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Melbourne

Melbourne

Victoria's capital is a city of style & sophisticati...

Geelong & The Bellarine Peninsula

Geelong & The Bellarine Peninsula

Geelong & the Bellarine Peninsula...

Gippsland Lakes & Wilderness

Gippsland Lakes & Wilderness

Occupying Victoria's eastern corner, Gipps...

Ballarat, Bendigo & The Goldfields

Ballarat, Bendigo & The Goldfields

The discovery of gold in Victoria's ...

Grampians & The Pyrenees

Grampians & The Pyrenees

The Pyrenees - named after the rocky mountains...

Great Ocean Road

Great Ocean Road

The Great Ocean Road region hugs the contours of Victo...

Macedon Ranges & Spa Country

Macedon Ranges & Spa Country

One hour north-west of Melbourne, the rol...

Mildura & The Murray

Mildura & The Murray

The Murray River is one of the longest navigable r...

Mornington Peninsula

Mornington Peninsula

Situated 55km south of Melbourne, the Mornington P...

Phillip Island

Phillip Island

Under two hours drive from Melbourne, Phillip Island is ...

Victorian High Country

Victorian High Country

Located 2,000 metres above sea level, the Victor...

Yarra Valley

Yarra Valley

Immerse yourself in the Yarra Valley, an hour's drive east...

About Victoria

Hugging the tip of the east coast is Australia's second-smallest state. Packed into such a compact area however is a wealth of diverse regional areas and attractions, from national parks and forests teeming with wildlife to wineries, lakes and mountains offering skiing, climbing and hiking. Victoria is a state of scenic contrasts; the red deserts of the far west, the gentle valleys of the northeast, the rugged coastline west of Port Phillip Bay, and the famous Great Ocean Road. Best of all, many of Victoria's unique and varied landscapes are easily accessible as day trips from Melbourne.

Melbourne's melting pot of cultures is reflected in its micro-cosmos of restaurants, cafes, bistros and bars. Fashionable, eclectic and eccentric – Melbourne's dining spots offer a dizzying spread of the world's great cuisines, serving meals from the substantial and classic to the truly exotic. Renowned for its sense of style and elegance, Melbourne boasts glamorous festivals and events, great shopping, a lively passion for eating and drinking, and a flourishing interest in the arts. Beautiful vestiges of nineteenthcentury architecture, built following the discovery of gold, are heady reminders of a prosperous age, while meticulously tended parks and gardens present a therapeutic respite from the pace of city life.

Outside of Melbourne discover the diversity and beauty of Victoria's regions, rich in both human and natural history. From the world-class wineries of the Yarra Valley to the mineral springs of Macedon Ranges and Spa Country, the coastal villages of the peninsulas to alpine towns in the Victorian High Country. Many monuments remain; celebrating the ingenuity of the Aboriginal tribes in the form of cave paintings on rock walls, where nature has created its own great monuments, from the desolate sandhills of the Wimmera, the prehistoric gorges of the Central Highlands, to the volcanic plains of the Southwest and the coastline's spectacular cliffs. Much also remains of the settlers' past: the fine old colonial buildings and villages of Otway-Geelong, the goldfields with their memorial for bushrangers and Kelly Country, domain of the infamous Ned Kelly. Drive along the scenic Great Ocean Road, survey vineyards and farmland from a hot-air balloon, or pull on your walking boots and follow tracks and trails through the Grampians.

Time Zone: Eastern Standard Time (EST)

Tourism Body: http://www.visitvictoria.com


RECENT REVIEWS FOR VICTORIA

The Vista Seafood Restaurant

The Vista Seafood Restaurant Apollo Bay

The Vista is a chic & colourful restaurant with an inviting ambience. Owners Jack & Irene Spanidis pride themselves on impeccable service which is reflected by their friendly, attentive & experienced staff. The Vista is a funky café by day & converts to an elega...

Maze Grill

Maze Grill Southbank

Maze Grill, by Gordon Ramsay, is set to open its doors on the 29th of March 2010 alongside Maze Restaurant. More informal than Maze Restaurant, Maze Grill is modeled on the style of New York’s grill restaurants. Raw steel, rough cut slate, thickly glazed tiles and an open kitchen ...

Maze Restaurant By Gordon Ramsay

Maze Restaurant By Gordon Ramsay Southbank

Maze Restaurant is set to open its doors on the 29th of March 2010. This is celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay's latest project building on the success of its acclaimed UK namesake. Warm tones and natural material & finishes make for a chic and elegant dining room ...

Nara Thai

Nara Thai Laverton

It’ll pay not to walk into just any Thai restaurant in Laverton! Despite its suburban shopping centre location, (opposite the Laverton Medical Centre) Nara Thai attracts a eager crowd of loyal locals, and it’s hardly surprising when you site down to southern spiced, full flavoured d...

The Social

The Social Mornington

The Social is the coolest and sexiest venue on the Peninsula and offers a cosy environment in the beautiful wine bar. With an extensive tapas menu, you can nibble and chat your way through the night with friends. The Social restaurant serves our signature tapas menu and some of t...

Urchin Bar

Urchin Bar Hampton

It’s so easy to love this casual, but earthy Middle Eastern / Mediterranean Style Eating House. Warm colourful surrounds, friendly informal service & a relaxed easy atmosphere encourage you to take your meal slow. Enjoy Smoked Duck Salad with Roasted Autumn Fruits, Tender Lamb, art...

Mornington Peninsula Visitor Information Centre

Mornington Peninsula Visitor Information Centre Dromana

If your visiting Victoria, no doubt The Mornington Peninsula is on your to do. For guidance & recommendations in the region visit the team at the Mornington Peninsula Visitor Information Centre. No shortage of activities, restaurants & wineries i...

Mambo Italiano

Mambo Italiano Essendon

Sure, dining at Mambo Italiano is a more rustic occasion than what you’ll experience at some more ostentatious Melbourne Italian Restaurants, but you are sure to leave with a smile on your face and a whole lot of authentic Sicilian fare in your belly. The down to earth menu may...

Baffetti Ristorante é Bar

Baffetti Ristorante é Bar Werribee

Baffetti Ristorante’s motto is to provide exquisite Italian cuisine with fine dining service. The staff are immaculately dressed in crisp white shirts and black pants with aprons, adding a certain air of professionalism. Three highly experienced and qualified Italian...

Famous Blue Raincoat

Famous Blue Raincoat Newport

What do you get when you mix Parisian bohemia, Indian flavours and a New Orleans groove? Well…you get a Famous Blue Raincoat of course! Named after the song by Leonard Cohen, this funky lounge style bar has all the stress-free character of its namesake. Chill out with a co...

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23 of July 2009 - 23 of July 2010 : Live Entertainment @ A D Ryans Bar & Restaurant

With FREE Live Entertainment on Friday & Saturday evenings where you can kick up your heels to live cover bands or enjoy a lazy Sunday with easy listening live music.

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18 of February 2010 - 18 of May 2010 : Functions @ Mambo Italiano

Come and celebrate your special occasions at Mambo Italiano. Our restaurant can accommodate up to 50 people for a sit down function. We can also cater for cocktail function.

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11 of March 2010 - 31 of May 2010 : Autumn Dinner special @ Bluestone

Enjoy a cocktail and tapas dinner from Monday - Saturday for just $40 pp it includes - 2 designer cocktails from the fill lounge list, share plate for 2- including turkish lamb kofta and more followed...

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15 of July 2009 - 10 of July 2010 : Delight and impress guests at your next function or wedding.... @ Base Eatery

With its breathtaking waterfront location, Base Eatery offers an impressive space for functions of many sizes. Do you need a special venue for a wedding, party, work event or any other special occasio...

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21 of January 2010 - 21 of April 2010 : Open Buffet on the Weekends @ Harambe Restaurant

Enjoy an open buffet on Friday and Saturday nights for $20 pp, this includes vegetarian and non vegatarian options plus rice, salad, and breads. conditions may apply

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17 of March 2010 - 17 of June 2010 : Coming very soon....A new Menu @ 414 Fireflies Mediterranean Tapas Wine Bar

Before the launch of an exciting new menu Fireflies is serving the following Meat seafood or vegetarian Paella eggplant chips with sesame seeds and garlic aioli lamb cutlets with sweet potato mas...

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16 of June 2009 - 16 of June 2010 : Perfect for Families..... @ Moonlight Bay Resort Motel

Self-contained family suites are right next door to Rye bay beach, shops and restaurants....Ask about the family accommodation and local family activities.

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20 of March 2010 : Between The Bays Music Festival @ Mornington Peninsula Visitor Information Centre

Presenting Tex Perkins, Lior, Angie Hart, The Casio Bros, Blackchords, Cousin Leonard, The Fauves & Jordie Lane plus the usual for the Morington Peninsula - food stalls, wineries, free kids entertainm...

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26 of May 2009 - 26 of May 2010 : Latest News - New Cellar Door & Restaurant Open Now @ Bluestone Lane Vineyard

*For Restaurant bookings ph: 03 59897081 * Cellar Door & Sales ph: 03 5989 7055. Bluestone Lane has been distributing their varieties for just over 1 year now, within the Melbourne area, with a fabu...

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26 of June 2009 - 26 of June 2010 : VIP Customer Club @ Baffetti Ristorante é Bar

Join our VIP customer club for FREE and receive:- * Birthday Rewards * Monthly Prize Draw * Free Gym Memberships * Monthly Special Offers To join sign up at www.baffetti.com.au

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30 of November 2009 - 1 of June 2010 : Home Delivery , Takeaway & Specials @ Pinocchio's Pizza Restaurant

Full menu available for Home Delivery and Takeaway including Home Delivery alcohol. Large selection of Traditional & Gourmet Pizzas served on thin crisp base using premium quality local & imported ing...

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27 of March 2009 - 27 of March 2010 : Coach company visits & Group Functions @ Cheese World

Enhance your group experience by including Cheese World on your itinerary. Experienced in catering for large or small groups you will be delighted with what Cheese World has to offer. Cheese World is ...

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15 of March 2010 - 15 of April 2010 : Food & Beverage Calendar of Events 2009-2010 @ Windows Restaurant at The Sebel Albert Park

View our latest calendar of events, showcasing the special dinners, occasions and specials on offer at Windows and throughout The Sebel Albert Park hotel....see brochure below...

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12 - 23 of March 2010 : High Life Art Exhibition @ Sarti

The Hotham Street Ladies (HSL) will present another exotic food-based artwork exhibition. Open Weekdays from midday till 9pm enjoy this free extravaganza!

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4 of June 2009 - 26 of May 2010 : Functions, Meetings & Special Events - sure to impress...... @ Veraison @ Bluestone Lane

Veraison @ Bluestone Lane is ideal for relaxed, yet elegant dining, formal corporate meetings or social functions. For those searching for the perfect venue for a wedding, look no further – Veraison o...

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15 of January 2010 - 15 of April 2010 : Banquet Options are ideal for groups & functions @ Restaurant Soy

Banquet menus start at only $29pp and are a great way to savour an array of our specialty meals at a fabulous price. Refer to the banquet menu for the selection

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22 of April 2009 - 17 of April 2010 : The Rye Hotel and Mornington Peninsula - @ The Rye Hotel

For a view of what’s on offer and for monthly Peninsula event options across the year, click on the link through to the Mornington Peninsula event calendar at www.visitmorningtonpeninsula.org

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9 of July 2009 - 9 of July 2010 : Whats On @ Black Bull Tapas Bar and Restaurant

Watch this space for Black Bull special events! Alternatively you can subscribe to their mailing list at www.blackbulltapas.com.au to receive updates about VIP group parties, special offers, promotion...

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2 of October 2009 - 2 of October 2010 : Why so popular? @ Vicolo Cafe & Risotto Bar

People flock to Vicolo Cafe in Moonee Ponds, for owner Maria's spectacular meals including her amazing gluten free desserts, & her passion for healthy, tasty gluten free meals...Maria's famed dish is ...

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28 of January 2010 - 28 of April 2010 : Flamenco Dance classes @ the Flamenco Performing Arts Studio @ Kanela Flamenco Bar and Restaurant

Join in our famous Flamenco dance classses, starting up again from late Feb 2010 For enquires please e: flamencoproductions@bigpond.com.. see details below...

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