The peninsula is a boot-shaped promontory of land that curves south of Melbourne, forming the eastern shore of Port Phillip Bay. Surrounded on three sides by Port Phillip, Western Port Bays and Bass Strait, it provides Melbourne with some great ocean beaches that includes a crescent of bayside beaches. Indeed, it is Victoria’s oldest and most popular holiday destination, being less than an hour drive from Melbourne.

The region includes rich hinterland that boasts scenic views of pastures and farmland, fruit orchards and rolling hills covered in vine-yards. Today, this district features over 100 vineyards and over 30 cellar door, this coupled with the many restaurants produce a perfect place to plan a holiday and enjoy the ‘good things in life’.

For additional information drop into the tourist visitor centre. For Mornington Peninsula accommodation click here.