Diving and marine adventures

Swim with seals or drop a line

With shipwrecks aplenty, great dropoffs and fantastic marine life, the diving in the Bellarine region is great. Closer to shore, you can explore the rockpools, snorkel, paddle and surf. Or charter a...

Festivals

Food, wine, music and fun at festivals on the Bellarine

On the Bellarine you'll find many festivals celebrating great food in general or specific foods (Portarlington mussels, Ocean Grove apples, Wallington strawberries) and also music. A great excuse...

The lighthouses

Fascinating maritime landmarks and shipping history

There are three significant historical lighthouses on the Bellarine Peninsula, which have long been guiding ships through what some sailors claim to be the most dangerous passage of water in the...

Proximity to Melbourne

A short journey from your place to ours with rewards aplenty

The Bellarine Peninsula is so accessible from Melbourne, you'll be checked in and relaxing with a glass of local wine before you know it!

Award-winning wine region

The best of the best ...

Wine on the Bellarine has a long and interesting history. Today the region has a large number of wineries - many boutique and family-owned - creating a large range of wines. Being set on Mt...

Fresh and local seafood

There's seafood all around us!

Catch and cook your own or sit back and be waited on? Eating out of paper and tossing chips to the seagulls or white tablecloths and attentive service? From flake 'n' chips to bouillabase, whatever...

Award-winning restaurants

Our restaurants are grabbing foodie judge's attention

With such fantastic, passionate chefs in our Taste Trail restaurants creating delicious dishes with the Bellarine's great range of fresh seafood and local produce, its no wonder they keep grabbing...

World-class golf courses

More chance for a hole in one!

We have three world-class golf courses within minutes of Barwon Heads - the sensational 'Golf Village by the Sea' - and several other underrated courses on the Bellarine.

Village markets

Browse the fresh local produce and handmade goodies

Every weekend you'll find at least one great local market on the Bellarine Peninsula with an emphasis on handmade goods and fresh local produce.

The legendary Blues Train

A Bellarine entertainment experience

For something decidedly different and entirely enjoyable, Queenscliff's legendary Blues Train is one of Victoria's most spectacular dining and entertainment experiences.

Lonsdale Views wins TripAdvisor prestigious award - 29 June 2013

Congratulations Lonsdale Views for being the 2013 Certificate of Excellence Winner on TripAdvisor.

Extravaganza - Eat Drink Discover - Sunday 14 July 2013

Take your tastebuds on a journey through the countryside of the Bellarine, along the awe inspiring Great Ocean Road,...

Vue Grand Finalists in the 2013 Australian Bridal Industry Awards! - 24 July 2013

The iconic Vue Grand in Queenscliff has again featured in the 15th Annual Victorian Australian Bridal Industry Awards...

New Winemaker for Terindah Estate, new Winery for The Bellarine - 24 July 2013

Terindah Estate owner, Peter Slattery is proud to announce the appointment of Chris Sargeant as the new Winemaker and...

Faulty Towers at the Vue Grand Hotel - 21 September 2013

Be Prepared to be amused and abused!

Forget breakfast at Tiffanys...Try breakfast at Jack Rabbit - 24 September 2013

Jack Rabbit Vineyard are now open for breakfast! Imagine starting the day overlooking the bay while delving into a...

What To Do

Sample Itineraries For:

Food and wine experiences
If food and wine is your focus, you'll be in heaven on the Bellarine Taste Trail.

Wineries
So many prize-winning wineries, so many varieties, cellar door tastings, cafes and magnificent views.

Seafood experiences
Take your pick or try them all - mussels, abalone, squid and local fish, all fresh off the boat.

Families
Family fun features on the Bellarine - so many child-friendly things to do!

Couples
Couples are spoilt for choice of active weekends, lazy ones, partying or relaxing.

Girls' getaways
Great shopping, pampering, cafes, wine tours, gourmet foods and girl time.

Bloke's breaks
Work up an appetite (golf, fishing, surfing) and fill up on local beer, wine and tucker.

Romance
For a romantic weekend or mid-week getaway, top up your love tank.

Quick and organised
Leave it all up to the pros & take a tour or plan ahead & book your activities.

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