Coast & islands · Australia
Phillip Island
Island in Victoria, Australia
About Phillip Island
Phillip Island is an Australian island about 125 km (78 mi) south-southeast of Melbourne, Victoria. The island is named after Governor Arthur Phillip, the first Governor of New South Wales, by explorer and seaman George Bass, who sailed in a whaleboat, arriving from Sydney on 5 January 1798. Phillip Island forms a natural breakwater for the shallow waters of the Western Port. It is 26 km (16 mi) long and 9 km (5.6 mi) wide, with an area of about 101 km2 (40 sq mi).
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Questions about Phillip Island
Where is Phillip Island?
Phillip Island is in Australia. The nearest city is Melbourne, about 78 km away.
Is there a ready-made trip plan near Phillip Island?
Yes. The 3-day Melbourne plan is about 78 km away. You can open it and change it as you like.
How can I plan a trip to Phillip Island?
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