GET IN TOUCH

• Is there Parking?

Please note, parking is available but will be limited on the day. Public transport & ride share options are recommended.

Parking is available in the main parking area, off Boathouse Rd (located next to the Studley Park Boathouse and picnic area). Additional parking is available further up on Yarra Blvd. A short walk down the hill will be required from this location.

Click here to view travel map.

• If I am not driving, how can I get to the venue?

BY BUS:

Bus number: 200 | 207

Bus Stop: Yarra Bend Park/Studley Park Rd, Kew VIC 3101

A short walk down the hill will be required from this location.

BY TRAIN:
The nearest train station to Yarra Bend Park/Studley Park Rd (Kew) is Victoria Park, a 14 min walk away.                                     

RIDE SHARE:

There is a designated area for Ride Share drop-offs and pick-ups, past the main parking area located next to the Studley Park Boathouse and picnic area.

Where is the best spot to drop off an elderly person so they don’t need to walk very far?  

There is a ride share drop off point located at the entrance to Studley Park Boathouse, from this point there is a short walk to the Conservatory or our outdoor spaces. 

• Do I need to get an Uber? 

It’s not essential but we do recommend ride share or public transport on weekends, there is parking on Studley Park Road which is a 5 min walk from the venue 

• How long does it take to walk from the Studley Road parking to the venue? 

Approximately 5 – 7mins 

• Do you cater for dietary requirements? 

Our menu has a range of options that can accommodate for vegetarian, vegan and gluten friendly diets. Please note all dietary requirements when you are placing a booking, or for any specific dietaries not listed, please reach out to our team to confirm options. 

• What dining options do you have?

Our kitchens are open bright and early with plenty of choice throughout the day. Our breakfast menu runs from 8am -11.30am, followed by Lunch & Dinner served from 11.30 – 9pm.

To find out more visit Eat & Drink.

• Can you tell me about all the different spaces at Studley Park? 

Since it’s renovation, Studley Park Boathouse has many different areas available for our guests to enjoy. The Perch (The Original boathouse café) offers the perfect setting for post walk coffees, breakfast & brunch menu items. It is open Saturday & Sunday from 8am Our Conservatory is the perfect setting for lunch with the girls, a family gathering or a casual mid-week meal. With stunning views of the Yarra, a wide choice of wines & cocktails & an extensive menu of sharing items and main meals. Outdoors– As the weather warms up, our outdoor spaces are the perfect spot for a cold drink, delicious snacks & epic views. Our pavilion, upper and lower decks & pergola open 7days a week from 8am. Although we cannot guarantee exactly where your outdoor booking will be, our team will do their best to accommodate any requests made.

• Is your venue wheelchair accessible?

Yes! Apart from the Perch Café, the rest of our venue is wheelchair accessible. Feel free to give us a call for further information or on arrival request assistance from our hosts.

• Is my dog welcome?

100%! Pooches of all shapes and sizes are welcome in our outdoor spaces, we just ask that they remain on leash. We have water bowls to keep them hydrated & doggie treats on sale on site.

• Is there live music? When is it on?

Yes, we have live music on the Deck Friday from 6pm, Saturdays from 5:30pm and Sundays from 1pm

• Can I buy a gift voucher?

Of Course! You can purchase gift vouchers here

• What are your trading hours? 

Studley Park boathouse is open 7 days a week.  Sunday to Thursday – 8am – 9.30pm. Friday & Saturday 8am – midnight. 

Boat hire is open every day from 9am – 4pm. 

• Do I have to make a booking? 

We do advise making a booking where possible, however we do have walk-in space available, but please be aware during peak season it can get very busy & spots are filled fast.

During weekend trading hours we do offer a waitlist at the door – simple join the walk-in queue and our team will take your details and text you when we have a table available so you get to enjoy a stroll in the park while you wait.

• Can I request a specific location in the venue? 

Our team do take requests for certain seating locations and will do their best to accommodate this for you on the day, however this is not guaranteed. Just make a note in the booking if you would like to request a specific area. 

• What happens to my reservation if it is raining? 

We may need to move your booking to a more sheltered area to accommodate for wet weather, our team will do our best to accommodate through the unpredictable Melbourne seasons. 

• Where can I book if I want table service? 

Our Conservatory is full table service. You can still order via the table QR codes if preferred.  

• Is there shade if it’s hot? 

Most areas are under the shade of fixed to the ground umbrellas, as the sun moves different table will be under shade. Our staff will assist you to find the most comfortable space for you. 

• Where is the best spot to book for large groups? 

For larger groups, we recommend booking inside the Conservatory space. If it was an outdoor space, you were looking for, then the Lower Deck Section is the place for you.