Phillip Island Visitor Information Centre
Phillip Island Visitor Information Centre
Phillip Island Visitor Information Centre
4.5
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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After advice on accommodation, tickets and things to do on Phillip Island? Stop by our Visitor Information Centre and speak to our local, knowledgeable friendly staff and volunteers for the best things to do, see, eat and special events on Phillip Island. Use our free booking service, Wi-Fi and browse through our range of information on regions throughout Victoria. We also have wide selection of souvenirs, including Australian and locally made products. We sell a wide range of attraction tickets including Penguin Parade tickets. We look forward to your visit!
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Llana H
Perth, Australia105 contributions
Jul. 2023
As with mist info centres, there was a comprehensive range of booklets and pamphlets. The staff were most informative when posed with our questions.
Written 31 July 2023
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Thanks so much for stopping by, glad we were able to help you out.
Written 29 August 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Megan C
Sydney, Australia380 contributions
Mar. 2023 • Couples
The Phillip Island Visitor Centre was chock full of information and the staff member we dealt with was very friendly and helpful. Definitely made our experience easy and helped give us information on things we were unsure about. Recommend stopping here to get information and advice from the staff.
Written 26 March 2023
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Lisa
12 contributions
Jan. 2023
Called in to find out information about Phillip Island. Staff were helpful and asked if we needed any assistance.
Written 20 January 2023
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Hi LisaMaree2023,
Thank you for your review. We love to help visitors get the most out of their visit to the region. We look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit.
Written 29 January 2023
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Joanne P
Mudgee, Australia97 contributions
Oct. 2022
I am so glad we visited the Visitor Information Centre. The wonderful and friendly staff helped us to find $200 worth of vouchers to spend on the island.
Written 5 November 2022
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DipuKV
Pune, India2,186 contributions
Aug. 2022 • Friends
Nicely laid out, the Philip Island Visitor Centre gives you a warm atmosphere and has good facilities. Feels like an oasis of warmth after experiencing the wet and cold conditions outside.
Written 14 August 2022
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LynfromNSW
Brisbane Region, Australia5 contributions
Jul. 2022
Very helpful. We were able to purchase tickets for attractions there. Good place to stop as soon as you arrive on the island.
Written 16 July 2022
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1TraveltheWorld
Alice Springs, Australia12,285 contributions
Nov. 2021
The Philip Island Visitor Information is one of the first places you will pass once you cross the San Remo Bridge and is located on the left-hand side.
As per visiting any new area, it is well worth stopping at the local Visitor Information Centre.
Even if you know a region well, a local who usually volunteers, will always give you many helpful insights on attractions, ticket purchases, hidden gems or even where the best places to eat are.
The usual maps, souvenirs, gifts and local produce are on offer as well as public toilets and a picnic area.
As per visiting any new area, it is well worth stopping at the local Visitor Information Centre.
Even if you know a region well, a local who usually volunteers, will always give you many helpful insights on attractions, ticket purchases, hidden gems or even where the best places to eat are.
The usual maps, souvenirs, gifts and local produce are on offer as well as public toilets and a picnic area.
Written 3 May 2022
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Traveller
Melbourne, Australia15,743 contributions
Nov. 2021
My wife and I stopped here to get maps and have a short rest during our recent holiday in Phillip Island.
We have been here many times over the years, but our previous visit was in 2014. We decided it was time for another visit, especially after six Covid lockdowns in Melbourne.
This place is always clean and well maintained.
We have been here many times over the years, but our previous visit was in 2014. We decided it was time for another visit, especially after six Covid lockdowns in Melbourne.
This place is always clean and well maintained.
Written 13 November 2021
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Sharlsandco
Melbourne, Australia165 contributions
Apr. 2021
Great all abilities accessible ramp, building is clean and well kept with information boards outside about Phillip Island, and busts of Aussie grand prix winners.
It really does depend on what staffer you get on the day about how helpful they will be. The staffer we got was adequate but getting information from him was akin to getting blood out of a stone (maybe he was simply having a bad day). He had the wrong date on our penguin parade night, fortunately, the penguin parade staffer (supervisor) sorted that out on the night so we could still get in. When I returned and asked for the receipt to be redone with the correct dates, (for regional travel voucher claim), another staffer was very willing to get this done for us.
Lots of pamphlets and the like, and some very expensive souvenirs, (made in China), available for purchase.
It really does depend on what staffer you get on the day about how helpful they will be. The staffer we got was adequate but getting information from him was akin to getting blood out of a stone (maybe he was simply having a bad day). He had the wrong date on our penguin parade night, fortunately, the penguin parade staffer (supervisor) sorted that out on the night so we could still get in. When I returned and asked for the receipt to be redone with the correct dates, (for regional travel voucher claim), another staffer was very willing to get this done for us.
Lots of pamphlets and the like, and some very expensive souvenirs, (made in China), available for purchase.
Written 4 May 2021
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Tim O
Pascoe Vale, Australia12 contributions
Nov. 2019 • Family
Attended to get some ideas for our little family get away. Lovely, knowledgeable staff. Lots of handy brochures. Really clean baby change facilities as well.
Written 17 November 2019
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Marcus S
Simpsonville, SC8 contributions
Clothing? Will be visiting the penguin attractions the first week of February. Recommended attire? Warm? cool? Wet?
Glenn H
2 contributions
Hi there. As the Penguin Parade is outside, it can get a little chilly with a sea breeze, it is a good idea to bring along a jacket and a rug to sit on. Please be sure to pre-purchase your tickets which are available at the Phillip Island Visitor Information Centre open 7 days per week. Hope you have a fabulous time on the Island and look forward to seeing you in February.
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