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Dromana, Rosebud and Rye

Relaxing on the beach

Rediscover sun-kissed days on summer family holidays at the coastal resorts of Dromana, Rosebud and Rye, and uncover after-dark endeavours at the new wine bars, cafes and golf courses.

The carnival atmosphere
Join the families flocking annually to the southern end of Mornington Peninsula for endless summer days on bayside beaches with their expansive sandbars. Get a kick out of the carnival atmosphere and temporarily increase your adrenaline by surfing or horseriding at Gunnamatta Ocean Beach.

Cosmopolitan wining, dining and sleeping
Rinse off the sunscreen for drinks and dinner in the growing crop of wine bars and cafes along Rye's Point Nepean retail strip.

Choose accommodation to suit your coastal style: return to simple times at a beach campground, or opt for luxury spa accommodation, B&Bs or self-contained cottages.

Above and underwater activities
You're in Mornington Peninsula's 'The Cups' region, so play golf amid the rolling sand hills at The Dunes in Rye, or Moonah Links, home of the Australian Open tournament.

Discover life underwater in The Octopus's Garden marine trail underneath Rye Pier, or delve into the deep on a fishing charter.

Things to do

Peninsula Hot Springs

Peninsula Hot Springs

Soak in the thermal waters and indulge in day spa treatments at the Pensinsula Hot Springs in Rye.

The National

Golf

Take advantage of having five of Victoria's top 10 golf courses at your fingertips.

Mornington Peninsula bayside

Outdoor activities

Have fun in orby the water as you swim, surf, dive a wreck, cast a line, set sail, or ride along a beach.

Stillwater

Stillwater at Crittenden

Balance the kids' activities with an indulgent meal and wine tasting overlooking the lake.

McCrae Homestead

McCrae Homestead and Museum

Experience the region's past with a visit to one of Victoria's oldest homesteads.

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Heronswood

Enjoy sweeping views of Port Phillip Bay and savour lunch fresh from the edible gardens.

Major events

  • Wittingslow Foreshore Carnival - January
  • Dromana Strawberry Festival - January
  • Rye Gift and Southern Peninsula Woodchop - January
  • Dromana Bay LSC Pier Swim - February
  • Colour in the Sky Kite Festival (Rosebud) - March
  • Rotary Art Show - Easter
  • Annual Bonsai Exhibition (Rosebud) - April
  • Rosebud Family Festival - last weekend of November
  • Heronswood Garden Festival (Dromana) - March and November

How to get there

Rosebud is approximately one hour from Melbourne via the Nepean Highway and then the Mornington Peninsula Freeway.