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Grand Slam

2015 Australian Open

Tennis greats serve up their best at Melbourne Park for the first Grand Slam of the year. See skill and endurance on show 19 January − 1 February.

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SummerSalt

Southbank, Melbourne

See outdoor music, dance, circus and theatre turn Melbourne's Southbank Arts Precinct inside out. From 23 January to 21 February.

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All of Victoria

Venture into Melbourne's basements, rooftops and laneways for secret bars, boutiques, and events.

Melbourne

Venture into Melbourne's basements, rooftops and laneways for secret bars, boutiques, and events.

Bulong Estate, Yarra Valley, Victoria, Australia

Yarra Valley & Dandenong Ranges

Disappear from city bustle in the Dandenong Ranges, and indulge away in the Yarra Valley.

Mornington Peninsula

Combine European coastal living with traditional Aussie charm on Victoria's Mornington Peninsula.

Peppers Springs Retreat & Spa, Daylesford and the Macedon Ranges, Victoria, Australia

Daylesford & the Macedon Ranges

Take to the relaxing waters of Daylesford - in spas, decadent meals, or lakeside rooms.

Phillip Island

Experience penguins, scenery, family fun, outdoor pursuits, motor sports and life by the water.

Great Ocean Road

Travel one of the world's best coastal drives, and see the 12 Apostles along the Great Ocean Road.

Goldfields

Unearth the riches of the Goldfields in modern galleries, museums and boutique bistros and wineries.

Grampians

Inhale the air up there in the panoramic Grampians, and learn Aboriginal stories through rock art.

High Country

Taste your way around the High Country year round, whether winter skiing or wine tasting in summer.

Gippsland

Be inspired by Gippsland's calm beaches, lakes and peaks, then dip into busy waterfront villages.

The Murray

Unwind along the mighty Murray River and enjoy the region's slow food, fine wine, golf and scenery.

Highlights

City laneways
There's always an exhilarating thrill to be had in Melbourne's hive of bustling, creative laneways with their boutiques, restaurants, cafes and bars.
Eureka Skydeck 88
Teeter on The Edge, a switchable glass cube that slides you out from the building's 88th floor for unsurpassed views of Melbourne and far beyond.
Curtin House and Nicholas Building
When you've exhausted the drinking dens, subterranean restaurants and witty street art of Melbourne's laneways, what else is there to do but go up?
Melbourne Museum
Touch and feel your way through local history; give Phar Lap a nod, explore a rainforest, rest in a rollercoaster car, and discover Koori heritage.
Phillip Island Nature Parks
See Phillip Island's little penguins emerge from the sea, peek at life inside a burrow, and spot other Australian animals at this wildlife wonderland.
St Kilda
Prepare to play in St Kilda, where you can kick up your heels by the seashore, by the stage at live music venues or on the whirligigs at Luna Park.
Brambuk - The National Park & Cultural Centre
Learn about the flora and fauna of the region and explore Aboriginal culture in the natural oasis of the Grampians/Gariwerd National Park.
Queen Victoria Market
Shop 'til you drop at this celebrated market to see buskers, find souvenirs and to marvel at the fresh produce and the treats in the Dairy Hall.
Healesville Sanctuary
Watch for waking koalas and peek at a joey in a kangaroo's pouch, meet keepers or observe vets in the animal hospital, all in an Aussie bush setting.

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Experience Melbourne

Von Haus, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Cafes

Follow the aromas of espresso down laneways and into laid-back coffee strips for that caffeine buzz.

Melbourne Cricket Ground, Victoria, Australia

Spectator sports

From the crack of the bat to the roar of the engine, the city is a prime playing field throughout the year.

Luluc, Northcote Social Club, Melbourne. Image courtesy: Carbie Warbie

Live music

Melbourne features an ever-changing number of trendy clubs, bars and live music venues.

Lucy Folk, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Shopping

Find out where to start your fashion, jewellery, furniture or fine art shopping spree.

Melbourne Recital Centre, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Art and culture

Melbourne is home to world-class arts and cultural heritage institutions, and community events.

Sweatshop, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Bars

Duck into Melbourne's famed laneways, scamper up some stairs and take a tipple in an inimitable bar.

Explore Victoria

Rosemary lamb cutlets with cabbage salad and beer, High Country, Victoria, Australia

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Offers

$199 2 nights*
Alpine Rock Pool Escape
Retreat to Mt Baw Baw Alpine Resort this summer and enjoy a weekend family getaway, including two nights' accommodation and one hour exclusive use of the Rock Pool Spa.
Stay three nights, save 20%*
Stay and Save
Stay three nights at Somerset on Elizabeth and save 20% on spacious serviced apartments with contemporary living areas, fully-equipped kitchens and modern amenities, close to retail hot spots.
From $135 per night*
Aquarius All Suite Apartments
This hot wotif deal includes accommodation in a two bedroom fully self-contained luxury apartment for up to four people.
From $418 per person*
Lion King theatre package
The landmark musical event The Lion King is returning to Melbourne. Book a theatre travel package with wotif.com and save.
$338 per couple*
Mildura Murray golf package
Accommodation for two nights, fully cooked breakfast daily and one round of golf including golf cart at Mildura Golf Resort.
From $149 per night*
Free brekky sale
You can't go past this for true value. Includes overnight accommodation, free full buffet breakfast for one or two, free in-room wi-fi and free car parking.

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What's on

Jan 2015
Australian Open Tennis
Light up your January with the first tennis Grand Slam of the year. Be there as the biggest names in the game try to start the season off with a bang.
Mar 2015
Chillout Festival
Celebrate gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and queer pride with a long weekend of festivities at this chilled out, down-to-earth, country event.
Jan 2015
Wildlife Photographer of the Year
Take a look at the world's most amazing wildlife photography, in Geelong until 1 March.
Mar 2015
Formula 1 Grand Prix
Get the motor running and enjoy a long weekend of F1 action on and off the track including motor shows, air displays and of course, the big race.
Jan 2015
Midsumma Festival
Move your feet at Melbourne's annual queer celebration with outdoor parties and city-wide cultural events, and show your pride at the closing march.
Mar 2015
IRONMAN Asia-Pacific Championship Melbourne
Gasp in awe at the endeavours of some seriously tough athletes as they embark on the challenging race through Melbourne's beautiful bayside suburbs.
Jan 2015
SummerSalt Outdoor Arts Festival
See outdoor music, dance, circus and theatre performances turn the Melbourne Arts Precinct on its head over five fabulous weekends this summer.
Jan 2015
Strictly Ballroom The Musical
Soak up all the glitz, glamour and laughs of Baz Luhrmann's Strictly Ballroom The Musical, the stage show based on the much-loved Australian film.

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Play on after the exhibition - The Fashion World of Jean Paul Gaultier
Make the most of Melbourne while you're in town for The Fashion World of Jean Paul Gaultier exhibition, until February at NGV International.
Play on after the game - Cricket World Cup
Hit your 2015 ICC Cricket World Cup experience for six and check out our recommendations for Melbourne's best bars, sights, events, eateries and more.
Play on after the game - Australian Open
The Australian Open is the year's first tennis Grand Slam and one of the best times to be in Melbourne - warm days, balmy nights and laneway living.

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Touring routes

Melbourne to Sydney Coastal Drive
Get behind the wheel and absorb the striking coastline between Melbourne and Sydney. Detour to national parks, white sandy beaches and vast lakes.
South East Touring Route
In four days and with a series of short drives you can tick most Victorian sightseeing boxes, from wines, water and wildlife to Melbourne's laneways.
The Great Alpine Road
Drive one of Australia's great touring routes, The Great Alpine Road, and explore Victoria's north-east down to the jaw-dropping Gippsland Lakes.
Great Southern Touring Route
See the star attractions of the south on this five-day round-trip taking in the Great Ocean Road, the Grampians, the Goldfields and spa country.
Sydney Melbourne Heritage Drive
Travel through gold rush towns, hit the greens on local courses, and sample varietals at renowned wineries on The Sydney Melbourne Heritage Drive.