About
A free viewing platform where you can see a colony of little penguins return from the ocean at night. Photography is allowed, but flash must be off. Bring a jacket as it gets windy.
Why go
- See wild penguins for free
- A magical wildlife experience
- One of melbourne's best free attractions
Must try
- Watch penguins waddle ashore at sunset
- Photography with no flash
Pro tips
- Book free tickets online every tuesday at 10am
- Arrive 30 mins after sunset for best viewing
- Take a tram from the cbd
- Check if the boardwalk is open after 6pm
Good to know
- Advance booking is mandatory
- Bring a jacket, it gets windy
- No flash photography
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Rating
3.9 / 5 (97 reviews)
Opening Hours
| Monday | 9 am–5 pm |
| Tuesday | 9 am–5 pm |
| Wednesday | 9 am–5 pm |
| Thursday | 9 am–5 pm |
| Friday | 9 am–5 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–5 pm |
| Sunday | 9 am–5 pm |