Victoria

Victoria is a state in southeastern Australia.
Victoria is Australia's most densely populated state and its second-most populous state overall.

Melbourne

With dramatic contrasts in a compact area, Victoria’s lush bush land, top-notch wineries, spectacular ocean drives, magnificent rain forests, pristine beaches and stylish capital provide for a wide range of Australian experiences.
This is where to go for all the good things in life – beautiful surrounds, fine wine, unique wildlife encounters and Melbourne, for cultural, shopping, dining and event experiences.

 

Regional Selling Points around Melbourne

Melbourne – Major events and culture happenings year around.
Shopping ahead of season for great bargains and value.
Wine, food and dining Mecca.
Small state with easy access to heaps of the best Australian experiences.
Gateway to the most spectacular drive in Australia, the Great Ocean Road.

Melbourne

Walk and shop Melbourne’s lane ways and precincts.
Attend a performance at the Victorian Arts Centre Complex.
Spend a day at world class Federation Square and its Australian Centre for the Moving Image and museum, The Ian Potter Centre.
Attend an event: Australian Tennis Open, Australian Formula One Grand Prix, Melbourne Food & Wine Festival, The Melbourne International Comedy Festival.
Take a daily tour to Phillip Island’s nightly Penguin Parade.
Take a day trip or overnight at Yarra Valley. Taste the fine wines and local produce.
Antique shop or take a steam train ride in the nearby Dandenong Ranges.
Spend some time at one of the world’s largest cricket ground – MCG

 

Beyond Melbourne - Must do Activities
Great Ocean Road

Day trip or take a longer adventure along the stunningly beautiful Great Ocean Road.
Sunrise or sunset picnic at the Twelve Apostles.
Visit the charming villages of Shipwreck Coast.
Explore the rainforest, walk in the treetops of the Otway National Park.
Surf Torquay or relax on the many family-friendly beaches.

Gold Country & Spa Country
Wander through and relive an 1850’s gold rush township at Sovereign Hill in Ballarat.
Tour the lush countryside and natural spas around Daylesford.