St Kilda Beach is Melbourne's most popular beach, located just 6 kilometers from the city center. Stretching along Port Phillip Bay, it offers safe swimming, waterfront dining, the historic Luna Park amusement park, and the famous pier. At sunset, visitors can watch little penguins returning to their nests at the breakwater.
Summer (December-February) for swimming. Sunset for penguin viewing at the pier breakwater
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The penguin colony is at the breakwater at the end of St Kilda Pier. Best viewing time is just after sunset when penguins return from fishing. Use the designated walkways and remain quiet as flash and bright lights are prohibited. Viewing is free.
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