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Out & AboutEscape to the Mornington PeninsulaThe Peninsula is embraced by the waters of Port Phillip Bay, Western Port Bay and Bass Strait, offering both bay beaches and surf beaches. Add to that the mix of distinctly Australian native bush lands and valleys of trellised grape vines, it is no wonder that for generations Melburnians have escaped their daily grind to enjoy the kaleidoscope of activities only 60 minutes away.
Mornington's streetscape is rather cosmopolitan with outdoor restaurants, galleries, antique & specialist shops together with historic buildings such as the Old Post Office, Court House, Grand Hotel and St Peters Church & Vicarage.
Add a splash of colour with Street markets held every Wednesday in Main Street. Mornington Racecourse Market operates on the 2nd Sunday of the month and the Food, Wine & Arts Festival held the 2nd Sunday in October every year.
All this caressed with rolling pastures, Lavender fields, rows of trellised vines and you can begin to appreciate the harmonious blend of delights the Northern Mornington Peninsula offers.
The Mornington Peninsula is so diverse; it doesn’t matter what your reason is to visit; or what season you choose, whatever your tastes or preferences. We are an hour from Melbourne, a ferry ride from Queenscliff & the Great Ocean Road or an easy drive from Phillip Island. Being a Peninsula everything is accessible and within a 40 minute drive.
Activities Galore On The Mornington Peninsula
MarketsBrowsing through a market, the aromas, sounds, colours, joy.
Rides Horse rides, trail or ocean beach rides.
Engine rides may be more your style.
Indoors activitiesNo matter what the weather.
NatureProvides some of the best adventures.
HeritageAn adventure in days gone by.
Antiques & Collectables Is it the joy of searching for that particular treasure or the relaxing pace taken to admire timeless pieces? Being passionate for antiques is truly romantic. Tyabb Village is a treasure trove of antiques and collectables, be it fine china, linen or beautiful Victorian, Edwardian or 1920’s furniture and decorative arts. The village is sure to hold you captivated, with 3 antique centres holding more than 80 dealers.
Art GalleriesIgnite your desire with quality art of the Mornington Peninsula. From contemporary and traditional paintings - sculpture - blown glass - hand painted tiles to the wearable art of jewellery, Mohair and Alpaca knitwear.
With around 19 quality galleries the Mornington Peninsula offers you a unique experience and perhaps your desire will be fulfilled with a purchase that will give you pleasure for years to come.
Beaches around Mornington The Australian summer would not be summer without a beach. Mornington offers small, safe, secluded bay beaches, dotted with brightly painted bathing boxes to make a day at the beach picturesque as well as relaxing.
Mills Beach – Mothers Beach - Royal Beach – Scout Beach - Fishermans Beach – Foster Beach – Fossil Beach – Dava Beach – Birdrock Beach – Craigie Beach - Hawker Beach – Mt Martha Beaches.
Food and Wine Experience the flavours of the Peninsula, with so many fabulous restaurants, bars, bistro’s and cafes, you are spoilt for choices. Ranging from fine dining to hotel style meals there is sure to be one to suit both your style and budget.
Many cellar doors offer facilities of restaurants, cafes; light lunches or cheese platters, all have their own personality both in wine and décor ranging from rustic to stylish architectural designs
Special Wine Events: Further details of the events listed below can be obtained from the Mornington Peninsula Vignerons Association website.
Plan your stay & book early for any of these popular events.
Cellar Doors in close proximity to Petit Amour
Tours Getting around can be so much fun when you don’t have to have your head in map.
Amour of the Grape Wine Tours: Award Winning and locally owned and operated, specialising in small groups of 2-6 persons. Enhance your Mornington Peninsula experience, the tour includes tastings at 4 cellar doors, lunch and a glass of wine at a cellar door cafe/restaurant. Pick up and return from anywhere on the Peninsula. Take in the vista of the bay against farming land, the beauty of the beaches, while you savour the aroma, taste and colour of premium award winning cool climate wines. Week end touring may included a visit to Mornington Peninsula Chocolates, Red Hill Cheese, or Red Hill Micro-Brewery.
GardensTake some time out to smell the roses and delight amongst some of the Peninsula’s enchanting gardens, and wonder at the marvels of colour to be found in strawberry and lavender fields.
Golfing on the Mornington PeninsulaIt’s a walk in the park or so it would seem for some, the Peninsula’s golf courses provide spectacular coastal views that make a beautiful back drop for golfers at all levels. Offering around 18 courses within a 40 minute radius and being only 1 hour out of Melbourne you will be teeing off before you know it.
Water Adventures Port Phillip Bay provides water activities for all ages. If you’re young at heart and long for a little adventure, or young and eager to find a thrill, you’ll discover an adventure to quench your desires.
Swim with the Dolphins and frolic with the seals.
Sail on the bay and blow the cobwebs away.
Dive and discover the bay from under the sea.
Go Fishing and tell the tale of the one that got away.
Mornington Peninsula Annual EventsWith so many events on Melbourne's Mornington Peninsula you will be coming back time and time again.
January
February
March
April
Easter
May
June
July
October
November
December
At Petit Amour you will take home Treasured Memories.
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Mornington overlooks Port Phillip Bay and is the Northern Delight of the Mornington Peninsula where visitors begin to gain the feeling of the holiday atmosphere of the Mornington Peninsula.
Toss in walking tracks, BBQ and picnic areas, beaches, fishing off the Mornington Pier, boat launching ramps, Mornington Yacht Club, Mornington Racetrack and Mornington Golf Club.
Seduce your senses, with over 60 cellar doors and more than 170 vineyards. The Mornington Peninsula is a unique maritime wine region providing quality cool climate wines. The temperate climate & gentle autumn lends itself to the production of late ripening, resulting in generosity of fruit with intense flavours, gentle tannins & high natural acidity. 
