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The Nobbies Centre

1370 Ventnor Road | Summerlands Estate, Phillip Island, Victoria 3922, Australia
61 3 59 512 820
4.0 of 5 stars 29 Reviews
Type: Zoos, Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Owner description: the nobbies centre. Only 5 minutes from the Penguin Parade this spectacular headland offers stunning ocean views and marine discovery centre. View the...... more » Owner description: the nobbies centre. Only 5 minutes from the Penguin Parade this spectacular headland offers stunning ocean views and marine discovery centre. View the world’s largest Australian Fur Seal colony using interactive cameras. Free entry. « less
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Canberra, Australia
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11 reviews 11 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 28, 2012

We visited here twice - once on a good day the other on a wild, wet and windy day. It is amgnificent spot with lots to see inside and out. The blowhole is the biggest let down with not much happening - but maybe that was a timing thing. The views are spectacular and if you're lucky you get to... More

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Melbourne, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 22, 2012

A visit to the island is not complete without visiting the Nobbies at the end of the island. Boardwalks along the cliffs, magnificent views, and coffee and basic food at the cafe. However what 99% of visitors miss is The Boulevard. This is a road that goes along the cliff tops from the Nobbies to the Penguin Parade. To access... More

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Sydney
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 16, 2012

Centre is typical souvenior and meal centre. Interesting camera option to view seals like a web cam. Boardwalks great with te best views. More

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Victoria Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 12, 2012

On Good Friday we decided to take a drive to Phillip Island, stopping off at the Nobbies to enjoy the view. Parking is at a premium, especially on a public holiday but the parking attendant made sure all those who came and went did so with the minimum of fuss. When you step out of your car you have the... More

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Singapore, Singapore
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 1, 2012

Great if you arrive early for your penguin parade and looking for some other things to do. Just 5-7mins drive away from Penguin Parade, gives you a spectacular view. If you're lucky, you may spot otters out on the rocks or even little penguins on the hill slopes! More

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Melbourne, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 28, 2012

Fab views, wild wether at times out there end of the island. Seals to view, educational stuff to read, cafe coffee which is okay. Has an education centre for kids in holidays to do activities. More

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Melbourne
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 22, 2012

Beautiful views great for picture taking. Interesting information provided in the inside education centre. Re seals, penguins etc. Faciliites very clean and inviting. Spent a couple of hours there taking in the views and enjoying a relaxing coffee. More

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Kent
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed February 15, 2012

OK it was blowing a gale and we were looking for something to do to get out of the wind but the Nobbies centre was baffling. A sprange exhibition space was OK but the space allocated to loos was huge and the gift shop by comparison small and bizarrely stocked. I'm sure it would all make more sense when the... More

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Melbourne, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 12, 2012

Crossing the bridge at San Remo gives no clue as to what is ahead. Surfers rushing off to a number of beaches to catch the elusive waves, car and motor bike fans of to the famous race circuit and the nature lovers, here to take in the beautiful coastine, home to seals, sea birds and the famous penguins. At the... More

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gippsland
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed February 9, 2012

Displays and info pretty average, has the potential for so much more, particularly geven its location. More

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