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Daylesford Macedon Harvest

25 April – 4 May

Join the Daylesford Macedon Harvest Festival,
25 April – 4 May, for the region's best food,
wine and farm gate produce.

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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 arcades
Do a modern version of "the block", a century-old form of cruising Melbourne's arcades that takes in cutting-edge artwork, fashion, music and design.
Gertrude Street
Take the amount of time you've allotted to hang out on Gertrude Street, and double it to get to grips with this microcosm of Fitzroy's best bits.
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.
National Gallery of Victoria
Appreciate art and surrounds at the two NGV spaces - the iconic original housing international art and the newer, light-filled home of local works.
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.
Phillip Island Nature Park
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.
Scienceworks
Journey to the stars and beyond at the Melbourne Planetarium, travel through space and time, and have a hair-raising encounter with lighting volts.
Sovereign Hill
Strike it rich with a day out in 1850s Ballarat and pan for gold, ride in a horse-drawn carriage and relive the Eureka Rebellion with sound and light.
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.

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Experience Melbourne

Shopping

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

Von Haus, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Cafes

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

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.

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, 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.

Public art

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

Beer taps, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Pubs

Enjoy Melbourne's imaginative pub grub, sunny beer gardens and killer live music.

Explore Victoria

Phillip Island

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

Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges

Escape from the city in the Dandenong Ranges, and indulge in the Yarra Valley.

Gippsland

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

Cycling

Join the growing community of cyclists discovering unique perspectives of Victoria.

Grampians

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

Port Fairy, Great Ocean Road, Victoria, Australia

Victoria's villages

Discover the diversity and beauty of regional Victoria, from coastal villages to alpine towns.

Gwendolynne boutique, Fitzroy, Melbourne, Australia

Shopping

Start your spree at the flagship stores of Victorian designers and find international brands, too.

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

Food and wine

Find the flavour to suit your tastes at Victoria's top restaurants, regional producers and wineries.

Melbourne Museum, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Family activities

Bring the kids and make the most of Victoria's family-friendly attractions and exciting events.

Mornington Peninsula

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

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Offers

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What's on

May 2014
Melbourne International Jazz Festival
Hear something new in Melbourne's jazz bars and clubs this Queens Birthday weekend. Catch exclusive international acts and local newcomers.
May 2014
Good Beer Week
Raise a glass or two to the growing crop of microbreweries at Good Beer Week, featuring showcases, tastings, masterclasses, and even beer brekkies.
Apr 2014
Melbourne International Comedy Festival
Laugh, chortle, giggle and snort at everything from wry young hipsters and slapstick heroes to musical comedy and good ol’ timey cabaret stars.
Apr 2014
Daylesford Macedon Produce Harvest Festival
Daylesford Macedon Produce Harvest Week Festival is a celebration of the harvest, dating back to the time when the success of the crops dictated the...
Apr 2014
Rip Curl Pro
Surf's up at Bells Beach every Easter, when the world's top ranked surfers carve up the waves and compete for the most sought after trophy in surfing.

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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.
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.
The Great Alpine Road
Drive one of Australia's great touring routes, The Great Alpine Road, and explore Victoria's north-east all the way down into the heart of Gippsland.
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.
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.