Things to See & Do

Port Fairy's rich history is abundant and superbly preserved. Most attractions are within easy walking distance of Seacombe House – the picturesque Moyne River, magnificent beaches, Griffith Island and its Mutton Bird colony, the town's beautiful colonial architecture, attractive cafes and restaurants, and so much more. Port Fairy is beautiful at any time of the year.

 Many visitors don't use their cars at all when staying in Port Fairy, but if you want to experience the surrounding Western District, you won't run out of choices. Let us help you plan fishing and sightseeing boat trips, winery visits, and your exploration of the beautiful and spectacular coastline, an extinct volcano at Tower Hill nature reserve, the ancient Grampians, other old towns like Portland and Hamilton... You will find Port Fairy a perfect base for touring.

Other feature attractions of our town & region

• Historic Buildings
• Around Port Fairy
  
• Wharf
• Galleries
• Beautiful beaches & Surf
• Griffiths Island
• Port Fairy Lighthouse
• Lady Julia Percy Island
• Yambuk
• The Crags
• Killarney
• Mount Eccles
• Byaduk
• Tower Hill
  
• Portland, Cape Nelson, Cape Bridgewater
• 12 Apostles
• Koroit
• Boggy Creek Hotel
• Elephant Hotel
• Mahogany Ship
• Cycling & walking
• Whale watching
• Golf
• Horse Riding
  

Port Fairy Wharf

This is one of Australia's prettiest wharfs as it is lined with charming stone buildings and huge norfolk pines. You can stroll along here and see the fishing charters returning with the catch of the day. There are lovely walks from the wharf as well as parks and picnic areas.

Griffith's Island Reserve

Also known as mutton bird island, where thousands of mutton birds nest from September to April. A walk of the island can be done, where you can see plenty of nests and wonderful views of Port Fairy's coastline.

Port Fairy Lighthouse

This historical, bluestone lighthouse has saved many sailors lives, was erected in 1859. Only a 400 metre walk from the Wharf, it is located on a rocky alcove where crabs by the thousands are hiding under the rocks and in the rockpools.

Lady Julia Percy Island

This island located 9km off the coast is home to more than 20,000 Australian fur seals. Charters are available from Port Fairy's wharf and the seals are easily visible from the boat, lying on the rocks or swimming in the sea.

Walks and Trails

From local jaunts to great coastal walks – any duration! www.port-fairy.com

Beaches and Surf

Both locally – East Beach, Pea Soup and the Passage, and beyond Killarney, Yambuk – literally miles and miles of unspoilt coastline! www.port-fairy.com

Cycling

For a local pedal cruise, or for the serious cycling officionado – choose your distance & duration – it’s a cyclists haven and renowned in the cycling world! www.visitportfairy.com.au

Port Fairy Day Spa

Out and About

Whether sightseeing, bushwalking, exploring or imbibing the atmosphere of some of Western Victoria’s atmospheric old pubs there is lots to do within a short drive.