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About Bayside
City of Bayside, an enchanting world
Only fifteen minutes from Melbourne’s CBD, the City of Bayside is where you’ll encounter picturesque beaches, a harmonious blend of old and new, and many things to see and do.
Bayside’s coastal journey encompasses the stunning Red Bluff cliffs, 100-year-old bathing boxes, Ricketts Point Marine Sanctuary, beachside cafés and much more.
No matter what you are looking for, you will find it in one of Bayside’s exceptional shopping precincts. Antiques, home wares and designer fashion are all available.
Among the stores you’ll find cafés, restaurants and gourmet produce to tempt your tastebuds and provide the energy you need to keep exploring.
World-class golf courses, Victoria’s premier yacht and boating clubs, award-winning architecture, eclectic shopping opportunities – it’s all here to find and discover.
Bayside offers a variety of activities and water sports. Its yachting fraternity turns Port Phillip Bay into a patchwork of billowing sails on blue water, while fishing boats dot the bay from sunrise to sunset.
Accommodations
Bayside has a range of accommodation options; most within minutes of the beach, some of the world’s best golf courses, yacht clubs and marinas, shopping precincts and fine dining experiences.
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Eating
Bayside offers a range of tempting dining experiences for food gurus and wine buffs alike, ranging from fine dining to a casual brunch, to Asian and eclectic international cuisine.
Shopping
Bayside is a mecca of shopping and dining hotspots. The city features a mixture of distinctly different villages that offer the visitor exceptional atmosphere and diversity.
Hampton Street, Bayside’s largest shopping precinct mixes a lively atmosphere and friendly service with the best retailers Melbourne has to offer.
Sandringham Village is where the train line stops and shoppers can enjoy the charm of this seaside village, the Sandringham shopping experience is unlike anything else you will find.
Trendy and sophisticated, Church Street in Brighton is a mixture of high-end fashion, exquisite food, entertainment, relaxation and business – drawn together in a streetscape with an enviable reputation.
Bay Street in Brighton shopping strip offers an eclectic mix of cool cafés and restaurants, fashion, travel and gift shops.
Also home to the small art house Palace Cinema Complex, Bay Street is a vibrant and exciting place to visit.
Black Rock Shopping Centre is a small village with a big offering! Its great beachside location makes it popular for dining and allows you to meet all your daily needs and many specialty requirements.
Beaumaris Concourse, a great mix of fashion, homewares, groceries and professional business services. The Concourse is also food lovers’ heaven with first-class eateries.
Journey through Martin Street in Brighton to find everything from gourmet cuisine to a selection of boutique hairdressers and an opportunity to soothe your mind and body with a rejuvenating massage.
Highett Road is a hub of activity, but the many streets and lanes that run off it will entice shoppers to explore them in search of bargains.
How to get there
Train
A short train trip on either the Sandringham or Frankston lines provides easy access to Bayside.
Metropolitan train services normally operate between 5am and midnight, Monday to Thursday, with extended hours to 1am on Friday and Saturday nights. On Sunday, trains operate between 8am to midnight.
Note: the stations bellow are within Bayside.
Frankston Line: Highett, Cheltenham
Sandringham Line: North Brighton, Middle Brighton, Brighton Beach, Hampton, Sandringham
Drive
Nepean Highway is the main arterial road linking Bayside to the centre of Melbourne, so it’s an easy run and a direct route. Alternatively, you can take the more scenic Beach Road – a leisurely drive from St Kilda, which gives you enticing glimpses of Bayside’s beautiful foreshore.
Please note over the event parking will be limited.
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