The Must-Sees of Mornington Peninsula

From Melbourne, take a scenic drive southeast. You will reach one of Victoria’s popular tourist destinations, the Mornington Peninsula.
 
Mornington Peninsula is home to several vineyards and wineries. It is Victoria’s top wine-producing region next only to Yarra Valley. Its cellar doors are open to tourists. You can enjoy the picturesque views of the shorelines, gardens and mazes. You can also experience Main Street Mornington as well as the soothing hot springs.
 
Here are the top places to visit in Mornington Peninsula:
 
Mornington’s Top wineries
Mornington Peninsula is well-known for pioneering the production of Pino Noir, Pinot Gris and Pinot Grigio in Australia. Missing the wineries would make your visit to the region incomplete.
 
Visit the cellar door of T’Gallant on Mornington-Flinders Road in Main Ridge. You can swirl a glass or two of their best wines paired with Roman-style pizza. There are several cellar doors you can visit for samples of their wines — Red Hill Estate, Peninsula Galleries, Polperro Winery, Mont Rouge Estate, Montalto, and Main Ridge Estate.
 
Arthur’s Seat and Oliver’s Hill Lookout
Mornington Peninsula is a quaint region with amazing views. Arthur’s Seat is the best place to see the spectacular views of the region; it is the peninsula’s highest viewing point. You can see from on top ocean vistas, gardens and mazes, Bellarine Peninsula, and the glass towers of Melbourne.
 
Another viewing point on the peninsula is Oliver’s Hill Lookout. It is the best viewing platform to see the city of Frankston and the bay. Also, you can walk or run around the area with a calming, quaint, and relaxing natural scenery in the backdrop.
 
Gardens and mazes
Mornington Peninsula is home to gardens, mazes, and theme parks and galleries. Visit McClelland Sculpture Park & Gallery, a 16-hectare estate of landscaped gardens and a gallery showcasing artworks by Australian artists.
 
You could also enjoy the fun at Ashcombe Maze & Lavender Gardens, Australia’s oldest hedge maze in Australiaand the most popular too. Try getting lost in the Lavender Labyrinth, a hedge maze planted to lavenders. Enjoy the delightful scent of lavender as you find your way out of the labyrinth.
 
Seaside bathing boxes
Stroll down the beaches of Mornington Peninsula, colourful bathing boxes adorn the shores. These picturesque boxes have become popular tourist attractions and they can be traced back to the Victorian morality of the past. The boxes have also become iconic, symbolizing Mornington Peninsula’s summertime by the beach.
 
Cape Schanck Lighthouse and Fort Nepean
You can also check out the lighthouse at Cape Schanck that was built in 1859. Standing 21 meters tall, Cape Schanck Lighthouse is located on the southern tip of the peninsula. You can have a guided tour of the lighthouse built from limestone and enjoy the views of the coastlines and the Bass Strait.
 
Fort Nepean was built in 1882 and it served as a defence facility until the end of World War II. It used to protect the narrow entrance to Port Phillip Bay preventing the enemy ships from coming to Melbourne. You can explore the facility, its tunnels and the historic cemetery.
 
Main Street Mornington
If you want a unique shopping or bar hopping experience, then Main Street Mornington lets you peek at what life is like in the peninsula. You can visit the shops and boutiques or try out the great food and drinks at cafes and restaurants, there are plenty of them. At night you can hop from one bar to the next and enjoy the best brew and the best wines.
 
Peninsula Hotsprings
For a calming atmosphere, then check out Peninsula Hot Springs and have yourself a traditional massage or have a dip in the hot flowing mineral water. The hot pools and baths can calm your senses and help normalize the blood flow in your veins. Relax your body and mind and get rejuvenated.