The colorful Brighton Bathing Boxes in Brighton Beach are one of the most photographed sites in Melbourne among locals and tourists alike. The Beach houses have more than 100 years of history behind them. They are located about 12 km south of Federation Square in one of the Melbourn’s most exclusive neighborhoods.
I did not know what to expect when Brian told me that he was taking me to show some beach houses, which may be interesting to me. Green Point, Brighton Beach with its lawns, gardens, and vista of Port Phillip Bay and the Melbourne City skyline, the area has always been a major attraction for residents and visitors, but I actually did not research that ahead of my trip.
It was a beautiful late afternoon, was a great experience to see all those beautiful and colorful beach bathing boxes lined up from the far distance. I discovered that the Brighton Beach Boxes represent an iconic symbol of this popular beach in Port Phillip Bay. Individuals own some of the boxes, while the government owns others. Some boxes are privately owned, and the government owns some. If a private owner wants to sell their box, the government buys it to preserve its historical importance and prevent any harm to its heritage.
The box owners aren’t even permitted repainting their boxes to a different outside color that is already displayed, nor remodeling is allowed.
Getting to Brighton Beach Bathing Boxes
By Car – The Beach is located about 12 km south of Federation Square in Melbourn’s most exclusive neighborhoods. If you are driving, then follow the direction to Brighton Beach Gardens or The Life Saving Club and both offer car parking.
Public Transport – Sandringham metro line (Green) takes about 25 minutes from Flinders Street Railway Station to Brighton Beach Station, then another 12 minutes walk (1 km) to to the Beach.
Brighton Beach Gardens
The beautiful view of city skylines and the pine trees make the Gardens a perfect place for photographers. It is the perfect place for car parking or a quick stop when you are walking from the Station to the colorful bathing boxes.
Where to stay in Brighton Beach, Melbourne
Brighton Serviced Apartments, 408 Bay St, Brighton, Melbourne
Brighton Serviced Apartments features fully self-contained serviced apartments with a full kitchen and dining facilities, less than 10 minutes’ drive from Melbourne city center.
The property is a 3-minute walk from North Brighton Railway Station and a short stroll to Bay Street’s shopping, restaurants, and cafes. It is 5 minutes’ drive to Brighton Beach and 10 minutes’ drive to St Kilda Beach. A great place to stay and parking is free.
Brighton Savoy Hotel, 150 Esplanade, Brighton, Melbourne
Overlooking Brighton Beach, Brighton Savoy offers modern rooms, a restaurant, free Wi-Fi, and free parking. It is 10 minutes’ walk from a wide range of shops on Church Street and Middle Brighton Railway Station.
Have Local Food in Melbourne
Many restaurants in the Brighton area offer local cuisine, Pizza, Australian, International, and Vegetarian Friendly. They are open for all-day dining with a buzzing atmosphere. I tried quite a few restaurants during my visit.
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