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At a glance
Climate
Temperate
Languages
English
Local currency
AUD
(AUD)
Local time
(GMT+11)
Ideal trip length
2–5 days
Cost level
3 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
Cowes
Tap water
Generally described as safe to drink
Tipping
Not customary, appreciated for excellent service
What this place is for
History
95 · Outstanding
Culture
90 · Outstanding
Food
90 · Outstanding
Family
95 · Outstanding
Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.
Food to try
Fish and Chips
Australian Meat Pie
Pavlova
Fresh Seafood
When to visit Cowes
How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.
Best months: January, December
Busiest: Dec-Feb
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Jan90
Warm, sunny, busy
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Feb85
Warm, pleasant
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Mar80
Mild, calm
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Apr75
Cool, clear
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May65
Chilly, quiet
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Jun60
Cold, rainy possible
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Jul60
Coldest, quiet
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Aug65
Cool, windy
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Sept75
Mild, blooming
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Oct80
Pleasant, warming
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Nov85
Warm, sunny
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Dec90
Hot, peak season
Things to do in Cowes
7 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.
Showing 7 of 7 places ·
Best in the morning
1 place
Cape Woolamai Coastal Walk
Cape Woolamai 2.5 hrs
Hike dramatic clifftop trails offering breathtaking ocean views and a surf beach.
Best in the afternoon
1 place
Cowes Main Beach
Cowes 3 hrs
Enjoy swimming, sunbathing, and calm waters perfect for families.
Best in the evening
1 place
Phillip Island Penguin Parade
Summerland 2 hrs
Witness hundreds of little penguins waddle ashore at sunset.
Any time of day
4 places
Koala Conservation Centre
Rhyll 1.5 hrs
Walk among wild koalas in their natural habitat on elevated boardwalks.
Churchill Island Heritage Farm
Churchill Island 3 hrs
Explore a historic working farm with daily demonstrations and beautiful gardens.
Phillip Island Chocolate Factory
Newhaven 1.5 hrs
Indulge in chocolate delights and interactive exhibits at Panny's Amazing World of Chocolate.
Nobbies Centre & Seal Rocks
Summerland 1.5 hrs
Observe a colony of Australian fur seals from boardwalks and enjoy coastal views.
Practical ratings
Our own ratings and key insights for this destination.
Near Cowes
Straight-line distance from the centre of Cowes.
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