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Rosebud

Victoria, Australia · Oceania

About Rosebud

Rosebud sits on the route: 10 minutes from Tootgarook, 54km from Bells Beach.

Rosebud is a town located in Victoria, Australia. With a population of 14,381, it is an important destination in Oceania.

On a road trip, Rosebud sits in Australia, where you drive on the left. It's in the Australia/Melbourne time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Rosebud to your route.

About Rosebud

Rosebud is a seaside suburb on the Mornington Peninsula in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, approximately 61 km (38 mi) south of Melbourne's Central Business District, located within the Shire of Mornington Peninsula local government area. Rosebud recorded a population of 14,381 at the 2021 census. Rosebud is wedged

Read more between the lower slopes of Arthurs Seat, the shores of Port Phillip and the plains of Boneo. It is a popular tourist resort with families who appreciate its sandy beaches and shallow waters.

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Rosebud offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Rosebud located?

Rosebud is located in Victoria, Australia, Oceania. The coordinates are -38.3554 latitude, 144.9068 longitude.

What is the population of Rosebud?

Rosebud has a population of approximately 14,381 people, making it a town in Australia.

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Quick Information

Population
14,381
Continent
Oceania
Country
Australia
Region
Victoria
Timezone
Australia/Melbourne
Coordinates
-38.3554, 144.9068

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Australia

Police
000
Ambulance
000
Fire
000
Non-emergency police
131 444
Driving side
left

112 works from mobiles. Distances between fuel stops in the outback can exceed 200 km: plan ahead. Wildlife is most active at dawn/dusk.

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Worth the detour from Rosebud

6 notable places within an hour's drive.

racetrack

Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit

Stunning coastal circuit hosting MotoGP and Superbikes with a museum and driving experience centre.

32 km · about 35 min drive

racetrack

Sandown Raceway

A fast, flat 3.1km circuit inside a Melbourne horse racing course, running since 1962 and one of the last surviving old-school Australian touring car venues.

50 km · about 60 min drive

landmark

Luna Park Melbourne

Historic St Kilda amusement park opened in 1912 with its iconic laughing face entrance on the waterfront.

54 km · about 65 min drive

beach

Bells Beach

Australia's most famous surf beach near Torquay at the start of the Great Ocean Road, home of the world's longest-running surfing contest, the Rip Curl Pro, each Easter.

54 km · about 65 min drive

racetrack

Albert Park Circuit

Melbourne's lakeside street circuit, traditional F1 season opener

56 km · about 65 min drive

landmark

SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium

Melbourne's premier aquarium on the Yarra River featuring Antarctic ice displays and an oceanarium with sharks and rays.

60 km · about 70 min drive

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Rosebud.

McCrae

🇦🇺 Australia

2 km awayPop. 2,629

Rosebud West

🇦🇺 Australia

3 km awayPop. 4,904

Capel Sound

🇦🇺 Australia

3 km awayPop. 5,246

Tootgarook

🇦🇺 Australia

6 km awayPop. 2,813

Dromana

🇦🇺 Australia

6 km awayPop. 5,651

Rye

🇦🇺 Australia

9 km awayPop. 9,438

Safety Beach

🇦🇺 Australia

9 km awayPop. 4,587

Saint Andrews Beach

🇦🇺 Australia

10 km awayPop. 1,138

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