Frankston Beach...The Gateway to The Peninsular

A picturesque meandering drive past seaside mansions, delicious seaside cafes, soft sandy beaches and tantalizing shallow inlets.

Take in the natural beauty that is Port Phillip Bay's eastcoast beaches until you reach one of my favorites...Frankston.

While you are there check out my other maps, just click MyMaps on the top left corner, here you will find all sorts of places of interest.

Here is a great way to explore this region, have heaps of fun and turn a few heads.

What a unique way to travel the region.

I have put this on my to do list...the Poppit and I would have a ball.

Hippie Camper provides Campervan Rentals for the fun-loving and budget-conscious traveller

Now I can share the same with my very own grandchildren...and you, my new friend.

If you would prefer to base yourself, indulge in some real Aussie hospitality and tour around from there,

may I suggest Frankston B&B - Mornington Peninsula

Viva Swimwear began in 1999 through lack of choice in swimwear for women larger than a size 10.

Most women would prefer to visit the dentist than go shopping for swimwear. I know because I am one of them!

Surveys indicate that the average woman is a size 14 but most swimwear caters for smaller sizes! Viva Swimwear offers a choice for the "real woman" that is fashionable, practical and comfortable.

They design, manufacture and retail a variety of styles including their 3 Piece Swimsuit that consists of a comfortable underwire bra and pants, to enhance body shape by providing bust support and tummy control, and a choice of loose fitting tops for style and comfort.

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Take a look at Viva’s great range of swimwear, you won’t be disappointed.

And swimming is a great form of exercise for expectant mums. The Viva Maternity Swimwear range is ideal for keeping cool during summer and the chlorine resistant costume is ideal for pregnancy exercise classes in swimming pools.

Take a look at Viva’s great range of maternity swimwear.

* Europeans came ashore to find fresh water as early as 1803.

* And in 1846 the first land holding was established between Olivers Hill and Davey's Bay.

* The first settlement was Ballam Ballam in the locality of Karingal and the original Australian homestead named Ballum Park remains today.

Situated next door to the fantastic adventure playground on the Frankston/Langwarren road, here you can enjoy a family BBQ or picnic as well as research some early Australian History.

With the arrival of the Melbourne to Frankston electric railway line in 1882, saw the beginning of the Frankston seaside resort...a place for the fairly wealthy to enjoy. Over the years the area has become a popular place for all to thoroughly enjoy.

Nowadays the rail trip from Melbourne to the Frankston beach takes around 60 minutes, so the area is easily accessed to have fun at. Check the link below for an up to date timetable.

There are buses that also link to the rail, use the site to plan your next trip, take the bikes with you and ride the boardwalk.

In 1959, the Hollywood Film, On the Beach, starring Gregory Peck and Ava Gardner was filmed partly in Frankston.

The Novelist, Nevil Shute actually lived in the Langwarren area southeast of Frankston.

The book, as well as the movie have proven to be classics, well worth looking into.

Joggers, bikers and strollers, young and old, enjoy the easy, well maintained walk.

It winds its way along the foreshore past the Emergency Services and playground and onto the pier entrance.

Here you can stand at the top of the arched bridge and watch the fishing boats as they take off out through the mouth of Kananook Creek.

Sometimes you can even spot sea creatures as they swim underneath the bridge.

Continue crossing over the arched bridge and follow on through a natural tea-tree reserve.

You can continue your stroll all the way to the Seaford Life Saving Club. Here enjoy a cool, refreshing pick me up at the award winning Cafe/Restaurant/Kiosk.

There are plenty of clean, well maintained conveniences scattered throughout the area.

Free use of the electric BBQ's is encouraged, just be mindful to remove your rubbish and leave the area clean for the next lucky family.

From here you can access the most amazing Frankston beach fairytale playground. Here your children can slay dragons, rescue fair maidens and fight many an enemy army.

Castles, forts, sea-faring adventure sandpit, electric BBQ's, swings, slides and climbing frames...a great place for the kids to let off steam, use their imagination and generally have a great time.

There is also a Liberty Swing for people in wheelchairs

All this just a few meters from the sandy beach and cooling waters of Port Phillip Bay.

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All done, all opened again...enjoy!

The pier stretches out into the bay waters providing many an opportunity for the budding fisher-boy/girl to try their hand at catching the family's dinner.

I love to watch the young Dads with their little ones teaching them the art of "Fishing" just as their Dads taught them.

Mums and Dads with pushers, old and young lovers, day trippers, in fact anyone who enjoys nature at its best stroll along the Frankston beach pier while underneath their feet swim a diverse variety of the bay's sea creatures.

This is a favorite place for me to collect sea glass, especially after a great storm.

A favorite pastime of mine is sitting at the top of this rocky outcrop and just listen to the gentle lapping of the waves below.

Just me, the seagulls and nature at its very best....great therapy.

There are also several award winning restaurants that offer a delicious array of fine foods to eat in or to take away.

Near the pier entrance you will find Sofias. Enjoy sitting outside in the fresh air or inside taking in the beautiful scenery that Frankston beach is famous for. For more of their details visit their website here

At the northern end of the Frankston Beach waterfront you come to the award winning Waves on the Beach. Visit their website here for more details.

There is also the Waves on the Beach Cafe/kiosk right at the sand for that quick pick-me-up or cool-me-down. A great little place to just sit and watch as the kids frolic in the sea or build sand castles, simple pleasures and at a very little cost.

For general picnic supplies or fresh fish and chips, why not visit the Frankston Shopping Center...plenty of delicious deli delights, fresh fruits, freshly baked breads and sumptuous cakes...yum,yum.

Want a delicious counter meal? Then try the many pubs scattered throughout the Frankston Beach road area. Great food and let someone else clean up the mess.

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• A well stocked Visitors Information Center". Here you can find lots of local information, local crafts, souvenirs, slip-slop-slap essentials and all offered by friendly and well informed local staff and volunteers.

Inquire about the Route 12 Cultural Drive see some amazing art works, sculptures, gardens, rare plantings etc...the new brochure is now available...

If you are an early riser and enjoy a friendly chat over a warm cuppa you can do so here from 9:00am onwards.

By the way some of the local artists' works are displayed on consignment. Always changing and offering a constant supply of wonderful pieces.

Drop in and let the staff know that SuperNan from Family Getaways Melbourne sent you.

Amazing and clever bronze sculptures depicting birdlife, family favorites, Aussie personalities etc are scattered around the Frankston beach carpark area.

Tables and covered picnic areas are available with clean electric BBQ's making this area a favorite place for all the family to get together...consider a family reunion or perhaps a Theme Birthday Party.

The Artists, Anne Ross and David Murphy are indeed very clever, see how many you can find.

An amazing and breathtaking view from Olivers Hill taking in the huge expanse of what is Port Phillip Bay. You can see, on a clear day, all the way to the Dandenong TV Towers and across the bay to the Westgate Bridge and the city of Melbourne.

Have you seen the amazing Sand Sculptures? If not this is a must experience for all the family to enjoy.

They are created by very clever artist sculptors who, seasonally build amazing sand pictures. These are always based around a specific theme.

For details of what is on display pop on over to the Sandstorm Events website.

You can purchase your tickets at the Visitors Information Center...well worth the investment.

To think that sand can be turned into more than sandcastles...

There is so much to see and do all year round at the Frankston beach. Wow, a fantastic place to visit not just once but over and over and over again.

Log onto The Visitors Center to see what is on at the moment.

Make a weekend of it and perhaps stay locally. Ask the staff at the Visitors Center to help you find some accommodation.

phone: 1300322842

Email: tourism@frankston.vic.gov.au

Frankston beach is one of Melbourne's top beaches providing a safe, friendly and all season experience for every member of the family to enjoy.

I put it up there as the number 1 of the 10 best beaches of Port Phillip Bay.

In fact it would be hard to beat or would it?

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