THE 10 BEST Things to Do in Sorrento
Things to Do in Sorrento
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- Wendy S-BMcCrae, Australia86 contributionsMy husband and I went across from Sorrento to Queenscliff for lunch with friends yesterday. The staff are lovely, the new renovations are great especially in Queenscliff. You actually walk off the ferry along a concourse into the ferry terminal and the arrival and departure is so much quicker due to increased efficiency. Even the ferry coming back seemed to have had a facelift. Purchase tickets on line to get a small discount. Super easy. It’s even free parking at Sorrento until the end of October. All round a great experience.
Thanks guys. 👏👏Written 27 October 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - OldjackGreater Melbourne, Australia27,764 contributionsGo to Sorrento Back Beach for the rugged coastline scenery more so than swimming or the sand although there is a pleasant stretch of the latter. Take the walk along the coastline south or north for great views.Written 26 August 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Warren DMelbourne, Australia8 contributionsThe people were Very helpful and informative. The Centre had a wide range of brochures. We will return again when in SorrentoWritten 30 June 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Local178 contributionsShort walk from Diamond Bay to Bay of Islands.
Beautiful coastline and fresh air.
Go for a coffee at Sorrento and then very short drive to the Bay.Written 30 June 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Peter B2 contributionsVery helpful staff. Art caters to a wide range of tastes and price ranges, with both original paintings and sculptures available.Written 18 March 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Judith M266 contributionsThis museum is simply amazing and although only open at weekends ( more volunteers needed to extend this!) make sure you visit when next in the Sorrento village.
Located at the end of the coastal village - next to the historic Watts cottage that recalls the life of early peninsula pioneers- it profiles so many aspects of local history that
Are both known and unknown - from
The piano that accompanied Dame Nellie Melba on one of her many visits to the area — the loss of Australia’s Prime Minister Holt at sea nearby and William Buckley’s connection.
For those lucky enough to dabble in family history and a local connection there is much to be sourced - and for the rest of us - well there’s just so much to explore - and they have a wonderful selection of souvenir items to take home .Written 20 November 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Simon BCity of Greater Geelong, Australia2,675 contributionsSpent a late morning relaxing at Sorrento front beach & shady park foreshore.
Beautiful summertime. Not overly crowded. Coffee, book and kids with calm water play.
Water scenes endlessly scenic and curious. Boats, ferry and those pesky noisy ones LOL.Written 5 February 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Pamela8 contributionsVery enjoyable walk along Millionaires Walk, all residences overlooking the lovely ocean at Mornington Peninsula!Written 3 August 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Travelove5811,272 contributionsAlong the Great Ocean Road trail, there are few such similarly "different" rocks formations (viewpoints/parks). Basically they all have similar landscapes/characteristics but with different rocks shapes & sizes formations. Very similar to New Zealand South Island trail. Nice atmosphere though to appreciate nature in its original forms, unspoilt by developments.Written 30 August 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- roy vTraralgon, Australia4,811 contributionsWe visited the park a couple of times while in the area.
Great place , very spacious and well maintained with good picnic & barbecue areas.
Plenty of things for kids to enjoy with nice clean toilet facilities.
There are lovely views over the bay and it is a good spot to watch the ferry coming and going.
You can read the history of the park and how it came to be , lucky the citizens of years ago decided to keep this piece of land as a green area and not let it be developed into residential. We did some great walks from here ,
Nice to see families enjoying the place .Written 19 July 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Swell TravellerMelbourne, Australia3,769 contributionsI have walked to Point King Beach on two occasions, both via the Millionaire's Walk [see other review]. It is a secluded beach with crystal clear water, a long stretch of golden sands surrounded by high cliffs, some fancy homes, a few wooden jetties and the some pastel-shaded beach huts. A photographers dream.
At the top entrance to the beach there is a historical marker and one of the Artist Trail [see separate review] placards for you to read. On a clear day you can watch the Sorrento Ferry coming and going. You can also watch the locals in their speed boats, the fisherman in their fishing vessels and occasionally jet skiers.
It is a safe place to swim for all ages, but access isn't the easiest, especially for those with mobility issues. There aren't any toilets or shops that I could see in this area.
Great place to visit and in low tide to walk around the cove. Once COVID-19 restrictions are over do yourself a favour and visit this stunning place.Written 1 May 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - roy vTraralgon, Australia4,811 contributionsThe pier is a great place to spend some time watching the ferry come and go to Queenscliff across the bay .
There is a good carpark where you can leave your car for free , the signs say from April to November, the rest of the year you have to pay , handy to know.
The pier can be very busy especially when the ferry is in .
It is only a short walk into the shopping area or to the very nice park directly above the area, well worth a visit.Written 18 July 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - SwimsteveKingscliff, Australia355 contributionsMy Airbnb host suggested I explore this area which was close to her place and as a photographer just loved the stunning rock colours, greens of the bushland and shades of blue in the sea. I spend two hours walking around but will return and to explore for a day. I can imagine it being quite wild and foreboding in the winter.Written 5 January 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- roy vTraralgon, Australia4,811 contributionsWhile in Sorrento we visited this beautiful historic stone church. We were lucky to be able to go in as there were a lovely group of lady’s just leaving from Bible reading.
One terrific lady asked us if we wanted to look inside, when we said yes she got one of the other ladies to open up for us and she came in with us and locked up when we left.
She showed us around and filled us in on the history and more local story’s.
It was very interesting to see the shrine for the 20th. Century Martyrs
You could tell the church built from local stone in 1874 is well cared for and loved by the locals. Beautifull glass windows and a great organ are real features
Thanks to Daphne for being soo nice and sharing the church with us .
A must place to visit in Sorrento.Written 18 July 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - roy vTraralgon, Australia4,811 contributionsOn a nice walk from Rye to Sorrento one comes to Sullivan’s Bay.
A lovely sheltered place with great beach.
This Bay is very historic as it was here that the first settlement was set up in Victoria by the English settlers.
Called the Collins Settlement after Lieutenant Collins who was in charge it only lasted a few months as there was no good supply of fresh water and the soil was found to be very poor .
They moved to Tasmania and settled Hobart, this was about 30 years before Melbourne was settled so this is really where Victoria started.
On the walk above the bay there are good historic sites with plenty of information to readWritten 19 July 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
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- Sorrento Back Beach
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