Arthurs Seat Eagle runs 24 gondolas along a one-kilometre cable from the valley floor to the highest point on the Mornington Peninsula, 314 metres above sea level. The ride takes approximately six minutes and opens up views across Port Phillip Bay and the Peninsula hinterland that are not accessible any other way.
It opened on 3 December 2016 after an eight-figure build, and has been fully operational since returning from a brief COVID-era administration period in 2020. Multiple travel publications still list outdated fares: check the current price with the operator before you go.
Tickets (last verified April 2026)
The Eagle is ticketed on a return-trip basis: adult return, child return (3–14) and family return fares, with Companion Card holders admitted free. Fares change: book direct at aseagle.com.au for current prices.
Hours
| Days | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday–Friday | 10am–5pm |
| Saturday–Sunday | 10am–6pm |
| Last boarding | 4:30pm |
Extended during school and public holidays. Verify before visiting, particularly for public holiday dates when hours often change.
Accessibility
All 24 gondolas are wheelchair and pram accessible. Each seats up to eight passengers. Companion Card holders are admitted free of charge. Arthurs Seat Eagle is one of the most accessible ways to experience the Peninsula hinterland views: no walking, no steps.
The Enchanted Adventure Garden
Situated on the same hill (accessed from 55 Purves Road, Arthurs Seat), the Enchanted Adventure Garden is a separate attraction with separate ticketing. It covers 25 acres and includes:
- Four mazes: two hedge mazes, one turf maze, one children’s/spring maze
- Five giant tube slides
- Canopy Walk
- Sky Scramble (children under 135cm)
- 20+ themed gardens including an Enchanted Lake
- Tree Surfing (additional charge: verify at enchantedadventure.com.au)
Entry is ticketed with separate adult (18+) and child (3–17) rates: book direct at enchantedadventure.com.au for current prices. Closed Christmas Day.
Hours: September to April 9am–5pm; May to August 10am–5pm. Verify seasonal hours before visiting.
Combining the visit
Arthurs Seat Eagle and the Enchanted Adventure Garden are on the same hill but are different businesses with different carparks and different entry points. You can do both in a day: the Eagle ride is around 20 minutes return, giving you the morning for the Adventure Garden and the afternoon for other Peninsula activities.
The hill is in the northern hinterland, well placed for:
- Red Hill wineries: Foxeys Hangout, Green Olive, Many Little are 10–15 minutes south
- Ashcombe Maze: 20 minutes south-east at Shoreham
- Peninsula Hot Springs: 25 minutes south towards Fingal
The Arthurs Seat Summit Lookout is also accessible by car or on foot from the eastern summit road: the view from the top is the same you get from the gondola, and it’s free.
Getting there
795 Arthurs Seat Road, Arthurs Seat VIC 3936. From Dromana, follow Arthurs Seat Road up the hill: the Eagle is well signposted. Parking on-site.
Last fact-verified: 22 April 2026.
Prices may change. Confirm current rates directly with the venue or operator before booking.
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Questions readers actually ask
FAQ
How much does Arthurs Seat Eagle cost?
The Eagle is ticketed, with adult return, child return (3–14) and family return fares. Book direct at aseagle.com.au for current prices - Lonely Planet and some other sources still cite an outdated fare. Companion Card holders are admitted free.
Is Arthurs Seat Eagle open?
Yes. Arthurs Seat Eagle is fully operational. It returned to full operation after a brief closure during COVID administration in 2020. Current hours: Monday to Friday 10am–5pm, Saturday to Sunday 10am–6pm, last boarding 4:30pm. Extended during school and public holidays - verify before visiting.
Is the Arthurs Seat gondola accessible for wheelchairs and prams?
Yes. All gondolas are accessible for wheelchairs and prams. Companion Card holders are admitted free. The gondola is one of the most accessible ways to experience the highest point on the Mornington Peninsula.
What is the Enchanted Adventure Garden?
The Enchanted Adventure Garden is a 25-acre garden attraction on the same hill as Arthurs Seat Eagle, accessed from Purves Road. It has four mazes (two hedge, one turf, one children's), five giant tube slides, a canopy walk, and 20+ themed gardens. Entry is ticketed, with separate adult and child rates - book direct for current prices. Open September to April 9am–5pm, May to August 10am–5pm. It is a separate attraction with separate ticketing - not included in the Eagle fare.