Your essential guide

From the latest stories of local artisans, the hidden gems of the city and its vibrant neighbourhoods to useful seasonal recommendations of things to do and to see, you'll find plenty of inspiration for your next journey to discover Melbourne and Regional Victoria.

Download the OVG Autumn 2023 (PDF, 18Mb) or view the guide below. Inside you'll also find useful tips, maps, what's on calendar and a range of high-value seasonal discounts from the most popular attractions.

* Main illustration by Alex Hotchin.

  • What’s On in Melbourne
  • Get to know Melbourne’s own World Coffee Champion
  • Shop Melbourne style with Melissa Leong
  • All about fun – Autumn activities for the kids throughout the neighbourhoods
  • Head to the Murray to discover the marvellous Murchison
  • Special deals of the season

Autumn issue

Discover

OVG competition autumn 2023

Experience the Goldfields competition

Experience the Goldfields region and discover the very best of Ballarat on this weekend away.
OVG coupons autumn 2023

Seasonal coupon offers

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Download our seasonal coupon offers here.
OVG previous editions autumn 2023

Read our previous editions

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Read our collection of past guides here.
Official Guide summer competition

Win the ultimate Melbourne weekend away

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Where to find a printed guide

Hard copies of the guide can be picked up at one of the following key distribution points:

  • Melbourne CBD Hotels
  • Southgate Shopping Centre
  • Block Arcade
  • Melbourne visitor information centres
  • Melbourne Skybus
  • Melbourne Airport T4 arrivals and international terminals
  • Avalon Airport

 

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