Guidebook for Rye
Sightseeing
A great place to unwind & relax. Make sure to make a reservation ahead of time.
829 locals recommend
Peninsula Hot Springs
140 Springs Ln A great place to unwind & relax. Make sure to make a reservation ahead of time.
Port Phillip Estate, an architectural landmark & one of the most exciting wine destinations in Australia. With panoramic views over undulating vineyards & the sea, Port Phillip Estate lies on a spectacular site on the picturesque Mornington Peninsula. The Dining Room at Port Phillip Estate is a refined space offering exceptional food and wine. The contemporary cuisine is infused with a strong European sensibility. The menu changes regularly, highlighting the best of the season.
68 locals recommend
Port Phillip Estate
263 Red Hill RdPort Phillip Estate, an architectural landmark & one of the most exciting wine destinations in Australia. With panoramic views over undulating vineyards & the sea, Port Phillip Estate lies on a spectacular site on the picturesque Mornington Peninsula. The Dining Room at Port Phillip Estate is a refined space offering exceptional food and wine. The contemporary cuisine is infused with a strong European sensibility. The menu changes regularly, highlighting the best of the season.
Food Scene
Steam Restaurant
2257 Point Nepean RdChinese, Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options
The famous 'must-have' vanilla slice! I always stop by for a slice when I'm in town.
15 locals recommend
Just Fine Food - Home of Sorrento's Famous Vanilla Slice
25 Ocean Beach RdThe famous 'must-have' vanilla slice! I always stop by for a slice when I'm in town.
Authentic italian pizza & pasta. One of my personal favourites for breakfast, lunch or dinner!
62 locals recommend
DOC Pizza & Mozzarella Bar Delicatessen
22 Main StAuthentic italian pizza & pasta. One of my personal favourites for breakfast, lunch or dinner!
Petit Tracteur
1208 Mornington-Flinders RdSuperb french fare with a wonderful atmosphere.
French inspired seasonal menu on offer for breakfast and lunch. Customers are able to dine at table, taste wines by the open fire, on the sea view deck or under the vines whilst experiencing the rustic country atmosphere of this charming heritage building.
Open 7 days a week
123 locals recommend
Merricks General Store
3460 Frankston - Flinders RdFrench inspired seasonal menu on offer for breakfast and lunch. Customers are able to dine at table, taste wines by the open fire, on the sea view deck or under the vines whilst experiencing the rustic country atmosphere of this charming heritage building.
Open 7 days a week
Shopping
Take a walk down the main street for a variety of clothing, outdoor and lifestyle stores & local eateries.
231 locals recommend
Sorrento
Take a walk down the main street for a variety of clothing, outdoor and lifestyle stores & local eateries.
Entertainment & Activities
Go old school with the Dromana drive-in. Check online for what's showing & movie times.
169 locals recommend
Dromana 3 Drive-In
133 Nepean HwyGo old school with the Dromana drive-in. Check online for what's showing & movie times.
The Wellness Manor is a unique wellbeing and day spa retreat that embraces individual goals for time-out, lifestyle change, wellness restoration and maintenance and sophisticated aesthetic care.
The Wellness Manor
1 Ross StThe Wellness Manor is a unique wellbeing and day spa retreat that embraces individual goals for time-out, lifestyle change, wellness restoration and maintenance and sophisticated aesthetic care.
Arts & Culture
Since its establishment in 1971, Mornington Peninsula Regional Gallery (MPRG) has grown to become one of Australia's leading regional galleries, renowned for its exhibition program of Australian and international art. The Gallery conducts lectures, artist talks and workshops and often has an interactive children's space with hands-on activities for kids.
Extend your visit with a stroll in the nearby rose garden, a picnic in the parklands, a play at one of the nearby beaches or meander down Main Street, the Peninsula’s largest seaside village.
37 locals recommend
Mornington Peninsula Regional Gallery
Dunns RoadSince its establishment in 1971, Mornington Peninsula Regional Gallery (MPRG) has grown to become one of Australia's leading regional galleries, renowned for its exhibition program of Australian and international art. The Gallery conducts lectures, artist talks and workshops and often has an interactive children's space with hands-on activities for kids.
Extend your visit with a stroll in the nearby rose garden, a picnic in the parklands, a play at one of the nearby beaches or meander down Main Street, the Peninsula’s largest seaside village.