St Kilda Pier

St Kilda Pier is a long wooden and stone structure extending into Port Phillip Bay, offering access to the water for walkers, fishermen, and boaters. At its end stands a historic pavilion with views across the bay toward the city skyline.

Built in 1853 as a simple wooden jetty to handle goods and passengers, the pier was extended in the late 1800s with stronger iron and timber to accommodate larger vessels. An Edwardian pavilion added in 1904 became a central feature that survives today.

The pier brings locals and visitors together as a gathering place by the water where people walk, fish, and watch the sunset. It remains an important part of the community's connection to the coast and leisure.

The pier is easily reached by public transport, with several tram and bus routes nearby. Parking is available but can be crowded on weekends, so walking or using public transit is often a better option.

A colony of little penguins returns to the nearby breakwater at dusk after spending the day at sea, offering visitors a rare chance to watch these small birds come ashore. Bringing a red-filtered light allows you to observe them without disrupting their rest.