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, cost $20 million to build, and has been fully operational since returning from a brief COVID-era administration period in 2020. Multiple travel publications still list outdated pricing: the current adult return fare is $32.50, not $30.90.
Pricing (last verified April 2026)
| Ticket | Price |
|---|---|
| Adult return | $32.50 |
| Child return (3–14) | $21.00 |
| Family return | $89.00 |
| Companion Card | Free |
Pricing may change: verify at aseagle.com.au before booking.
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)
| Ticket | Price |
|---|---|
| Adult (18+) | $40 |
| Child (3–17) | $30 |
| 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?
Adult return: $32.50. Child return: $21.00. Family: $89.00 (verify current pricing before visiting — last verified April 2026). Note: Lonely Planet and some other sources cite $30.90 — that figure is outdated. 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. Adult entry $40, children $30. 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.