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Churchill Island Tickets & Optional Entry to Phillip Island Nature Parks

Melbourne

4.0(252)

Highlights

  • Enjoy entry to Churchill Island, a historic heritage farm with 19th-century buildings, scenic gardens, and daily farming demonstrations.
  • Opt for the 3 Parks Pass to experience three of Phillip Island’s top attractions with one convenient ticket.
  • Witness the famous Penguin Parade from the general viewing platform at Phillip Island National Park as little penguins return to shore at sunset.
  • Visit the Koala Conservation Reserve and stroll treetop boardwalks for up-close views of koalas in their natural habitat.
  • Upgrade to the Penguins Plus option for a premium viewing experience from a limited-capacity platform right next to the penguins’ main pathway.
  • Choose the Underground Viewing upgrade to watch the penguins at eye level from a weatherproof indoor space with floor-to-ceiling glass windows.
  • Make the most of your visit with flexible options to customize your penguin parade experience for comfort and the best views.

Inclusions

  • Entry to Churchill Island
  • Entry to Penguin Parade at Phillip Island National Park
  • Penguin parade from general viewing platform
  • Entry to Koala Conservation Reserve
  • Access to Penguins Plus viewing platform
  • Closest penguin pathway viewing
  • Limited-capacity beachfront stand
  • Access to underground viewing platform
  • Eye-level penguin encounters
  • Weatherproof indoor platform

Cancellation Policy

Tickets for this activity are non-refundable. If you are not satisfied with your experience, please contact us to cancel your booking.

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Your Experience

Your experience

Step back in time and experience nature with a visit to Churchill Island

Enjoy a peaceful escape to Churchill Island, a scenic and historically rich destination just off the coast of Phillip Island. With your entry ticket, explore one of Victoria’s earliest European settlements, featuring a working heritage farm, charming cottages, and sweeping coastal views.

Explore a living piece of history

Wander the walking trails and watch daily heritage farming activities like sheep shearing, cow milking, and blacksmithing. Visit the restored 19th-century homestead and original cottages, beautifully furnished with period antiques. From historic machinery to idyllic landscapes, this self-guided visit offers a relaxing and educational experience for all ages.

Upgrade to the 3 Parks Pass

Enhance your visit with the 3 Parks Pass, which includes entry to these additional Phillip Island Nature Parks attractions:

  • Penguin Parade: Witness the world-famous Penguin Parade from the general viewing platform as hundreds of little penguins waddle ashore at dusk.

  • Koala Conservation Reserve: Stroll treetop boardwalks and spot koalas in their natural habitat while learning about conservation efforts to protect Australia's beloved marsupials.

Penguin Parade upgrades

  • Penguins Plus: Upgrade your Penguin Parade experience with access to the limited-capacity Penguins Plus viewing platform. Located along the most active penguin pathway, it offers the closest and most immersive view of the nightly parade from a secluded beachfront stand.

  • Underground viewing: For an all-weather experience, choose the underground viewing option. Watch the penguins at eye level through large, ground-level windows as they cross just inches from your point of view—ideal for photographers and wildlife lovers.

Whether you stick to Churchill Island or opt for the full 3 Parks experience, this is a wonderful journey into the heart of Victoria’s natural and cultural heritage.

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