While wine might be region’s most famous export, there is still plenty to keep non-drinkers occupied on a day trip from Melbourne.
Mornington Peninsula, NSW
Mornington Peninsula is a popular day trip destination for wine lovers, where they can spend the day sampling some of the best Australian wines at cellar doors that dot the area. But if you aren’t a drinker or are just laying off for a while, that’s no reason to avoid the area. Here are our top things to do on the Mornington Peninsula that don’t involve booze.Peninsula Hot Springs
Lay back and relax as you soak up the rejuvenating mineral waters of the Peninsula Hot Springs. Here you will find a range of spa and bathing options in the two facilities, Bath House and Spa Dreaming Centre, centred around the thermal waters extracted from the ground below. Enjoy experiences including the reflexology walk, Turkish bath and spa treatments, or take in the stunning 360 degree views of the Mornington area from the Hill Top Pool.Main Ridge Dairy
The rolling hills and green pastures mean the Mornington Peninsula produces not only premium wines but also dairy products. Make a stop at family-owned Main Ridge Dairy to try their farmhouse goat cheese, made on site at the farm. Make your way through the tasting samples, grab a cheese board to enjoy while you take in the views or purchase any of their dairy products from their retail store.Arthurs Seat
Most days you can see all the way to Melbourne from the Mornington Peninsula’s highest point, Arthurs Seat. You can climb the 304 meter granite hill, but if you’re feeling lazy jump in the Arthurs Seat Eagle, an enclosed gondola that climbs the hill over the trees for unparalleled views of the Port Phillip Bay and surrounding region. Once you get to the top, there are ornamental gardens to wander including Seawinds, which features the William Ricketts sculptures. Kids will love getting lost at the Enchanted Maze Garden or exploring the walking trails around the area such as the 1 hour circuit to Kings Falls.Local beaches
As soon as the weather starts warming up, the Mornington Peninsula becomes a hive of activity with Melbourne locals filling the beaches to make the most of the sunny weather. From wild ocean beaches to sheltered sandy beaches on the bay side, the area is a great place to enjoy the water. No matter what time of the year you visit, make a stop at Dromana Beach to grab a photo with the vibrant bathing boxes that line the shore.Related article: Get Pampered at the Peninsula Hot Springs
Recommended Melbourne Tours: 1 Day Mornington Peninsula Tour with Arthurs Seat
Price: $135
Company: Last Minute Day Tours
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