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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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International Airshow

24 February - 1 March

Keep your eyes on the sky for a spectacular Friday night display, followed by two action-packed days of flying, gliders, stunts and aerobatics.

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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

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.
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.
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.
Wilsons Promontory
Wilsons Promontory National Park sits at the southernmost tip of the Australian mainland, offering visitors stunning scenery and wildlife.
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.
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.
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.
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?
Puffing Billy Steam Railway
All aboard for a ride on Australia's oldest steam railway, through thick forests and lush fern gullies, or travel first class for olden-times romance.

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Experience Melbourne

Public art

Walk through city streets, laneways, and squares to take in the city's notorious public artworks.

Angie Hart. Image courtesy: Carbie Warbie

Entertainment

Discover clubs and bars, live music venues, comedy, jazz, cinema, cabaret and old style pubs.

Von Haus, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Cafes

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

Sutton Gallery, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Art galleries

Make your way around 100-plus galleries, from large institutions to small cooperatives.

MoVida Next Door, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Food and wine

Melbourne is a melting pot of cultures, a fact reflected in its microcosmos of restaurants and cafes.

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.

Explore Victoria

Murray River, Mildura, Victoria, Australia

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Offers

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Stay and save
Come to your senses in Victoria. Stay two nights and save 20% - with a choice of 21 hotels in Melbourne and Victoria.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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.

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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
Bike Buller MTB Festival
Pack your mountain bike for three days of racing and recreational trails, and or just tag along and indulge at the nearby food, wine and music festival.
Feb 2015
White Night
Dusk til dawn, enjoy over 80 free events celebrating music, food, film, art and light. Discover an all-night wonderland for everyone to explore.
Mar 2015
Towong Cup
Take a picnic and take in all the racing action at Towong Turf Club, a good bet for a full day of country-racing fun and family entertainment.
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.
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.
Feb 2015
Melbourne Food and Wine Festival
Raise a toast to regional producers and savour a meal and a glass of wine at delicious food festival events, including the World's Longest Lunch.
Jan 2015
Moonlight Cinema
Watch your favourite flicks as the sun sets and the bats flap overhead at Melbourne's original summer outdoor cinema in the Royal Botanic Gardens.

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Play on

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.
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.

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Touring routes

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.
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.