Victoria Travel Guide
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.
Regions of Victoria
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Melbourne
Victoria's capital is a city of style & sophistication, with an inviting cosmopolitan atmosphere. The old-wo...
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Geelong & The Bellarine Peninsula
Geelong & the Bellarine Peninsula have all the ingredients that make for an unforgettable get...
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Gippsland
Occupying Victoria's eastern corner, Gippsland covers a vast and diverse landscape ranging from unspoilt beaches to e...
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Ballarat, Bendigo & The Goldfields
The discovery of gold in Victoria's central region over 150 years ago has left a rich and la...
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Grampians & The Pyrenees
The Pyrenees - named after the rocky mountains that straddle the border between Spain and France. These Au...
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Great Ocean Road
The Great Ocean Road region hugs the contours of Victoria's rugged south west coast and offers visitors one of...
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Macedon Ranges & Spa Country
One hour north-west of Melbourne, the rolling hills and farmland of Daylesford and the Macedon Ranges...
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Mildura & The Murray
The Murray River is one of the longest navigable rivers in the world, stretching 2,700 kilometres from the mou...
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Mornington Peninsula
Situated 55km south of Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula is the perfect destination for a weekend away. Ever...
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Phillip Island
Under two hours drive from Melbourne, Phillip Island is renowned for being home to the Australian Motor Cycle Grand ...
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Victorian High Country & Goulburn Valley
Located 2,000 metres above sea level, the Victorian High country is a scenic two-hour driv...
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Yarra Valley
Immerse yourself in the Yarra Valley, an hour's drive east of Melbourne, where ancient mountain ranges meet vineya...
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Yagiz
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Mercato @ Daylesford
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Wild Cattle Creek Estate Restaurant
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Tulum Restaurant
Tasting is believing at Tulum Restaurant where Turkish cuisine is given a fine dining makeover thanks to the revival of classical Ottoman dishes. Homed on Carlisle S...
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Shompen Dining Room
Perched along the bustling street of Rathdowne in Melbourne’s bohemian suburb of Fitzroy, you’ll find Shompen Dining Room. Enter from the tree lined street curb to ...
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QT Kitchen
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Harry's on the Esplanade
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Syracuse Restaurant & Wine Bar
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Verandah Retreat Phillip Island
Hamptons-style accommodation, minutes from the beach, awaits at Verandah Retreat on Gordon Street in Cowes. This Phillip Island beach-house is an idyllic ...
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Pickled Pig
Bringing fun and contemporary flavours to Warrnambool is Pickled Pig. White linen tablecloths combined with a wine rack feature wall create an environment that is as po...
28 Sep to 28 Oct
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Ms Collins
Sitting in the crosshair of food, fashion, music and art, collide with friends at Ms Collins, an all-in-one drinking, dining and dancing destination in Melbourne City....
19 Sep to 24 Oct
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The Metropolitan
Live music, generous meals and a relaxed atmosphere is what keeps locals coming back to The Metropolitan in the heart of Bendigo. With numerous dining areas, from the ...
2 Oct to 7 Nov
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Bay Beach Pizza & Pasta
Port Melbourne Restaurants VIC
There’s so much more than pizza on offer at Bay Beach Pizza & Pasta in Port Melbourne. Cosily located on Bay Street, diners can sit alfresco and soak up ...
1 to 31 Oct
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The Winery Kitchen
Espousing the paddock to plate philosophy in Seymour is The Winery Kitchen. Located only an hour from Melbourne and tucked in Seymour’s picturesque Somerset Crossing...
25 Nov
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Estivo
Kew Restaurants VIC
Creative Italian cuisine and modern dining await at Estivo on busy High Street in Kew. Set over two levels, the spacious downstairs area is furnished with linen draped tables and a ...
5 to 31 Oct
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Sault
Offering up a taste of some of Daylesford’s freshest produce combined with smooth sophistication and elegant style is Chef Hat-awarded Sault. Views are of course abundant and ...
22 Dec 17 to 31 Dec 18
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Chaise Lounge
One of Melbourne’s premier nightclubs for over 20 years, Chaise Lounge is still keeping it real with an RnB and hip-hop vibe underground on Queen Street. Catering t...
31 Oct
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The Q Train
Jump on board The Q Train and enjoy a gastronomical rail journey with stunning views of Swan Bay and the Bellarine. This travelling restaurant based at Drysdale Station, t...
20 Sep to 20 Oct
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Divine Indian
Those looking for an exotic taste of Northern India head to Divine Indian on Keilor Road in Niddrie. Be transported to the land of curry at this well-loved restaurant, wh...
2 Oct to 2 Nov
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The Dove Cafe
Find an irresistible selection of sweet treats at The Dove Café, a favourite venue for many Castlemaine locals on Hargraves Street. A rustic charm emanates inside, fr...
21 Sep to 31 Oct
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Highline Restaurant
Bringing to Windsor the ultimate paddock to plate dining experience is Chapel Street’s Highline Restaurant. Tucked inside The Railway Hotel, it perfectly encapsulat...
8 Oct to 8 Nov
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Passage Thru Malaysia
An adventurous gastronomic trip awaits diners at Passage Thru Malaysia on Main Street in the heart of Greensborough. Enter a rustic Malaysian backyard where...
1 to 31 Oct
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The Terrace Restaurant
Located at All Saints Estate’s 19th Century castle is The Terrace Restaurant, positioned to soak up the best of valley views in graceful style. With a spacious...
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Sarti
Located in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD, Sarti emerges as one of the city’s most exciting and inventive dining establishments. The main dining area oozes effortless Italian...
18 Jul to 31 Oct
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Jimanick
Join la famiglia at Jimanick on Monbulk Road in Silvan for wood fired pizza and pasta just like Nonna makes. This new bambino on the Italian block sets a rustic vibe - from com...
20 Sep to 20 Oct
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La Sera Woodfire Pizzeria
Find a charming red brick building on the corner of St Georges Road and Clauscen Street, home to La Sera Woodfire Pizzeria in Fitzroy. Feel welcomed inside to...
2 Oct to 7 Nov
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Relysh Bistro
For those seeking a warm and welcoming family friendly restaurant when in Melbourne, make your way to Sunbury and along Horne Street to discover Relysh Bistro. This brigh...
6 Jun to 30 Oct
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