About Phillip Island
Make your way around Phillip Island and discover the unique seaside settlements and fishing villages, iconic wildlife, stunning coastal landscapes, and international motorsport events. Get up close to the Little Penguins on the beach, come face-to-face with snoozing koalas and cheer on Grand Prix heroes as you savour every inch of Phillip Island, less than two hours from Melbourne.
Sea and seafood
Pick up fresh seafood in San Remo, or cross the bridge to the village of Newhaven to catch your own. Take the kids to Churchill Island, the site of Victoria's first European settlement, or visit the National Surfing Reserve on the south coast of the island to surf big ocean swells at Smiths Beach, Cape Woolamai and and Cat Bay.
Flourishing wildlife
Stroll through the mangroves and spot native bird life around Rhyll Inlet, stand cheek to furry cheek with koalas at the Koala Conservation Centre or watch the penguins cross the sand at dusk at the famous penguin parade on Summerlands Beach.
Surf, sand, sun and fun
Cowes boasts calm north facing beaches, perfect for splashing around with the kids and picnics in the sand. Follow it up with an ice cream and a wander through the myriad of seaside cafes, pubs and restaurants. Join a boat tour to see the colony of fur seals and then head off to see the world famous Grand Prix circuit. Catch major events including the Moto GP and V8 Supercars or rev up on a take a spin on the go-karts.
