Tour Options

Adult groups by appointment.

Adults $5.00 with a minimum charge of $40.00

School groups by appointment.

Groups of 10-20 students can be provided for at any one time.

Cost: $1.00 per student. Teachers are free with a ratio of 1 to 10.

An extended list of activities for school groups based in Port Fairy are shown further down this page.

Book for Wharf and MuseumTour at the Port Fairy Information Centre.
Join one of the expert guides on a 'Fun with History' Port Fairy Historic Wharf Tour for a leisurely stroll through the Historic Port Precinct on the Moyne River.

The tour will explore the Port area's rich history, uncovering fascinating and often little-known stories about the characters and events that shaped Port Fairy’s very early development with the Norfolk pines and colonial buildings forming a picturesque backdrop.

At its peak in the 1850s, the port was one of the busiest in Australia. Wool, wheat and gold were loaded onto great sailing ships bound for England. The ships anchored in the bay while goods and passengers were ferried back and forth from the wharf on smaller craft, known as lighters.

Your tour includes a visit to the Port Fairy Museum and Archives centre.
Cost:

Adults: $20 (includes admission and a tour of the Port Fairy Museum)

Children: Free

Book for Wharf and Museum Tour at the Port Fairy Information Centre.

Virtual History Tours

The Township of Port Fairy - virtual tour by Glen foster

Wharf and Port on the Moyne River - virtual tour by glen foster

The old township of Port Fairy, located near the Moyne River, with many heritage listed buildings is worthy of exploration.

Wharf and Port on the Moyne River - virtual tour by glen foster

Located on the Moyne River, the old wharf and port are worthy of exploration. Discover the historic lifeboat, whaleboat, and historic buildings.

Battery Hill - virtual tour by glen foster

Wharf and Port on the Moyne River - virtual tour by glen foster

Battery Hill - virtual tour by glen foster

Battery Hill, located near

Port Fairy's picturesque Port, offers historic interest and stunning views of the Bay.

Activities for School Groups based at Port Fairy

These activities are options available for for School Groups visiting Port Fairy.

Selected options will need to be organised with the contact person offering a chosen activity.

Port Fairy Museum and Archives

Port Fairy was one of the earliest settlements in Victoria, so the museum has several rooms of displays on whaling, shipping, early settlers, temporary exhibitions and is housed in the first regional Court House in Victoria. Guides are available to speak to students.

maximum groups of 20 at $2 per student

supervising adult free. Suggested time 30-40 minutes per session.

Contact : Port Fairy Historical Society - Judith Kershaw email: pfhsmuseumandarchives@gmail.com

Lifeboat Station

One of the earliest lifeboats in 1859 with life-saving equipment

Maximum groups - 20 at $1 per student

Griffith Island Walk

History, ecology and wildlife. Lighthouse NOT open. maximum group - 30 at $2 per student

Battery Hill Powder Magazine Walk

River and Beach, history and ecology

maximum groups - 20 $1 per student

For any of these three tours

Contact: Marten Syme

Email:martange@bigpond.com

Beach Ramble and Beach-combing

Enjoy a beach ramble on South Beach or Little East Beach

maximum groups- 20 About 1 hour No Charge

Contact: John Miller

Email: jmiller3350@gmail.com

Phone: 0427 871 714

Historic Cottages - Motts & Mills Cottages

These cottages are two of the oldest in Port Fairy and are controlled by the National Trust.

Maximum groups- 10-20 $2 per student

Contact : Heather Wood

Email: heatherart@bigpond.com

Tower Hill -Dormant Volcano

Tower Hill is between Port Fairy and Warrnambool, access from the Princes Highway. Open all day, free Park entry, accessible for large vehicles.

Information Centre, self-guided nature walks, wildlife including wallabies, emus, koalas, birds, Aboriginal history.

The top 4 walks are:

Lava Tongue Boardwalk- Easy, 1km. 15 minutes

Tower Hill Peak Climb-Moderate, 0.8km 20 minutes.

Tower Hill Circuit- Easy, 1.8km 35 minutes

Lakes Edge Path-Moderate, 5.1km. 1 hour 30 minutes

Contact-Email: towerhill@worngundidj.org.au

Google: Tower Hill Victoria

Tour Options

Virtual History Tours

The Township of Port Fairy - virtual tour by Glen foster

Wharf and Port on the Moyne River - virtual tour by glen foster

Wharf and Port on the Moyne River - virtual tour by glen foster

Wharf and Port on the Moyne River - virtual tour by glen foster

Wharf and Port on the Moyne River - virtual tour by glen foster

Wharf and Port on the Moyne River - virtual tour by glen foster

Battery Hill - virtual tour by glen foster

Wharf and Port on the Moyne River - virtual tour by glen foster

Battery Hill - virtual tour by glen foster

Self-Guided Tours

Maritime & Shipwreck Heritage Walk

Activities for School Groups based at Port Fairy