Experience Mornington Peninsula | |
It’s a golfer’s paradise, has some of Australia’s best sandy beaches, wineries, beautifully restored mansions and glorious gardens. The Mornington Peninsula, just an hour’s drive from Melbourne, has a special atmosphere and unique attractions.
Along with its immaculate championship and challenging links golf courses, Mornington has Victoria’s only natural hot mineral springs along spa resorts that promise the ultimate in pampering. In Mornington itself don’t miss its quaint bathing boxes that line the shore.
The peninsula is the perfect place to get lost….in one of its many hedge mazes, including Australia’s oldest. If you can conquer these test your navigational skills in the Rose Maze, a world first or in the fragrant Lavender Labyrinth.
Mornington’s spectacular seascapes and hidden valleys have long inspired artists so galleries abound. And there are more than 170 vineyards.
Mornington Peninsula Fast Facts
• Population approximately 17,000
• One hour’s drive from Melbourne
• Victoria’s only region where naturally heated mineral waters bubble up from deep below
• More than 170 vineyards, including 6o wineries with cellar doors
• Renowned for its maritime influenced Pinot Noir and Chardonnay
• Has Australia’s oldest, largest and most famous Hedge Maze
• 25,000 hectares of national parks to explore |
Mornington Peninsula Highlights
Wander through The Briars Historic Park, an 1840’s homestead that houses a world renowned collection of Napoleonic memorabilia.
Explore the essence of Sunnyridge Strawberry Farm, the largest producer of Strawberries in Australia. Pick your own (Nov-May) or be tempted by heavenly berry ice creams while relaxing in the strawberry café.
Take a self-guided tour of the Coastal Arts Discovery Trail. A trail designed to capture the stories, images and ideas that celebrate local culture from past to present. Pick up a booklet at the Mornington Peninsula Regional Gallery, Civic Reserve, Mornington.
No trip to the Mornington Peninsula is complete without visiting Montalto Vineyard & Olive Grove. A family-owned business that operates on sustainable principles, and offers an epicurean journey of five star-rated estate wine, olive oil, Chefs’ Hat restaurant, kitchen gardens and orchards, contemporary sculpture collection and natural wetlands.
Browse boutique shops as you duck between cafés or head to the beaches at Mornington, Sorrento or Flinders. Shop for handcrafted furniture, art and craft, and vintage treasures. Make sure you visit Tyabb Packing House Antiques, Australia’s largest antiques centre.
Try a challenging round of golf in stunning surroundings at Moonah Links Resort. Originally designed to host the Australian Open and features two 72 par courses.
If you are travelling between December and April, each year Frankston’s Waterfront comes alive with Sandsculpting Australia transforming 3,500 tonnes of sand into intricately carved sculptures.
Natural hot mineral springs flow into public pools and private baths at Peninsula Hot Springs. With 10 treatment tables and a relaxation room you can experience pure bliss!
