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Victoria
Climb aboard one of the modern Swiss-built gondolas on this iconic chairlift to enjoy an all-encompassing view stretching as far as Melbourne's city skyline and even to Mt Macedon. While most opt for return tickets, the trek back down (45 minutes) is along a steep but scenic route through state forest.
The base station is at 1085 Arthurs Seat Rd in Dromana; you can start your journey there or from the summit.
15.32 MILES
One of Victoria's major tourist draws, this evening parade of little penguins (Eudyptula minor) showcases the world’s smallest, and probably cutest,…
15.29 MILES
Commanding expansive ocean views, this windswept national park on the peninsula’s western tip was a seasonal base of its traditional owners, the Boon…
Mornington Peninsula National Park
10.01 MILES
Stretching from Portsea along a long sliver of coastline to Cape Schanck and then inland to the Greens Bush area, this national park showcases the…
7.51 MILES
One of the largest vineyards on the peninsula, Pt. Leo Estate has a magnificent setting overlooking Western Port Bay. Its winery complex is state of the…
14.5 MILES
Developed with the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF), this cutting-edge multimedia exhibition has a spectacular location on the southwest tip overlooking…
Mornington Peninsula Regional Gallery
9.74 MILES
One of Victoria's most impressive regional galleries, the MPRG has a permanent collection focusing on the cultural heritage of Mornington Peninsula as…
23.63 MILES
Set up by a local family who know their stuff, this gin distillery produces everything on-site and has a tasting room to sample the goods, accompanied by…
23.27 MILES
Regarded as a sacred site by its traditional owners, this island is connected to Phillip Island by a bridge near Newhaven. Excavated middens suggest that…
0.73 MILES
Located a short drive inland from Dromana, this scenic nature reserve spread over 572 hectares is named after its summit at Arthurs Seat (372m) – where…
0.84 MILES
As well as its remarkably well-clipped hedge mazes, you can partake in tube slides, a canopy walk, a rope scramble obstacle course for kids, a 3D indoor …
2.85 MILES
This apple orchard produces a number of biodynamic ciders that you can sample in its simple cider lounge ($10 per flight).
4.44 MILES
This 30-year-old winery may be known for its cool climate wines, but it's also winning over fans with its range of Hix beers. Stop by to sample both at…
4.52 MILES
Established in 2005, this popular microbrewery produces small batch craft beers (golden ale, pilsner, wheat beer, scotch ale and more) that can be sampled…
5.85 MILES
Several mazes, mini-golf and adventure activities, such as bungy tramps and a rock-climbing wall, are on offer at this theme park, as are boardwalks…
7. Ashcombe Maze & Lavender Gardens
6.33 MILES
Very touristy, this place has a number of mazes, including a circular rose maze. The fields of lavender bloom in summer.
7.51 MILES
One of the largest vineyards on the peninsula, Pt. Leo Estate has a magnificent setting overlooking Western Port Bay. Its winery complex is state of the…