We disembarked from our cruise at Gem Pier and had a couple of hours until the last boat back to Southbank.
The old HMAS Castlemaine sits at the end of the historic Pier, the last floating vessel of its kind, restored by volunteers. It's open weekends and public holidays and serves as a floating museum. We didn't go in on this occasion, but hope to visit another day.
Commonwealth Reserve sits on the foreshore of Hobsons's Bay, next to the Pier. A beautiful patch of green grass, shady elm trees and views across the rows of yacht masts to the city in the distance.
In the park, we visited historical sites like the octagonal bluestone Tide Gauge House...
...and the anchor and shackle from the HMVS Nelson.
We watched the seaplane take off and circle the bay...
...feasted on fish'n'chips for lunch and lapped up some Vitamin D, before jumping on the boat back to the city.
What:Gem Pier
Where:Syme St, Williamstown
When: Daily
Why: maritime history, views
How Much: FREE to visit the reserve
Nearby: Cruising to Williamstown
Nearby: Cruising to Williamstown
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