The Mornington Peninsula Things to Do

This racecourse is home to one of Australia's most prestigious events--the Caulfield Cup. While not quite the stature of Flemington's Melbourne Cup, the Caulfield event is targeted by the nation's premier trainers as one of the... more

The home to the race that stops the nation, Flemington Racecourse is the place to be on the first Tuesday in November when Australia's richest horse race, the Melbourne Cup is run. The race attracts the premier thoroughbreds fr... more

Established in 1917, the Moonee Valley Racing Club hosts Australia's best weight for age race on the national calendar, the Carlton Draught Cox Plate. Spectator facilities at the track are probably the best in Melbourne, with t... more

Albert Park is one of the most popular inner city beaches for swimming and sunbathing. Just 20 minutes by public transport from the city center, it is a narrow strip of sand easing gently into Port Phillip Bay's shallow and cal... more

This quaint little cottage may not rival the splendors of other historic homes like Como House, Labassa or Rippon Lea, but it is older than them all. Indeed, at more than 150 years old, it is one of the longest-standing structu... more

Located between the manicured lawns of Birdwood Avenue, is the pretty Shrine Reserve. Come here and have a glimpse at the WWII memorial post. Stand in respect as the Australian Flag is lowered, everyday upon closing. The melodi... more

The Atrium is located next to The Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia in the bustling Federation Square. An architectural delight, it is a gallery-like structure made of glass, metal and zinc and gets its inspiration from the trad... more

Gem Pier which was named after a paddle steamer that once operated between Williamstown and Port Melbourne, is located at the end of Syme Street. This long stone jetty was built in 1838. The original jetty has now been replaced... more

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There's a tradition among Baltimoreans of "going down the ocean" each summer. Now, thanks to this innovative night spot, visitors to the city can participate in that tradition without leaving the comfort of downtown. Pass throu... more