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Things to do in Port Melbourne
Whether it is shopping along Bay Street, dining along Beach Road or strolling along Port Melbourne Beach, there is something for every visitor to Port Melbourne.
The beaches are a popular attraction and Sandridge Beach, Port Melbourne Beach and Middle Park Beach are extremely popular year round.
Port Melbourne is also home to many parks and gardens including the Lagoon Reserve, Sangster Reserve, Walter Reserve and the Port Melbourne foreshore which brims with activity day and night.
History of Port Melbourne
Port Melbourne's history reflects the history of Victoria as it was the place where immigrants first set foot on Australian land as they disembarked from ships. The first ships began arriving in the 1830s and later, as the gold rush spread, Port Melbourne became a boom town catering to the constant flow of travellers.
Port Melbourne grew to become a home for workers on the docks and railways and in recent years has undergone yet another transformation into a vibrant and growing community.
Landmark in Port Melbourne
Port Melbourne has a number of different landmarks the most famous of which is Station Pier. Opened in 1854, the pier acts as Melbourne's main passenger terminal for ferries and cruise ship and was the first arrival point for many immigrants beginning a new life in Victoria.
Port Melbourne is also home to one end of the West Gate Bridge, a remarkable feat of engineering which crosses the Yarra River and connects the centre of Melbourne with its western suburbs.
Shopping in Port Melbourne
Port Melbourne has a busy shopping precinct with all of the essential services as well as a number of fashion boutiques, homewares stores and art galleries. Port Melbourne IGA Supermarket is where the locals stock up on the basics and a number of bakeries and gourmet food shops can be found in the suburb.
Port Melbourne is a stone's throw from the centre of Melbourne with its endless shopping options. Bourke Street Mall is department store heaven and the other major shopping centres of GPO Melbourne, Australia on Collins, Collins Place and Melbourne Central all draw large crowds.
Restaurants & Cafes in Port Melbourne
Port Melbourne contains a dazzling dining scene mostly centred around Beach Street and with Italian featuring prominently on the menu. Other options include Greek, Malaysian, Thai and French cuisines. Port Melbourne also has a fantastic cafe scene and a large number of takeaway food shops.
Sports & Fitness in Port Melbourne
Port Melbourne has excellent sporting facilities including gyms, bike paths, tennis courts and bowling greens. Walking and jogging is popular along the foreshore and Port Phillip Bay plays host to boaters, anglers, waterskiers, kayakers and swimmers. Port Melbourne is located moments from Albert Park which hosts the annual Formula One Grand Prix.
Transport in Port Melbourne
Port Melbourne is well served by public transport. Yarra trams operate frequent services between Port Melbourne and Collins Street in the centre of Melbourne. Buses also connect Port Melbourne with the City and St Kilda.
Port Melbourne also acts as the gateway to Tasmania with the Spirit of Tasmania ship arriving and departing from Port Melbourne's Station Pier.
Transportation in Port Melbourne
Port Melbourne is ideally located just 4 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. Tullamarine Airport is 24 kilometres or thirty minutes drive from Port Melbourne.
Real Estate & Design in Port Melbourne
ort Melbourne is a busy and diverse inner suburb of Melbourne with a rich history and a number of attractions. Traditionally home to blue collar and maritime workers, the suburb has recently become increasingly popular and new apartment developments now sit side by side with historic houses.
Encompassing the localities of Fishermans Bend, Beacon Cove and Garden City, Port Melbourne makes a perfect holiday destination with its ideal bayside location and proximity to the centre of Melbourne. We have a number of fantastic holiday rentals in Port Melbourne. Choose from luxury apartments or executive holiday homes.
Schools, Institutions, Hospitals in Port Melbourne
Port Melbourne Primary School and Williamstown High School are the main schools in the area. A large number of schools are located in nearbythe surrounding suburbs. The Royal Melbourne Hospital is a short distance away in Parkville.
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