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Fairfield Park Boathouse & Tea Gardens

Fairfield Park Dr, Fairfield VIC 3078, Australia

Recommended by 47 people

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Find Fairfield Park Boathouse & Tea Gardens

Fairfield Park Dr, Fairfield VIC 3078, Australia

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+61 3 9486 1501
HoursMonday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Thursday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Friday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Saturday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM Sunday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Fairfield Park Boathouse & Tea Gardens

Perched right on the Yarra's edge—bushland quiet just minutes outside the city grid. Weekend crowds target the tiered river terraces, pocket a buzzer at the counter, and split warm Devonshire tea scones with jam. The multi-level setup means carrying your tray up and down the stairs, but the tree canopy over the water bend makes the climb worth the trouble. Fuel up on eggs benedict or a lunch burger, then head down to the docks to take a rowboat out by the hour.

  • Riverside Boat Hire: Rent a classic rowboat, canoe, or kayak directly from the riverside landing for an hourly paddle along the river bend.
  • Terraced Riverside Grounds: Expect a relaxed self-service buzzer setup across multiple tiers of open-air terraces shaded by gum trees.
  • Scones & Cafe Classics: Known for generous Devonshire tea service with fresh scones alongside burgers, brunch plates, and hot coffee.
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Why Guests Choose Fairfield Park Boathouse & Tea Gardens

Discover the historic charm, riverside leisure, and scenic open-air dining of Fairfield Park Boathouse—reserve your table today.

  • Integrated River Boating and Waterside Dining

    Visitors can seamlessly pair breakfast, scones, or tea with on-site hourly rowboat, canoe, or kayak rentals directly from the historic river landing.

    Rowing was a fun experience on the gentlemens rowing boats.

    Si Noble

  • Bushland Trails Paired with Classic Teahouse Refreshments

    The venue's setting along the Yarra River allows guests to connect fresh scones and cafe meals with scenic riverside bushwalks and local wildlife.

    Enjoyed traditional scones and a bushwalk following our activity.

    Andrew Saint

  • Relaxed Milestone Celebrations by the River

    Expansive riverside seating and attentive pacing make the boathouse a reliable venue for hosting relaxed family milestone breakfasts and festive brunches.

    We had brunch for Mother's Day which was a busy day for the team and they did an incredible job to welcome us and ensure our drinks and meals were served with minimal wait time.

    Lucille Manuele

  • Dedicated Spaces for Private Functions

    Dedicated private rooms equipped with individual bars and dedicated service staff ensure milestone birthdays and special events run smoothly.

    Our private room had its own bar and attendant staff, the food (lunch) was delicious and served promptly as requested.

    Diana Harrison

  • Pet-Friendly Parkland Setting

    Surrounded by open parklands and trails, the outdoor terraces offer a stress-free environment for guests dining alongside their dogs.

    Fairfield Boathouse is the perfect escape for a slow day out with your furry best friend

    Javier Duarte D

  • Accessible and Accommodating Hospitality

    Spacious outdoor layouts, ramps, and hands-on staff support provide an accommodating atmosphere for wheelchair users and support outings.

    The waiter that served me went above and beyond to assist me from the second I got there.

    Jackson Evans

Signature offerings and waterside activities most celebrated by visitors

  • Rowboat Hire

    the highlight for us was the row boat hire, from which to fully appreciate it.

    Andrew Saint

  • Traditional Scones

    Scones were delicious 10/10

    Destiny Nepe-apatu

  • Canoe Hire

    We hired a canoe and the team member Simon was Absolutely Amazing.

    Denise McGann

  • High Tea

    Experienced the high tea inside the house with beautiful views of the Yarra. Great value for price with bubbles.

    Chris van Bakel

Other favorites

Sweet treats, warm drinks, and casual bites to complement your time by the river.

  • Chocolate Brownies

    They make THE BEST Chocolate Brownies ive ever had in my life!! OMG they are incredible!

    Narelle Curr

  • Hot Chocolate

    hot chocolate was very rich and delicious.

    Si Noble

  • Pancakes

    the pancakes were superb too.

    Jackson Evans

  • Toasties

    toasties were all very enjoyable

    Si Noble

Frequently Asked Questions

How does ordering and food pickup work?

Fairfield Boathouse runs on a counter-order and self-service model. You order at the counter, receive a buzzer, and collect your meals and beverages from designated pickup stations across the multi-level terraced venue.

Can you rent boats directly at the venue?

Yes. Visitors can hire rowboats, canoes, and kayaks directly at the riverside boat shed on an hourly basis to take out onto the Yarra River.

Can you make a reservation, or do you take walk-ins?

Yes, the venue accepts bookings and also accommodates walk-ins, though peak weekend times can involve queues to order and wait for self-service items.

Where do visitors park, and how is the walk to the boathouse?

Vehicular parking is available near the grounds, with about a 3-minute walk down to the boathouse. The path involves an incline between the parking area and the tiered riverside establishment.

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