Stay close, go further, Victoria, Australia

Stay close, go further

The road is open and it's time to travel.

From country roads to high passes and ocean-kissed highways – Victoria is calling.

The road is open and it's time to travel.

From country roads to high passes and ocean-kissed highways – Victoria is calling.

You'll hear the call from restaurants to cellar doors, from regional bars and eclectic cafes. From food trails to forest paths, and beach walks to sunsets.

Rediscover your sense of space – and a sense of place.

Not too far from where you are, you'll meet the makers, growers, crafters and creators – who strive to make their mark in their own special part of Victoria.

Victoria awaits. Stay close, go further.

Travel advice

Check for up to date advice on weather events at bom.gov.au/vic.

Plan and book ahead for an easy, breezy trip. Check open times and conditions before you go.

Please be patient as the people behind our tourism businesses return to doing what they love most. Keep in mind, to #travelkind.

Bridge Road Brewers, High Country, Victoria

High Country maker's trail

Meet the makers trail

Venture through the High Country and meet the makers and creators bringing the region to life.

Emma Bäcklund, U&I Label, Torquay, Great Ocean Road, Victoria

Emma Bäcklund, Torquay

Meet the makers

Co-owner of swimwear line U&I Label and surfer Emma Bäcklund seeks inspiration in her coastal community of Torquay and along the Great Ocean Road.

Em and Kel, Terra the Label

Meet the makers

Inspired by the Grampians (Gariwerd), sisters Em and Kel of Terra the Label create earthy and sustainable fashion in their Dunkeld studio.

Rob Hyatt, Koorie Heritage Trust

Meet the makers

Explore Aboriginal Melbourne and learn about Victoria’s Aboriginal culture with Rob Hyatt of the Koorie Heritage Trust.

David Kapay, Miss Amelie

Meet the makers

Get to know owner and executive chef of Miss Amelie, Little Miss and Miss Amelie Gourmet David Kapay as he shares his love for local produce and community.

James Campbell, The Bunyip Hotel

Meet the makers

Working with local producers and wine makers, chef James Campbell puts the Grampians on a plate at The Bunyip Hotel in Cavendish.

Hadyn Black, Hounds Run Vineyard

Meet the makers

Winemaker Hadyn Black of Hounds Run Vineyard in the Grampians is building sustainable tiny house accommodation in a stunning natural setting.

Deborah Bogenhuber, Food Next Door Co-op

Meet the makers

Mildura local Deborah Bogenhuber is a co-founder of Food Next Door Co-op and creative force behind Out of the Box produce.

Backyard Beekeeping Ballarat, Ballarat, Victoria, Australia

Ballarat maker's trail

Meet the makers

Discover the best things to do in Ballarat, as chosen by the makers and creators who call the region home.

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Koala Conservation Reserve

Sanctuaries, zoos & farms

Wander through the tree-top boardwalks and see koalas up close in their natural habitat at Phillip Island's Koala Reserve.

Point Nepean National Park

National parks & reserves

Journey to the tip of the Mornington Peninsula to Point Nepean National Park and explore its rugged coastline, natural beauty and military history.

Budj Bim National Park

National parks & reserves

Budj Bim is a long dormant volcano. Budj Bim is the source of the Tyrendarra lava flow which extends over 50 kilometres to the southwest. It is central...

Macedon Regional Park

National parks & reserves

The Macedon Ranges form the southern end of Victoria's Great Dividing Range and feature a diverse range of natural and cultural features. The 2,379 hectare...

You Yangs Regional Park

National parks & reserves

The distinctive granite peaks of the You Yangs rise from the flat volcanic plains between Melbourne and Geelong.The You Yangs is a fantastic park for mountain...

Beachamp Falls, Great Otway National Park, Great Ocean Road, Victoria, Australia

The Otways

National parks & reserves

Immerse yourself in some of Australia's best rainforest scenery in the Otway Ranges amongst tall trees, ancient plant life and lush ferns.

Wilsons Promontory National Park

National parks & reserves

Fondly known as ‘The Prom’, Wilsons Promontory is one of Victoria’s best loved national parks. Situated at the southernmost tip of mainland Australia,...

Beeripmo Walk

Walking & hiking

The Beeripmo Walk is a two-day walk for experienced walkers. It winds its way through Mount Cole State Forest, through tall gatherings of Victorian blue gum.

Flinders Blowhole

Walking & hiking

The Blowhole track is off Boneo Road (opposite Razorback Road) between Flinders and Cape Schanck.There is a well-made track and a wooden boardwalk and...

Hiking at Mount Stapylton, Grampians, Victoria, Australia

Walking and hiking

Outdoor & adventure

Step out and explore the Grampians region's spectacular natural beauty on foot with a short gentle stroll or a multi-day wilderness adventure.

Grampians Peaks Trail

Walking & hiking

Set off for 13 days of hiking the rugged landscape of the Grampians Peaks Trail, camping overnight in exclusive, sustainable camps.

Great Ocean Walk

Great trails

Journey from Apollo Bay to the 12 Apostles along the Great Ocean Walk, weaving through national parks, deserted beaches and rugged coastal scenery.

Larnook off-grid accommodation, Dandenong Ranges

Sustainable Victoria

Features

Discover Melbourne and Victoria's good nature. Find eco-friendly travel options, sustainable kitchens and conservation experiences around the state.

Discovery Bay, Great Ocean Road, Victoria, Australia

Great South West Walk

Great trails

Discover isolated beaches, limestone cliffs rising out of a broad river and peaceful bushland on the spectacular 250-kilometre Great South West Walk.

Bogong Horseback Adventures, High Country, Victoria

7 ways to get outdoors this autumn

Outdoor & adventure

Hike, cycle or taste your way through charming villages, scale mountain peaks on horse back or cosy up by the campfire and gaze at the star-studded night sky.