Prepare to play in St Kilda, where you can kick up your heels by the seashore. Experience live music in open spaces or heritage venues, or get dizzy on the whirligigs at Luna Park.

Melbourne's favourite beachside suburb

Keep an eye out for little penguins at the St Kilda Breakwater, visit the Sunday St Kilda Esplanade Arts and Craft Market, and take a thrilling ride at iconic Luna Park. Re-live genteel resort days as you take a dip in the heated seawater spas and pools at the historic St Kilda Sea Baths.

Along the pretty foreshore, join locals who walk, cycle and skate under the palms. Sail, windsurf, kitesurf or kiteboard out on the glittering bay.

Tempt the senses

Fine dining abounds: book a coveted spot at Donovans, Stokehouse and Cafe di Stasio. There's margaritas to enjoy at Radio Mexico. Catch live music at the Palais Theatre and the Prince Bandroom or a show at National Theatre and Theatre Works. See the latest exhibition at Linden New Art or a double feature at The Astor.

St Kilda Festival

Get carried along with the crowds at February's St Kilda Festival. A week of music and comedy performances culminates in Festival Sunday, when the streets are closed to best carry on the suburb's historic penchant for revelry.

Highlights

Stokehouse, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. Credit: Emily Weaving

Stokehouse

Restaurants
Melbourne’s much-loved Stokehouse brings a luxe touch to seafood by the seaside, and earns a chef’s hat from Good Food Guide 2020 to prove it.
Luna Park Scenic Rainway

Luna Park Melbourne

Leisure activities
Ride adrenaline-pumping, heart-stopping rollercoasters and try your luck with carnival games. There's a galaxy of amusements for all ages to explore.
St Kilda Pier

St Kilda Pier and Breakwater

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St Kilda Pier offers panoramic views of the Melbourne skyline and Port Phillip Bay, and is a popular destination for a stroll, cycling, rollerblading and...
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St Kilda Sea Baths

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On Melbourne's premier beach front, the St Kilda Sea Baths overlooks the idyllic and picturesque Bay. With a history dating to the middle of the 19th Century,...
Hotel Esplanade, St Kilda, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Hotel Esplanade

Live music
St Kilda's iconic 'Espy' is back after an extended hiatus. And with three stages, 12 bars and two restaurants, there's something for everyone.

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