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Nature & wildlife

7 ways to unwind by the water

From lakes and rivers to rugged coastlines, Victoria's varied landscapes offer countless opportunities to reflect both figuratively, and literally.

Aboriginal Victoria

Aboriginal food on show in Victoria

Sample contemporary and traditional dishes that showcase the native Australian ingredients that have been used by Aboriginal people for millennia.

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Beach the winter blues

Forget the catch-cry of 'sun, surf and sand' and explore Victoria's beaches in winter, when the waves are thunderous and the shores windswept.

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Fireside romantic escapes

Make the most of Victoria's winter months, which provide the perfect excuse for romantics to snuggle up and re-connect on an indulgent weekend away.

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Five winter walks

From a brisk walk along the Capital City Trail to snowshoeing in the High Country, these five Victorian winter walks showcase the best of the season.

Great Ocean Road and Grampians-Gariwerd itinerary

Visit rock art sites, experience Aboriginal culture, and witness Victoria's magnificent natural wonders, including dormant 30,000-year-old volcanoes.

Restaurants

Angus & Bon

Steakhouse helmed by ex-Rockpool’s Declan Carroll, with a multicultural edge and wood-fired creations. Plus bottomless brunch. Yes, please.

Restaurants

Chotto Motto

Gyoza. Craft Beer. Soft Serve. Three good reasons to make your way to Chotto Motto, Collingwood's casual eatery specialising in Japanese dumplings.

Bars

Fancy Free

Expect meticulously crafted cocktails at this pop-up bar from Black Pearl alumni. It's only in Little Collins Street for six months. Don't miss out.

Bars

Floyd's Bar

Expect aperitivo paired with traditional chichetti at this Italian-leaning spritz and salumi bar named after infamous bank robber Pretty Boy Floyd.

Live music

Geddes Lane Ballroom

This eighties rock venue turned strip club is now back to what it does best. Catch local and international bands cracking the boards every weekend.

Bars

Johnny's Green Room

Expect fabulous views, drinks and Italian bar snacks, even Pidapipó choc tops, at this spacious rooftop bar atop the refurbished King and Godfree deli.

Victoria

Food and wine

Find your flavour in Victoria, where cups runneth over with fine restaurants, eclectic cuisines, country pubs, regional produce and wineries galore.

Victoria

Events

Life's worth celebrating in Victoria. A packed calendar of events ensures there's a party in every corner of the state, whenever you visit.

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Videos

Stimulate your senses and be inspired with visions from Melbourne and beyond.

Things to do

Nature and wildlife

Get outside and discover abundant nature and wildlife in Victoria's desert landscapes, rugged coastlines, lush alpine outlooks and inland waterways.