Activities on Churchill Island
Churchill Island boasts a range of walking and cycling trails free to enjoy, as well as daily farming activities and digital quests around the Heritage Farm. Come explore the island and it’s natural beauty!
Churchill Island is currently open from 10am – 4pm daily.
Ranger Tours (weekends only) include Churchill Island history and bandicoot talk
Farming activities include whip cracking demonstrations (daily) and working dogs (weekends only)
Billy the Border Collie’s Digital Quest
Help Billy the Border Collie round up his sheep! Begin by scanning the QR code on the welcome sign in the visitor’s centre, then head out to find the sheep on small signs throughout the historical precinct.
Walking Trails
- Churchill Island loop: 4.5kms – 2 hours – moderate
- North Point loop: 2kms – 1hour – easy
- Wadjil’garook Wetland: 1km inside the entrance. Follow the paths to learn about Aboriginal culture and view wetland birds.
Churchill Island Café
Soak in the tranquil surroundings and picturesque bay views at the Churchill Island café, a perfect place for a relaxing tea or coffee, an indulgent cake or pastry, or a freshly cooked breakfast, jam-packed with locally sourced produce. Gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan options are available. Breakfast bookings are recommended.
Getting to Churchill Island
By car: Phillip Island is located 90 minutes drive from Melbourne. Allow a further 10 minutes from the bridge to get to Churchill Island. Free car parking on site.
By bus: Public transport is limited on Phillip Island. V-line operates a bus to Phillip Island’s main town, Cowes, from Southern Cross Station in Melbourne city.
Please note that the V-line bus does not go to Churchill Island.
By taxi: Contact Phillip Island Taxis to arrange transfers on Phillip Island.
Tours and Transport: Contact a Visitor Information Centre in Melbourne or on Phillip Island for tours and transport options
Tickets and bookings
Ticket options
- Adult (16 years+) – $13.70
- Child (4-15 years) – $6.85
- Family (2 adults and 2 children) – $34.30
- Australian Pensioner (ID required) – $9.55
Save with a 4 Parks Pass
Visit all four attractions: Phillip Island’s Penguin Parade, Koala Conservation Reserve, Antarctic Journey and Churchill Island Heritage Farm, for a discounted ticket price.
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