Port Phillip Ferries Events

We’re stepping up our game in 2025, making it easier than ever to get to the footy with all Footy Ferry Specials now just $20 for adults, $15 for kids (4-16yrs), and Infants Free (0-3yrs)—from both Geelong and Portarlington! This year, we’re focusing on night games at Marvel Stadium and the MCG. Hop on an afternoon ferry, enjoy a few pre-game drinks from our licensed bar, and cruise into Melbourne stress-free with plenty of time to soak up the pre-game atmosphere—or make a night of it with our ‘Play & Stay’ offers!

Sebel Docklands Package including return ferry tickets for all guests. Are you visiting Melbourne to support your footy team or are you just keen for a mini break in the city? Our great partners at the Sebel Melbourne Docklands have a fantastic offer now available via our partnership which gets you an amazing special on a 1 or 2-bedroom apartment, PLUS return ferry tickets for all guests. Located within a short walk of the Melbourne Ferry Terminal and Marvel Stadium, and only a short tram ride to the MCG, this package is the perfect Play and Stay option if you heading to the footy for a night game.

Nature Lovers Bay Cruise – Kids Go Free EXTENDED until after Easter > Departing and returning from Docklands every Tuesday, these cruises are the way to experience Port Phillip Bay from a different angle. These 2.5-hour cruises aboard a modern 35-meter catamaran offers a fantastic opportunity to experience the beauty of the bay and its abundant marine life. As you set sail across to Portarlington and back, you’ll have the chance to relax and enjoy the stunning scenery that surrounds you, with the spacious catamaran providing a comfortable vantage point for taking in the sights.

All-Year Entertainment Cruises > Held on select Tuesday’s during the year. Get ready for a year of fun, laughter, and great music on board our themed cruises! Departing from Docklands and Portarlington, these lively short cruises celebrate everything from Rock’n Roll afternoons to festive holiday cruises—each one different, and all just as fun as the last. Whether it’s Christmas in July, toe-tapping retro tunes, or Seniors Month celebrations, you’ll be treated to an uplifting cruise experience that blends stunning scenery with unforgettable live entertainment.

From Docklands to Portarlington – A mid-year celebration for all. Whether you’re part of a social group, a Probus club, or just a couple craving a cozy winter escape, this Christmas in July experience is for everyone! Hop aboard a scenic ferry ride across the bay, indulge in a festive feast at the charming Portarlington Grand Hotel, and soak up the holiday spirit with live entertainment, decorations, and bon bons galore. It’s a stress-free, joy-filled day out—ideal for families, friends, and anyone wanting a touch of Winter Christmas magic without the December crowds.

Choose between the Atrium or the Dining Room > The Grand Day Out Package now has a revamped menu, offering even more flexibility than ever before. You can now choose between dining at the Atrium or the Dining Room at the Grand Hotel. The package begins with a leisurely cruise across Port Phillip Bay from Docklands aboard a modern fast ferry, arriving at the charming seaside town of Portarlington. The Grand Day Out Package not only includes your return ferry journey, but it also includes lunch and your choice of drink.

Visit the Mussel Capital of Australia – Portarlington is renowned for its mussel farms, offering the perfect environment for these tasty shellfish. Pier Street Cafe, located right on the waterfront, serves incredibly fresh mussels, with a range of dishes from smoked mussel chowder to Sri Lankan mussel curry. With our regular ferry service nearby, it’s easy to return for more. Enjoy the Port to Plate Mussel Experience, which includes everything – even a drink with your lunch!

All inclusive package with access to 3 exhibitions >Port Phillip Ferries has an exclusive package that now includes access to all 3 features at the National Wool Museum. Not only will you get entry to the Wool Museum itself, but there are 2 extra exhibition spaces inside the Museum that regularly feature new and interesting instalments. Currently showing in these spaces are: Wildlife Photographer of the Year 60 PLUS Time & Materiality: 2024 MAANZ International Exhibition. The package includes return ferry tickets from Docklands and entry into all 3 exhibitions.

If you and your golf buddies are keen to explore more than one golf course on the Bellarine Peninsula then an overnight package is the go. Take the ferry over, play 2 stunning Bellarine golf courses, and have an overnight stay in Portarlington to make life easy. We’ll take care of everything.

If you and your golf buddies are keen to explore more than one golf course on the Bellarine Peninsula then an overnight package is the go. Take the ferry over, play 3 stunning Bellarine golf courses, and stay in the stunning coastal town of Portarlington to make life easy. We’ll take care of the rest.