Brighton provides a laidback alternative to Melbourne, making it perfect for a family break. You can spend hours building sandcastles and paddling in the ocean on Brighton Beach and Dendy Street Beach.
However, when you want something a little different, head to Dendy Park. This sprawling parkland welcomes everyone from dog walkers to joggers. It features two children’s playgrounds and a new sports pavilion for cricket and soccer clubs.
Add a touch of adventure to your holiday by embarking on a coastal trail to see Brighton’s most dramatic scenery up close. There are history, and indigenous trails where you and your little ones can learn all about how the Bayside area was shaped over hundreds of years. Or take a walk along the Bayside Coastal Art Trail, which leads past scenic coastline and displays trail signs paying tribute to notable Australian painters who painted scenes from the coast. On Brighton's trails, visitors of all ages can take in the fresh air and learn something new about the region.