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The bayside suburb of St Kilda is one of Melbourne's main tourist destinations and a popular haunt with the locals. It is situated on one of the most picturesque points of Port Phillip Bay, a short distance from the city, has safe sandy beaches, and yet for decades was shunned because of its shady reputation. Today its racy atmosphere has largely been replaced by a race to the next alfresco table.

On weekends, Melburnians flock here to walk, cycle and skate along the palm-lined foreshore or to sit in an outdoor café with a coffee – or something a little stronger – and take in the panoramic views of the Bay.

Away from the foreshore, you’ll find much of St Kilda’s activity concentrated in Fitzroy and Acland Streets. Fitzroy Street is renowned for its cool cafes, restaurants and bars, with tables spilling onto the footpath. Nearby Acland Street is a bustling, vibrant street with an eclectic mix of restaurants, wine bars and continental cake shops. During the day the streets are lined with people drinking lattes; at night they’re buzzing with clubbers and night owls. Novotel Melbourne St Kilda is situated right in the middle of both Fitzroy and Acland Streets, with both precinct only a 5 minute walk away.

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Open Air Cinema

A true outdoor event at the St Kilda Sea Baths, just across the road from Novotel Melbourne St Kilda, with live music and feature films. Open from 11 December to 9 February.
Enjoy tasty food and frosty beverages from the licensed festival bar, while listening to the sounds of Melbourne's most-loved indie bands as the sun sets over Port Phillip Bay.
At dusk a full-length feature film lights up the huge outdoor screen – the film program includes cult faves, classics and the best of new summer releases. click here for more information.
Port Phillip Pedicabs

Port Phillip Pedicabs

Novotel Melbourne St Kilda is proud to announce a partnership with Port Phillip Pedicabs. The Port Phillip Pedicabs Team offers a clean green transport alternative for locals and visitors around the St Kilda area via pedal powered tricycle styled "Rickshaw Taxies". The Service aims to connect St Kilda business with an ecological, quick and dynamic transport alternative for getting from one venue to another. Catching a Pedicab is easy, if you're in St Kilda and you see a Pedicab just smile and wave or call or text 0466 486 656 click here for more information.
Port Phillip Pedicabs

Melbourne Sports & Aquatic Centre

Located only 3.5km from Novotel Melbourne St Kilda and with door to door access via the #96 tram, the Melbourne Sports & Aquatic Centre (MSAC) is perfect for a quick workout between meetings or a day of fun with the family. MSAC boasts a huge range of facilities and activities including a world-class gymnasium, over 100 group fitness class per week, a wellness zone, swimming pools, basketball, squash, badminton and table tennis halls and weekend and holiday SplashOUT programs for the kids. Call (03) 9926 1555 for more information or click here
Melb Sports Aquatic Centre

Spa Dreamtime Retreat Packages

Novotel Melbourne St Kilda have partnered with Spa Dreamtime at St Kilda Seabaths, customising 2 and 4 day retreat packages. The perfect chance to stop and unwind, giving your mind, body and soul a chance to recharge and regain balance. Packages entail daily treatments whilst enjoying overnight accommodation in a Superior Bayview Room at Novotel Melbourne St Kilda.

For further information on Spa Dreamtime Retreat Packages click here
Spa Dreamtime St Kilda Beach

St Kilda Markets

Directly opposite Novotel Melbourne St Kilda, the St Kilda Esplanade Arts & Crafts Market is a must see on Sundays. All stall holders must hand make or be directly involved in the production of their own items for sale. Over 200 stallholders offer a wide and often unusual variety of original art and handcrafts.

  • 10am - 5pm every Sunday
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Luna Park

Luna Park is Melbourne's most adored family attraction, and boasts a rich history. Since its opening in 1912, Luna Park has evolved to cater for the changing entertainment and leisure landscape without compromising its wonderful heritage and identity. For further information including opening times click here.
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Acland and Fitzroy Street

Fitzroy Street, all cool cafes, smart restaurants and inviting bars, and Acland Street Precinct – a hive of bustle and attitude, a food-lover’s paradise of restaurants, wine bars and world-famous patisseries. The retail passions of alternative and retro fashion dressers are also well-catered for here, and you can find an eclectic selection of independent music and book stores.
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St Kilda Beach, Baths & Pier

  • St Kilda Sea Baths - Whether it be to work out, to relax in the sun, take a sunset stroll or have a romantic dinner, the Sea Baths are a Melbourne institution.
  • St Kilda Pier, St Kilda Pavilion, Breakwater, little penguin colony and Williamstown Ferry.
  • St Kilda Beach - A beach with gentle bay waves popular with swimmers and sunbathers during the summer months.
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