Frankston

Enter the Mornington Peninsula at Frankston, but don't continue into the peninsula until you've exhausted the city's arts scene, historic homes and gardens and beachfront activities.

Make the most of Frankston's metropolitan facilities. Snap up bargains at the substantial shopping precinct and gorge on the arts at the Frankston Arts Centre, and the McClelland Gallery+Sculpture Park.

Homesteads and gardens
Seek out the views over northern Port Phillip Bay from the lookout at Olivers Hill, the scenic high point of the city.

Discover the Ballam Park French farmhouse, the 1855 home of the Liardet family, and the National Trust-listed Mulberry Hill, former residence of Joan Lindsay, author of Picnic at Hanging Rock.

Identify native plants at George Pentland Botanic Gardens, and spot local fauna at Langwarrin Flora and Fauna Reserve.

Beach stop
Enjoy the seaside ambience along the Frankston foreshore boardwalk, Landmark Bridge and pier. Grab a bite to eat from a beachfront restaurant or enjoy a picnic on the foreshore's continuous stretch of sand.