Brighton | Melbourne | Bayside | Visitors Guide

[Fontana]

For anyone returning to Melbourne or those who wish to spend a day at the beach close to the Port, a visit to Brighton is well worth considering.

 

Brighton Beach with its multicoloured beach sheds has been a symbol of Melbourne Australia for a long time.

 

With almost 6 kilometres of coastline within Brighton's suburban boundary, there is a diverse range of attractions and activities for all. A pedestrian and bicycle path runs along much of the foreshore, lined with palm trees, gardens and open lawns. The Middle Brighton Pier leads to a large marina facility and adjacent to that are the Middle Brighton Baths. These historic sea baths have been enjoyed by visitors since 1881 and the complex includes a cafe, restaurant, gymnasium and function facilities. Designated areas of Brighton's beaches are used by windsurfers and water skiers.

The most famous spot on Brighton's coastline is the Dendy Street Beach. The colourful bathing boxes which line this stretch of coast are a well-known Melbourne icon and reflect a bygone era where swimmers and visitors to the beach had private changing and storage facilities. Good views of the bathing boxes and Melbourne's skyline can be enjoyed from the gardens at Green Point.

http://www.travelvictoria.com.au/brighton/

 

 

Brighton Bathing Boxes ^

 

Also

Bayside walks and trails

 

With its diverse architecture, expansive parklands and 17 kilometers of charming coastline stretching from Brighton to Beaumaris, Bayside offers plenty for locals and visitors to explore.

 

Bayside is best explored by walking or cycling along the routes of the walks and trails which provide easy navigation and highlight points of interest to discover at leisure.

The suite of walks and trails comprises:

• The nine hinterland trails of the Bayside Walks
  
• The eight Bayside Architectural Trail routes
  
• The four Bayside Coastal Trail elements of history, Indigenous, environment and art
  
• The six Cycling Trails
  

^ Further details:- http://www.bayside.vic.gov.au/walksandtrails.htm

 

*The Bayside Coastal Trail is now available as an immesive audio tour by downloading the Coastal Trail iPhone App free of charge.

http://www.bayside.vic.gov.au/Coastal_Trail_iphone_app.htm

 

Shopping | Dining | Church Street, Brighton.

http://www.weekendnotes.com.au/church-street-shopping-centre/

 

*One omission from the list above, for shopping for Ladies Fashion is the famous ASPIRATIONS Boutique at 38 Church Street, Brighton. (a must visit) :D

 

https://www.facebook.com/ASPIRATIONS

 

http://www.aspirations.com.au/

[Keith1010]

Thanks for posting all of this information.

 

Keith

[Fontana]

^ My pleasure, Keith. :)

 

Here also is a *link* to a local FB Page which lists up to the minute updates on current events scheduled in Melbourne.

 

http://www.facebook.com/DiscoverYourOwnBackyard

 

http://www.dyob.com.au

[Fontana]

Great Australian bites: the foodie bucket list

 

Food-loving travellers to hone our pick of Australia's best gourmet experiences, from a Barossa breakfast to a sunset feast in Uluru.

 

http://www.goodfood.com.au/good-food/food-news/great-australian-bites-the-foodie-bucket-list-20130422-2i9dw.html

[Fontana]

Discover the highlights of the Werribee Park Tourism Precinct, from the zoo to the mansion you are sure to be impressed

 

Wyndham is home to the beautiful Werribee Park Tourism Precinct. This precinct, located just a short drive from Melbourne, boasts amazing attractions including the Werribee Open Range Zoo, Werribee Park Mansion, Victoria State Rose Garden, Werribee Park National Equestrian Centre, Shadowfax Winery and the Mansion Hotel and Spa. Surrounded by stunning scenery including the Werribee River and the Werribee South Foreshore, the precinct is not to be missed. While in Wyndham be sure to visit the Point Cook Homestead, Point Cook RAAF Museum and Point Cook Coastal Park and take advantage of the family activities on offer.

 

VIDEO - Click on *link* to view

http://www.facebook.com/video/embed?video_id=10151356095156722

[Fontana]

Sample award-winning wines at cellar doors of historic wineries, visit the birthplace of cricket’s Ashes at Rupertswood Mansion or brush shoulders with retired racehorse champions at Living Legends. From bluestone architecture to native wetlands, and it is all only a 30 minute drive or train ride from Melbourne’s CBD. Discover Hume!

 

Video

 

http://www.facebook.com/video/embed?video_id=10151325735561722

[room010]

Are you a travel agent, tour operator or from Victoria Tourism by any chance? :cool:

[Kiwi Kruzer]

Please bear in mind that cruise ship passengers , while desiring to see and enjoy all they possibly can in a city, or any port of call , only have 1 day in which to fit everything in.

Probably even less if the ship leaves at 5pm or thereabouts.

 

 

 

 

 

[Fontana]

Are you a travel agent, tour operator or from Victoria Tourism by any chance? :cool:

 

No, I am not, room010.

I have visited this forum for many years and researched and gained much insight and information from members here.

As I live in Melbourne, I thought I could contribute some local tourist information to the Forum for others to read, from the local media ..........etc.

[Fontana]

Melbourne's essential coffee experiences

 

Source: The Age (Click on *link* to read Article)

http://www.goodfood.com.au/good-food/eat-out/capital-of-coffee-your-top-20-guide-20130617-2oden.html

[Cassicruiser]

I live a 10 minutes from Brighton beach, and have to say, while the beach boxes are very cute, there is really nothing to draw a day tripper off a cruise ship to Brighton. Its a suburban beach, surrounded by, well, suburbia. You would really be missing out on everything else Melbourne has to offer. If you have more than a couple of days in Melbourne, then by all means, come and see Brighton.

[WAVTAM]

Two the two local Melbourne people.

 

I have an unanswered post on another thread.

Need to get from cruise port to city. Have visited before. Remember getting ticket for 109 tram in store. Understand there is a new "Myki card"

I just want a RT ticket for tram No visitor's pass. Cost???? Heard about the free HOHO in the city ...Great.

Is there a shuttle from port to city now days???? Wayne

[Cassicruiser]

Hi Wayne, i don't know if there is a shuttle from the ship, possibly email Port of Melbourne and they may be able to tell you.

 

The Myki system works really well for those who live here, but unfortunately works out quite expensive for a one day visitor as you have to buy the card for $6 and then pay for the fare (about $7). But you have to have a Myki in order to use any trams, trains or buses. I believe these can be bought at the cruise terminal, or otherwise at the general store at the end of the pier where the ship docks (which is right next to the tram stop). There are no longer tickets on public transport, only Mykis. It would be good if it was like Singapore where they have the same card system, but you can get a refund for the card at the end of the day.

 

Hope this helps.

[WAVTAM]

Cassi, Now more confused. The total of 13 dollars is a RT tram ticket. Then I can get refund of the 6 dollars card ....where. End of line at port?????

[Cassicruiser]

No there is no refund - I was saying that it would be good if the system here was like in Singapore where there is a refund. Sorry if my message was confusing.

:o