Michael’s Guidebook
Sightseeing
Arthurs Seat Eagle
1085 Arthurs Seat RdGreat views of the bay as you travel up / down Arthurs Seat
Lovely place to visit and fun for the kids and parents.
112 locals recommend
Ashcombe Maze & Lavender Garden
15 Red Hill-Shoreham RdLovely place to visit and fun for the kids and parents.
Searoad Ferries
EsplanadeGreat day trip to Queenscliff
Great walks and views across the channel and opening to Port Phillip Bay. Very historic place to see some of Australia's War history.
144 locals recommend
Point Nepean National Park
Ochiltree RoadGreat walks and views across the channel and opening to Port Phillip Bay. Very historic place to see some of Australia's War history.
Fun Activities
Fun for the whole family, the Enchanted Adventure Garden is the perfect place for wiggly kids to burn off steam
278 locals recommend
Enchanted Adventure Garden
55 Purves RdFun for the whole family, the Enchanted Adventure Garden is the perfect place for wiggly kids to burn off steam
Great place 3for the kids to have fun, particularly when the weather isn't great for the beach!
38 locals recommend
Top Fun
1223 Point Nepean RdGreat place 3for the kids to have fun, particularly when the weather isn't great for the beach!
Peninsula Hot Springs
140 Springs LnVery popular activity. You MUST book as early as possible!
Wittingslow Carnivals Rye
Nepean HighwayGreat for the kids
Great for those who like the water. Caters for all abilities.
36 locals recommend
Moonraker Dolphin Swims
EsplanadeGreat for those who like the water. Caters for all abilities.
Gunnamatta Trail Rides
150 Sandy RdCaters for all abilities
Great drive in that is a bit of a locak icon. Been operating for many years, with three screens and a onsite eatery,
169 locals recommend
Dromana 3 Drive-In
133 Nepean HwyGreat drive in that is a bit of a locak icon. Been operating for many years, with three screens and a onsite eatery,
Peninsula Cinemas
Rosebud ParadeGreat cinema
Local Markets
Red Hill Market
266 Arthurs Seat RdVery popular market
The market is held on the third Saturday of every month from 8am to 12.00pm. Cnr. Boneo Road and Limestone Road, Boneo 3939
17 locals recommend
Boneo Community Market
Limestone RoadThe market is held on the third Saturday of every month from 8am to 12.00pm. Cnr. Boneo Road and Limestone Road, Boneo 3939
Food scene
The sprawling estate now includes an incredible sculpture park overlooking Western Port Bay, a beautiful cellar door space, restaurants (including Laura, which was recently lauded in the 2020 Good Food Guide).
132 locals recommend
Pt. Leo Estate
3649 Frankston - Flinders RdThe sprawling estate now includes an incredible sculpture park overlooking Western Port Bay, a beautiful cellar door space, restaurants (including Laura, which was recently lauded in the 2020 Good Food Guide).
Family owned and operated since 1975, the Mornington Peninsula’s first licensed winery is located off-the-beaten-track in a small vineyard high on Red Hill.
They make premium quality Pinot Noir and Chardonnay for our cellar door guests to enjoy along with warm hospitality and relaxed dining,
in a beautiful bush valley setting.
24 locals recommend
Main Ridge Estate
80 William RdFamily owned and operated since 1975, the Mornington Peninsula’s first licensed winery is located off-the-beaten-track in a small vineyard high on Red Hill.
They make premium quality Pinot Noir and Chardonnay for our cellar door guests to enjoy along with warm hospitality and relaxed dining,
in a beautiful bush valley setting.
Brunch, sandwiches and burgers in a bright, laid-back cafe with offbeat decor and outdoor tables.
Approximate driving time from Capel Sound: 7 minutes
64 locals recommend
Captains of Rye Back Bar
2285 Point Nepean RdBrunch, sandwiches and burgers in a bright, laid-back cafe with offbeat decor and outdoor tables.
Approximate driving time from Capel Sound: 7 minutes
Coffee Shop, with breakfast and brunch served.
Approximate driving time from Capel Sound: 7 minutes
25 locals recommend
Freaky Tiki
2185 Point Nepean RdCoffee Shop, with breakfast and brunch served.
Approximate driving time from Capel Sound: 7 minutes
A large bistro, sports bar, TAB and outdoor area, there is something for everyone at this stylish venue, where you can relax in comfy new plush chairs in the lounge with a coffee in hand, or check out the library of war-time books.
9 locals recommend
Rosebud RSL Club
117 Eastbourne RdA large bistro, sports bar, TAB and outdoor area, there is something for everyone at this stylish venue, where you can relax in comfy new plush chairs in the lounge with a coffee in hand, or check out the library of war-time books.
Casual seaside hospitality with loads of homemade deli food items to eat in or take to the beach. Team that up with all day breakfast and a modern lunch menu selection – all bases are covered! The kids are covered as well with a menu for them that will keep them happy for a while!
9 locals recommend
The Corner Cafe
1455 Point Nepean RdCasual seaside hospitality with loads of homemade deli food items to eat in or take to the beach. Team that up with all day breakfast and a modern lunch menu selection – all bases are covered! The kids are covered as well with a menu for them that will keep them happy for a while!
City/town information
Great city and only around an hours drive down the freeways from Capel Sound.
50 locals recommend
Melbourne
Great city and only around an hours drive down the freeways from Capel Sound.