Frankston Waterfront

Frankston Waterfront is a bayside foreshore precinct on Port Phillip Bay in Frankston, Victoria, about 40 km southeast of Melbourne. It comprises Frankston Beach, Frankston Pier, a timber boardwalk, foreshore reserve and parklands. Notable for its long sandy beach, calm bay waters, pier fishing and views across the bay, it serves as the central coastal recreation area for the City of Frankston and a popular day-trip destination from Melbourne.

Visitors can expect a long sandy beach on calm Port Phillip Bay waters backed by a paved promenade and timber boardwalk, Frankston Pier extending into the bay, grassy foreshore reserve with picnic areas, playgrounds and barbecues, and views to Oliver's Hill and across the bay. The area includes swimming areas, fishing spots on the pier, walking and cycling paths, public art, and cafes and restaurants along the waterfront and nearby Nepean Highway.

Frankston developed as a seaside resort town from the mid-19th century. Frankston Pier was first constructed in 1857 and rebuilt and extended over time, supporting fishing, boating and bay transport. The foreshore has long served as the city's main public beach and recreation reserve, with successive improvements including the boardwalk, seawall and parklands.

The waterfront is the central coastal public space for the City of Frankston and a longstanding bayside recreation destination for Melbourne residents. It hosts community events, markets and festivals, and is valued for its beach culture, pier fishing tradition and public art including sculptures along the foreshore.