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St. Kilda is one of Melbourne's worst kept secrets and features a range of activities for all the family. This area lies along what is called the Melbourne Riviera. It is the place for Melbournians to flock to whenever they need to cool down and get a tan and just hang out. It had formally a reputation for sin and fast living but café culture and evening strolls are now the order of the day. The more romantic of visitors enjoy a walk along the beach taking in panoramic views of Port Phillip Bay. Others enjoy biking or blading along the boardwalk. Saturdays and Sundays see the emergence of arts and crafts markets and designer boutiques. Much of the action takes place in and around the St. Kilda Sea Baths (six km from the city centre- take a taxi or the 12, 16 or 96 tram) You may eat in Soulmam– the world's largest vegetarian restaurant, the Mediterranean eatery on the piazza should also satisfy those with a case of the nibbles while ice cream at Harry and Larry's is also an option. The sea baths themselves are deliberately designed with a Mediterranean feel. The many options include swimming in the crystal clear pool, 25 metre heated indoor seawater pool and thalassotherapy treatments. Here you may find the South Pacific Health Club and a seaside gymnasium where New Age Yoga and Pilates are as popular as traditional fitness regimes. A short walk to Lower Esplanade reveals Luna Park a theme park that opened in 1912 and based on New York's famous Coney Island. The park has recently been refurbished to include the latest rides and facilities. |