Rye, a coastal town in Victoria, offers a variety of attractions for visitors. The town is known for its safe, sandy, family-friendly beaches, ideal for swimming and boating. The Rye Pier features the 'Octopus’s Garden,' a 200-meter underwater trail for snorkeling, introducing visitors to the local underwater wildlife. Additionally, Rye boasts an impressive ocean beach on the Bass Strait coastline, with magnificent walks along the clifftops that form part of the 25-kilometer Coastal Walk through the Mornington Peninsula National Park. The town also offers geothermal bathing pools, private bathing pools, steam baths, massaging mineral showers, and saunas, providing a relaxing spa experience.
For those interested in history, Rye has a medieval charm with old Tudor buildings, a castle museum, and the Ypres Tower, offering a glimpse into its exciting past as a smuggling port. The town also features a variety of shops, restaurants, and cafes, making it a delightful destination for a day trip or a short getaway. Rye is approximately a 1 hour and 25-minute drive (100 kilometers) south of Melbourne, making it a convenient destination for travelers. The town's main thoroughfare, Point Nepean Road, runs parallel to Rye's main beach on the coast of Port Phillip and is lined with shops, eateries, and accommodation options, including camping along the foreshore. Rye's coastal location and natural attractions, coupled with its historical charm, make it a popular holiday destination, particularly during the summer months.