Melbourne & Surrounds Map 2013/14

MELBOURNE & SURROUNDS Official Visitor Map Beyond Melbourne

Explore Melbourne & Surrounds Discover a rich history, indulge in world-class food and wine and experience the rolling countryside and seaside villages of Victoria’s most stunning regions.

Artistic Inspiration

Bendigo is a town rich with gold history, which is on display in the stately Victorian architecture that lines the streets. But there is much more to this town than historic gold pans - with a passion for food and art you will fast uncover the delights that make this such a popular region.

Delightful Surprises

Just an hour out of Melbourne and shouldered against sea, the Mornington Peninsula is set amongst thriving farmland and is truly breathtaking. Explore the dazzling countryside and rolling hills; enjoy the area’s best cellar doors; get up close with some of Australia’s cutest wildlife at the Moonlit Sanctuary Conservation Park or rejuvenate at the Peninsula Hot Springs.

City Of Gold

Take a step back in time as you wander the beautiful leafy tree-lined streets and pass the historical Victorian and Edwardian buildings of Ballarat. Discover the rich history of this stunning region as you pan for gold and ride in a horse drawn carriage at the historical gold-rush recreation town of Sovereign Hill.

Coastal Charms

The Geelong and Bellarine region is only a short drive from Melbourne; enjoy the striking coastal views, dotted with the famous colourful carved characters, or take in one of the many festivals that run throughout the year. A trip wouldn’t be complete without a meal at one of the quality wineries or a round of golf at the scenic courses that call this stunning region home.

Among The Vines

There is one thing that springs to mind when talking about the Yarra Valley wine - and there is definitely plenty of it in this charming district. Take a break from wine tasting and explore the quaint villages, nestled amongst the vines, and discover an abundance of boutiques and cafés, giving you no reason to leave too quickly. > visitvictoria.com

Travelling to Regional Victoria With more than 1,400 train services and 600 coach services every week, V/Line is a great way to travel around Victoria. V/Line is Australia’s largest regional public transport operator.

For Victorians and visitors alike, V/Line offers an exciting range of destinations to suit every taste.

V/Line’s growing fleet of modern VLocity trains can get you where you want to go in comfort at up to 160 km/h. They operate most of V/Line’s commuter services to places like Geelong, Ballarat, Bendigo, Seymour and Traralgon.

You can also travel with V/Line to other great destinations including Swan Hill, Warrnambool, Echuca, Shepparton, Albury-Wodonga and Bairnsdale.

V/Line Escape App

To help you find your way, you can download the V/Line Escape app. It’s free for iPhone or Android.

V/Line Escape puts more than 300 travel ideas at your fingertips, including events, galleries, tours, markets, museums, wineries, gardens, restaurants, pubs and accommodation. Some of these attractions offer special discounts for V/Line customers.

You can also visit the website to plan your escape online: > vline.com.au

myki

V/Line commuter trains are making the switch to myki, Victoria’s new smart card ticketing system. A myki is the only ticket you need on Melbourne’s trains, trams and buses, as well as town buses in some regional centres.

For myki tickets, timetables and information visit the website or call: > ptv.vic.gov.au > 1800 800 007 (6am - midnight daily)

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Explore Melbourne & Surrounds

While every attempt has been made to ensure accurate information at the time of going to press, the publishers accept no responsibility for supplied information or omissions. If you have any feedback on this publication please email: info@destinationmelbourne.com.au 2013-2014 Edition Destination Melbourne™ Ltd. Level 3, 290 Collins Street, Melbourne 3000 9869 2444 | destinationmelbourne.com.au

PUBLISHED BY: For myki tickets, timetables and information visit the website or call: > ptv.vic.gov.au > 1800 800 007 (6am - midnight daily) V/Line commuter trains are making the switch to myki, Victoria’s new smart card ticketing system. A myki is the only ticket you need on Melbourne’s trains, trams and buses, as well as town buses in some regional centres.

myki You can also visit the website to plan your escape online: > vline.com.au V/Line Escape puts more than 300 travel ideas at your fingertips, including events, galleries, tours, markets, museums, wineries, gardens, restaurants, pubs and accommodation. Some of these attractions offer special discounts for V/Line customers.

To help you find your way, you can download the V/Line Escape app. It’s free for iPhone or Android.

V/Line Escape App You can also travel with V/Line to other great destinations including Swan Hill, Warrnambool, Echuca, Shepparton, Albury-Wodonga and Bairnsdale.

V/Line’s growing fleet of modern VLocity trains can get you where you want to go in comfort at up to 160 km/h. They operate most of V/Line’s commuter services to places like Geelong, Ballarat, Bendigo, Seymour and Traralgon.

For Victorians and visitors alike, V/Line offers an exciting range of destinations to suit every taste.

With more than 1,400 train services and 600 coach services every week, V/Line is a great way to travel around Victoria. V/Line is Australia’s largest regional public transport operator.

Travelling to Regional Victoria

Healesville Sanctuary is one of Australia’s most recognised attractions, with over 200 Australian wildlife species, offering visitors the opportunity to encounter Australia’s unique animals in stunning surroundings.

The Bellarine prides itself on its quaint seaside villages, exceptional local produce, fine cafés and restaurants, boutique shops and thoroughfares. Beaches range from the sheltered bay areas, to pounding surf. The Bellarine also features galleries, steam trains, theme parks, walking and rail trails and some of Australia’s best golf courses.

Recognised as one of the world’s premier cool climate wine growing regions, the Yarra Valley is home to over 70 wineries. Relax aboard one of Australian Wine Touring Company’s tailored tours. Retreat into the warm cellar doors of Balgownie Estate Resort, Domaine Chandon, De Bortoli Wines and Rochford Wines. Watch the Valley unfold beneath you from one of Global Ballooning’s hot air balloons.

Geelong features a vibrant and beautiful waterfront on the edge of the bay, which includes a restored carousel, art deco promenade, swimming pavilion and cosmopolitan pier. The addition of new bars, hotels and restaurants make the waterfront a major attraction. The city is rich in culture and history and features a great range of shopping; from major chains to specialty boutiques.

Yarra Valley - You’ll Never Want To Leave…

Things To Do

You retreat into a secluded hideaway. The Valley unravels, forests enchant, nooks unfold. Your tastes are enlivened with an invitation to indulge. Time abounds as you drink in the delicious pleasures. The Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges.

Geelong & The Bellarine is a short one hour drive or train journey from Melbourne or 40 minute ferry from the Mornington Peninsula. Geelong is Victoria’s largest regional city, whilst The Bellarine offers the best of coast and country.

Yarra Valley & Dandenong Ranges

Geelong & The Bellarine

Dining There is a great range of food options in Geelong & The Bellarine - from casual waterfront cafés to award-winning restaurants. Many of the venues specialise in local wine and produce, including local Portarlington mussels, Drysdale goats cheese and juicy blueberries. The Bellarine Taste Trail comprises a selection of food producers and farmgates, provedores and restaurants, cellar doors and accommodation providers. For more information visit thebellarinetastetrail.com.au

Wine One of the oldest wine regions, the Geelong region specialises in cool climate wine and produces some of Australia’s best in stunning locations. Many Bellarine vineyards have spectacular views across the vines to Port Phillip Bay, whilst others dominate the undulating hills and valleys of the Moorabool Valley. Toast to the Coast is the annual wine event for the region and is held over the Melbourne Cup weekend in November. For more information visit winegeelong.com.au Geelong & Great Ocean Road: Princes Highway, Little River Geelong: Moorabool Street, Geelong Queenscliff: 55 Hesse Street, Queenscliff All Centres open daily: 9am to 5pm (closed Christmas Day) Distance from Melbourne: 75km - Geelong; 107km - Queenscliff

Enjoy the simple pleasures of homemade pasta and cheese, taste fresh fruit straight from the tree at Rayner’s Stonefruit Orchard & Cafe, and indulge in over 150 types of chocolate hand crafted by the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie and Ice Creamery’s European chocolatiers.

Dandenong Ranges - Visit Make Believe Explore the quaint villages within the Dandenong Ranges, surrounded by luscious fern gullies. Discover some of the most spectacular natural scenery and national parks, aboard the famous Puffing Billy Steam Train, or observe the full spectrum of the region while dining at SkyHigh set atop Mt Dandenong. Fly through sublime heritage gardens on an array of flying foxes at Trees Adventure in Belgrave.

Accommodation A wide and varied range of accommodation is available throughout the region, including Balgownie Estate, Yarra Valley Lodge, Yering Gorge Cottages and Chateau Yering.

The Old Courthouse, Harker Street, Healesville Open daily: 9am to 5pm (closed Christmas Day) Distance from Melbourne: 60km

Beyond Melbourne

Bendigo Bendigo is a vibrant regional centre, boasting beautiful streets created from one of the world’s greatest gold rushes. Now fondly regarded as an arts and cultural hub, Bendigo’s historic streets beat with a contemporary feel. Good food, wine, boutique shopping, attractions and experiences are ready to be explored.

Magnificent buildings and monuments remain in Bendigo to shed light on the formative hey days, and today they are the beautiful backdrop to a fascinating destination.

Authentic Attractions

Rattle along in an historic tram while taking in the marvellous stories of days gone by, pop on a hard hat and journey to the depths of Central Deborah Gold Mine, get your hands dirty as you create your very own work of art at Bendigo Pottery or see some of the world’s most rare Chinese artefacts at the Golden Dragon Museum.

World Class Arts

Bendigo Art Gallery is thriving at the heart of modern Bendigo. It is one of Australia’s oldest regional galleries, with an important collection that features 19th century artwork and contemporary works. It regularly hosts significant international exhibitions that have put it firmly on the cultural map.

With international and national events throughout the year, Bendigo has long been recognised as the place to be. Since the gold boom times of 1871, the local Chinese community has come together to celebrate Australia’s longest continuous running festival – the Bendigo Easter Festival.

Food Fossick For Local Produce And Wine

Bendigo is also perfectly placed to food fossick for local produce in the nearby regions by visiting farm-gates, food producers, farmers’ markets and meeting passionate foodies. In Bendigo’s CBD, you can dine at our vibrant cafés and acclaimed The Age Good Food Guide restaurants.

From rich, ripe reds to elegant whites, the wines from Bendigo’s gold-bearing soils are a wine lover’s treasure and the nearby Heathcote region produces fine world-class Shiraz from the famed ancient Cambrian soils.

Car, V/Line Train or Melbourne Airport Bus

Yarra Valley: 5962 2600 Dandenong Ranges: 9758 7522

Geelong: 1800 620 888 Bellarine: 1800 755 611

Yarra Valley: Lilydale Metro Train Line Dandenong Ranges: Belgrave Metro Train Line

Self drive, V/Line Train from Southern Cross or Queenscliff - Sorrento Ferry

Five Restaurants Win Chef’s Hats

Ballarat is located in the Goldfields region of Victoria and is a short 85 minute drive north-west of Melbourne and is easily accessible by train.

Mornington Peninsula

Ballarat

Experience Living History Established during the romantic and turbulent gold rush era, Ballarat’s story is intertwined with the nation’s history. When the world flocked to Ballarat in the 1850s in search of gold, a stunning heritage of arts, grand architecture, stunning gardens and fascinating stories were created for future visitors to discover.

Home Of Australian Democracy

City Of Gold

51-67 Pall Mall, Bendigo Open daily: 9am to 5pm (closed Christmas Day)

1800 813 153

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visitgeelongbellarine.com.au

Distance from Melbourne: 150km

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Discover a rich history, indulge in world-class food and wine and experience the rolling countryside and seaside villages of Victoria’s most stunning regions.

Artistic Inspiration

Bendigo is a town rich with gold history, which is on display in the stately Victorian architecture that lines the streets. But there is much more to this town than historic gold pans - with a passion for food and art you will fast uncover the delights that make this such a popular region.

Delightful Surprises

Imagining Ballarat’s history is as easy as walking down the main street or having a drink in a heritage hotel. Grand architecture, historic precincts, stately gardens and broad, tree-lined streets make Ballarat a treasure trove for the imagination.

Just an hour out of Melbourne and shouldered against sea, the Mornington Peninsula is set amongst thriving farmland and is truly breathtaking. Explore the dazzling countryside and rolling hills; enjoy the area’s best cellar doors; get up close with some of Australia’s cutest wildlife at the Moonlit Sanctuary Conservation Park or rejuvenate at the Peninsula Hot Springs.

With Australia’s only civil uprising, the Eureka Rebellion in 1854, Ballarat was etched into Australia’s history as miners and government troops clashed over the cost of the license to dig for gold. The original Eureka Flag fashioned by the miners’ wives is now displayed in the new Museum of Australian Democracy at Eureka (M.A.D.E). Other examples of this turbulent time can be seen at The Art Gallery of Ballarat amongst the extensive collection of works by Lindsay, Nolan, Boyd, Streeton and Drysdale.

Take a step back in time as you wander the beautiful leafy tree-lined streets and pass the historical Victorian and Edwardian buildings of Ballarat. Discover the rich history of this stunning region as you pan for gold and ride in a horse drawn carriage at the historical gold-rush recreation town of Sovereign Hill.

Coastal Charms

The Great Outdoors

The Geelong and Bellarine region is only a short drive from Melbourne; enjoy the striking coastal views, dotted with the famous colourful carved characters, or take in one of the many festivals that run throughout the year. A trip wouldn’t be complete without a meal at one of the quality wineries or a round of golf at the scenic courses that call this stunning region home.

Explore the extensive cycle paths, mountain biking and city walking trails. Discover gold at Sovereign Hill, admire horticultural treasures at the Ballarat Botanical and Buninyong Botanic Gardens and get up close and personal with Australian wildlife at the Ballarat Wildlife Park. Experience Kryal Castle, a medieval recreation for some fun family time. Ballarat has an attraction for everyone!

Among The Vines

A Taste Of History

There is one thing that springs to mind when talking about the Yarra Valley wine - and there is definitely plenty of it in this charming district. Take a break from wine tasting and explore the quaint villages, nestled amongst the vines, and discover an abundance of boutiques and cafés, giving you no reason to leave too quickly. > visitvictoria.com

Delve into an array of stylish restaurants, bars and shops, all brimming with local produce and wine, and chat to local winemakers at various cellar doors. At night, come alive to a city with a vibrant entertainment scene to suit all tastes.

The Mornington Peninsula is an unsurpassed gourmet getaway, with five restaurants winning The Age Good Food Guide Chef’s Hats awards (that’s more than any other Victorian country region). Even better, the Mornington Peninsula is just an hour from Melbourne, and these restaurants are all close together.

Regional produce and wines feature at La Petanque, The Long Table, Montalto Vineyard and Olive Grove, Port Phillip Estate and Ten Minutes by Tractor, and many other fine restaurants.

50 Cellar Doors

Just an hour’s drive from Melbourne.

The Mornington Peninsula captures the very best of Victoria then wraps it up in a small, beautiful and fascinating region.

Ideal for a day trip or a short break getaway.

You’ll find some of Australia’s finest Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Pinot Gris/Grigio here. So sip, sample and savour at more than 50 cellar doors, or be guided on a Horseback Winery Tour or Wineries on Foot walk.

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43 Lydiard Street North, Ballarat Open daily: 9am to 5pm (closed Christmas Day)

5987 3078

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Distance from Melbourne: 57km - Mornington; 87km - Sorrento

Distance from Melbourne: 110km

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Explore Point Nepean National Park and the historic Quarantine Station on a three-hour cycle with Bayplay Adventure Tours, go scuba diving amongst eerie shipwrecks, learn a new skill with Stand Up Paddle Tours, go swimming with seals and dolphins with Moonraker Seal and Dolphin Swims and Polperro Dolphin Swims.

Our world-class golf has been likened to Fife in Scotland and Monterey in California, with 15 courses to challenge you. After that, you’ll need Peninsula Hot Springs, with its 39 relaxing bathing experiences plus spa treatments. It’s ranked in the world’s Five Best Hot Springs by Frommer’s Guide. Then continue the indulgence at Sunny Ridge Strawberry Farm, with its succulent strawberry shop and dessert café.

Download the free ‘Visit Ballarat’ iPhone app for information at your fingertips about places to eat, shop, visit and stay.

Metro Train, Bus or Sorrento - Queenscliff Ferry

V/Line service 7 days a week 1800 446 633

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Visitor Information Visitors will find much to love in Melbourne – and the curious will be rewarded.

On every main street, side street and laneway you can discover exciting and inspirational art, shopping and dining experiences – and sometimes all three together. Or take some time out in one of the many tranquil parks or along the city’s scenic waterfront. It’s all here in Melbourne, let a local show you the way.

Melbourne Visitor Centre at Federation Square

A one-stop-shop for visitors providing information on Melbourne and Victoria: brochures and maps; what’s on in the city; souvenirs; plus a travel booking service. Open daily from 9am to 6pm (closed Christmas Day).

Melbourne Visitor Booth in the Bourke Street Mall

Friendly volunteers at the Melbourne Visitor Booth provide free maps and information on shopping, attractions and events in Melbourne. Open daily from 9am to 5pm (closed Good Friday and Christmas Day).

City Ambassadors

Dressed in their distinctive red uniforms, City Ambassadors provide a mobile information service in the city with information on shopping, events and how to get around. Monday to Saturday 10am to 4pm, Sunday noon to 3pm (excluding Good Friday and Christmas Day).

Melbourne Greeter Service

Free multilingual walking orientations of the city, conducted by trained volunteers. Orientations are conducted in English daily at 9.30am from the Melbourne Visitor Centre at Federation Square (excluding Good Friday and Christmas Day). Bookings are essential, phone 9658 9658 on weekdays and 9658 9942 on weekends or visit melbourne.vic.gov.au/greeter.

Melbourne Visitor Shuttle

The shuttle is an easy way to see many of Melbourne’s attractions. Hop on and hop off at any of the 13 stops along the route. A round trip takes approximately 90 minutes and includes an informative on-board audio commentary. Operates daily every 30 minutes from 9.30am to 4.30pm (excluding Christmas Day).

For More Information

> 9658 9658 > touristinformation@melbourne.vic.gov.au > melbourne.vic.gov.au/touristinformation thatsmelbourne @thats_melbourne bit.ly/comwhatson

Public Transport in Melbourne Melbourne’s trains, trams and buses are an easy way to visit the city’s best attractions, sporting venues and shopping precincts.

Metropolitan trains and trams run 5am to midnight Monday to Thursday, with extended hours to around 1am on Friday and Saturday nights. On Sunday, trains and trams operate from 7am to 11pm.

Many of Melbourne’s bus routes run 6am to 9pm Monday to Friday, 8am to 9pm Saturday and 9am to 9pm Sunday.

Tickets

myki is Melbourne’s ticketing system. Public transport is simple to use in Melbourne as your ticket gives you the flexibility to travel on trains, trams and buses all around Melbourne.

You can buy and top up a myki at: • all metropolitan Premium Stations, myki machines (full fare card sales only) located at all metropolitan train stations and selected accessible tram stops and bus interchanges.

• any 7-Eleven store or independent retailer where you see the myki sign.

• the PTV Hub at Southern Cross Station.

Remember to touch on and off your myki each time you travel. Travelling without a valid ticket could lead to a fine.

Zones

Fares for travelling on Melbourne’s trains, trams and buses are separated into two zones: Zone 1 for inner-city and Zone 2 for the middle and outer suburbs.

Use the public transport maps to check what zones you are planning to visit and make sure you have enough value on your myki to cover your entire journey.

Public Transport Victoria

Public Transport Victoria (PTV) is your central stop for information on public transport services, fares, tickets and to provide customer feedback. Up-to-date information is available via our website, call centre and mobile applications.

For public transport information in Victoria visit the website or call: > ptv.vic.gov.au > 1800 800 007 (6am to midnight daily)

Journey Planner

PTV’s online journey planner helps you plan a journey on public transport between points A and B. Simply enter your origin and destination and receive a customised trip plan detailing all services and connections.

Geelong & The Bellarine Geelong & The Bellarine is a short one hour drive or train journey from Melbourne or 40 minute ferry from the Mornington Peninsula. Geelong is Victoria’s largest regional city, whilst The Bellarine offers the best of coast and country.

Things To Do

Geelong features a vibrant and beautiful waterfront on the edge of the bay, which includes a restored carousel, art deco promenade, swimming pavilion and cosmopolitan pier. The addition of new bars, hotels and restaurants make the waterfront a major attraction. The city is rich in culture and history and features a great range of shopping; from major chains to specialty boutiques.

The Bellarine prides itself on its quaint seaside villages, exceptional local produce, fine cafés and restaurants, boutique shops and thoroughfares. Beaches range from the sheltered bay areas, to pounding surf. The Bellarine also features galleries, steam trains, theme parks, walking and rail trails and some of Australia’s best golf courses.

Dining

There is a great range of food options in Geelong & The Bellarine - from casual waterfront cafés to award-winning restaurants. Many of the venues specialise in local wine and produce, including local Portarlington mussels, Drysdale goats cheese and juicy blueberries. The Bellarine Taste Trail comprises a selection of food producers and farmgates, provedores and restaurants, cellar doors and accommodation providers. For more information visit thebellarinetastetrail.com.au

Wine

One of the oldest wine regions, the Geelong region specialises in cool climate wine and produces some of Australia’s best in stunning locations. Many Bellarine vineyards have spectacular views across the vines to Port Phillip Bay, whilst others dominate the undulating hills and valleys of the Moorabool Valley. Toast to the Coast is the annual wine event for the region and is held over the Melbourne Cup weekend in November. For more information visit winegeelong.com.au Geelong & Great Ocean Road: Princes Highway, Little River Geelong: Moorabool Street, Geelong Queenscliff: 55 Hesse Street, Queenscliff All Centres open daily: 9am to 5pm (closed Christmas Day) Distance from Melbourne: 75km - Geelong; 107km - Queenscliff Self drive, V/Line Train from Southern Cross or Queenscliff - Sorrento Ferry Geelong: 1800 620 888 Bellarine: 1800 755 611 visitgeelongbellarine.com.au

Yarra Valley & Dandenong Ranges You retreat into a secluded hideaway. The Valley unravels, forests enchant, nooks unfold. Your tastes are enlivened with an invitation to indulge. Time abounds as you drink in the delicious pleasures. The Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges.

Yarra Valley - You’ll Never Want To Leave…

Recognised as one of the world’s premier cool climate wine growing regions, the Yarra Valley is home to over 70 wineries. Relax aboard one of Australian Wine Touring Company’s tailored tours. Retreat into the warm cellar doors of Balgownie Estate Resort, Domaine Chandon, De Bortoli Wines and Rochford Wines. Watch the Valley unfold beneath you from one of Global Ballooning’s hot air balloons.

Healesville Sanctuary is one of Australia’s most recognised attractions, with over 200 Australian wildlife species, offering visitors the opportunity to encounter Australia’s unique animals in stunning surroundings.

Enjoy the simple pleasures of homemade pasta and cheese, taste fresh fruit straight from the tree at Rayner’s Stonefruit Orchard & Cafe, and indulge in over 150 types of chocolate hand crafted by the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie and Ice Creamery’s European chocolatiers.

Dandenong Ranges - Visit Make Believe Explore the quaint villages within the Dandenong Ranges, surrounded by luscious fern gullies. Discover some of the most spectacular natural scenery and national parks, aboard the famous Puffing Billy Steam Train, or observe the full spectrum of the region while dining at SkyHigh set atop Mt Dandenong. Fly through sublime heritage gardens on an array of flying foxes at Trees Adventure in Belgrave.

Accommodation A wide and varied range of accommodation is available throughout the region, including Balgownie Estate, Yarra Valley Lodge, Yering Gorge Cottages and Chateau Yering.

The Old Courthouse, Harker Street, Healesville Open daily: 9am to 5pm (closed Christmas Day) Distance from Melbourne: 60km Yarra Valley: Lilydale Metro Train Line Dandenong Ranges: Belgrave Metro Train Line Yarra Valley: 5962 2600 Dandenong Ranges: 9758 7522 experienceyarravalley.com.au | experiencethedandenongs.com.au

Bendigo Bendigo is a vibrant regional centre, boasting beautiful streets created from one of the world’s greatest gold rushes. Now fondly regarded as an arts and cultural hub, Bendigo’s historic streets beat with a contemporary feel. Good food, wine, boutique shopping, attractions and experiences are ready to be explored. Magnificent buildings and monuments remain in Bendigo to shed light on the formative hey days, and today they are the beautiful backdrop to a fascinating destination.

Authentic Attractions

Rattle along in an historic tram while taking in the marvellous stories of days gone by, pop on a hard hat and journey to the depths of Central Deborah Gold Mine, get your hands dirty as you create your very own work of art at Bendigo Pottery or see some of the world’s most rare Chinese artefacts at the Golden Dragon Museum.

World Class Arts

Bendigo Art Gallery is thriving at the heart of modern Bendigo. It is one of Australia’s oldest regional galleries, with an important collection that features 19th century artwork and contemporary works. It regularly hosts significant international exhibitions that have put it firmly on the cultural map.

With international and national events throughout the year, Bendigo has long been recognised as the place to be. Since the gold boom times of 1871, the local Chinese community has come together to celebrate Australia’s longest continuous running festival – the Bendigo Easter Festival.

Food Fossick For Local Produce And Wine

Bendigo is also perfectly placed to food fossick for local produce in the nearby regions by visiting farm-gates, food producers, farmers’ markets and meeting passionate foodies. In Bendigo’s CBD, you can dine at our vibrant cafés and acclaimed The Age Good Food Guide restaurants.

From rich, ripe reds to elegant whites, the wines from Bendigo’s gold-bearing soils are a wine lover’s treasure and the nearby Heathcote region produces fine world-class Shiraz from the famed ancient Cambrian soils.

51-67 Pall Mall, Bendigo Open daily: 9am to 5pm (closed Christmas Day) Distance from Melbourne: 150km Car, V/Line Train or Melbourne Airport Bus 1800 813 153

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Ballarat Ballarat is located in the Goldfields region of Victoria and is a short 85 minute drive north-west of Melbourne and is easily accessible by train.

Experience Living History

Established during the romantic and turbulent gold rush era, Ballarat’s story is intertwined with the nation’s history. When the world flocked to Ballarat in the 1850s in search of gold, a stunning heritage of arts, grand architecture, stunning gardens and fascinating stories were created for future visitors to discover.

Imagining Ballarat’s history is as easy as walking down the main street or having a drink in a heritage hotel. Grand architecture, historic precincts, stately gardens and broad, tree-lined streets make Ballarat a treasure trove for the imagination.

Home Of Australian Democracy

With Australia’s only civil uprising, the Eureka Rebellion in 1854, Ballarat was etched into Australia’s history as miners and government troops clashed over the cost of the license to dig for gold. The original Eureka Flag fashioned by the miners’ wives is now displayed in the new Museum of Australian Democracy at Eureka (M.A.D.E). Other examples of this turbulent time can be seen at The Art Gallery of Ballarat amongst the extensive collection of works by Lindsay, Nolan, Boyd, Streeton and Drysdale.

The Great Outdoors

Explore the extensive cycle paths, mountain biking and city walking trails. Discover gold at Sovereign Hill, admire horticultural treasures at the Ballarat Botanical and Buninyong Botanic Gardens and get up close and personal with Australian wildlife at the Ballarat Wildlife Park. Experience Kryal Castle, a medieval recreation for some fun family time. Ballarat has an attraction for everyone!

A Taste Of History

Delve into an array of stylish restaurants, bars and shops, all brimming with local produce and wine, and chat to local winemakers at various cellar doors. At night, come alive to a city with a vibrant entertainment scene to suit all tastes.

Download the free ‘Visit Ballarat’ iPhone app for information at your fingertips about places to eat, shop, visit and stay.

43 Lydiard Street North, Ballarat Open daily: 9am to 5pm (closed Christmas Day) Distance from Melbourne: 110km V/Line service 7 days a week 1800 446 633

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Mornington Peninsula Five Restaurants Win Chef’s Hats

The Mornington Peninsula is an unsurpassed gourmet getaway, with five restaurants winning The Age Good Food Guide Chef’s Hats awards (that’s more than any other Victorian country region). Even better, the Mornington Peninsula is just an hour from Melbourne, and these restaurants are all close together.

Regional produce and wines feature at La Petanque, The Long Table, Montalto Vineyard and Olive Grove, Port Phillip Estate and Ten Minutes by Tractor, and many other fine restaurants.

50 Cellar Doors

You’ll find some of Australia’s finest Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Pinot Gris/Grigio here. So sip, sample and savour at more than 50 cellar doors, or be guided on a Horseback Winery Tour or Wineries on Foot walk.

Glorious Gardens, Challenging Mazes

Historic gardens more than a century old and huge maze gardens are beautiful year round. Ashcombe Maze and Lavender Gardens has a magnificent hedge maze, rose maze and lavender labyrinth. The Enchanted Maze Garden also has Australia’s first tube slide and an indoor 3D maze.

Swim With Dolphins, Slip Into Hot Springs

Explore Point Nepean National Park and the historic Quarantine Station on a three-hour cycle with Bayplay Adventure Tours, go scuba diving amongst eerie shipwrecks, learn a new skill with Stand Up Paddle Tours, go swimming with seals and dolphins with Moonraker Seal and Dolphin Swims and Polperro Dolphin Swims.

Our world-class golf has been likened to Fife in Scotland and Monterey in California, with 15 courses to challenge you. After that, you’ll need Peninsula Hot Springs, with its 39 relaxing bathing experiences plus spa treatments. It’s ranked in the world’s Five Best Hot Springs by Frommer’s Guide. Then continue the indulgence at Sunny Ridge Strawberry Farm, with its succulent strawberry shop and dessert café.

359B Point Nepean Road, Dromana Open daily: 9am to 5pm (closed Good Friday, Christmas Day and open late on Anzac Day) Distance from Melbourne: 57km - Mornington; 87km - Sorrento Metro Train, Bus or Sorrento - Queenscliff Ferry 5987 3078

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Gippsland Lakes Public Transport Victoria Coastal Park Public Transport Victoria (PTV) is your central stop for information on public The Lakes The Flinders Hotel National transport services, fares, tickets and to provide customer feedback. Up-to-date The Flinders Hotel has a rich history spanning Park information is available via our website, call centre and mobile applications.

Lake nearly 125 years and has been an integral part Wellington For public transport information in Victoria visit the website or call: of the Flinders landscape. > ptv.vic.gov.au Enjoy a weekend away at Quarters at Flinders Gippsland Lakes Hotel, our new boutique accommodation. > 1800 800 007 (6am to midnight daily) Parkenjoy Experience casual dining at Coastal The Deck, the ambiance at Terminus restaurant (awarded Journey Planner One Hat by The Age Good Food Guide 2013) PTV’s online journey planner helps you plan a journey on public transport or even hold your next function or special between points A and B. Simply enter your origin and destination and receive occasion at our event space, Peninsula.

Corner Cook & Wood Streets, Flinders 25 I 7 Open daily: Please check website for details flindershotel.com.au 5989 Ninety0201 Mile Beach

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a customised trip plan detailing all services and connections.

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Experience an African adventure on over 200 hectares of beautiful natural surrounds just 30 minutes from Melbourne. Get on board a guided safari tour across the unique open range savannah and spot rhinos, giraffes and zebras!

Corner Inlet Marine National Park

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You can buy and top up a myki at: • all metropolitan Premium Stations, myki machines (full fare card sales only) located at all metropolitan train stations and selected accessible tram stops and bus interchanges.

• any 7-Eleven store or independent retailer where you see the myki sign.

• the PTV Hub at Southern Cross Station.

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myki is Melbourne’s ticketing system. Public transport is simple to use in Melbourne as your ticket gives you the flexibility to travel on trains, trams and buses all around Melbourne.

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The Avenue of Honour in Bacchus Marsh is surrounded by colourful orchards and market gardens. Traditional roadside stalls sell fresh produce direct from the grower.

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The Enchanted Adventure Garden has Dargo Enjoy the three Hedge something for everyone.

Mazes, 20 beautiful gardens, 3D Indoor Maze, Australian Bush Sculpture, four thrilling Tube Slide Rides and our newest attraction: Tree Surfing - a high ropes adventure with five different levels of difficulty. An easy daytrip from Melbourne and a half or full day activity.

Mitchell River NationalSeat Park 24 I 7 55 Purves Road, Arthurs Open daily: Please check website for details 5981 8449 enchantedadventure.com.au treesurfing.com.au

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4 G4 Visitor Information Centre: 215 Main Street, Bacchus Marsh V/Line: To Bacchus Marsh Car: Western Highway (A8) Open daily: 9am to 5pm visitmoorabool.com.au 5367 7488

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In the heart of the Royal Botanic Gardens Cranbourne you will find the stunning Australian Garden. Hop on the Garden Explorer, join a guided tour or discover your own way through this beautiful display of Australian plants. Relax at the café or pick up a unique botanic-inspired gift from The Gardens Shop.

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Many of Melbourne’s bus routes run 6am to 9pm Monday to Friday, 8am to 9pm Saturday and 9am to 9pm Sunday.

Yarra Ranges National Park

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Melbourne’s trains, trams and buses are an easy way to visit the city’s best attractions, sporting venues and shopping precincts.

G AT Metropolitan trains and trams run 5am to midnight Monday to Thursday, with extended hours to around 1am on Friday and Saturday nights. On Sunday, trains and trams operate from 7am to 11pm.

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Enjoy our picturesque hinterland location and ‘Pick Your Own’ Strawberries (November to April). Indulge in heavenly desserts and farm made ice cream, or sample boutique strawberry wines at the Rebello cellar door. Local gourmet Alpine products, gifts and National seasonal farm-gate produce available.

Park 23 I 7 244 Shands Road, Main Ridge Open daily: Nov-Apr, 9am to 5pm Weekends only: May-Oct, 11am to 4pm (closed Good Friday, Christmas Day & New Years Day) sunnyridge.com.au 5989 4500

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2 Main Street, Tallarook V/Line: From Southern Cross Station Open daily 0417 594 998 railtrailbiketours.com.au

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Australia’s Longest Continuous Rail Trail Come and explore the Goulburn River High Country Rail Trail. Beginning in Tallarook (only 50 minutes by rail from Southern Cross Station), explore the beauty of the heritage listed Trawool Valley, the mighty Goulburn River and its pristine surrounds. Transfers, bike hire and tours are available through Rail Trail Bike Tours.

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1249 Bellarine Highway, Geelong 1 G7 Bus: 75 or 76 from Geelong Station Please check website for details adventurepark.com.au Halls Gap 5250 2756

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Located just 10 minutes from Geelong, Adventure Park is Victoria’s biggest and most exciting theme park. Guests can keep cool this summer and enjoy unlimited rides all day long; including: aqua racer, lazy river, bonito’s bay water play, tiny tots, A8gold rush rapids and more. Pack a picnic, hire a BBQ or chill out in style with your own exclusive VIP Cabana.

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26 H5 K Road, Werribee Train: Werribee Line, Werribee Station Bus: 439, Werribee Open Range Zoo Coach: Werribee Park Shuttle from the city Open daily: 9am to 5pm zoo.org.au/werribee 1300 966 784

Visitor Information Visitors will find much to love in Melbourne – and the curious will be rewarded.

On every main street, side street and laneway you can discover exciting and inspirational art, shopping and dining experiences – and sometimes all three together. Or take some time out in one of the many tranquil parks or along the city’s scenic waterfront. It’s all here in Melbourne, let a local show you the way.

Melbourne Visitor Centre at Federation Square

A one-stop-shop for visitors providing information on Melbourne and Victoria: brochures and maps; what’s on in the city; souvenirs; plus a travel booking service. Open daily from 9am to 6pm (closed Christmas Day).

Bunyip Tours

Creswick Woollen Mills

Hanging Rock

Kryal Castle

Living Legends

Montalto Vineyard & Olive Grove

Mornington Peninsula Attractions Pass

Puffing Billy Steam Railway

Searoad Ferries

William Ricketts Sanctuary

Proud multiple winner of the Best Tour/ Transport Operator Victorian Tourism Award, we have been operating tours to Victoria’s premier destinations for over 14 years. Tours include the Great Ocean Road, Phillip Island, Wilsons Promontory and the Mornington Peninsula. Tours are in small coaches (max 24) ensuring personalised experiences for all guests.

Creswick Woollen Mills is the last coloured woollen spinning mills of its kind in Australia. Creswick offers high quality natural fibre products designed with Australian conditions in mind. Take a tour of the historic working machinery, relax on the viewing deck, pat and feed the alpacas and browse the great range of Australian made products.

Six million years in the making… Discover the mystery and allure of the world famous Hanging Rock, less than an hour’s drive from Melbourne in the Macedon Ranges. Walk to the summit, enjoy the Discovery Centre, take a picnic, dine at the café and see native birds or wildlife. Entry fees apply.

This fantasy based medieval castle offers fun for the entire family with its exciting daily shows and engaging experiences with knights, wizards, kings, queens, princesses and fairies.

Witness daring jousting contests, venture through the Dragon’s Labyrinth or Torture Museum and so much more. A land of myth, magic and medieval adventure!

Meet and greet retired champion racehorses including winners of the Melbourne Cup such as Might and Power. Enjoy Devonshire tea or coffee in the historic homestead with heritage gardens, 1500 acres of surrounding bushland and kangaroos completing this traditional Australian setting. All next door to Melbourne Airport.

A breathtaking family run estate offering an epicurean journey of multi-award winning wine and olive oil, a Chef’s Hat rated restaurant, produce gardens, spectacular contemporary sculpture and natural wetlands.

We invite you to share in our dream.

Australia’s favourite steam train travels through the magnificent Dandenong Ranges. Journey in traditional excursion train carriages or alternatively, travel first class in heritage dining carriages on the ‘Steam & Cuisine Luncheon Train’.

The spectacular 40 minute trip between Sorrento and Queenscliff links Melbourne’s most magnificent coastal regions. Travel on foot or bring your car – it’s the fast and environmentally friendly alternative to the drive round the Bay. There are ever-changing sights – watch out for dolphins, whales in winter and enormous ships as you breathe incredibly fresh air.

Stroll along the pathways of this tranquil sanctuary where mystical sculptures of Aboriginal figures hide amongst the lush ferns and towering gum trees.

5 I5 Main Tour Departure Point: 570 Flinders Street, Melbourne Tours operate daily, 24 hours reservations bunyiptours.com 9650 9680

See the icons of the picturesque Mornington Peninsula, only one hours drive from Melbourne.

Includes Ashcombe Maze & Lavender Gardens, Cape Schanck Lighthouse, Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Park and Peninsula Hot Springs.

Plus bonus offers for Box Stallion Winery, Sea Road Ferries and Sunny Ridge Strawberry Farm. Great value, save 40+%. Valid for three months. Purchase tickets from attractions or the Frankston or Mornington Peninsula Information Centres. Adult $63; Child $45.

7 E3 Railway Parade, Creswick Open daily: 9am to 5pm creswickwool.com.au 5345 2202

South Rock Road, Woodend Open daily: 9am to 5pm (closed Christmas Day) 1800 244 711 visitmacedonranges.com

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121 Forbes Road, Leigh Creek, Ballarat 11 E4 V/Line: To Ballarat Station Open daily: 10am to 5pm (last admissions 4pm). Open weekends only from 15 Jul- 8 Sep kryalcastle.com.au 5334 7388

Woodlands Historic Homestead and Park Corner Oaklands and Sunbury Roads, Greenvale Open daily: 10am to 4pm (closed Christmas Day) livinglegends.org.au 9307 1165

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15 I 7 33 Shoreham Road, Red Hill South Open daily: Please check website for details montalto.com.au 5989 8412

Various sites across the Mornington Peninsula emmp.net.au 5987 3078

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19 J5 1 Old Monbulk Road, Belgrave Train: Belgrave Line, Belgrave Station Bus: 693 from Oakleigh Station Open daily: Please see website for timetable (closed Christmas Day) puffingbilly.com.au 9757 0700

Queenscliff Harbour & Sorrento Pier Open daily: 7am to 6pm searoad.com.au 5258 3244

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Mt Dandenong Tourist Road, Mt Dandenong Train: Belgrave Line to Belgrave or Croydon Station Bus: To Olinda from Belgrave or Croydon Station Open daily: 10am to 4.30pm (except Christmas Day) parks.vic.gov.au 13 1963

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Discover and explore with the

Melbourne Official Visitor Guide App Cape Otway Lightstation

Funfields Family Fun Park

Healesville Sanctuary

Le Mans Go-Karts and Laserzone

Melbourne Big Picture Travel

Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Park

Peninsula Hot Springs

RAAF Museum – Point Cook

Sovereign Hill

Australia’s most significant lightstation.

Café, lighthouse, tours and accommodation.

The oldest lighthouse on mainland Australia, 90 meters above the Southern Ocean. Telegraph Station, radar bunker, koalas, kangaroos and whale watching, 4WD shipwreck tours and Aboriginal Cultural walk.

Come ride the Alpine Toboggan Slide, Go Karts, Bumper Boats, Pirate Ship, Mini Golf, 4 great waterslides, Electric Mini Cars & Bikes, Carousel, the all new Wacky Waters water play area and much more!

‘There’s Outdoor Fun For Everyone at Funfields.’

Explore a bushland haven for Australian wildlife at Healesville Sanctuary, just an hour from Melbourne in the Yarra Valley wine region. Wander through tranquil tracks and meet iconic Australian animals like koalas, kangaroos, platypus, dingoes, wombats and emus in their natural surrounds. Watch the world famous Spirits of the Sky and Wade with the Platypus shows!

Le Mans Go-Karts and Laserzone is Victoria’s largest go-kart and laser skirmish complex.

Situated on 23 acres with four tracks, one laser tag building, bar and kiosk for the general public and private hire. Open all seasons and suitable for all ages. Paintball coming soon.

Experience an alternative perspective of Melbourne on a fun cultural tour capped at only seven guests. Enjoy a rare mix of pleasure, conversation and spectacular scenery as you explore Melbourne’s development, character and global context via the stories and significant places of Port Phillip Bay.

Victoria’s award-winning wildlife park.

Cuddle up to a koala, feed a wallaby, meet dingoes, emus, Tassie devils, colourful birds and fascinating reptiles, all in beautiful natural surroundings. Animal encounters daily or come on a magical evening tour. Please call for session times.

Multi tourism award winning natural hot springs just over an hour’s drive from Melbourne.

Over 30 different bathing experiences: thermal pools, reflexology walk, cave pool, Hamam, saunas, cold plunge pools and many more.

Also features a tranquil day spa and two cafés.

The RAAF Museum brings aviation history to life. Our airworthy fleet conducts regular interactive displays and the heritage gallery transports visitors from the RAAF’s beginnings in World War I through to today’s modern fighting force. Admission is free.

Immerse yourself in the excitement of Ballarat’s 1850s Goldrush. By day, pan for real gold and venture underground on a mine tour. By night, witness the spectacular sound-and-light show ‘Blood on the Southern Cross’. Accommodation and packages available.

Lighthouse Road, (off Great Ocean Road), Cape Otway Open daily: 9am to 5pm lightstation.com 5237 9240

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2365 Plenty Road, Whittlesea Please check website for details funfields.com.au 9716 1078

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10 K4 Badger Creek Road, Healesville Train: Lilydale Line, Lilydale Station Open daily: 9am to 5pm zoo.org.au/healesville 1300 966 784

12 J6 11-55 Waterview Close, Dandenong South Train: Pakenham, Cranbourne or Dandenong Line to Dandenong Station Bus: 892 from Dandenong Station Open daily: 10am to 11pm lemansgokarts.com.au 8787 8741

CBD pick-ups for scheduled tours.

Private tour pick-ups flexible.

Eat & Drink

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Please check website for details bigpicturetravel.com.au 0418 318 824

550 Tyabb-Tooradin Road, Pearcedale 16 J6 Open daily: 10am to 5pm (closed Christmas Day) moonlit-sanctuary.com 5978 7935

18 I 7 Springs Lane, Fingal (Rye), Mornington Peninsula Open daily: 7.30am to 10pm peninsulahotsprings.com 5950 8777

20 H5 Point Cook Road, Point Cook Tue-Fri, 10am to 3pm; weekends and public holidays, 10am to 5pm (closed Mon, Good Friday & Christmas Day)

8348 6040 airforce.gov.au/raafmuseum

22 E4 2 Bradshaw Street, Ballarat V/Line : Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Car: Western Hightway (A8) Open daily: 10am to 5pm (closed Christmas Day) sovereignhill.com.au 5337 1100

Friendly volunteers at the Melbourne Visitor Booth provide free maps and information on shopping, attractions and events in Melbourne. Open daily from 9am to 5pm (closed Good Friday and Christmas Day).

City Ambassadors

Dressed in their distinctive red uniforms, City Ambassadors provide a mobile information service in the city with information on shopping, events and how to get around. Monday to Saturday 10am to 4pm, Sunday noon to 3pm (excluding Good Friday and Christmas Day).

Melbourne Greeter Service

Free multilingual walking orientations of the city, conducted by trained volunteers. Orientations are conducted in English daily at 9.30am from the Melbourne Visitor Centre at Federation Square (excluding Good Friday and Christmas Day). Bookings are essential, phone 9658 9658 on weekdays and 9658 9942 on weekends or visit melbourne.vic.gov.au/greeter.

Melbourne Visitor Shuttle

The shuttle is an easy way to see many of Melbourne’s attractions. Hop on and hop off at any of the 13 stops along the route. A round trip takes approximately 90 minutes and includes an informative on-board audio commentary. Operates daily every 30 minutes from 9.30am to 4.30pm (excluding Christmas Day).

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Melbourne Visitor Booth in the Bourke Street Mall

Attractions Offers

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Adventure Park Geelong

Bacchus Marsh Avenue of Honour

Located just 10 minutes from Geelong, Adventure Park is Victoria’s biggest and most exciting theme park. Guests can keep cool this summer and enjoy unlimited rides all day long; including: aqua racer, lazy river, bonito’s bay water play, tiny tots, gold rush rapids and more. Pack a picnic, hire a BBQ or chill out in style with your own exclusive VIP Cabana.

The Avenue of Honour in Bacchus Marsh is surrounded by colourful orchards and market gardens. Traditional roadside stalls sell fresh produce direct from the grower.

Taste your way around pick-your-own orchards; meet the grower and fill your bags with the best produce nature can provide.

1249 Bellarine Highway, Geelong 1 G7 Bus: 75 or 76 from Geelong Station Please check website for details adventurepark.com.au 5250 2756

4 G4 Visitor Information Centre: 215 Main Street, Bacchus Marsh V/Line: To Bacchus Marsh Car: Western Highway (A8) Open daily: 9am to 5pm visitmoorabool.com.au 5367 7488

Australia’s Longest Continuous Rail Trail

Bunyip Tours

Come and explore the Goulburn River High Country Rail Trail. Beginning in Tallarook (only 50 minutes by rail from Southern Cross Station), explore the beauty of the heritage listed Trawool Valley, the mighty Goulburn River and its pristine surrounds. Transfers, bike hire and tours are available through Rail Trail Bike Tours.

2 Main Street, Tallarook V/Line: From Southern Cross Station Open daily 0417 594 998 railtrailbiketours.com.au

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Proud multiple winner of the Best Tour/ Transport Operator Victorian Tourism Award, we have been operating tours to Victoria’s premier destinations for over 14 years. Tours include the Great Ocean Road, Phillip Island, Wilsons Promontory and the Mornington Peninsula. Tours are in small coaches (max 24) ensuring personalised experiences for all guests.

5 I5 Main Tour Departure Point: 570 Flinders Street, Melbourne Tours operate daily, 24 hours reservations bunyiptours.com 9650 9680

Australian Garden

Cape Otway Lightstation

In the heart of the Royal Botanic Gardens Cranbourne you will find the stunning Australian Garden. Hop on the Garden Explorer, join a guided tour or discover your own way through this beautiful display of Australian plants. Relax at the café or pick up a unique botanic-inspired gift from The Gardens Shop.

Australia’s most significant lightstation.

Café, lighthouse, tours and accommodation.

The oldest lighthouse on mainland Australia, 90 meters above the Southern Ocean. Telegraph Station, radar bunker, koalas, kangaroos and whale watching, 4WD shipwreck tours and Aboriginal Cultural walk.

Corner Ballarto Road and Botanic Drive, Cranbourne Open daily: 9am to 5pm (closed Christmas Day) rbg.vic.gov.au 5990 2200

Lighthouse Road, (off Great Ocean Road), Cape Otway Open daily: 9am to 5pm lightstation.com 5237 9240

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Creswick Woollen Mills

Healesville Sanctuary

Creswick Woollen Mills is the last coloured woollen spinning mills of its kind in Australia. Creswick offers high quality natural fibre products designed with Australian conditions in mind. Take a tour of the historic working machinery, relax on the viewing deck, pat and feed the alpacas and browse the great range of Australian made products.

Explore a bushland haven for Australian wildlife at Healesville Sanctuary, just an hour from Melbourne in the Yarra Valley wine region. Wander through tranquil tracks and meet iconic Australian animals like koalas, kangaroos, platypus, dingoes, wombats and emus in their natural surrounds. Watch the world famous Spirits of the Sky and Wade with the Platypus shows!

7 E3 Railway Parade, Creswick Open daily: 9am to 5pm creswickwool.com.au 5345 2202

10 K4 Badger Creek Road, Healesville Train: Lilydale Line, Lilydale Station Open daily: 9am to 5pm zoo.org.au/healesville 1300 966 784

Funfields Family Fun Park

Kryal Castle

Come ride the Alpine Toboggan Slide, Go Karts, Bumper Boats, Pirate Ship, Mini Golf, 4 great waterslides, Electric Mini Cars & Bikes, Carousel, the all new Wacky Waters water play area and much more!

‘There’s Outdoor Fun For Everyone at Funfields.’

This fantasy based medieval castle offers fun for the entire family with its exciting daily shows and engaging experiences with knights, wizards, kings, queens, princesses and fairies.

Witness daring jousting contests, venture through the Dragon’s Labyrinth or Torture Museum and so much more. A land of myth, magic and medieval adventure!

2365 Plenty Road, Whittlesea Please check website for details funfields.com.au 9716 1078

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121 Forbes Road, Leigh Creek, Ballarat 11 E4 V/Line: To Ballarat Station Open daily: 10am to 5pm (last admissions 4pm). Open weekends only from 15 Jul- 8 Sep kryalcastle.com.au 5334 7388

Hanging Rock

Le Mans Go-Karts and Laserzone

Six million years in the making… Discover the mystery and allure of the world famous Hanging Rock, less than an hour’s drive from Melbourne in the Macedon Ranges. Walk to the summit, enjoy the Discovery Centre, take a picnic, dine at the café and see native birds or wildlife. Entry fees apply.

Le Mans Go-Karts and Laserzone is Victoria’s largest go-kart and laser skirmish complex.

Situated on 23 acres with four tracks, one laser tag building, bar and kiosk for the general public and private hire. Open all seasons and suitable for all ages. Paintball coming soon.

South Rock Road, Woodend Open daily: 9am to 5pm (closed Christmas Day) 1800 244 711 visitmacedonranges.com

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12 J6 11-55 Waterview Close, Dandenong South Train: Pakenham, Cranbourne or Dandenong Line to Dandenong Station Bus: 892 from Dandenong Station Open daily: 10am to 11pm lemansgokarts.com.au 8787 8741

Living Legends

Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Park

Meet and greet retired champion racehorses including winners of the Melbourne Cup such as Might and Power. Enjoy Devonshire tea or coffee in the historic homestead with heritage gardens, 1500 acres of surrounding bushland and kangaroos completing this traditional Australian setting. All next door to Melbourne Airport.

Victoria’s award-winning wildlife park.

Cuddle up to a koala, feed a wallaby, meet dingoes, emus, Tassie devils, colourful birds and fascinating reptiles, all in beautiful natural surroundings. Animal encounters daily or come on a magical evening tour. Please call for session times.

Woodlands Historic Homestead and Park Corner Oaklands and Sunbury Roads, Greenvale Open daily: 10am to 4pm (closed Christmas Day) livinglegends.org.au 9307 1165

550 Tyabb-Tooradin Road, Pearcedale 16 J6 Open daily: 10am to 5pm (closed Christmas Day) moonlit-sanctuary.com 5978 7935

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Melbourne Big Picture Travel

Mornington Peninsula Attractions Pass

Experience an alternative perspective of Melbourne on a fun cultural tour capped at only seven guests. Enjoy a rare mix of pleasure, conversation and spectacular scenery as you explore Melbourne’s development, character and global context via the stories and significant places of Port Phillip Bay.

See the icons of the picturesque Mornington Peninsula, only one hours drive from Melbourne.

Includes Ashcombe Maze & Lavender Gardens, Cape Schanck Lighthouse, Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Park and Peninsula Hot Springs.

Plus bonus offers for Box Stallion Winery, Sea Road Ferries and Sunny Ridge Strawberry Farm. Great value, save 40+%. Valid for three months. Purchase tickets from attractions or the Frankston or Mornington Peninsula Information Centres. Adult $63; Child $45.

CBD pick-ups for scheduled tours.

Private tour pick-ups flexible.

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Please check website for details bigpicturetravel.com.au 0418 318 824

Various sites across the Mornington Peninsula emmp.net.au 5987 3078

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Montalto Vineyard & Olive Grove

Peninsula Hot Springs

A breathtaking family run estate offering an epicurean journey of multi-award winning wine and olive oil, a Chef’s Hat rated restaurant, produce gardens, spectacular contemporary sculpture and natural wetlands.

We invite you to share in our dream.

Multi tourism award winning natural hot springs just over an hour’s drive from Melbourne.

Over 30 different bathing experiences: thermal pools, reflexology walk, cave pool, Hamam, saunas, cold plunge pools and many more.

Also features a tranquil day spa and two cafés.

15 I 7 33 Shoreham Road, Red Hill South Open daily: Please check website for details montalto.com.au 5989 8412

18 I 7 Springs Lane, Fingal (Rye), Mornington Peninsula Open daily: 7.30am to 10pm peninsulahotsprings.com 5950 8777

Puffing Billy Steam Railway

Sovereign Hill

Australia’s favourite steam train travels through the magnificent Dandenong Ranges. Journey in traditional excursion train carriages or alternatively, travel first class in heritage dining carriages on the ‘Steam & Cuisine Luncheon Train’.

Immerse yourself in the excitement of Ballarat’s 1850s Goldrush. By day, pan for real gold and venture underground on a mine tour. By night, witness the spectacular sound-and-light show ‘Blood on the Southern Cross’. Accommodation and packages available.

19 J5 1 Old Monbulk Road, Belgrave Train: Belgrave Line, Belgrave Station Bus: 693 from Oakleigh Station Open daily: Please see website for timetable (closed Christmas Day) puffingbilly.com.au 9757 0700

22 E4 2 Bradshaw Street, Ballarat V/Line : Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Car: Western Hightway (A8) Open daily: 10am to 5pm (closed Christmas Day) sovereignhill.com.au 5337 1100

RAAF Museum – Point Cook

Sunny Ridge Strawberry Farm

The RAAF Museum brings aviation history to life. Our airworthy fleet conducts regular interactive displays and the heritage gallery transports visitors from the RAAF’s beginnings in World War I through to today’s modern fighting force. Admission is free.

Enjoy our picturesque hinterland location and ‘Pick Your Own’ Strawberries (November to April). Indulge in heavenly desserts and farm made ice cream, or sample boutique strawberry wines at the Rebello cellar door. Local gourmet products, gifts and seasonal farm-gate produce available.

20 H5 Point Cook Road, Point Cook Tue-Fri, 10am to 3pm; weekends and public holidays, 10am to 5pm (closed Mon, Good Friday & Christmas Day)

8348 6040 airforce.gov.au/raafmuseum

23 I 7 244 Shands Road, Main Ridge Open daily: Nov-Apr, 9am to 5pm Weekends only: May-Oct, 11am to 4pm (closed Good Friday, Christmas Day & New Years Day) sunnyridge.com.au 5989 4500

Searoad Ferries

The Enchanted Adventure Garden

The spectacular 40 minute trip between Sorrento and Queenscliff links Melbourne’s most magnificent coastal regions. Travel on foot or bring your car – it’s the fast and environmentally friendly alternative to the drive round the Bay. There are ever-changing sights – watch out for dolphins, whales in winter and enormous ships as you breathe incredibly fresh air.

The Enchanted Adventure Garden has something for everyone. Enjoy the three Hedge Mazes, 20 beautiful gardens, 3D Indoor Maze, Australian Bush Sculpture, four thrilling Tube Slide Rides and our newest attraction: Tree Surfing - a high ropes adventure with five different levels of difficulty. An easy daytrip from Melbourne and a half or full day activity.

Queenscliff Harbour & Sorrento Pier Open daily: 7am to 6pm searoad.com.au 5258 3244

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24 I 7 55 Purves Road, Arthurs Seat Open daily: Please check website for details 5981 8449 enchantedadventure.com.au treesurfing.com.au

The Flinders Hotel

William Ricketts Sanctuary

The Flinders Hotel has a rich history spanning nearly 125 years and has been an integral part of the Flinders landscape.

Enjoy a weekend away at Quarters at Flinders Hotel, our new boutique accommodation.

Experience casual dining at The Deck, enjoy the ambiance at Terminus restaurant (awarded One Hat by The Age Good Food Guide 2013) or even hold your next function or special occasion at our event space, Peninsula.

Stroll along the pathways of this tranquil sanctuary where mystical sculptures of Aboriginal figures hide amongst the lush ferns and towering gum trees.

Corner Cook & Wood Streets, Flinders 25 I 7 Open daily: Please check website for details flindershotel.com.au 5989 0201

Mt Dandenong Tourist Road, Mt Dandenong Train: Belgrave Line to Belgrave or Croydon Station Bus: To Olinda from Belgrave or Croydon Station Open daily: 10am to 4.30pm (except Christmas Day) parks.vic.gov.au 13 1963

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Experience an African adventure on over 200 hectares of beautiful natural surrounds just 30 minutes from Melbourne. Get on board a guided safari tour across the unique open range savannah and spot rhinos, giraffes and zebras!

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K Road, Werribee Train: Werribee Line, Werribee Station Bus: 439, Werribee Open Range Zoo Coach: Werribee Park Shuttle from the city Open daily: 9am to 5pm zoo.org.au/werribee 1300 966 784

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