Dromana / Safety Beach

Mornington Peninsula, Australia

Home to Safety Beach, a beach spot on the peninsula.

Places in Dromana / Safety Beach

Point Leo Estate winery restaurant Dining at one of the peninsula's world-class winery cellar doors.
Port Philip Estate cellar door A world-class winery cellar door known for chardonnay and pinot noir.

Best time to visit: March to May and September to November for mild weather ideal for both the hot springs and coastal hiking; hot springs are enjoyable year-round, especially in cooler months.
Getting around: Peninsula Hot Springs and Alba Thermal Springs anchor the wellness side of the region, with winery cellar doors like Point Leo Estate and Port Philip Estate nearby, and coastal walks along Cape Schanck and Point Nepean National Park accessible by car from Dromana's Safety Beach area.
Currency: Australian Dollar (A$)
Language: English. Aboriginal languages are spoken in some communities.
Timezone: AEST (UTC+10, UTC+11 in summer)
Current trends: The Mornington Peninsula's geothermal hot springs, led by the well-established Peninsula Hot Springs and the newer Alba Thermal Springs, continue to put the region on the international tourist map, while its world-class wineries known for chardonnay and pinot noir, and boutique stays like the award-winning Jackalope Hotel, reinforce its position as Melbourne's premier wellness-and-wine escape.

Peninsula Hot Springs district — Home to the largest and most well-established hot springs, offering up to 50 different bathing experiences.
Cape Schanck / Point Nepean National Park area — Offers stunning coastal hikes and walks.