VICTORIA (VIC)

Melbourne CBD skyline at sunset with hot air balloons floating above and the Yarra River in the foreground.

Greater Melbourne

Laneways, shopping precincts, bayside dining and cultural attractions make this the heart of Victoria’s business, sport and cultural life, with events and experiences throughout the year.
Aerial view of Blairgowrie on the Mornington Peninsula with a jetty extending into calm waters.

Mornington Peninsula

Beaches, wineries and hot springs define this coastal region, with seaside towns, cellar doors and scenic trails making it a popular escape close to Melbourne.
View of Melbourne’s skyline in the distance with the Eastern Suburbs and green landscapes seen from Burkes Lookout in the Dandenong Ranges.

Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges

Wineries, gardens and scenic drives characterise this region, offering wine tasting, mountain villages and forest walks in a cool-climate landscape just east of Melbourne.
Crowds enjoying the waterfront, pools, and grassy areas at Eastern Beach Reserve in Geelong, Victoria, with the ferris wheel in the background.

Geelong and the Bellarine Peninsula

Waterfront attractions, beaches and regional wineries define this area, where Geelong’s city life meets heritage towns, boutique dining and coastal relaxation.
Calm waves rolling onto the sandy shore at Inverloch Beach, Victoria, under a cloudy sky.

Gippsland

Lakes, bushland and coastline provide space for adventure, from Wilsons Promontory to Lakes Entrance and alpine peaks, with fishing, hiking and regional produce along the way.
Cows grazing under scattered trees in a golden paddock near Beechworth, rural Victoria, Australia.

High Country

Snowfields, vineyards and alpine villages make this a year-round destination, with ski resorts, heritage streets and cycling or hiking trails set against impressive mountain landscapes.
Boardwalk at Mill Point on Lake Wendouree in Ballarat, Victoria.

Goldfields

Gold rush history, mineral springs and thriving arts define this region, with Ballarat, Bendigo and Castlemaine offering heritage streets, galleries and regional dining.
Rocky cliffs of Mount Zero Road surrounded by dense bushland in Halls Gap, Victoria.

The Grampians

Sandstone ranges, waterfalls and Aboriginal rock art shape this area, with hiking trails, wildlife, cellar doors and striking landscapes centred around Grampians National Park.
The Twelve Apostles rock formations rising from the ocean along the Great Ocean Road near Anglesea, Victoria.

Great Ocean Road

Stretching from Torquay to Port Campbell, this world-famous coastal drive features the Twelve Apostles, beaches, surf breaks and seaside towns offering food, culture and views.
Reflection of gum trees along the Little Murray River at Swan Hill, Victoria. Credit: John Morton, Flickr: https://www.flickr.com/photos/184659367@N07/49904053357. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0/

The Murray River

Australia’s longest river offers cruises, fishing and water activities, alongside historic ports, vineyards and cultural attractions across towns such as Echuca, Swan Hill and Mildura.
Scenic view of Warrnambool with a red-topped lighthouse, coastal greenery, and the ocean in the background under a blue sky.

Western District

Coastal attractions, volcanic landscapes and historic towns define this area, with Warrnambool, Hamilton and Camperdown offering gardens, wildlife and cultural heritage.
Rocky shoreline at Apollo Bay with turquoise waters and rolling green hills in the background.

The Otways

Rainforest trails, waterfalls and coastal scenery meet in this region, with Apollo Bay, Beech Forest and Birregurra offering dining, walks and relaxing escapes.
Panoramic view on Mount Macedon under a clear blue sky. Credit: Philip Mallis from Melbourne, Wikimedia Commons: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Panorama_from_unnamed_lookout_on_Mount_Macedon.jpg

Macedon Ranges

Cool-climate wines, gardens and natural landmarks define this area, with Hanging Rock, Mount Macedon and boutique villages offering trails, dining and scenic getaways.