Discover Hobsons Bay
21 carefully curated photography spots with GPS coordinates, shooting tips, and local insights
Williamstown Beach and Botanic Gardens
A versatile location offering both beach and garden settings. Ideal for family portraits with a mix of natural and urban backdrops.
Hobsons Bay
Just a short distance from Altona, Hobsons Bay offers a mix of city views, historic facades, and parklands, making it ideal for urban and landscape photography.
Abandoned Paisley, Altona North
This location offers an opportunity for capturing abandoned or industrial landscapes, appealing to those interested in urban decay photography. The area provides a mix of textures and colors to explore.
Altona Foreshore
The foreshore area offers scenic views of the bay, with opportunities for landscape and nature photography, particularly during sunset.
Jawbone Flora and Fauna Reserve
A coastal reserve offering opportunities for nature and wildlife photography, particularly of local birds and marine life.
Hobsons Bay Coastal Trail
A scenic walking trail with opportunities for landscape and nature photography, offering views of the coastline and surrounding wetlands.
Federation Tunnel (Western Ring)
This urban infrastructure offers a unique perspective for architecture and urban photography. The tunnel's design and the surrounding area provide interesting angles and lighting conditions.
Williamstown Botanic Gardens - Historical Section
A section of the gardens with historic plantings and structures, offering opportunities for nature and architectural photography.
Altona Beach
Altona Beach offers a scenic coastal area with sandy shores and clear waters, perfect for landscape and nature photography. The beach is popular for family outings and recreational activities, providing opportunities for candid shots of people enjoying the outdoors.
Williamstown Botanic Gardens
A beautiful garden with a variety of plants and trees, ideal for nature and landscape photography.
Cheetham Wetlands
A nature reserve with opportunities for wildlife photography, offering views of local birds and the surrounding wetlands.
Newport Lakes Reserve
A nature reserve with opportunities for wildlife photography, offering views of local birds and aquatic life.
Spotswood
Located near Altona, Spotswood offers a mix of urban and industrial landscapes, with opportunities for capturing unique architectural and street photography.
Federation Trail
A trail that runs along the Western Ring, offering opportunities for street and outdoor lifestyle photography, capturing cyclists and joggers.
Spotswood Nature Reserve
A local nature reserve with opportunities for wildlife and landscape photography, offering views of local flora and fauna.
Altona Pier
While not a major pier, Altona has small piers and jetties that can be used for capturing coastal scenes and sunset photography.
Williamstown Beach
A charming suburban beach with a historic pier, offering opportunities for sunset and seascape photography.
Hobsons Bay Golf Course
A scenic golf course with opportunities for landscape and sports photography, offering views of the surrounding coastline.
Queensland Gardens
A historic garden with opportunities for nature and landscape photography, offering views of local flora and walking trails.
Newport Train Station
A historic train station offering opportunities for architecture and street photography, with its classic design and urban setting.
Commonwealth Reserve
A park with walking trails and picnic areas, offering a mix of nature and landscape photography opportunities.