Top Things to do in Williamstown
10 Sights & Landmarks in Williamstown That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Williamstown, Australia including Williamstown Uniting Church, Nelson Place, The Wilkinson Memorial Drinking Fountain, St Andrew's Williamstown Presbyterian Church, Point Gellibrand Heritage Park, St Mary's Catholic Church, Holy Trinity Anglican Church Williamstown, Gem Pier, Williamstown Football Ground, Williamstown mechanics institute.
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1. Williamstown Uniting Church
2. Nelson Place
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6 reviews
Reviewed By 619jeffry - Essendon, Australia
Williamstown is one of the oldest settlements in Victoria. Nelson Place was, for many years, the heart of Williamstown. There is much to enjoy. The most popular feature is HMAS Castlemaine, a corvette built in the Williamstown Naval Dockyards in World War II. For all its travels, HMAS Castlemaine has now returned to Gem Pier, be moored close to where it was constructed. I took one of my friends from Perth, who loved the sea, to go over it every time he visited Melbourne. HMAS Castlemaine is open for inspection, check on opening times, which vary. A modest fee is charged.
3. The Wilkinson Memorial Drinking Fountain
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 22 reviews
Reviewed By 619jeffry - Essendon, Australia
Temperance movements had great influence in the latter part of the 19th Century. They wanted to ban the demon drink. Rev. George Wilkinson, of the Holy Trinity Anglican Church, decided that he would sponsor a water fountain so people could drink water, not grog.This is a fine example of Victorian public architecture, said to be the first memorial water fountian in Melbourne. It is a handsome structure, well worth a look. It's in Nelson Place, not far frorm Gem Pier.
4. St Andrew's Williamstown Presbyterian Church
5. Point Gellibrand Heritage Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 42 reviews
Point Gellibrand has a rich history. It was the site of Victoria’s first permanent settlement and seaport and was crucial to the initial growth of the state. Immerse yourself in Victoria’s colonial past, retrace Ned Kelly’s steps along Battery Road, marvel at the ingenuity of early mariners at Timeball Tower or step back to a time when Point Gellibrand’s piers were the only gateway to a new colony. For the keen bird watcher or nature enthusiast 'The Bay trail' provides a safe and accessible means by which to view this rich landscape by foot or bicycle. There are BBQs, toilet and playground facilities available.
Reviewed By FionaM946 - Williamstown, Australia
This park right on Port Philip Bay is well worth taking a tour. It is un sign posted (sometimes the locals like it not so busy I suspect??) There is a world heritage listed Volcanic Blister just in at the shore. A grave sits waterside of the road - the last remnant of the original Williamstown Cemetery- moved decades ago - rumoured that Ned Kelly as a prisoner built the bluestone walls here. Work at the Seagulls Football ground uncovered an armory battery (for us civilians that's where the cannon balls and ammunition were stored) It has since been buried up as no-one could decide what to do with it. Finally the time ball tower used to drop the ball so people knew it was mid-day. Judging by the number of fishermen along the wall on any given day - the fishing is pretty good here. Abalone poachers can be spotted with torches aglow at night -always something happening in Melbournes oldest Suburb -Willi as the locals fondly call it
6. St Mary's Catholic Church
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 10 reviews
7. Holy Trinity Anglican Church Williamstown
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 13 reviews
8. Gem Pier
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 23 reviews
Reviewed By 619jeffry - Essendon, Australia
Gem Pier is one of Williamstown's highlights. It's virtually in the centre of town. You can take a ferry to Southbank or St Kilda, or you can take a stroll and inspect the veteran warship. HMAS Castlemaine, built during World War II at the Williamstwon Naval Dockyard. HMAS Castlemaine is a corvette, it had a varied career, now it's back close to where it was constructed. This small ship is open for inspection -- check for opening times. Anyone who loves the sea will be fascinated by this naval relic of times past. By the way, you can get a good view across Port Phillip Bay to Melbourne from the end of the pier.
9. Williamstown Football Ground
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By 619jeffry - Essendon, Australia
The Seagulls are Williamstown's football team They are one of the oldest football teams in Victoria, and they have a good record. The oval is near the water, it can get chilly when the wind whips up, but that doesn't keep the loyal spectators away. There's a touch of days gone by, when the fans can still walk to their home oval for a game.
10. Williamstown mechanics institute
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By 619jeffry - Essendon, Australia
The Williamstown Mechanics Institute began construction in 1859. It is a handsome Victorian era building, with a two-storey front. In days gone by, only the wealthy could afford formal education. "Mechanics" -- that is, tradesmen, artisans and other skilled workers -- gained general education and upgraded their skills through access to Mechanics Institutes. By the way, access is limited at the moment as renovations are underway.
