Polly Woodside
21 South Wharf Promenade, South Wharf VIC 3006, Australia
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. “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.”
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...
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does an event cost at Polly Woodside?
Events at Polly Woodside 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 Polly Woodside?
The following types of events can be held at Polly Woodside:
If your specific event type is not on the list, contact one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts and they will check if Polly Woodside is able to facilitate your event or will help you find an alternate venue.
How do I find out if Polly Woodside is available for my event date?
The best way to find out if Polly Woodside 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 Polly Woodside?
No food or beverage / catering options have been selected for Polly Woodside. 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 Polly Woodside?
There are a steps involved in booking an event at Polly Woodside 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 Polly Woodside 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 Polly Woodside 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 Polly Woodside 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.