Photo of Altona Beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Altona Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Altona Beach with long straight shore

Photo of Altona Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Altona Beach and the settlement

Photo of Altona Beach - popular place among relax connoisseurs

8.4

Very good

Altona Beach

Altona, Australia

#31 out of 154 in Victoria

8.4

Very good

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Beach activities rent Good for Surfing

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Located within the settlement

Melbourne • 13.3 km

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About

Altona Beach is located on the Bass Strait and it is in the 8th place out of 14 beaches in the Melbourne region 13.3 km away from its center, the city of Melbourne. It is one of the beaches of Melbourne settlement, just 13.3 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.

It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is very crowded place during the season.

Altona Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, changing rooms, showers, toilets. There is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities. This beach is popular for windsurfing or kiteboarding. There are also some surf spots.

Fans of active recreation can take part in beach volleyball.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

1 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Altona Beach Dog Off, which has a rating of 8.3.

Altona Beach is located in Melbourne within Melbourne, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

Weather

history

+12 ^o C +10 ^o C

Air temperature

6 M/S

Wind

+14 ^o C

Water temperature

0.6 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Melbourne • 13.3 km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 8.2 (Very good)

What to do in Altona Beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?

For those who wish to engage in something more extreme than a lazy holiday on the beach, it is worth noting that Altona Beach is excellent for surfing. This kind of activity is suitable for beginners and for professionals. The waves in this region you can see in the photos above or study the reviews by our users. And by the way, on the beach you can take surfing coaches!

Extremes can be moderate or excessive, so if you are a fan of the first type, than Altona Beach welcomes you, offering kite and windsurfing. If on the contrary, it is not your kind of activity, we recommend you to find another beach, since the presence of lots of kite surfers on water can have a negative impact on the comfort of your leisure.

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Port Melbourne Beach Port Melbourne Beach

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Middle Park Beach Middle Park Beach

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Elwood Beach Elwood Beach

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Brighton Beach Brighton Beach

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Wyndham Harbour Northern Beach Wyndham Harbour Northern Beach

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Localities

Nearest

Melbourne • 13.3km

Main locality of province

Melbourne • 13.3km

Transport

Airport

KAH • 12.4km

Bus Station

Mordialloc Station/Albert St • 27.1km

Train Station

Sunshine • 9.2km

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Travelers reviews

Average Reviews rating

8.4 Very good

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Average Reviews rating

8.4 Very good

Nick Martin

10 Exceptional

Great little beach and environs. Newly renovated Pier which is popular with fishermen(women), strollers, and youngsters jumping into the sea. Patrolled by nice friendly Lifeguards. Lots of parking options and a short stroll to shops, cafes and restaurants. Lots of shallow water for the young ones. The beach is clean with soft sand, but bring your own "shade".

sventek

8 Very good

A nice family friendly beach. The sand is almost white and clean with not too many sea shells so it's great for kids to play with and build sand castles on. Some areas are quite overrun with seagulls. The water is clear and cool on a day with temperatures close to 30⁰. The sand however is very slimy and slippery under the water, feels like you're walking on oily sand. Very shallow waters so you'd have to walk very far to get any depth, but great for kids though. Shops and public toilets nearby. Parking is limited closeby with a lot of them being 2 hour max.

opallpyp

10 Exceptional

This beach is very nice and relaxing. The beach has a beautiful view. Al to a is also one of the best spots to swim and play volleyball.

Abdullah Afzal

8 Very good

It's a nice beautiful and calm sandy beach. We went in there during winters in August. So couldn't go in water but still the walk along the pathway was nice. But it's not that tourist beach kind of thing so there ain't any water sports stuff

Bipul Neupane

10 Exceptional

The beach is clean. Lots of fishing spots. I really loved the vibe. Enjoyed the view.

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Altona Beach?

The coastline of Altona Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Altona Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Altona Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

The Altona Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:

Kite and windsurfing
Surfing

Activities available on the ground:

Beach volleyball

Is the Altona Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.

Altona Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

There are few boats in the bay.

Is the Altona Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Altona Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Altona Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. There are several buildings near the beach.

The following features add extra points:

On the territory of the national park / reserve

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Altona Beach?

The bar is located right on the Altona Beach.

How far is the Altona Beach from parking?

The Altona Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

What is the best time of the year to visit Altona Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Altona Beach is January. Its average value reaches 22°C. The warmest sea is in January, the average value is 20°C. The coldest month is July with air temperature 13°C and water 13°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Altona Beach (City of Melbourne) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Altona Beach (City of Melbourne) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.