Victoria may be Australia’s smallest mainland state but it boasts a wealth of natural wonders together with the stylish city of Melbourne, host to great festivals and world class events, excellent shopping and a fabulous arts and cultural scene. Experience intriguing diversity, from the spectacular Great Ocean Road to the famous Little Penguins, from cool temperate rainforest to vine-filled valleys and mountainous national parks.
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10 things not to miss in Victoria
- Federation Square – the hearth of Melbourne, which includes plazas, restaurants and bars, wine and visitor centre, and significant art venues.
- Eureka Skydeck –Melbourne’s tallest building with spectacular views of the city and suburbs.
- Queen Victoria Market
- Melbourne – visit in spring for the gardens, the Melbourne Cup and the Aussie Rules Grand Final.
- St Kilda – sit at an outdoor café in this lively seaside suburb
- Colonial Tramcar Restaurant
- Great Ocean Road – drive one of the world’s most spectacular coastal routes and visit the lovely Otway Ranges and the dramatic coastal rock formations of Port Campbell National Park.
- Grampians National Park
- Yarra Valley – just one hour from Melbourne, escape to world class wineries and boutique retreats.
- Phillip Island National Park – see Little Penguins, koalas and seals in their natural habitat.