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Updated Apr 2024
- 8.84.6/5355 ReviewFrom9.37"Tourists can only undertake this walk with a guide and need boat transport to the island. The people that do this are well advertised. The challenge is having suitable weather and sea conditions to conduct the walk. "Phillip Island78km from MelbourneHighlights: Phillip Island, also known as Penguin Island, is an island at the fjord of the Westport Bay in southern Victoria, Australia. There is a Phillip Island Nature Park on the island where you can see koalas, kangaroos, penguins, seals and many other wild animals. It is a veritable animal paradise with views of the beach, wetlands and woodlands.Show Less
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based on 2280 reviews"Absolutely loved this place. Despite it being very windy and cold (see 3rd photo for the reality) it is an incredible spot for sunset in the middle of summer. It gets super busy as it is a tourist hot spot and when it’s a clear summer night you need either need to be patient for a photo or just embrace the insane natural scenery. Parking is free unless it has changed since I have been there (January 2023)."Princetown>100km from MelbourneHighlights: The Twelve Apostles, located in Port Campbell National Park on the Great Ocean Road, is a well-known scenic spot on the Great Ocean Road, attracting a large number of tourists every year. 1. The origin of the Twelve Apostles Rock The Twelve Apostles Rock is actually a rock standing in the sea. It was originally a part of the coastline. After the erosion of waves and strong winds, it gradually broke away. Because these twelve stone pillars are reminiscent of the twelve apostles who followed Jesus Christ in the Bible, they are named "Twelve Apostles". Due to the continued alluvial action of the waves, only seven remain. 2. Gibson Steps There is a well-known step on the way to the Twelve Apostles, called Gibson Steps, which is excavated from the cliff. The steps are 100 meters long, with a total of 86 steps, and it takes about 15 minutes to go back and forth. Steps lead to the beach, but the waves here are rough, not suitable for swimming, but suitable for fishing. The width of the steps is about 1 meter, which is only enough for one person to pass, so tourists with limited mobility should not try it easily. At the end, you can see the endless blue sea and two huge stone pillars. The steps are about a 2-minute drive from the rock, and there is a parking lot nearby. The parking is very convenient. After getting off the car, visitors can go from the Twelve Apostles parking lot through the gravel walking trail to the Gibson Steps. The best time to photograph the Twelve Apostles is in the early morning and at dusk. It is even more shocking to take a helicopter to overlook it. In addition, you can also participate in sea fishing, golf, water sports and other projects here. 3. Although the Twelve Apostles Rock of London Bridge and Arch is the highlight of the Great Ocean Road, there are still many places to play along the Great Ocean Road. Attractions such as London Bridge and Arch are not far away and can be visited together. The arches are suitable for viewing in the afternoon, when the view is bathed in a warm golden sun. Co-located in Port Campbell National Park are the Shipwreck Coast and La Card Canyon, only a 10-minute drive from the Twelve Apostles. Due to the rugged terrain in this area, many shipwrecks have occurred here. The sand here is soft and the views are spectacular, perfect for photography. Arch Island is also nearby, but it collapsed in 2009, which shows the fragility of the coastline.Show Less - 7.54.7/5203 ReviewFrom9.37based on 4969 reviews"Not far from Melbourne, about two hours drive, very original island, we live in Ramada, just opposite the wild reserve, many wildlife come to visit at night. The most famous is to see the penguins return to their nests, very cute, you can see their nests. Very classic attraction"Cowes75.3km from MelbourneHighlights: The Phillip Island Nature Park in Victoria, Australia covers 2750 hectares and is owned by the Victorian government. Its four main parks are Penguin Homecoming, Koala Conservation Centre, Churchill Island Heritage Farm, and Nobis Centre, along with recreational areas such as wetlands, woodlands, and beaches. The park is part of the UNESCO Western Harbour Biosphere Reserve and is a non-profit organization. Income generated from ecotourism activities goes towards protected areas, nature research, and educational programs. The park is home to a wide variety of wildlife, including little penguins, koalas, possums, kangaroos, fur seals, and bats, as well as over 330 species of native plants. The park's wetlands meet the international protection standards stipulated by the Convention on Wetlands. Xialu Beach is the little blue penguin's protected area. Phillip Island is the largest wild penguin protection base in the world. There are over 30,000 penguins inhabiting the island, and 500,000 people are allowed to visit the park annually. Churchill Island is home to a large seal colony, and the Koala Conservation Centre aims to preserve and protect the dwindling koala population on Phillip Island.Show Less
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based on 489 reviews"The koala is very cute. The children like it better. I went there the year before. The zoo is not big. Some koala kangaroos and other animals are more like koalas. Some kangaroos are white. There are many kangaroos."Grantville83km from MelbourneHighlights: MaruKoala and AnimalPark is a zoo created, owned and operated by a private family who take care to ensure you enjoy this wonderful trip. Feed and pet koalas, kangaroos and wallabies, including rare albino animals, and immerse yourself in their joy. During the koala tour, the keeper will take you into the koala living area, and you will have the opportunity to get up close and personal with the koala family and enjoy the one-hour tour. You will have the opportunity to pet and feed koalas, get up close and personal with them and take pictures. See wombats, Tasmanian devils, dingoes, crocodiles and native birds and more. During weekends, school holidays and public holidays, you can enjoy animal commentaries from the breeder.Show Less - 6.84.4/565 ReviewFrom39.17based on 2272 reviews"Good value for money parent-child hot springs, many people, beautiful scenery on the mountain. But it is not the kind of private soup that is out of the film. If you are a couple traveling, it is recommended to choose a niche private soup. This is more like a public swimming pool."Fingal66.8km from MelbourneHighlights: Start a hot spring tour at Mornington Peninsula in Mornington. The hot springs here use deep, mineral-rich groundwater. The water temperature ranges from 36 degrees Celsius to 43 degrees Celsius. More than 20 open-air hot spring pools are hidden among the trees and blend in with the natural environment. One for total relaxation. Don't miss the hot springs on the top of the mountain, it is really a great pleasure to look down at the wilderness at the bottom of the mountain while soaking in the hot springs.Show Less
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FAQ
What are some Best Things to Do near Melbourne?
Some Best Things to Do near Melbourne include:Phillip Island|Twelve Apostles|Phillip Island Nature Parks|Maru Koala and Animal Park|Peninsula Hot Springs
What are some highly-rated Best Things to Do near Melbourne?
Some highly-rated Best Things to Do near Melbourne include:Phillip Island:4.6|Twelve Apostles:4.7|Phillip Island Nature Parks:4.7|Maru Koala and Animal Park:4.4|Peninsula Hot Springs:4.4
Where are Best Things to Do near Melbourne located?
The Best Things to Do near Melbourne are mainly located in:Phillip Island:Phillip Island|Twelve Apostles:Princetown|Phillip Island Nature Parks:Cowes|Maru Koala and Animal Park:Grantville|Peninsula Hot Springs:Fingal
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