St Kilda Pier and Breakwater

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St Kilda Pier and Breakwater

St Kilda Pier offers panoramic views of the Melbourne skyline and Port Phillip Bay, and is a popular destination for a stroll, cycling, rollerblading and fishing. St Kilda Pier has nearby barbeque, picnic and playground facilities or enjoy a snack from the restored heritage kiosk.

St Kilda Breakwater is home to a colony of Little Penguins. The isolation of the breakwater is an ideal location for them to live. Just before dusk you can view the colony coming ashore from the promenade on the St Kilda Breakwater.
Jumping and diving off the pier and other structures is prohibited for public safety. There are shallow areas and often unexpected submerged objects
Ensure dogs are kept on lead at all times and clean up after your dog. No dogs or cats allowed on the breakwater.

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St Kilda Pier and Breakwater

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St Kilda Pier and Breakwater

Safety in nature

You can benefit both mind and body when you get outdoors to explore and experience Victoria's natural places. Before you go, take a look at our safety tips and check our changed conditions and closures information for a great visit.

Accessibility

Visiting a park can be more of a challenge for people with disabilities, however, in Victoria there are a wide range of facilities to help people of all abilities enjoy our wonderful parks around the state. Parks Victoria provides a range of a equipment, including all-terrain and beach wheelchairs, facilities, accommodation and accessibility information and programs to help you plan and enjoy your visit to Victoria's parks.

Assistance dogs are welcome in Parks Victoria parks and reserves. Entry requirements apply for parks and reserves that are usually dog prohibited, such as national parks.

Warnings & Restrictions

Dogs

Dogs are allowed but must be on a leash

Restrictions

Boating zones apply
Load, weight restrictions
No motorised vehicles, including electric bikes or scooters allowed on management vehicle only paths, tracks or roads
No jumping or diving off piers or jetties

Warnings

Water hazards
Deep water

Shallow water

Strong currents

Submerged obstacles
Terrain hazards
Slippery surface

Uneven ground
Animals and pests
Stingers
Other warnings
Vehicles

Be Prepared

Stay safe and get the most out of your park visit by preparing for natural hazards and other outdoor risks in Victoria’s parks. You are responsible for your own safety and the safety of those in your care. Find out more.

Change of Conditions

Nature being nature, sometimes conditions can change at short notice. It’s a good idea to check this page ahead of your visit for any updates.

Major Works and Marine Exclusion Zone

A major project is underway to rebuild the 1970s St Kilda Pier. The old pier will remain open for pedestrians for most of the project however there is an on water marine exclusion zone around the project worksite. Vessels and swimmers must not enter the marine exclusion zone.

There is currently no access to the Kiosk or St Kilda Pier Breakwater and penguin viewing area.

For more information on the project please visit www.parks.vic.gov.au/projects

Attachments: St Kilda Demolition Works Set Aside 2024 (626KB)