Step Out Of Melbourne Into Mornington Peninsula, Where Relaxation And Luxury Collide In A Glass Of Wine

Autumn descends upon Mornington Peninsula in early May—golden vineyards shimmer from a softer sun in the crisp morning air. Fall is an ideal time to visit this dynamic Victorian region, but with annual high temperatures ranging from 56° to 75° Fahrenheit, every season here offers its own magic.

Jutting into Port Phillip Bay, an hour outside Melbourne, Mornington Peninsula has long been a popular holiday escape for Australians. In recent years, morphing from a sleepy beach region to a luxury food and wine hub has landed it the most visited area in Victoria. While the beaches remain serene, interior areas such as Moorooduc, Red Hill South, Merricks North, and Main Ridge hold the key for viticultural paradise—ideal for enotourism.