Things to do on the Mornington Peninsula

Dotted with stunning beaches, charming towns, rolling vineyards and a host of awesome adventures, the Mornington Peninsula holds a well-deserved place as one of the top places to visit and live in Australia!

So, what are some of the awesome things that make the Mornington Peninsula such a beautiful beach getaway? Let’s take a look at some of them so you know what you want to do when you head down there.

Cuddle koalas at the Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park

What makes the Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park so special is that it’s totally unlike a zoo as many of the animals are able to roam the grounds freely. The sanctuary is home to some of Australia’s most unique species, as well as playing host as a safe haven for some of our most endangered species, too. Here, you can purchase tickets for animal encounters with the likes of cuddly koalas, wobbly wombats, even the critically endangered orange-bellied parrot.

It’s a truly unique and memorable experience, and one that helps continue conservation efforts of one of the things Australia is famous for – our wildlife.

Take a stroll along the Mornington Pier

Mornington is a summer-lover’s dream town, with beautiful beaches, stylish bars and restaurants and plenty of buzz about town. One of the best things to do in Mornington is lazing around the beach before taking a walk up the Mornington Pier, where you get stunning views of the surrounding beach and Port Phillip Bay.

Have a tipple at a winery

The Mornington Peninsula is one of Australia’s top wine regions, with a whopping 50 odd wineries offering up superb drops from their cellar doors. Organise your own winery tour depending on how many you want to visit, with our top picks including Polperro Winery, Ten Minutes by Tractor, the Jackalope and the famous Montalto, complete with a fine dining restaurant, wood-fired pizza and a glorious sculpture walk.

Live the luxe life at the Peninsula Hot Springs

Every Melburnian dreams of the day they laze about the Peninsula Hot Springs, Australia’s first geothermal springs. You can chill around the springs or get all boujee with their spa treatments and wellness activities. It’s the perfect addition to a beautiful, peaceful and serene weekend away on the Peninsula.

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