Discover Port Phillip
15 carefully curated photography spots with GPS coordinates, shooting tips, and local insights
St Kilda Pier
A picturesque pier offering stunning views of the Melbourne skyline and Port Phillip Bay. Perfect for sunset photography and capturing fairy penguins.
St. Kilda Pier
A popular spot for photography, St. Kilda Pier offers beautiful views of Port Phillip Bay and the Melbourne skyline. It's ideal for sunset photography and capturing wildlife, such as fairy penguins.
St Kilda Pier & Beach
St Kilda Pier is a popular spot for family photos and offers stunning views of Port Phillip Bay. It’s especially known for spotting penguins.
Albert Park
A scenic park with a lake and walking trails, offering opportunities for capturing wildlife, landscapes, and the city skyline from a distance.
Princes Pier, Melbourne
A short drive from Altona, Princes Pier is renowned for its photogenic remnants and views of the harbor, making it perfect for long exposure and architecture photography.
Princes Pier
A historic pier with wooden pylons, offering a scenic backdrop for long exposure photography.
Point Ormond
Point Ormond is a hill offering panoramic views of Port Phillip Bay and Melbourne's city skyline. It is ideal for landscape and sunset photography, with green slopes and a trig tower at the summit. Nearby, Elwood Beach provides additional opportunities for capturing coastal scenes.
Princess Pier, Port Melbourne
A popular spot for long exposure photography, with iconic pylons that make a great composition against Melbourne's bay. The location works well under various weather conditions—sunny nights create a beautiful horizon, while cloudy skies allow for stunning cloud blur in long exposures.
St Kilda Beach
A popular beachside suburb with an iconic pier and vibrant atmosphere. Good for sunset and street photography.
Bayside Coastal Path
A scenic walking path that runs along the coastline, offering stunning views of the bay and the city skyline. Perfect for landscape and street photography.
Newport Lakes
A serene spot with native trees and a lake, providing a peaceful atmosphere for family and nature photography.
Albert Park Lake
Albert Park Lake is known for its picturesque surroundings and offers opportunities for both nature and urban photography. It's a great spot to capture Melbourne's skyline while also enjoying the lake's natural beauty.
Webb Bridge
Located along Southbank, the Webb Bridge offers a unique architectural design that provides multiple angles for photography. It's especially stunning at night when the lights of the bridge are on, reflecting off the Yarra River. The bridge's web-like structure makes for interesting compositions from both inside and outside the bridge.
St Kilda Marina
A bustling marina with a variety of boats and seafood restaurants. Offers opportunities for maritime and street photography, with a lively atmosphere.
Duverdan Gardens
A small but picturesque garden located near Church Street, offering opportunities for nature and street photography.