SURFING As a one-of-a-kind, world-class destination with a rich surfing history and a wave for all kinds of weather and abilities, Phillip Island is home to Victoria‘ s first National Surfing Reserve and some of the best surf spots in Victoria. Phillip Island boasts a range of different breaks, from sheltered bays for beginners to powerful reef breaks; you will be sure to find somewhere that is on.
More advanced surfers should check out the world-class beach breaks at Cape Woolamai, while beginners can head to Smiths Beach and YCW Beach for some fun waves. If you want to learn how to ride your first wave, Island Surfboards Surf School is a great way to learn. If you don‘ t need the basics, you can also hire surfboards, stand up paddleboards and equipment from Island Surfboards at their Cowes and Smiths Beach stores.
PENGUIN PARADE Don‘ t miss your chance to meet Phillip Island‘ s most famous residents! With around 40,000 little penguins calling the Summerland Peninsula home, there‘ s a great selection of eco-friendly tours that ensure your experience with the famous Penguin Parade is one to remember.
OCEAN REACH TAPHOUSE Ocean Reach Taphouse is an independent brewery located in the charming beachside village of Cowes, the main town on Phillip Island. With all of its beer proudly brewed and poured on site, you can choose from an IPA, pale ale, lager or porter. Feeling adventurous? Try one of the taphouse‘ s experimental seasonal flavours like its chocolate fudge stout. While you‘ re there, you can also fill up on a bite from the resident food van which slings wings, burgers and other tasty snacks to satisfy all appetites.
HOTEL PHILLIP ISLAND Located along the central Esplanade in Cowes is Hotel Phillip Island, famed for its food scene by day and party scene by night. Overlooking the island‘ s historic jetty, the hotel allows you to soak up views of Western Port, French Island and the Mornington Peninsula while enjoying classic pub fare.
RUSTY WATERS RESTAURANT
AND BREWERY Rusty Water Brewery Restaurant & Bar is on the road to Cowes, Phillip Island, and is a casual tavern-style experience with great pub food, paddles of beers for tastings, and their own brews on tap.
NORTH PIER HOTEL Located on the Esplanade in Cowes, North Pier Hotel boats water views, classic pub gub and cold beers.
WESTERNPORT HOTEL Looking for live music, great pub meals and a cold beer? Look no further than the Westernport Hotel San Remo. Located at the gateway to Phillip Island, the Westernport Hotel is where you will find top music acts, country hospitality, and a great pub vibe.
THE SAN REMO HOTEL Standing as it does within sight of the Phillip Island San Remo Bridge, with panoramic views of the coast, the San Remo Hotel-Motel is a great pub to enjoy a relaxing drink and gourmet cuisine in their restaurant.
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