Port Fairy Visitor Information

Beautiful Port Fairy, one of Victorias oldest ports, has retained much of its colonial architecture. You can discover more about this fascinating place by wandering its historic streets and around the harbour on the Moyne River where the local fishing fleet shelters. The town has safe swimming beaches, excellent walks and boasts a thriving arts and crafts community, with many galleries and studios to visit.  

Moyne River/Wharf Area

Port Fairys waterfront looks like a postcard, with the Moyne Rivers still waters reflecting images of the fishing fleet, pleasure craft, lovely stone buildings and towering Norfolk pines. A stroll along the historic wharf and waterfront reveals much about the town and its fascinating history. It is a lively area, with the fishing fleet often joined by shark, squid and scallop boats, depending on the season.

Griffiths Island Walk

A scenic 400-metre walk to the eastern tip of Griffiths Island leads to the historic Port Fairy lighthouse. The 11-metre bluestone tower stands over the rugged rocky shore where the Southern Ocean breaks. The Griffiths Island Lighthouse was built in 1859 by Scottish stonemasons out of bluestone. The unique stairway is cut with each step being inserted in the next course of stone in the outside wall.

Originally located on an area known as Rabbit Island, the island has since been encompassed by the neighbouring Griffiths Island. Originally a whaling port, historic Port Fairy was a major poin