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10 Top
Locations
To Visit On The Mornington Peninsula
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Introduction

• Just jump away from the bustling Melbourne, one
  will find loads of amazing spots on the
  Mornington Peninsula. These are our absolute
  faves, that you must check out too to take a
  coastal getaway to the Mornington Peninsula.
• We have personally visited these spots and made
  memories around them. Let us take a look at the
  10 hot Mornington Peninsula places to visit, even
  if you are visiting the first time.

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Mount Martha Beach Boxes
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• You have probably heard of the famously colourful
  Brighton Bathing Boxes. Well, they are scattered
  all along the beaches of the Mornington
  Peninsula. Some of our favourites though are
  found along idyllic Mount Martha Beach, a
  pristine beach with vivid turquoise water.
• These things sell for over 400,000 each and
  owners do them up to show them off in their own
  unique way. Youll find rustic to vibrant and all
  things in between, some even have awesome artwork
  on them!

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Fort Nepean
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• Fort Nepean is located at the very tip of the
  Mornington Peninsula and gives stunning views of
  Port Phillip Bay and the wild ocean. You can
  either walk 2.5km from the car park to the
  historic fort or jump aboard a shuttle bus.
• We opted for the walk and it was a fairly easy
  walk even with Ollie in his pram. Youll find
  loads of old forts and gun areas that you can
  explore throughout Point Nepean National Park,
  but be careful walking off track as the signs
  point out unexploded land mines!
• Fun fact, even though miles from the battlefronts
  of WWI and WWII, this fort apparently fired off
  the first shots of BOTH wars! The eager military
  was unable to identify ships both times and after
  giving warnings, sent warning shots.

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London Bridge
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• Located near the end of the Mornington Peninsula
  near Sorrento on the ocean side, you will find
  London Bridge. A unique rock formation not to be
  confused with the similarly named actual bridge
  in London.
• Definitely try to tie in your visit with low tide
  to get down on the beach and explore the rocky
  outcrop!

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Cape Schanck
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• Cape Schanck is like an apocalyptic world and one
  of the best Mornington Peninsula exposure sites.
  Facing out over the wild Bass Strait and open
  ocean you will be faced with insane views. There
  are actually quite a few amazing spots here, and
  its easy to see why its one of the most popular
  spots on the Mornington Peninsula.
• As soon as you get out of the car, a super short
  stroll will have you at the picturesque Cape
  Schanck lighthouse. Continue around the trail and
  there is a lengthy boardwalk and lots of stairs
  down to the beach. However, they look like an
  awesome spot to cool off on a warm day.
• Continuing around the pebbly beach you will come
  to the iconic Pulpit Rock. We spent ages just
  sitting there watching the waves wash over the
  rocky outcrop and recede back to the sea.

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Shelly Beach

• Theres a reason the mega-rich settle in Portsea.
  The beaches are pristine with clear water
  straight from a postcard. Shelly Beach is no
  exception and a great spot to spend the
  afternoon.
• Youll spot a few luxury versions of the
  classic beach huts, with their own private
  jetties. However nobody is usually at them and
  you can pose for a few photos, or maybe spend the
  afternoon there!

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Peninsula Hot Springs
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• The Mornington Peninsula tour is incomplete if
  you dont come here. The Peninsula Hot Springs is
  the only paid item we have on our most useful
  spots on the Mornington Peninsula list. Youll
  find loads of unique pools scattered over a large
  area, scattered amongst a mass of vegetation.
• The coolest is the small hilltop pool, perched on
  top of a hill with epic 360-degree views. Theres
  even a Moroccan style steam room and saunas. The
  Peninsula Hot Springs also has private bathing
  areas for those seeking something even more
  special.
• Be aware this place gets insanely busy, so make
  sure you go early to beat the crowds.

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Balcombe Estuary Boardwalk Circuit

• This tranquil boardwalk is found just off the
  Mount Martha strip. You can walk alongside
  Balcombe Creek on top of a raised pram-friendly
  boardwalk. There are a few picturesque rests
  stops along the way and you will feel like you
  are in the middle of the Aussie bush.
• We try to do this walk often as its super gentle
  but you feel great doing it. Theres also a great
  playground and picnic area at the start of the
  trail.

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Millionaires Walk

• We mentioned Portsea is home to some of
  Melbournes mega-rich. Well, theres even a walk
  named Millionaires Walk. This easy 1.5km walk
  takes you along an epic clifftop edge giving
  dramatic views of Port Phillip Bay and the
  beaches below.
• However, its whats on the land side that is
  equally as impressive, all of the massive
  Millionaires mansions. And wow are some of the
  beauties!

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Arthurs Seat Lookout

• If youre looking for the best vantage point in
  the region, Arthurs Seat can get you sweeping
  views of the entire bay. This is one of the best
  Mornington peninsula photography locations where
  photographers and travel enthusiasts meet. Youll
  twist and turn up the mountain until you come
  across various lookout points.

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Conclusion

• These were our take on the best places in
  Mornington Peninsula. You can also check out the
  things to do in the Mornington peninsula and the
  places to stay if you plan to extend your visit
  for a day or two.