Things to do around St Kilda, VIC

Things to Do Around St Kilda, VIC: A Guide to Food, Art, and Local Culture

Wondering about things to do around St Kilda, you’re in the right spot!  This lively Melbourne coastal town offers beachside relaxation, delicious food, and a vibrant arts scene, all wrapped up in a laid-back coastal vibe.

Start your adventure by taking a tram ride from the city, and soon you’ll be on the buzzing St Kilda Beach and Esplanade, where joggers, cyclists, and beachgoers come together to Port Phillip Bay. It’s also a top spot to soak in the sea breeze following yachts and windsurfers flying across the wept swept bay.

As for food, St Kilda is packed with fantastic spots to eat, from casual beachside fish and chips to trendy brunch cafes and sophisticated dining options in beautiful heritage buildings. For art lovers, there’s no shortage of galleries, or you can catch a show at the historic Palais Theatre, which is a real local treasure.

Getting to St Kilda, VIctoria

It’s just a 29 min tram ride from Tullamarine Airport or a scenic 8 and 1/2 hour drive from Sydney. Hop on a tram to Melbourne CBD and you’ll be enjoying your favourite local cafe or promenade deck chair and feel the serenity in no time.

Wellness & Pampering Around St Kilda, Victoria

• Stable Massage: massages to ease stress and tension. 10A/3-7 Fitzroy St, St Kilda
• Nourish Spa and Skin Clinic: Facials, body treatments, and advanced skin therapies. 38 Acland St, St Kilda
• Alchemy: offering acupuncture, cupping, and therapeutic massages. 142A Grey St, St Kilda
• Shen Chinese Medicine: Traditional acupuncture and herbal treatments for restoring balance. 26 St Kilda Rd, St Kilda
• Skin Day Spa: Believes that relaxation and indulgence of a traditional spa experience with proven, clinical benefits.
• Beautyologist: Led by Sia and her expertly qualified team of Beauty Therapists and Dermal Clinicians, committed to tailored treatments.
• Zayn The Organic Salon: Incredible colour work, beautiful cuts.
• Zuri Boutique Hair & Beauty: a flair for hair artistry and specialise in women’s hair colour, extensions, and design.
• Biba St Kilda: Professional hair salon. 167 Acland St, St Kida
• Suki Hair & Beauty: offering a range of hair services along with waxing and beauty treatments. 8 Inkerman St, St Kilda

Explore & Discover Around St Kilda

Outdoor Activities and Sightseeing

• Rediscover the child within at Luna Park: 18 Lower Esplanade, St Kilda
• Enjoy a night at the theatre at Theatre Works:14 Acland St, St Kilda VIC 3182
• Stroll St Kilda Botanical Gardens: 
• Pick up some retro drink coasters at St Kilda Esplanade Market – vintage clothes, handmade crafts, and unique souvenirs. You might even find a funky retro drink coaster to take home!
• Kids can run amok at St Kilda Adventure Playground
• Take the ferry to Williamstown and Port Melbourne aboard The Coastal Flyer.
• Enjoy the pier walk
• Acland Street Walk
• Spot the St Kilda Penguins around 5pm at the end of the pier
• St Kilda Skate Park: whether you’re a skateboarder, rollerblader, or just a spectator
• Check out local craftsman at St Kilda Twilight Market
• Peanut Farm Reserve: a haven for musicians, artists and writers in the space behind Luna Park.
• Visit Elwood Beach: Just a short walk from St Kilda, for a picnic, swim and beach volleyball

Indoor Activities and Unique Experiences

• Visit the Melbourne Holocaust Museum, 26 Alma Rd, St Kilda
• Soak up the tranquillity of the   Gardens
• Head to a live music concert at the Palais Theatre
• Vege Out Community Gardens, cnr Shakespeare Grove & Chaucer Street, St Kilda
• Fitzroy Street bars, cafes, restaurants and shops
• Rain Room- permanent exhibition at Jakalope Pavillon, corner Jackson and, Acland St, St Kilda
• Peanut Farm Reserve (Artist Hub): haven for musicians, artists and writers, corner Chaucer Street and Blessington Street, St Kilda
• Palais Theatre Walk and Iconic Building Tour
• The Astor Theatre: one of the last single screen movie palaces left in the world, showing movies continuously since being built in 1936, and transporting you to a time when going to the movies was an event. 1 Chapel St, St Kilda
• Visit the Bletchley Bar: a 1940s-themed speakeasy-style bar, where you’ll decode messages to order your cocktails.
  99-101 St Kilda Rd, Melbourne.
• Do a few heated laps at the indoor St Kilda Sea Baths:  10-18 Jacka Blvd, St Kilda
• St Kilda Bowling Club: for a fun game of lawn bowls – indoor and outdoor bowling.  9-11 The Esplanade, St Kilda

Good Eats Around St Kilda: Casual and Local Flavours

• Manu’s Bistro: 17 Fitzroy St, St Kilda
• The Galleon Cafe
• Blu Oyster Co: 45A Fitzroy St, St Kilda VIC . @bluoysterco
• Mrs Hyde’s Cafe:  107 Grey St, St Kilda VIC 3182
• Monarch Cakes: Acland Street
• Walk Acland Street for Gelato & Cake Shops
• The Cat Café: For a purr-fectly relaxing indoor activity, the Cat Café lets you sip coffee while spending time with adoptable cats. 15-17 Bray St, St Kilda

Foodies Around St Kilda: Fine Dining, Wines and Gourmet Flavours

• Stokehouse St Kilda: St Kilda Oceanfront eatery with big windows and sleek decor, featuring upscale Australian fare, wine and spirits.
• Piccolina gelateria: Founded by Sandra Foti, Piccolina Gelateria is a true labor of love, where attention to detail, authenticity, and hard work shine through in every scoop. Since opening in Hawthorn, they’ve stayed true to their commitment to handmade gelato, with everything made from scratch. Today, they continue to push the boundaries of flavour with their adventurous creations while maintaining that same exceptional quality. Every Wednesday, they roll out three exciting new specials, like ‘Better than Nutella,’ ‘Virgin Mojito,’ ‘Strawberry Shortcake,’ and the wickedly decadent ‘Ferrerolina Rocher’, and many more classics. Whether you’re indulging in a scoop, a frappé, or a sundae, it’s always a treat—along with plenty of smiles all around! We highly recommend!
• Rye and Dough Bakery: Shop3-4/149 Fitzroy St, St Kilda
• Little Prince Wine; Book a private function, enjoy wine tastings and events.
• Mya Tiger– Yum Cha at Hotel Esplanade
• Sister of Soul: offers delicious, wholesome vegan dishes with fresh ingredients. 2/2A Blessington St, St Kilda
• St Luja’s: Mediterranean-inspired menu and stylish setting, from fresh seafood to hearty mains, 127 Acland St, St Kilda
• La Madre Bakery: A local favorite, Queue for artisan sourdough, freshly baked pastries, and breads. 107-109 Fitzroy St, St Kilda VIC 3182
• Green Point Grocery & Deli: This small but mighty gourmet deli offers fresh bread, cheeses, meats, and a selection of artisanal pantry goods. 74 Acland St, St Kilda
• Boccaccio Cellars: A must-visit for wine lovers with an impressive selection of wines, craft beers, and gourmet food items. 58-60 Leopold St, Balaclava  (a short distance from St Kilda)

Foodies Markets Around St Kilda

• South Melbourne Market: Just a short tram ride away with fresh produce, gourmet deli items, seafood, and more. 322-326 Coventry St, South Melbourne
• Prahran Market: One of Melbourne’s oldest markets, with fresh produce, meats, seafood, and gourmet food stalls. 163 Commercial Rd, Prahran VIC 3181
• St Kilda Farmers’ Market: Held monthly at St Kilda Primary School, with organic produce, artisanal cheeses, and seasonal foods. 94 Inkerman St, St Kilda VIC 3182 (check market dates)
• Queen Victoria Market: A short distance away, this iconic market offers fresh produce, gourmet pantry items, and international flavors. Queen St, Melbourne VIC 3000
• St Kilda Esplanade Market: A Sunday tradition, this market often has fresh produce, artisan treats, and homemade snacks. Esplanade, St Kilda.

Retail Escapes Around St Kilda, Victoria

• Urban Attitude
• Since Paws
• Readings, St Kilda
• Space2B Social Design (unique gifts)
• Eclectico (clothes, jewellery, vinyl records)
• Seagulls of St Kilda
• Chakra
• The Gallery is located at 181/185 Barkly St, St Kilda Victoria
• Linden New Art
• The Standard Store: A stylish concept store with a focus on Australian-designed fashion, accessories, and home goods that are minimalistic yet high-quality pieces. 96-98 Acland St, St Kilda
• Fitzroy Street Books: second-hand bookstore with a great selection of vintage books, rare finds, and local literature. 99 Fitzroy St, St Kilda VIC 3182
• Tiny Store: handcrafted homewares, accessories, and art from local Australian makers. 134 Chapel St, St Kilda