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Phillip Island is the PERFECT holiday destination for families. There is SO much to see and do. From spectacular Coastline views, abundance of wildlife to those special little penguins!

Great Family Experiences

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national vietnam veterans museum, phillip island

If you haven’t been before, you really should add it to your list - and bring the family! This interactive war museum is home to incredible war memorabilia from all around the world, and is just brimming with Australian history.

maru koala & animal park, grantville

You may have driven past the giant koala sign or seen the big pirate ship on your way to Phillip Island, but Maru Koala & Animal Park in Grantville is a destination in itself!

deluxe safari tent @ park lane holiday park, phillip island

Now THIS is the only way this Mamma will go camping ever again! Luxury Glamping at its finest!

phillip island chocolate factory, newhaven

Sweet Mamma chocolate dreams! Panny’s Chocolate Factory that rests beside the road as you head through the island is a coco-lover’s haven and the kids will be impressed too.

phillip island strawberries, cowes

Strawberry lovers you will be in heaven when you walk into this little netted farm, surrounded by over 4000 plants!

phillip island circuit go karts, ventnor

Take a hot lap around the Phillip Island Circuit track, and take in those incredible views!

verandah retreat, cowes

Life cant get much better than a night at this luxurious family home by the beach!

phillip island wildlife park, cowes

All the Aussie animals you can think of, behind the one gate.
We are talking, kangaroos, wallabies, koalas, emus, echidnas, wombats, bats, tassie devils, dingos, snakes, eagles, cockatoos, lizards, kookaburras, pelicans and more!

antarctic journey @ nobbies discovery centre, summerlands

Take a journey to the Antarctic and learn all about the amazing wildlife and their habitat.

amaze n things, cowes

There are doors and entrance ways that lead to different themed rooms, each one more spectacular and kooky than the next.

pelican feeding, san remo

When 12pm approaches, these guys slowly gather around the foreshore and wait patiently for their lunch to arrive.

big 4 phillip island caravan park, newhaven

Packed with fun for the family and completely affordable, with different options for all budgets.

grumpys crazy golf, cowes

This 18 round course offers some whacky obstacles like giant spinning tops and tyres, and has an assortment of crazy decorations scattered around.

penguin parade, summerlands beach

The Penguin Parade is a MUST DO for any trip down to the Island.

koala conservation centre, rhyll

The Koala Conservation Centre on Phillip Island is quality eco-education - Koalas in their natural habitat with boardwalks allowing visitors to get a closer view.

churchill island, phillip island

An island off an island! Churchill Island is a must do if you have a family and kids learning all the different animal noises.

Delicious Food

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farmhouse kitchen @ churchill island, phillip island

If you are looking for the perfect spot for a family Sunday brunch - or any day really - then you have found it here!

the store, ventnor - phillip island

Make sure you add the family and dog-friendly The Store in Ventnor Phillip to your list next time you visit Phillip Island!

saltwater, phillip island

Saltwater is the first place you see as you cross the bridge into Phillip Island, so it really SHOULD be your first stop! This stunning building is perched on the water overlooking Western Port Bay so it really does have prime position!

wild food farm, rhyll

The cafe is on a homestead surrounded by beautiful bush scenery, even offering small bushwalk trails. The rainforest room is phenomenal!

phillip island winery, ventnor

Mamma loves a winery lunch outing with the family. Gorgeous open spaces, great food and a drop or two of wine. The Phillip Island Winery is definitely one of Mamma’s favourites. Grab a seat in the cozy indoor spaces with sheepskin adorning the chairs, or the outside tables where the kids can run around on the grass.

the pantry, phillip island

ALL the cheese, crackers, sourdough , nuts, meats and fruit that you could want; all great quality and totally delish!

westernport hotel, san remo

A relaxed family friendly hotel with great pub grub and things to keep the kids busy!

san remo bakehouse, san remo

Award winning pies and views of the bay! What could be better than that?! Oh, wait - maybe having a kids corner, free babycinos and a charging station!

The Great Outdoors

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chicken beach @ cowes, phillip island

Here is the perfect location for your next family beach road trip!

woolamai surf beach, phillip island

Mamma is going to call it - THIS is the most stunning stretch of beach in the South!

swan lake trail, phillip island

This is the perfect family walk! It will only take you 20 minutes to follow the trail - there and back - so it’s perfect for those little legs. It’s also pram friendly, too!

forrest caves, newhaven

There really is something so magical here. It’s a mixture of the white sand, the red caves and those huge cliffs - accompanied by the sound of the crashing waves - pure HEAVEN.