Quick Details
Weekdays
Weekends
Ferry + Lunch Package
Adult from
A$95
A$ 106
Ferry + Lunch Package
Concession from
A$81
A$ 91
Ferry + Lunch Package
Children (4-16 yrs inc) from
A$47
A$ 54
Ferry only
Infants (0-3 yrs inc)
Free
Free
Ferry + Lunch Package
Groups 10+ please email/call Port Phillip Ferries
A$78
A$ 88
Please Note: Prices are the same for both Atrium and Dinning Room bookings
Grand Day Out Packages
Now available in either the Atrium or the Dining Room offering you a greater choice
Available everyday except Tuesday, choose your preferred seating time
The Grand Day Out Package has been revamped, offering even more flexibility than ever before. You can now choose between dining at the Atrium or the Dining Room at the Grand Hotel, each featuring distinct menus. Previously exclusive to the Atrium, the package now extends to the Dining Room—a charming restaurant located inside the hotel. With its warm ambiance, elegant design, and welcoming atmosphere, the Dining Room offers a delightful experience that is sure to leave you feeling warm and content.
The package begins with a leisurely cruise across Port Phillip Bay from Docklands aboard a modern fast ferry, arriving at the charming seaside town of Portarlington. Standing proudly on the main street since 1888, the historic Portarlington Grand Hotel has recently undergone a stunning renovation, seamlessly blending its rich heritage with modern luxury.
Included in Atrium package
- You return ferry journey from Docklands to Portarlington and back
- Lunch in the delightful open air Atrium area – Your choice of 1 main from the menu
- Either a glass of house wine, a pot of tap beer or a refreshing soft drink
- Access to the After Lunch Shuttle Service > MUST be pre booked online. Limited capacity
Included in Dining Room package
- You return ferry journey from Docklands to Portarlington and back
- Lunch in the revamped Dining Room area of the hotel
- Your choice of 2 of the 3 courses available – Entree, Main or Dessert
Grand Day Out Menus
- Atrium Menu > View and download the menu here >>
- Dining Room Menu > View and download the menu here >>
Availabilities and seating times
| Day of the week | Atrium Times | Dining Room Times |
| Monday | 12.00 pm or 1.30 pm | Not Available |
| Tuesday | Not Available | Not Available |
| Wednesday | 12.00 pm or 1.30 pm | 12.00 pm |
| Thursday | 12.00 pm or 1.30 pm am | 12.00 pm |
| Friday | 12.00 pm or 1.30 pm | 12.00 pm |
| Saturday | 12.30 pm or 2.30 pm | 12.30 pm |
| Sunday | 12.30 pm or 2.30 pm | 12.30 pm |
Groups of 10 or more people
The Grand Day Out offers a nice discount for groups over 10 people however this will need to be manually booked by us. So for groups of 10 or more people, please send a request at least 72 hours prior to travel to info@portphillipferries.com.au or call 03 9514 8959.
Bookings within 48 hours or when unavailable online
In the event you are trying to make a booking within 48 hours of travel, on weekends, public holidays, peak season or wanting to waitlist; Please contact Portarlington Grand Hotel directly on 03 8533 4898 for table reservations and order from the menu. Ferry bookings can be booked separately by clicking here
Menu items are seasonal and therefore are subject to change. Please let us know if you have any dietary requirements in your booking by adding them to the booking comments.
After Lunch Shuttle Service – Atrium
Available for the early Atrium booking only – Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays with limited availability
For us, it’s all about the ‘One Percenters’. Those small little things in life that make a difference and actually add value to your day or experience.
That’s why we’re excited to introduce the After Lunch Shuttle Service, designed for those who have booked the early seating time in the Atrium on a Grand Day Out Package*. Please note: this is not applicable for large group bookings, this is not a pick-up service from the ferry, and child and infant seats are not available.
The After Lunch Shuttle Service runs most weekdays and has a maximum capacity of 8 people. The bus will depart from the Portarlington Grand Hotel after your Atrium lunch and visit a different destination each day of the week (click button below for schedule). The bus will then return to that venue to pick everyone up and drop them back at the Portarlington Pier in time for the return ferry trip back to Melbourne.
* Please note: if you are pre booking this with the Grand Day Out Package you must do this at the time of your online booking and is available on a first-in, first-served basis. This service does not include wine tasting or any other products, and it cannot be booked separately for any other drop-offs outside the set schedule. The bus does not have child and infant seats available.