A holiday in the Borough of Queenscliffe is like stepping back in time.
There is no better place to uncover the stories of our historic seaside towns than at the Queenscliffe Historical Museum. Located in the heart of town within the modern Queenscliffe Community Hub, this award-winning, accredited museum brings to life over 150 years of maritime, military, and social history.
What you’ll discover:
- Origins & Environment: Explore the deep connection of the Wadawurrung People to these lands and waterways, and how the sensitive Swan Bay eco-system has supported life for millennia.
- The Queen of Watering Places: Relive the 19th-century "golden age" of tourism when grand hotels and steamships made Queenscliff the premier holiday destination for Melburnians.
- Creating Community: Discover the pioneering families, church builders, and local heroes who transformed a remote outpost into a thriving seaside borough.
Plan your visit:
- Open daily from 11 am to 3 pm.
- Queenscliffe Community Hub, 49 – 55 Hesse Street, Queenscliff.
- Admission: Free entry (donations are gratefully accepted to support the museum's preservation work).
There is plenty more to see and do when you holiday in beautiful Queenscliff.
We also encourage you to visit one of the other fabulous museums in town:
Location
2 Wharf Street, Queenscliff
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are the parks pet friendly?
- Queenscliffe Recreation Reserve, Golightly Park and Victoria Park are pet friendly during the off-peak and shoulder periods, with the exception of Royal Park which does not accept pets at any time.
- The Budget Cabins at Queenscliffe Recreation Reserve is the only pet friendly accommodation.
- Please click here to find out more, and to read the important terms and conditions when bringing a pet to one of the three parks.
What are the booking and cancellation terms and conditions?
- Please click here to see all the booking and cancellation terms and conditions.
- If you have any questions, we welcome you to contact us via phone or email.
Do you have any wheelchair friendly accommodation?
- Yes! There is a Water View Cabin at Queenscliff Recreation Reserve that is accessible, has two bedrooms, a shower with handrails, and an entrance ramp.
Can I book online?
- Yes! It's very easy. Simply click Make A Booking at the top of every page.
- You are also welcome to contact us via phone or email.