• Inspiration

Williamstown, Victoria: Travel guide and things to do

Williamstown (including Altona) is an historic bayside tourist resort which was Melbourne's first port.

• Melbourne

Sold on the scenic spots

If the locations don't take your breath away, the arts, craft and food bargains certainly will, writes Kristin Lee.

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Scaring up a good time in old haunts

NELSON Place, the old centre of Williamstown, is home to stylish eateries that are a popular haunt of alfresco diners on balmy evenings.

• Sandy Guy

• Hotel reviews

Captains Retreat, Williamstown reivew: Ahead by a nautical mile

Sue Wallace discovers a retreat close to the sea with rooms to explore.

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The first port of call

Kristin Lee discovers naval history, public art and fresh mussels in a town on the water's edge.

• Adventure holidays

Making a splash

Craig Tansley finds 10 things to do during a day by the bay.

• Hotel reviews

Quest Williamstown review: On the waterfront

Kate Nancarrow takes an apartment by the bay.