Bellarine Peninsula
The Bellarine Peninsula brings together all those experiences that make a memorable visit…award-winning wineries, historic seaside villages and great sweeps of magnificent beaches.
Start at Queenscliff, with its grand Victorian architecture, fine old hotels, little fisherman’s cottages and contemporary restaurants, cafes and galleries. Fort Queenscliff dates back to the 1860s, and is a must do. Take a walk along the clifftops, then take in the spectacular views out to Port Phillip Bay.
Along the coast are dozens of other attractions…dolphin swims, scuba diving, fishing and invigorating beach walks from Portarlington to Point Lonsdale. Surfers seek the perfect break at Point Lonsdale back beach, 13th Beach and Ocean Grove, while the river beach at Barwon Heads is very popular with families.
Food and wine fans find plenty to please them, with outstanding wineries, farm gates and local produce. And bring your golf clubs, at the Bellarine Peninsula’s courses are challenging and highly rated.
What’s on – Bellarine Peninsula
Jack Rabbit Winery
A meandering country lane. A majestic Bellarine peak. Rolling paddocks and coastal cliffs. An oasis…
Unrivalled views across the bay to Geelong, the You Yangs and Melbourne. A rich, diverse stable of sophisticated cool climate wines. Contemporary a la carte dining. An intimate coastal ambience and last but absolutely not least…smiles!
Big 4 Beacon Resort
As winner of the 2009, 2010 and 2011 RACV Victorian Tourism Awards for Tourist and Caravan Parks, BIG4 Beacon Resort on the Bellarine Peninsula is proud to be included in Victoria’s Tourism Hall of Fame.
Providing fantastic self-contained family accommodation in Queenscliff, first class caravan and camping options and a friendly, welcoming team sets this multi award winning holiday park at the pinnacle of success.
Located at the entrance to Queenscliff, just 90km South of Melbourne with a short walk to the picturesque beaches of Port Phillip Bay, between the Classic Townships of Queenscliff and Pt Lonsdale. Take a moment out of your busy schedule to rediscover the simple life… where one hour is one hour, one day is one day and your week can stretch in to one long luxurious yawn.
Check out the amazing family cabins, great camping sites, and our huge range of leisure facilities – including our Free Kids Activity program and our heated indoor pool just to name a few.
Oakdene Winery
Our cool climate wines are produced in limited quantities from estate grown Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Shiraz. The wines are elegant, complex and reflect true varietal character.
Oakdene Cellar Door is open daily from 10am – 4pm. Group bookings are welcome by appointment only.
Adventure Park
Adventure Park in Geelong is Victoria’s first water theme park featuring 22 rides and attractions to entertain adults and children of all ages.
Guaranteed thrills, laughter and fun located on 21 hectares of picturesque parkland on the stunning Bellarine Peninsula.
Experience action packed family fun on waterslides, antique carousel, jumping castles, archery, train rides, mini golf, gokarts & waterboats. The park offers guests six food outlets, lawned picnic areas, bbq facilities and undercover pavilions and marquees.
Bellarine Railway
The Bellarine Railway offers visitors a unique opportunity to travel the 16.6km between Queenscliff and Drysdale on a wonderful collection of lovingly-restored heritage trains originating from every state in Australia. The whole family can enjoy the sights, sounds and smells of a bygone era of travel.
Recognised as the oldest Victorian branch line still in operation, the railway provides a great, fun-filled day out for people of all ages. Drysdale station also boasts a heritage room with various railway artefacts and memorabilia stretching back well over a century. The railway has train charter options, steam and diesel train driver experience packages and special programs, such as our Day Out With Thomas events.
www.thebellarinerailway.com.au
The Point Lonsdale Guest House
The Point Lonsdale Guest House has been providing accommodation for over 100 years, combining the old world charm of sea-faring days gone by with the more modern, nautically-inspired motel décor.
Offering a choice of guest house or motel accommodation, both boasting excellent amenities to ensure a comfortable visit, the friendly Point Lonsdale Guest House staff will do their best to make your stay relaxing, comfortable, enjoyable and above all memorable.
Set on a spacious property, the Point Lonsdale Guest House offers free BBQ facilities, an open courtyard, tennis court, solar-heated swimming pool and spa. The fully-equipped kitchen is available to all guests.
http://www.pointlonsdaleguesthouse.com.au/
Queenscliff Harbour
Queenscliff Harbour is a modern marina precinct established in a true Victorian working harbour, so there is always something to see and do. Whether you’re watching the Pilot boats returning from their trips into the rip, or you’re signing on for a dive trip to one of Victoria’s famous historic dive sites. Perhaps you’re just taking it all in from the second story fine dining room located in the restaurant or braving the heights and soaking up the wonderful 360 degree views from the harbour’s very own observation tower.