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Things To Do In The Area

The Mornington Peninsula is one of Australia's finest cool climate wine growing regions, located on the Victorian coast just 90 minutes from Melbourne.

The area is renowned for its stunning beaches, fishing bays, national parks and golf courses. You can go horse riding along the famous Gunnamatta beach or swim with the dolphins in Port Phillip Bay.

Restaurants, cafes, local markets and antique shops are worth the visit in the charming nearby towns of Portsea and Sorrento.

Cool Climate Vineyards

About 15 minutes from the resort are the Mornington Peninsula Wineries. Many are boutique vineyards, so you may find yourself chatting to the wine maker. The wine grown in the region is receiving accolades from critics, however, the region itself remains unspoiled, the countryside beautiful.

Click here to view our guide to Mornington Peninsula wine experiences.

The Cups Estate

Visit this award winning winery located just next door Peppers Moonah Links. On this beautiful estate you will find a vineyard, cellar door and olive grove. Open seven days a week from 11am to 5pm. For more information visit thecupsestate.com.au

Ten Minutes by Tractor

Ten Minutes by Tractor is one of Australia’s top wineries and one of Victoria’s top 10 regional restaurants (as awarded by Gourmet Traveller). This vineyard is home to three vineyards, an elegant restaurant and cellar door. The restaurant serves a seasonal menu that reflects Chef Stuart Bell’s commitment to the region and to fine, delicate flavours.

The cellar door is open daily and the restaurant is open for lunch Wednesday – Sunday (daily in January) and dinner Thursday – Saturday (Tuesday – Saturday in January). Bookings are highly advised. For more information visit tenminutesbytractor.com.au

Box Stallion

Box Stallion is the Mornington Peninsula’s leader in varietal wines – Shiraz, Sauvignon Blanc, Dolcetto, Pinot Nior, Moscato, Gewurtztraminer, Chardonnay, Arneis and Tempranillo.

There is a “Red Barn” Cellar Door and Restaurant open every day from 11am – 5pm for a relaxed lunch and free wine tasting. There is also live music on Sundays and kids are welcome. For more information visit boxstallion.com.au

Paringa Estate

Awarded James Halliday Australian Winery of the Year 2007, Paringa Estate has a cellar door open daily from 11am – 5pm and there is a restaurant open for lunch from Wednesday – Sunday and dinner Friday and Saturday evenings. The restaurant is open for extended hours over summer. For more information visit paringaestate.com.au

Salix Restaurant

Choose from a formal dining experience or casual bistro meal at Salix Restaurant & Bistro at Willow Creek. At Salix Restaurant you will feel like you a dining amongst the vines and indulge in fresh seasonal produce while the Bistro offers a casual relaxed atmosphere and the opportunity to sample numerous wines.

Salix Restaurant & Bistro is open for lunch seven days a week and dinner on Friday and Saturday nights. For more information visit www.willow-creek.com.au

Wine and dine at Montalto Vineyard & Olive Grove

When it come to fine fine, food, olives, sculpture and nature, Maontalto rewards all visitors. This family run estate offers the experience of a Five Star Holliday-rated estate, multiple award winning wines, the region’s only Chefs Hat restaurant, sought after olive oils and a spectacular collection. For more information visit montalto.com.au

Peninsula Cinemas

View the most recent movies including the best of art house films at Peninsula Cinemas. Enjoy stadium seating, disabled access, hearing aid loop and seniors club. For more information visit peninsulacinemas.com.au

Boneo Maze & Wetlands

Boneo Maze & Wetlands Centre is an eco-tourism complex situation on the Mornington Peninsula and is a ten year dream of owners Rod and Zelma Wright and family.

The wetlands are home to some endangered species like blue bill, freckled duck and the swamp skink which can be seen sunning themselves on logs on hot days along the boardwalk. Echidnas, wallaby’s and tortoises also live in the swamp, but since they are shy creatures, only a lucky few will see them. Boneo Maze & Wetlands Centre is open Monday – Thursday 10am to 4pm and Friday – Sunday 10am to 5pm. For more information visit boneomaze.com.au

Beaches

The Mornington Peninsula has some of Victoria's most stunning bay and surf beaches just 10 minutes from Peppers Moonah Links Resort. Try surfing or just relax and soak up the sun.

Bushwalking

The Mornington Peninsula boasts stunning scenery. You can choose to meander along the many spectacular coastal walks or bushwalk through the beautiful Point Nepean National Park, only 15 minutes away. Point Nepean National Park is home to some of Melbourne’s early colonial history. Here you can explore the forts erected in the 1880’s and later adapted to protect Melbourne during World War I & II.

The Bushrangers Bay Walking Trail is another option extending from Cape Schank Lighthouse to the Bushrangers Bay then joining to Two Bays walking track leading to Port Phillip.

The Rye Hotel

The Rye Hotel is situated opposite the Rye Beach and is every golfers destination after an enjoyable round. There’s 10 cold beers on tap, Sportsbar, fully TAB facilities, beer garden and Bistro with meals available all day. For more information visit ryehotel.com.au

Bush & Beach Horse Riding

Enjoy bush and beach rides as seen on Coxy’s Big Break and Postcards in 2008. This popular two hour bush and beach ride is simply breathtaking. No experience necessary. For more information visit gunnamatta.com.au

Historic Sorrento

Visit the site of Victoria’s first official settlement in 1803. Encompassing a mix of beautiful old limestone buildings this thriving shopping area offers galleries, book shops and cafes. It is also home to the couta sailing club.

Portsea

Portsea is known for its multi-million dollar mansions and one of Australia’s largest and popular beach side pubs.

Tyabb

Antique lover be warned you will not want to leave. In Tyabb you will find over two acres of stores filled with antiques and collectibles. The entire town is one large antique market.

Markets

The Mornington Peninsula is blessed with some fabulous lively local markets. There is a market held somewhere on the Peninsula every weekend from September to May.

Adventures by ferry

From Western Port Bay, you can take an easy passenger ferry ride to French Island or Phillip Island, while from Sorrento there’s a vehicular ferry to Queenscliff and the Great Ocean Road.

Experience Art & Culture

Historic Manyung Gallery, the Peninsula’s largest contemporary art space, showcases the very best of Australian paintings, sculpture and jeweller. View over 200 affordable paintings and sculpture throughout 10 subgalleries and courtyards, with exhibitions changing monthly. Manyung’s ‘sisiter’ gallery, Portsea Art Gallery, is located next to the famous Portsea Hotel. For more information visit manyunggallery.com.au

Passion for Glass

In the beautiful hinterland of Red Hill lies Gordon Studio Glassblowers, an exciting working hot glass studio offering one of the best local experiences. See renowned master glassblowers create fabulous art glass from sand by traditional hand blown methods. For glass collectors, or if you are seeking a really special gift, this is the most fantastic place to browse. For more information visit gordonstudio.com.au

Relax, Go Fishing

Departing from Mornington Peninsula Pier, let Relax Go Fishing’s award winning team take care of everything. Equipment, refreshments and BBQ are all supplied. Prices start from $45 per person for four hours. There are discounts for seniors, pensioners, students and children (5-13 years). For more information visit relaxgoshining.com.au

Food to go

Blue Mini Cafe & Catering are open for breakfast and lunch seven days a week. They also offer a full range of catered menus including hot and cold gourmet platters and hampers. For more information visit bluemini.com.au