Photo of Williamstown Beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Williamstown Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Williamstown Beach with spacious shore

Photo of Williamstown Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

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Photo of Williamstown Beach and the settlement

Photo of Williamstown Beach - popular place among relax connoisseurs

Photo of Williamstown Beach - good pet friendly spot for vacation

8.3

Very good

Williamstown Beach

Williamstown, Australia

#45 out of 154 in Victoria

8.3

Very good

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Good for Sup surfing Good for swimming

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Located within the settlement

Melbourne • 8.7 km

Map of beach

Park Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria - Melbourne Gardens

8.7km

Landmark Point Ormond Lookout

7.3km

Museum ACMI

8.6km

Tourist Attraction Brighton Bathing Boxes

9.8km

Amusement Center Luna Park Melbourne

7.2km

Casino Crown Melbourne

7.5km

Aquarium SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium

7.7km

Art Gallery National Gallery of Victoria

8.3km

Performing Arts Theater Arts Centre Melbourne

8.4km

Stadium Melbourne Cricket Ground

9.5km

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About

Williamstown Beach is located on the Bass Strait and it is in the 12th place out of 14 beaches in the Melbourne region 8.7 km away from its center, the city of Melbourne. It is one of the beaches of Melbourne settlement, just 8.7 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.

It is a spacious coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, pet owners etc. It is very crowded place during the season.

Williamstown Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, changing rooms, showers, toilets, sea pool. 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, sup-surfing.

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

2 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.

Williamstown 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

+13 ^o C +11 ^o C

Air temperature

6.5 M/S

Wind

+14 ^o C

Water temperature

0.7 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Melbourne • 8.7 km

Map of beach

Park Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria - Melbourne Gardens

8.7km

Landmark Point Ormond Lookout

7.3km

Museum ACMI

8.6km

Tourist Attraction Brighton Bathing Boxes

9.8km

Amusement Center Luna Park Melbourne

7.2km

Casino Crown Melbourne

7.5km

Aquarium SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium

7.7km

Art Gallery National Gallery of Victoria

8.3km

Performing Arts Theater Arts Centre Melbourne

8.4km

Stadium Melbourne Cricket Ground

9.5km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 8.4 (Very good)

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

If you like outdoor activities, the Williamstown Beach can offer such an experience. In particular - SUP surfing. The beach stands out for an excellent base for this kind of sport. And the bonus is the gorgeous scenery from the water. Just try, we recommend it!

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Nearest Beaches

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Altona Beach Dog Off Altona Beach Dog Off

8.3 Very good

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Sandridge Beach Sandridge Beach

8 Very good

5.3km

Port Melbourne Beach Port Melbourne Beach

8.7 Excellent

5.4km

Altona Beach Altona Beach

8.4 Very good

6.3km

Middle Park Beach Middle Park Beach

8.7 Excellent

8.6km

Elwood Beach Elwood Beach

8.3 Very good

10km

Brighton Beach Brighton Beach

8.5 Excellent

12.2km

Hampton Beach Hampton Beach

8.5 Excellent

Localities

Nearest

Melbourne • 8.7km

Main locality of province

Melbourne • 8.7km

Transport

Airport

KAH • 7.6km

Bus Station

Mordialloc Station/Albert St • 23.1km

Train Station

Footscray • 7.4km

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Travelers reviews

Average Reviews rating

8.3 Very good

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Average Reviews rating

8.3 Very good

Jasha M

10 Exceptional

Had so much fun under the sun with the cold water and the fine sand. So many people were there enjoying the last days of summer, but not too crowded, that's why we got to enjoy it. I recommend bringing a tent or a beach umbrella and some sunscreen and lots of cold water and snacks.

Caio Cesar Ucci

10 Exceptional

My favorite spot for a good coffee or even a day at the beach, the water usually is very clean for swimming! And of course, the sunset is azing

Allz

8 Very good

Scenery is beautiful when you come around evening time, although there should be more parking that caters to people during peak hours. First time we took our baby boy to the beach couple years back - despite being nervous, he absolutely loved it.

Rajeshwar Dayal Mathur

8 Very good

We happened to visit it yesterday evening on a perfect summer weekday in Melbourne. It was very pleasant but windy, and the beach was not crowded at all. This is a beautiful beach where you can swim, surf, or walk on the promenade. We had carried our dinner, which we had it in the car while enjoying the sunset. It is not too far from the city and you can reach by public transport too. Highly recommended.

John Locke

10 Exceptional

It’s windy and crowded. The winds are cold even in summer under the sunshine and bring water from the sea. You can walk, swim, sunbathe, picnic or have BBQ. You can buy fish and chips from the cafe. Bring sunscreen and insect repellent. There are many seagulls, other birds and flies. There are toilets and showers.

Questions and answers

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

The coastline of Williamstown 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 Williamstown Beach?

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

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

Sup surfing (Sup touring)

Is the Williamstown Beach good for swimming?

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

Williamstown 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. So the overall recommendation of the Williamstown Beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Williamstown 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 very smooth.

Is the Williamstown Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Williamstown 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

What are the key audiences of Williamstown Beach?

Williamstown Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Beachgoers with pets

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

The bar is located right on the Williamstown Beach.

How far is the Williamstown Beach from parking?

The Williamstown 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 Williamstown Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Williamstown 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?

Williamstown 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.Williamstown 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.