While this is a regional art gallery, it doesn't necessarily mean that the art isn't particularly…read moregood, because it is. Mind you, like a lot of the regional galleries that I have visited they tend to show case artworks from local residents, and the collection in this gallery certainly did emphasise the Mornington Peninsula. The other thing I particularly liked about the place was that it was free entry, but then again a lot of these galleries are also free. Yeah, this place is pretty good, and the works are forever changing as well, so you can visit multiple times and always find something new.

The Mornington Regional Gallery has a great programme of exhibitions, but today we visited to view…read morethe Archibalds which rotate around our regional galleries. eg last year Tarrawarra. Del Kathryn Barton won this year with a painting of Hugo Weaving but you will find a favourite with so many to choose from. The lovely Asher Keddie was painted by her lover, Vincent Fantuozzo which captured the "in love" glowing face. I liked Michael Zavhros painting called "Bad Dad" with inferences of Caravaggio. But you make up your own mind. Better to go during the week if possible as weekends are very busy. It's the best $12 worth.

Great experience to wander and see what Australian gardens offer. The volunteers are excellent and…read morefriendly and show great interest in their gardens.

If you are nearby you need to visit here. It is free to enter…read more They have stunning exhibits and you could easily spend a full day here. We came on the off chance as we noticed a brown sign on the freeway. With big information signs outside we were learning before we entered. The Australian desert garden is gorgeous. There is an awesome play area for the kidlets and even an area to wade in the water which our little one loved. A hidden treasure that everyone needs to visit!

Miceli's winery was one of my favourite experiences in Mornington. We had a very intimate tasting…read morein the wine shed at the vineyard and left with a mixed dozen of some of the nicest Pinot Noir & Chardonnay you can find in Victoria. Absolutely stunning wine from this family owned winery.

Wow.You just dont come across service like THAT anymore. Food and atmosphere were spot on. Really…read moreimpressed. Wifey and I decided to drop in (tantrum kids in tow!!) after hearing it has apparently re opened. (Some friends of ours had mentioned the calamari!) We will certainly be back soon. Its a quirky, warm cafe/coffee spot, with a cool bar and a solid little menu. Breakfast and lunch. No dinner unfortunately. (We had lunch- the rissotto and the calamari - both great tasting, perfect sizes and very affordable!!) There seemed to be only one waitress working the day we visited and although the place was busy, this didnt seem to have any affect on the service at all. She definitely made us feel welcome and went above and beyond in regards to my wifes dietary concerns. (even going out of her way to look after our kids!) Genuine, good old fashioned service. There's a Lovely garden to walk through too and plenty of room for kids to muck about without feeling like you're annoying others diners. Thankyou, We will be back.

I dine quite averagely at Steeples. One of the best gourmets I have had was the roast of the day…read moreand calamari rings w/ garden salad. The best time of dining was garlic bread. Funny thing is, me and my bestie refer to it as a 'the manna from heaven', because it is. At most points, my parents look at children and see their story like how they told the waitress about a big spider in the play room. Bloody hilarious!

This was an average experience. I got served a drink and got my order taken quite quickly but then…read moreit was over and hour before I got my meal. Steeples has a diverse menus, and good food, but waiting times are just abit to much effort

One of the best galleries in the Bellarine Peninsula, it houses wonderful and ever-changing…read morepaintings, jewellery, glass vessels and pottery by local Bellarine Peninsula artist. The range is vast I recommend checking out their website where you can see a selection of each artists current works. Some of them do amazing landscapes, standouts for me include Amanda Hyatt and Hugh Guthrie. Robert Holcombe does amazing modernist abstract outback and bush landscapes that resemble shapes and shadows . Paul Margoscy does amazing amazing paintings of birds that are so lifelike with the backgrounds out of focus so much so you expect the birds to fly out from the paintings! Yeah they look like photographs that's how realistic they are. I know I banged on about landscapes but the other artists have their own subjects as well such as seascapes, nudes and still lives as well as contemporary art. The art glass is always brilliant to look at and the silver jewellery is very classy yet artistic at the same time. Best of all, sign up to their mailing list to stay up to date with their changing exhibits. Everything is for sale of course and I'm advised art is a good investment but choose wisely. Seaview Gallery has done some leg work for you by curating a stable and reputable body of local artists that capture the essence of the Bellarine lifestyle in all their works. They regularly have exhibition launches with evenings and weekend demonstrations by the artists involved so how nice is this if you have planned a romantic weekend away and slip this event in as well? Although the ownership has changed hands a few times, the gallery has maintained its reputation and always has something beautiful to see. Highly recommended especially if you are in Queenscliff for a visit.

Great Gallery! Lovely selection of artists. Generous, kind and knowledgeable curator and manager!…read moreThank you Colleen Kenwood!

Amazingly accurate destiny readings. Brilliant free healing in at J11 Dandenong Market as well.read more

One of my favorite wineries in the area (I'm a bit partial to Italian wines). Their wines are super…read morefun and really unique. The staff are very friendly. Overall a great experience. Tasting is free.

The Quealy name is synonymous with Morning Peninsula wine, and for good reason - Kathleen is a…read morewine star, a quirky grounded character with great passion for what she does, an eye for the interesting, an innovator and eccentric wine genius. You might not love their whole selection but you'll agree that they are interesting, from the labels to the flavours. A place we take visiting friends to show off some of the regions very best. Oh - and love the dog too.