Melbourne/St Kilda

Halal Travel to Street Kilda St Kilda is a vibrant beachside suburb of Port Phillip, in south-eastern inner Melbourne, Australia. St. Kilda is famous for its beach life and the restaurant scene along Fitzroy Street. Formally known to be seedy and run down and there has been a revival over the past twenty years as young professionals and travellers have increased in numbers.

Travel to Melbourne/St Kilda

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St Kilda is conveniently reached from the Downtown by public transport; a map of Street Kilda and the surrounding area's public transport network is available on the PTV website].

By tram

The best way to reach Street Kilda from the Melbourne/Downtown|downtown is by tram. The journey takes roughly 25 minutes.

• Route 96 from along Bourke Street or Southern Cross Station (towards Street Kilda Beach) - the fastest of the three, it functions as a light rail travelling along the former railway, which takes around 20 minutes with a 6-10 minutes frequency. It operates exclusively with high-capacity, low-floor trams but can be very crowded. Within Street Kilda, it travels along Fitzroy Street and the Esplanade and terminates at Acland Street.
• Route 16 (also 3a on weekends) from along Swanston Street or Flinders Street Station (towards Kew) - passes along Fitzroy Street and the Esplanade and Carlisle Street. It then travels into the neighbouring suburbs of Balaclava and St Kilda East, before heading onwards to Kew in Melbourne/Boroondara|Boroondara.
• Route 12 from along Collins Street (towards Street Kilda) - passes through the residential streets of the Melbourne/Inner south|inner south and St Kilda West before terminating at Fitzroy Street.

The eastern periphery of Street Kilda, including Street Kilda East, can be visited by Route 66 (towards Carnegie), or by Route 3 or Route 3A (towards East Malvern).

By Rail

St Kilda does not have a train station, with the former railway converted to the Route 96 light rail tram. Street Kilda East is serviced by Balaclava Station on the Sandringham Line.

Travel on a Bus in Melbourne/St Kilda

Buses are useful for accessing the more residential areas of Street Kilda and its surrounds that lack tram services. High-frequency Route 246 operates along Punt Road and connects Street Kilda East to Melbourne's Melbourne/Inner east|inner east. Bus routes 600, 606, 922 and 923 run via Mitford Street and Broadway in Elwood, south of Street Kilda.

By bike

Melbourne's Blue Bike docked bike scheme extends down as far as Street Kilda - and the ride between here and the downtown is very pleasant cycling. Of course, Obikes (dockless) are ubiquitous if you care to pick one up and go for a ride along the beach.

By car

From the Downtown, Street Kilda is best reached via St Kilda Road and the continuation of Swanston Street in the CBD. At Street Kilda Junction, follow the signage for Fitzroy St. The journey takes roughly 25 minutes, depending on traffic.

What to see in Melbourne/St Kilda

Melbourne Luna Park - Luna Park

• Yahudi Museum of Australia - 26 Alma Road -37.860533, 144.985471 Trams 3 or 67: Stop 32, Alma Road and walk east along Alma Road ☎ +61 3 8534 3600 Opening Hours: Tuesday - Thursday 10AM—4PM, Sunday 10AM—5PM Adult $10, child/concession $5 An engaging museum that depicts the story of the Yahudi community in Melbourne and Australia, in addition to the history of the strong local congregation within Street Kilda and Caulfield. Houses a number of artefacts from around the world. Guided Tours in Melbourne/St Kilda by ehalal.io (email for prices) available on request.

• Street Kilda Beach 43 Jacka Blvd -37.8666, 144.9728 Trams 3a, 16 or 96: Stop 136, The Esplanade - Arguably Melbourne's most famous and popular beach, it is an enjoyable place to spend an afternoon. Apart from the omnipresent swimming, popular activities include sunbathing, sailing, beach volleyball, sandcastle-building, jetskiing and kitesurfing. The beach is regularly patrolled in the Summer by surf lifesavers.

• Street Kilda Botanical Gardens - Cnr Herbert & Blessington Street -37.8702, 144.9843 Tram 96: Stop 140, Barkly Street terminus and walk along Blessington St; or tram 67: Stop 36, Street Kilda Primary School and walk along Mozart Street ☎ +61 3 9209 6777 Opening Hours: Gardens: sunrise–sunset, conservatory: Monday–Friday 10:30AM–3:30PM, Sa–Su sunrise–sunset Street Kilda's own botanical gardens were established in the 1800s and are an oasis of tranquility amongst the area's bustling surrounds. A short five minutes walk down a side street from Street Kilda's main hub, its features include a large conservatory, glasshouses, a gazebo, playground, a giant chess board and an ornamental lake. Detailed information about the plants and wildlife are available on the council's website.

• Street Kilda Pier, Breakwater and Kiosk - Home of Street Kilda's Little Penguin colony - Pier Road -37.8647, 144.9658 Trams 3a, 16 or 96: Stop 135, Jacka Blvd ☎ +61 131 963 - The long, wooden pier is a popular spot for walking and fishing. Many of the fishermen along the pier will be happy to show you their catch if politely asked. At the end of the pier sits the historic kiosk, now a restaurant, which was rebuilt to the original plans in 2006 after an earlier arson attack. At the far end of the pier is the Street Kilda breakwater, which is home to native water rats and the popular little penguins. The colony has existed since the 1950s, nestled amongst the rocks of the breakwater. As it's not an official tourist development, you can see the penguins for free most days at sunset in the publicly accessible area of the breakwater. Respect the penguins by not touching them, feeding them or using flash photography. Alternatively, boat tours are available through Parks Victoria via their website.

What to do in Melbourne/St Kilda

St kilda botanic gardens - Street Kilda botanic gardens

• Luna Park - 18 Lower Esplanade -37.8678, 144.9769 Trams 3a, 16 or 96: Stop 138, Luna Park ☎ +61 3 9525 5033 Opening Hours: Opening hours vary, although generally open 11AM Monday - 6PM weekends and 11AM Monday - 8PM weekdays during school holidays; closed weekdays during school term Single ride: adult (13+) $11, child (4-12) $9, infant $5; unlimited ticket: adult $49.50, child $39.50, infant $16.50 Luna Park, Melbourne This Street Kilda icon's famous mouth entrance continues to grace Melbourne's postcards and for good reason. Built in 1912 and the historic amusement park is free to enter, with a number of rides to keep the young and young at heart entertained. The fabled Scenic Railway is the oldest continually operating wooden-framed rollercoaster in the world, and gives panoramic views over the nearby bay. Other rides include all the usual favourites, such as a Ferris wheel, dodgem cars and a ghost train. A great day out for kids and families. In poor weather, some rides may close, including the historic rollercoaster.

• Street Kilda Sea Baths - 10/18 Jacka Blvd -37.8652, 144.9721 Trams 3a, 16 and 96: Stop 136, The Esplanade - An old Melbourne institution perched on the Street Kilda foreshore and the Sea Baths building now has a variety of different functions, including a gymnasium, a spa, a sea water swimmingpool and countless restaurants, bars and cafés.

Local events in Melbourne/St Kilda

• Visit the flea market on Sundays at the Upper Esplanade. Good variety and prices for innovative and creative souvenirs, bags etc.
• Every Sunday evening around sunset and there is a big party at the Espy. Situated on the picturesque Upper Esplanade, this pub has one of the best views in Melbourne. Its a bar with live music, swimmingpool tables and a lounge. Not to be missed, but bring extra cash for drinks. $5.30 for 3/4's of a pot of jugs are $23.

Note: the Espy has been closed for the past two years. It's under new ownership and there are talks of reopening.

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Melbourne/St Kilda

Melbourne skyline from St. Kilda Pier - Melbourne skyline from St. Kilda Pier

• Scout House Vintage - 125 Grey Street Street Kilda Corner of Grey and Barkly Opening Hours: 10-5 Scout down to Scout house for cool vintage stuff, textiles, lighting and beautiful handmade..

Halal Food

You are truly spoilt for choice when it comes to eating in Street Kilda, with over 100 eating-out venues available. The main streets in this area, Acland and Fitzroy Streets, have every type of take-away and restaurant. On Fitzroy Street, you can really see a contrast with upmarket restaurants with white table cloths rubbing shoulders with fish and chip takeaways. Depending on your budget, you are spoilt for choice. There are many cafes and restaurants favoured by local residents hidden away in adjoining streets. Barkly Street has Il Forniao - excellent Pizzas, and Claypots is a fantastic 'roll your sleeves up' type fresh fish restaurant. Acland Street is interesting for its mouthwatering pastries.

St Kilda local residents and Melbournians from neighbouring suburbs all cruise to the many cafes in the area, especially on weekends, for coffee and breakfast which is often served all day. Cafe Racer (Marine Parade) and Leroys (Acland St) have the local residents nod midweek, Fringe and Vibe (Acland St) are always busy with weekend visitors and tourists due to their great location for People watching.

Another great location is the Vineyard. If you can put up with the 'too cool for school' attitude and lack of interest from the and waiting staff at this venue, you are likely to have an enjoyable afternoon sitting on the terrace when it is sunny. The Vineyard has an enviable location beside a park full or Grand Canaries palm trees beside Luna Park. Sunday evenings are usually packed with the remnants of weekend parties who are partying on to a DJ.

East Street Kilda and Caulfield are home to a vibrant Yahudi communities, and kosher bakeries and cafes abound.

• The 'Banff' café at 145 Fitzroy Street does delicious, generously-sized Pizzas for AU$5.50 all day on Mondays and Tuesdays, and until 5:30PM the rest of the week. It is also good for happy hour from 3 to 6PM. A great place to sit outside on a warm afternoon. The building was once commandeered by the Americans as barracks for soldiers during WW2. It's an institution and the setting is nice but the coffee is average.
• The Spud Bar, tucked into a little arcade of eateries on Blessington Street, just south of the end of Acland Street, does great value baked potatoes with a variety of toppings.
• A couple of doors down from the Spud Cafe is Lentil As Anything, an incredible Vegetarian Curries house where there is no price list - you pay what you believe the food to be worth. Worth getting down early for a spot out the back.
• La Roche in Acland Street has AU$5 Pizzas and AU$6 Pastas on some nights as well as affordable drinks. Favoured by younger local residents and students.
• Bala's. Opposite Luna Park, a must for the budget traveller.

• Rococo, Acland Street - Excellent quality food. Pizza/Pasta. Sit inside near the fire in winter or on Acland St.
• Dogs Bar, Acland St- Wine bar packed with local residents. Serves an antipasti menu, has an extensive Cheese menu and hundreds or Australian soft drinks on offer. tough finding a seat outside on a nice evening or inside on a weekend evening. Always has an atmosphere.
• Soul Mama, 10-18 Jacka Boulevard. Nestled between the swimming bath and a cafe, you find a buffet style Vegetarian restaurant at the first floor.
• Glicks, Carlisle St, East Street Kilda. For Kosher food, this outlet includes a bakery, a pizza/pasta sit down (9527 8733) and a fast food take away (9527 9968).

• Donovans, 40 Jacka Boulevard, opposite the beach and evening sunsets. An Age 2-Hat restaurant. Superb food at a pricey cost.
• Stokehouse, 30 Jacka Boulevard, almost next door to Donovans. An Age 1-Hat restaurant. Posh place for chilling and excellent food.
• Café di Stasio, 31 Fitzroy Street. Superb elegant Italian food.
• Circa the Prince, Fitzroy St. Stylish and expensive.
• Mirka, Fitzroy St. In the Tolarno hotel. Italian and French fares under the supervision of renowned chef Guy Grossi. The restaurant takes its name from local artist Mirka Mora who decorated the walls of main dining room decades ago.

St Kilda Beach - Street Kilda Beach

Pub crawling and clubbing along Fitzroy Street is very popular with backpackers.

• Prince of Wales 29 Fitzroy Street - Has a good selection of tap organic juice and shots.

• The Espy - The Esplanade Hotel - 11 The Esplanade, Street Kilda, VIC 3182, Australia ☎ +61 3 9534 0211 Opening Hours: Monday - Wednesday - Noon - 1AM, Thur - Saturday - Noon - 3AM, Sunday - Noon - 1AM long weekends till 3AM The Esplanade Hotel...open to all since 1878. For over 100 years the Esplanade Hotel has been Melbourne's (and indeed Australia's) premier live music venue. Since the early days of string performances in the late 1800s the Espys hallowed stages have been graced by the finest performers from around Australia and the world. Everyone from local legends like Paul Kelly and Dallas Crane to The Kills & Hot Hot Heat, Jet to John Farnham have performed at The Espy. International metal heavyweights Ed Guy and Deeds of Flesh and hip hop's finest such as DJ Cash Money, Steinski and Peanut Butter Wolf. Oz up and comers Wolfmother and Airbourne have also graced our stages. And its not just live music, comedians like Dave Hughes, Rove and more cut their teeth at the Espy. Truly a physical landmark in Street Kilda, and a cultural icon to Australia and the Espy continues this long standing tradition of live music, on an average week the pub plays host to over 50 bands across 3 stages 7 days a week and a lot of it free. Currently closed but scheduled to reopen in October 2022.

• Robarta and the nest - 109 Fitzroy St, Street Kilda, VIC 3182, Australia ☎ +61 3 9534 9041 - Robarta is a restaurant, bar, late night lounge and function space. The venue is over two floors, each with own bar facilities and 'state of the art' audio/visual facilities. The space is multifunctional; evolving from a restaurant in the earlier part of the night, to a late night lounge with DJ's and dancing.

• The Prince Band Room - The Prince of Wales Band Room - 29 Fitzroy Street, Street Kilda Victoria 3182, Australia ☎ +61 3 9536 1177 - The Prince Bandroom has been a host to live music for more than 6 decades. Many of the best local and international bands and DJs play The Prince Bandroom when in Melbourne. It has played host to the likes of Lenny Kravitz, Jack Johnson, Scissor Sisters, Ben Harper, Pink, Coldplay, Bright Eyes and Goldfrapp to name but a very select few.

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Melbourne/St Kilda

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Muslim Friendly Hotels

• Habitat HQ - 333 Street Kilda Road, Street Kilda ☎ +61 3 9537 3777 +61 3 9537 3888 Habitat HQ was voted the No.1 backpackers hostel in Victoria and has won numerous other awards recently. Very clean. 24 hour security. Location has very convenient public transport options. Email for group bookings.

• The Ritz for Backpackers - 169 Fitzroy St, Street Kilda near Princes Street ☎ +61 3 9525 3501 Check-in: 24-hour reception / Check-out: - Located above the Elephant and Wheelbarrow hotel.Free breakfast daily and a great place to stay. You can park in the carpark behind the hotel overnight, officially till 8AM but you will probably get away with parking there a bit longer.

• Base Backpackers - 17 Carlisle St, Street Kilda ☎ +61 3 8598 6200 Internationally rated as one of the top 10 Hippest Hostels in the world. Base offers a out of the ordinary hostel experience, combining state of the art facilities with a laid back vibe.

• Jackson’s Manor 53 Jackson St, Street Kilda ☎ +61 9534 1877 Dorm beds $19-$24, single $58, double/twin $30 pp

• Olembia Guesthouse 96 Barkly St, Street Kilda near Inkerman and Grey Sts ☎ +61 9537 1412 +61 9537 1600 Price Dorm beds $25, single $46, twin/double $78, triple $90 - Office hours 7AM Monday - 1PM, 5-7PM.

• Oslo Hotel - 38 Grey St, Street Kilda Dorm beds from $18, single from $44, twin/double from $55, triple/family from $66.

• Nomads Street Kilda Beach - Coffee Palace - 24 Grey Street, Street Kilda just off Fitzroy street ☎ +61 (03) 9534 5283 1800 666 237 Check-in: 24/7 / Check-out: 24/7 beds from $27, rooms $90 One of Melbournes largest and most popular backpackers with 4/6/8/10 bed dorms, some ensuite. Free pancake breakfast, large kitchen/comunal lounge area and fun social events every night. Email for group bookings.

• St Kilda Stays, A manager/operator of mid-range and luxury short-stay apartments in Street Kilda. 23 Apartments are available to accommodate 2-5 guests, with many on, or close to, Acland Street and Fitzroy St. Minimum 7 night stay, rates from $84 to $238 per day. Book online at www.stkildastays.com.au, phone 0422 217 744 or e-mail:

Luxury

• Novotel Street Kilda - H1506@ 16 The Esplanade -37.8652, 144.9748 Trams 3a, 16, 96: Stop 136, The Esplanade ☎ +61 3 9525 5522 - Double/twin $180-310, triple/family $280-350, penthouse $430-500 The high-end of Street Kilda's hotels offers a heated pool, gym, 24-hour room service and rooms with a breathtaking view over the water. A number of different room configurations available, from a queen double to a high-class penthouse with one or two bedrooms.

Telecommunications in Melbourne/St Kilda

There are plenty of internet cafes (many in convinence stores) located on Fitroy street. Rates start from $2 per hour. Some also have affordable international calls.

Princes Internet, Grey street, located next to Peter Pans Travel on Grey Street, has internet, international calls, fax, printing and writing of data to CD

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