St. Kilda Pier Penguin Colony
Parking available
Wheelchair accessible
You'll find the little birds tucked within the rocks of this Australian beach.

šŸ“œ Home to a colony of several thousand little penguins at the breakwater of St. Kilda Pier.
šŸ” Offers a unique wildlife viewing experience near Melbourne, with panoramic bay views.

Why Go

šŸ§ Witness little penguins returning to burrows
šŸ—£ļø Learn from knowledgeable guides
šŸŒ… Enjoy stunning bay views
ā™æ Fully accessible walkway and toilets

Why Avoid

šŸ¶ Pets prohibited on breakwater
šŸ…æļø Limited paid parking nearby

Tips

šŸ’” Penguins are most active after dark; stay late for best viewing.
šŸ“ø No flash photography or white flashlights; red filtered light is okay.
šŸ§„ Dress warmly, bring a raincoat, and binoculars.
šŸš® Take all litter with you; no bins on pier.

Cost

šŸ’° Free, but online booking is essential.

Hours

šŸ•’ Nightly after sunset; exact times vary, check ticket for session details.

šŸ…æļø Parking

šŸ…æļø Limited paid parking available near Seabaths or along main roads.

šŸš» Toilets

šŸš» Two public toilets, including one accessible, in the pavilion at the viewing platform entry.

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