St Kilda Pier, Breakwater and Kiosk

Home of St Kilda's Little Penguin colony

The long, wooden pier is a popular spot for walking and fishing. Many of the fishermen along the pier will be happy to show you their catch if politely asked. At the end of the pier sits the historic kiosk, now a restaurant, which was rebuilt to the original plans in 2006 after an earlier arson attack. At the far end of the pier is the St Kilda breakwater, which is home to native water rats and the popular little penguins. The colony has existed since the 1950s, nestled amongst the rocks of the breakwater. As it's not an official tourist development, you could see the penguins for free most days at sunset in the publicly accessible area of the breakwater. Due to Corona the St. Kilda colony got closed in 2020 reopened in April 2021. It is still for free to watch the little blue penguins but guided only. A ticket is mandatory and must be booked in advance. Just three slots are available in the evening 50 people for each tour only. Respect the penguins by not touching them, feeding them or using flash photography. Alternatively, boat tours are available through Parks Victoria via their website.

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Address

Pier Rd

Getting there

Trams 3a, 16 or 96: Stop 135, Jacka Blvd

Website

parkweb.vic.gov.au (opens in a new tab)