Escape The City Heat With A Day Across The Bay

As our hot summer continues (and shows no immediate signs of abating) the beach is one of the best places to be. And just quietly, we think Portarlington has some of the best beaches in and around Melbourne.

Jumping aboard Port Phillip Ferries at Docklands, you can travel in air-conditioned comfort and take in city and coastal views as you make the hassle-free journey to Portarlington.

With a superb selection of beaches to choose from, all of which are consistently rated as some of the cleanest in Melbourne, deciding where to unroll your towel and prop your umbrella will be the hardest task of the day.

Those who simply want a clean, family-friendly beach can step straight off the ferry to the Portarlington main beach. This sheltered stretch of sand is a popular summer hang spot where you can relax as you take in sweeping views of the bay and Melbourne city skyline. The Portarlington Foreshore, with its towering Cypress Pines, provides a picturesque backdrop.

Photo Credit – @portarlingtononthebellarine