Studley Park Boathouse
Studley Park Boathouse, Boathouse Road, Kew VIC, Australia
Why you'll love Studley Park Boathouse
- Offers a fleet of rowboats, canoes and kayaks ready to hire for a scenic day on the water.
- The iconic riverside setting, coupled with impressive views and surrounds is the perfect backdrop to make your next event, birthday or milestone occasion a memorable one.
The Studley Boathouse is the first boathouse in Melbourne’s history – a boating and dining favourite for decades. Just 10-minute drive from the Melbourne CBD in Kew, the history-rich location offers a cafe, restaurant and event space. Plus, our fleet of rowboats, canoes and kayaks are available for hire so you can experience the Yarra River’s scenic views from the water yourself. One of our best-preserved and best kept secrets is right at your doorstep!
Studley Park Boathouse Function Rooms

The Restaurant
Surrounded by old English elm trees, and bathed with natural light filtering through a glass veranda, The Restaurant can be transformed to suit events, from casual and formal. The space, a beautifully restored Victorian residence, can host ...

The Cafe
The Café embraces an ambience like no other. Uniquely versatile, The Terrace offers both an indoor seating area and alfresco, creating an environment that combines the classic charm of Studley Park Boathouse with functionality. The Café tr...

The Riverbank
Set on the banks of the magnificent Yarra River, The Riverbank is ideal for the perfect outdoor wedding. Surrounded by natural bushland, old English elm trees and with the historic Victorian boathouse in its backdrop, The Riverbank embraces...
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does an event cost at Studley Park Boathouse?
Events at Studley Park Boathouse start from 0.
This may be subject to change due to seasonality, day of the week, duration and your specific requirements. For an accurate quote for your event please send an enquiry or contact one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts.
What type of events can be hosted at Studley Park Boathouse?
The following types of events can be held at Studley Park Boathouse:
If your specific event type is not on the list, contact one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts and they will check if Studley Park Boathouse is able to facilitate your event or will help you find an alternate venue.
How do I find out if Studley Park Boathouse is available for my event date?
The best way to find out if Studley Park Boathouse is available for your event date is to send an enquiry through or get in contact with one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts.
Availability at many venues around the country is limited so if your date is flexible, please let the VenueNow team know and the venue may be able to provide a range of dates that suit your needs.
What catering / food and beverage options are available at Studley Park Boathouse?
No food or beverage / catering options have been selected for Studley Park Boathouse. For more information regarding food and beverage / catering options, please contact a VenueNow Event Booking Expert.
What steps are involved in booking an event at Studley Park Boathouse?
There are a steps involved in booking an event at Studley Park Boathouse and the VenueNow team are here to do the heavy lifting for you.
Firstly, contact the VenueNow team by submitting an enquiry or speaking to one of our team members online or over the phone. We'll need to collect a few details from you, such as your:
- Event type
- Number of people attending
- Preferred event date & time (and if this is flexible)
- Budget (per person or total)
- Room layout
- Food and beverage / catering requirements
- Any other requirements
Once we've gathered these details, the VenueNow team will contact the team at Studley Park Boathouse to check:
1) Can they host the event on your preferred date / time? If not, what are some alternate dates / times?
2) What is the estimated cost based on your event requirements?
This process tends to take around 1 business day on average to receive a response from the venue. Once we've received a response, the VenueNow team will contact you as soon as possible.
If you're happy with the proposed price and dates / times, the VenueNow team will connect you with Studley Park Boathouse to finalise your booking (which may include a site visit if you choose to do so).
VenueNow provides this service free of charge to you as we are paid a small fee by Studley Park Boathouse if you book via us.
I have more questions. How do I get in contact?
There are a number of ways you can get in contact:
1) Call the VenueNow team on 1300 647 488 during business hours AEST
2) Contact the VenueNow team via our online chat in the bottom right of the screen
3) Submit an enquiry via the form on the page
The VenueNow team usually reply within a few hours during Australian business.