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Hobsons Bay

Hobsons Bay is a picturesque seaside municipality. Here you can find peaceful natural environment, clean beaches, wide streets. heritage buildings, and a diverse choice of restaurants, cafes and shops, connected by bike paths and only 15 minutes from the hustle and bustle of the City.

Hobsons Bay offers breathtaking views of the City skyline; a perfect accompaniment to alfresco dining, leisurely cafe atmosphere or a family outing.

 

Getting There

Travel by ferry from the City, get on your bike and ride, take the train or travel by car.

The Punt will take cyclists across the river from Port Melbourne (Fishermans Bend) to Spotswood, just behind Scienceworks. Commuter service operates Monday to Friday 6.30am to 9.30pm and 4pm to 7pm. Weekend service operates 10am to 5pm. www.westgatepunt.com

Train timetables contact metlink on 131638 or visit www.metlinkmelbourne.com.au

Ferry timetables contact:

Melbourne River Cruises on 86102600 or visit www.melbcruises.com.au

Williamstown Bay and River Cruises on 96829555 or visit www.williamstownferries.com.au

 

Williamstown Literary Festival Friday,

5th and 6th May

Williamstown Town Hall, 104 Ferguson Street.

Now into its 10th year, this celebration of all things literary is a highlight of the cultural calendar of the west. Panels, interviews, workshops, readings, storytelling and all sorts of other treats, in the lovely environs of the beautifully restored Williamstown Town Hall. Ticketing information on www.willylitfest.org.au or email info@willylitfest.org.au for more details.

Red Hot and Cole

4th to 19th May

Williamstown Musical Theatre Company presents Red Hot and Cole. A scintillating mixture of biography, song and dance, celebrating the great American songwriter Cole porter. Held at the Mechanics Institute, Electra Street, Williamstown. For more information visit www.wmtc.org.au

Wallace and Gromit's World of Invention

19th May to 11th November

Unleash your inner inventor and journey through a world of amazing inventions with Wallace and Gromit at Scienceworks! For more information visit www.museumvictoria.com.au/scienceworks

Happy Birthday Peter Rabbit Celebrating 110 Years!

31st May

Celebrate the 110th anniversary of Beatrix Potter's beloved classic with a mischievous musical about the world's most loveable bunny. For more information and bookings visit www.hobsonsbaytickets.com.au 

 

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For feedback and comments please contact the Tourism Officer at Hobsons Bay City Council on (03) 9932 1000 email visitorinformation@hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au