Queenscliff

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Queenscliff is a luxurious seaside retreat with beautifully restored buildings. In the 1880's, Melbourne's most affluent would arrive on paddle steamers for a luxury seaside retreat.

Today, travellers on every type of budget flock to Queenscliff for fine dining, the grandeur of beautifully restored hotels and luxurious B&Bs.

Queenscliff attracts visitors from all points of the compass. They come to enjoy the beach, a picnic under the giant foreshore pines, the village charm or even a game of golf.

When it comes to water-based activities, Queenscliff has plenty to choose from. Boating, fishing, diving and snorkelling are popular. There are also tours to see dolphins and seals to add even more zest to your visit.

The Queenscliff Horse-drawn Coach Company or Drysdale steam train are unique ways to explore historical buildings, as is a walking tour with ‘Mr Queenscliff’ from the Queenscliff Historical Tours.

Indulge yourself with 5 star dining or simply warm up with yummy fish and chips from one of Queenscliffe’s award winning fish and chipperies.

The hotels continue to do a roaring trade with visitors enjoying the opulence of fully restored bars, restaurants and rooms. Many of the old churches and buildings have been resurrected as restaurants, cafes, shops and galleries serving up fine local produce and selling all manner of clothes, artworks and bric-a-brac.

Things to do

Climb aboard for all the fun of a steam train ride to Lakers Siding or Drysdale
Dive to discover coral, sponges and shipwrecks around the bay entrance
Come face to face with 19th century military might at Fort Queenscliff
Dine in style at a 19th century hotel
Tee-up for a round of golf on the areas two sandbelt courses
Unlock the secrets of the deep at the Marine Discovery Centre
Sail into history at the Maritime Museum
Enjoy the vista to Port Phillip Heads from the Ocean View Lookout
Unearth Queenscliff's colourful history at the Historical Museum, open 2pm - 4pm daily
Visit the cave of the William Buckley at Point Lonsdale
Tour the Point Lonsdale lighthouse
Watch from Rip View Lookout at Point Lonsdale