Arthurs Seat State Park
Arthurs Seat State Park
Arthurs Seat State Park
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Rising above the Mornington Peninsula, Arthurs Seat State Park is a prominent feature in the landscape of Port Philip Bay. The summit provides spectacular views which, on a clear day, can stretch as far as the Melbourne city skyline, the You Yangs and Mount Macedon. For a bird's-eye view, climb aboard the all-weather Arthurs Seat Eagle, a state-of-the-art gondola which soars high above the trees. There are plenty of activities to do in the park. From walking, jogging, photography, picnicking and mountain biking. The park’s most popular attraction is Arthurs Seat summit, where visitors can take in the stunning views while enjoying a picnic or barbecue. Take the pleasant circuit walk to Kings Falls or visit the delightful Seawinds Gardens.
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FyingKiwi
Christchurch, New Zealand940 contributions
Jan. 2023
If you have travelled up to the summit either by car or gondola, then you are treated to a wonderful coastal view as well as an extensive picnic area. There are also a number of short walks in the area allowing visitors time to relax and survey the scenery before continuing on their journey. There is also an opportunity, if desired, to sit on Arthurs Seat (the third).
Written 8 January 2023
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Traveller
Melbourne, Australia15,743 contributions
Mar. 2022
Rising above the Mornington Peninsula, Arthurs Seat is the most familiar of all Port Phillip Bay landscape features. Its 314-metre summit, reached by road or on foot, gives spectacular views of the bay and Port Phillip Heads. On a clear day the view extends as far as the city skyline, the You Yangs and Mount Macedon.
My wife and I drove to this place recently during our annual holiday in Mornington Peninsula. We have been here a few times before in the past and decided to visit again to enjoy the scenic views and walks.
My wife and I drove to this place recently during our annual holiday in Mornington Peninsula. We have been here a few times before in the past and decided to visit again to enjoy the scenic views and walks.
Written 1 April 2022
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F M
Melbourne, Australia144 contributions
Dec. 2021 • Friends
Breathtaking views which on a clear day go for miles. Surprisingly we managed to easily get parking on a public holiday, probably because most people parked at cable car. Definitely worth a visit when in the area - it was a real treat!
Written 29 December 2021
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Kim D
Brisbane, Australia38 contributions
Apr. 2021
Worth the drive. Stunning views are the reward for a short walk. The gondola ride is fun and allows for great views. The walks are comfortable while strenuous but very worth the effort. Staff are as great as the views.
Written 26 April 2021
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Jeffry b
Essendon, Australia13,838 contributions
Sep. 2020
Arthurs Seat has a delightful view over Port Phillip Bay. It's named after Arthur's Seat near Edinburgh in Scotland. The area surrounding the State Park is quite affluent. The cable car can take you comfortably to the top of the mountain, visitors can get a very expanive out over the Bay from the cable car.
Written 2 September 2020
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Thanks so much for taking the time to review Arthurs Seat State Park! We're glad you enjoyed the park, including wonderful views across the bay.
Thanks again,
Parks Victoria
Written 4 September 2020
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Andy M
Melbourne, Australia87 contributions
Jul. 2020 • Family
What a real treat. Great views nice walks. Even with the weather cool, it was still a great visit. Chairlift wasn’t operating but the drive up was all ok. Not fit enough to walk. On the way back down lots of places to stop and admire the view.
Written 3 July 2020
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Thanks for sharing your experience at Arthurs Seat State Park. We're so glad you had a great visit and were able to admire the views.
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Parks Victoria
Written 9 July 2020
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Michael-4551
Caloundra, Australia5,458 contributions
Feb. 2020
Visited on Friday 14th February, we spent sometime exploring the park, there are walking tracks and viewing area, make sure you check them out like we did.
Written 17 April 2020
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Thanks so much to take the time to review Arthurs Seat! We're so glad were able to enjoy exploring the the walking tracks and viewing area in the park.
Thanks again,
Parks Victoria
Written 23 April 2020
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David D
Perth, UK141 contributions
Jan. 2020
We drove up to the summit and then walked about some of the outlook points all of which give great views although there was still smoke in the atmosphere when we were there so we couldn't see across the Bay. There's a good cafe up there for a snack and there are loos across the road from that. We noticed the gondola/cable car while there which we missed but it was closed when we visited due to the strong wind. Good conservation work going on there and a walk through one of the restoration areas. Lots of birds and we were lucky enough to see a young Kookaburra just feet away near the car park.
Written 12 March 2020
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PatCee
Melbourne, Australia11 contributions
Feb. 2020 • Couples
Great view. Limited parking at each of the
Lookouts however. A nice place to go for a short drive. Can see the whole peninsula bay.
Lookouts however. A nice place to go for a short drive. Can see the whole peninsula bay.
Written 18 February 2020
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Mark G
Melbourne, Australia1,816 contributions
Jan. 2020 • Couples
Beautiful park around the mount. If you are up to it you can hike up and down Arthur's Seat while watching the Cable Car gondola overhead.
Written 29 January 2020
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julie0359
Melbourne, Australia74 contributions
How woul you assess the gradient for walking? Looking for reasonably flat walking space
Raj F
Sydney, Australia198 contributions
There is a reasonably flat walk around the top of the hill. There is a park and you can walk to the park from the adjacent car park. The views of the coast and surrounds can be seen without you having to encounter any gradients..
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- Hotels near Arthurs Seat State Park:
- (0.23 km) George's Boutique Hotel & Culinary Retreat
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- (0.30 km) Dream Views at Arthurs Seat B & B
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- (0.33 km) Summit Views
- Restaurants near Arthurs Seat State Park:
- (0.16 km) Arthur Hotel
- (3.68 km) Two Bays Brewing Co
- (4.38 km) The Milbri
- (1.07 km) Heronswood Restaurant
- (6.08 km) Ten Minutes by Tractor Winery & Restaurant
- Attractions near Arthurs Seat State Park:
- (0.14 km) Arthurs Seat Eagle
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- (0.20 km) Kings Waterfall
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