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Places to Go

Aquatic & Recreation Centres

Our recreation centres include Pelican Park Recreation Centre, Civic Reserve Recreation Centre, Somerville Recreation & Community Centre, Crib Point Pool and Western Port Gymnastics. Enjoy gym, group fitness classes, personal training, swimming, spa, steam, swim lessons, childcare and children's activities across our Centres.

Cycling, Walking & Horse Riding

There are a number of trails across the Peninsula, shared by horse riders, walkers and mountain bikers.

Historical Groups

Details of the Mornington Peninsula Local History Network's Collections and contacts.

Libraries

Mornington Peninsula Library Service provides a range of services & programs at our Mornington, Rosebud, Hastings & Somerville libraries, while our Mobile Library visits 16 towns each week.

Mornington Peninsula Regional Gallery

Since its establishment in 1971, the regional gallery (MPRG) has grown to become one of Australia’s leading regional galleries, renowned for its exhibitions of Australian and international art.

Mount Martha Public Golf Course

Our Mount Martha Public Golf Course has 18 holes of lush, fully irrigated fairways that await golfers of all standards and a family-friendly atmosphere. Our golf course invites social groups, beginners, pros and everyone in between.

Parks & Reserves

We are proud of our beautiful parks and reserves in the Mornington Peninsula region.

Playgrounds

The Shire has 145 playgrounds around the peninsula with a variety of play experiences and equipment to suit all ages and abilities.

The Briars

Situated at Mount Martha on the Mornington Peninsula, is a beautiful, park known as “The Briars”. Come and discover great food, wildlife, walking trails, picnic and bbq sites, an Astronomy Centre, an Eco-Living Display centre, a farm and more!

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Open from 8.30am – 5pm Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays).

Rosebud Office
90 Besgrove Street, 3939

Mornington Office
2 Queen Street, 3931

Hastings Office
21 Marine Parade, 3915

Somerville Office
1085 Frankston-Flinders Road, within Somerville Library, 3912

Please be aware that CCTV cameras are in operation at a number of Shire buildings, including municipal offices, recreation centres and youth centres.

Mornington Peninsula Shire acknowledges and pays respect to the Bunurong / BoonWurrung people, the traditional custodians of these lands and waters