Polly Woodside
21 South Wharf Promenade, South Wharf VIC 3006, Australia
Warehouse
•Why you'll love Polly Woodside
- Offers a unique event venue in a historical museum ship.
- Experience the sensation of being on an authentic tall ship.
- Sweeping river views and city skyline directly opposite the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre.
After travelling 1.5 million miles and circumnavigating the world 17 times over, The Polly Woodside now welcomes you aboard. Built in Belfast in 1885, the three-masted cargo vessel carried coal and wheat between England and South America. Polly Woodside is a reminder of Australia's rich maritime heritage. “Experience the sensation of being on an authentic tall ship nestled alongside the Melbourne Convention, Exhibition Centre and Yarra River. Find your sea legs as you enter the motion room to the modern gallery and theatrette and be absorbed by the gripping stories, emotions, and characters behind this unique attraction. Then, step aboard the 19th Century Polly Woodside and be immersed in what life was like at sea.” This amazing venue offers more than just a glimpse into the past; this historic venue provides an engaging and hands-on experience that enchants visitors of all ages. It's the perfect venue for hosting events, educational programs, and special gatherings.
Polly Woodside Function Rooms
Polly Woodside
Built in 1885 and having travelled the world as a cargo ship until 1968 the Polly Woodside is an iconic Melbourne landmark. With panoramic views along the Yarra River combined with the atmosphere of this historical vessel, the Polly Woodsid...
Price Guide
| Price Type | Price Per Person (Starting From) |
|---|---|
| Day Delegate Package (DDP) | $ 100 |
| Half Day Delegate Package (HDDP) | $ 73 |
| 2 Course Menu | $ 78 |
| 3 Course Menu | $ 100 |
| 3 Hour Canapes | $ 69 |
| 3 Hour Beverage Package | $ 53 |
Please note, that pricing may be subject to change without notice. We recommend confirming with the venue prior to booking to ensure you have the most up-to-date information.
Reviews for Polly Woodside
Gemma Robson
Took our 5 and 7 year olds to Pirate Day (3rd Sunday of the month). My son is right into ships at the moment so he loved the opportunity to go on a real one. There was a great balance of activities to fill a couple of hours alongside plenty of opportunities to explore the ship either in a group or at the end when some people started leaving. The pirates were great and kept the children nicely entertained. It was a really fun day out (there was an ice cream stand and ferris wheel nearby while we waited). Activities likely too young for an older child (8/9+).
Rohan Flegler
Amazing, loved it. Seeing what the sailors had to endure is hard to fathom. Reminded me to appreciate how we live today. Must go on the tour.
Steven Heath
Being a National Trust member has many advantages and one of them is free entry to most of their properties - the biggest travesty though is the NTV occupying a gorgeous heritage building and there being no access. Here is a thought, move into a normal office building and restore/make available the HQ to the public who support you. Anyway, Polly Woodside IS accessible to members. Primarily of interest to kids and shipping enthusiasts. We were in and out in 15mins.
Nakul pisolkar
Polly Woodside was built in 1885 in Belfast as a three masted Iron Barge and covered around 1.5 million kms around the globe. It use to largely carry coal between England and South America but made many trips to Australia & NZ as well. The owner of the ship named it “Polly” after his wife Marian Woodside whose nickname was “Polly” because she talked all the time like a parrot. It’s worth checking out the Captain’s quarters and other crew’s rooms and how they lived and traveled through ships in those days. It is one of the very few ships in the world from that era that have survived and are on display for people to see today. Definitely worth a visit if you are in Melbourne city.
Paul Gerarts
Were lucky to visit Melbourne during schoolholidays and ship open for visit on weekdays. Very well restored by volunteers. Good movie about the history and life on board of the ship; catapults one back in time. Can wander around freely and take time to have a good look from all angles. Very worthwhile visit and must see attraction.
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