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Arthurs Seat Eagle has long been considered a beloved, family-friendly attraction – and there's no denying the hilltop views at the Mornington Peninsula's highest point are the kind that make you immediately grab for your phone. And now we've received exciting news that the sky-high cable car overlooking Port Phillip Bay is set to level up in a big way.
Arthurs Seat Eagle has officially received the green light for a major upgrade – and it should cement the site's status as a year-round tourist drawcard.
So, what’s coming? A brand-new observation tower rising through the treetops, Victoria’s first-ever mountaintop luge (a kind of summer toboggan track), an expanded café and a purpose-built immersive experience centre. In other words, everything you could want for the ultimate day trip.
Inspired by the original summit lookout, the new observation tower will be perched within the canopy and deliver sweeping 360-degree views across Port Phillip Bay, Western Port and the Peninsula’s serrated coastline. If you thought the current vista was impressive, this aims to set a new benchmark for scenic lookouts in the region.
For thrill-seekers (and competitive siblings), the headline act may well be the luge. The first of its kind in Victoria, the mountaintop ride will weave through bushland between the Base and Summit stations, offering a family-friendly rush that lets you experience the landscape at ground level – wind in your hair, brakes at the ready.
Less into adrenaline, more into espresso? The expanded café is slated to become a vibrant hub with a revamped menu, more seating and a refreshed outdoor terrace. Designed to cater to everyone from school groups to long lunches and community events, it’s pitched as an elevated dining experience that encourages visitors to linger a little longer.
Rounding out the redevelopment is a new indoor immersive experience centre. Through interactive displays, sensory installations and educational programs, visitors will be invited to explore the Peninsula’s coastal ecosystems and cultural history – from ancient sand-dune formations to the crashing soundtrack of the foreshore. It’s an attempt to deepen the connection between the view and the stories behind it.
With roots tracing back to the original 1960 chairlift, Arthurs Seat Eagle has long been part of the Peninsula’s tourism identity. This latest evolution – shaped by 18 months of community consultation and a focus on minimal-impact construction – signals a future where big views, big thrills and environmental care aren’t mutually exclusive.
The revamp is set to be delivered in stages over the next few years, expected to all be complete by late 2028. The area will stay open as much as possible during construction – you can stay up-to-date with progress and any closures here.
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