Family activities

Werribee Open Range Zoo

Wildlife, zoos & farms

Join a wildlife safari, Melbourne style, and spot rhinos, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras and monkeys as they roam freely through the grounds of the zoo.

Polly Woodside

Maritime history

Climb aboard and roam the decks of the historic Polly Woodside, one of Australia’s last surviving 19th century tall ships. Experience the turbulent trials...

SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium

Wildlife, zoos & farms

Dive deep to discover life beneath the Southern Ocean; walk under tunnels filled with sharks and rays, or ride a simulated underwater rollercoaster.

Otway Fly Treetop Adventures

Walking & hiking

Enjoy a real bird's eye view and sway with the branches when you take a walk high in the dense rainforest canopy in the heart of the ancient Otways.

Healesville Sanctuary

Wildlife, zoos & farms

Watch for waking koalas and peek at a joey in a kangaroo's pouch, meet keepers or observe vets in the animal hospital, all in an Aussie bush setting.

Adventure Park

Leisure activities

Super charge your summer at Victoria's biggest theme park, Adventure Park Geelong. Offering awesome family fun and unlimited rides all day long, Adventure...

Old Melbourne Gaol

History & heritage

Sentence yourself to a day of fun or a spooky night at Victoria's oldest prison, which housed tough criminals and the infamous bushranger, Ned Kelly.

LEGOLAND® Discovery Centre Melbourne

Family

LEGO Discovery Centre Melbourne is the ultimate indoor playground. Ideal for families with children aged 3 to 10, a world of creative building fun.

Melbourne Zoo

Wildlife, zoos & farms

Get up close with more than 250 species as you explore rainforests, bushland and underwater worlds. Don't miss the zookeeper talks and feeding times!

Puffing Billy Railway

History & heritage

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.

Pannys Phillip Island Chocolate Factory

Local produce

Develop a delicious addiction, with chocolates to taste, try and buy, at this wondrous factory, cafe and art gallery celebrating all things chocolate.

Phillip Island Penguin Parade

Wildlife, zoos & farms

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.

Sovereign Hill

Gold rush history

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.

Melbourne Museum

Museums

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.

Melbourne Star Observation Wheel

Family

Take a 30-minute ride on Melbourne's newest star attraction for extraordinary views and a unique bird's-eye perspective of the city and surrounds.

Eureka Skydeck 88

Architecture & design

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.

Ballarat Wildlife Park

Wildlife, zoos & farms

Ballarat Wildlife Park is set amongst the beautiful gum trees on the outskirts of Ballarat and is owned and operated by Greg Parker and his family. Founded...

Swan Bay Express Train Rides

Family

24 Oct 2021

Travel across the Bellarine along Swan Bay and through remnant bushland.Trains run on most Sundays year-round and selected public holidays. Family activities...

La Dolce Vita Festival

Festivals

20 - 21 Nov 2021

Life is sweet in the King Valley.The region is famed for Prosecco, Pinot Grigio, Arneis, Sangiovese and elegant cool climate wines. At La Dolce Vita Festival,...

SpringFest Ballarat - Market Sunday

Markets & vintage

28 Nov 2021

Visit Ballarat’s famous annual Springtime event.Plans for SpringFest 2021 is forging ahead. Ambassadors Tim Bone and Julia Zass (and their little apprentices)...

Vodafone Ashes Series | Boxing Day Test

Sports

26 - 30 Dec 2021

Don't miss the most treasured contest on the cricket calendar – the Ashes. In the 145th year of cricket's fiercest rivalry, Australia and England will...

Fun activities

Things to do

Entertain littlies, teens, tweens and big kids with fun-filled activities in every corner of Victoria, from marvellous minigolf to amazing mazes and more.

Museums

Art, theatre & culture

From the living history of Sovereign Hill to the wonder of Scienceworks, there are many worlds to explore in Victoria's fascinating, diverse museums.

Beaches and coastlines

Nature & wildlife

Drag yourself away from the Great Ocean Road with its dramatic rock sculptures and soaring views, and discover more of Victoria's stunning coastline.

Mazes

Family activities

Lose yourself in the best hedge, timber and indoor mazes at adventure parks and stunning gardens across Victoria. A-maze-ing fun for all the family.