Mornington Peninsula in Melbourne
Vignettes of Australian Tourism in Melbourne’s Mornington Peninsula
The Mornington Peninsula area in Melbourne, Victoria, is the proverbial piece of paradise. No self-respecting itinerary on Australian tourism can afford to miss it.
Australian Tourism in the Mornington Peninsula
Everything you’ll need to live the good life is at hand in Mornington Peninsula in Melbourne, Australia. Good food, excellent wine, splendid scenery and long stretch of golden beaches are just the beginning. As you drive away from the city of Melbourne, the landscape slowly changes character and takes on a Mediterranean flavour that might throw you if you were napping in the back seat.
Glimpses of the beach front on one side, hill sides alive with vineyards on the other, interspersed with olive groves shimmering in the golden sun, signal a return to the simple life in the lap of sumptuous nature. Way side markets tempt with baskets of fresh berries and vegetables. Exquisite waterfront cafes invitingly open and comfortably casual, let you surrender to the peaceful ambience without qualms.
Vineyards of Melbourne’s Mornington Peninsula
The Mornington Peninsula is known for its hallmark Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Once you’re here you might be inundated with the wide choices of wine and food you’ll be called upon to select from. About 60 wineries offer wine-tastings in the area. Brush up on your wine-tasting skills as there are ample opportunities to tour the local vineyards and taste the fruit of their labours. The famous vineyards have their own eateries with excellent menus to complement the tipple.
Red Hill
Australian tourism is bedecked with gems such as Red Hill, tucked away in the Mornington Peninsula in Melbourne. This has to be one of the most beautiful spots on earth—scenic, quiet, charming and glowing with the colours of nature. Tall gum trees rule majestically over the vineyards and orchards. Walk along the trails that gently wind their way among them, into more unanticipated pleasures that quickly come your way.
If you’re there on a first Saturday, take away your share of the freshest farm produce from the famous Red Hill Market. You have to be quick for the place is haunted by gourmet chefs who can’t seem to do without the excellent quality organic produce of the Mornington Peninsula. You can even pick your own berries from Sunny Ridge Strawberry Farm. Red Hill has its share of Art Galleries for those that nurse an artistic inclination.
Mornington Peninsula Waterfront
Water sports and beach activities are an integral part of Australian tourism; and in the Mornington Peninsula you have hit the spot. Swimming, sailing, surfing and anything else you can think of...you can do it here. Dolphin spotting and dolphin swims are popular activities you just can’t say no to.
The spectacular views of green hill sides gracefully sloping towards the bay is as much a treat as anything else. Hit the trail and take a walk along the beach for great views and absolute fresh air. A short distance away is the picturesque village of Sorrentino and the delightful Port Philip Bay.
