Best time to visit Victoria
21 THINGS TO DO IN VICTORIA (NOVEMBER 26 - DECEMBER 05)
Christmas Season
Enjoy a whole month of Christmas trees, lights, carols, and delicious food in Melbourne
Kangaroo Watching
Charismatic kangaroos are the most popular wild animals in Victoria
Koalas
While these small grey creatures sleep in eucalyptus branches, tourists have one calling–to see koalas and be touched!
Rhododendron Blooming in Dandenong Ranges Botanic Garden
Contemplate the beauty of this stunning flower that grows across the Dandenong Ranges
Waterfalls near Melbourne
Discover the numerous incredible waterfalls of Victoria
Great Ocean Road
Drive along one of the most scenic coastal roads in the world and enjoy the nature
Phillip Island Penguin Parade
The world-famous Penguin Parade on the Phillip Island is one of the most visited tourist attractions in Australia
Beach Season in Victoria
Spend your vacation on one of Victoria's beautiful beaches from which you can enjoy stunning panoramic views of the Southern Ocean
Wildflowers
Enjoy the riot of bright colours of wildflowers from late August–early September when spring comes to Victoria
Rose Blooming in Victoria State Rose Garden
This large-scale botanical garden dedicated exclusively to roses, in October, attracts thousands of visitors who come to admire the Queen of Flowers
Surfing Off Victoria Coast
The wild coast of Victoria may offer the best surfing in the world, among the densely overgrown hills and cliffs
Mountain Pygmy Possum
A rare kind of possum once considered an extinct species is now found in a decent population of some 2600 individuals, yet only within 10 km radius of Australia's highlands
Flying Duck Orchid
Tiny flower resembling a flying duck lures insects into its arms, captivates, and enslaves them
Bicentennial National Trail
Thousands of miles winding through the wildest corridor along Australia's east coast was once passable by horse riders only
Birdwatching
Every year, people from all over the world come to Southern Victoria to enjoy many migratory birds
Fur Seal Breeding Season
At the rookery of fur seals, there is constant turmoil: some pups sleep, some get food, some play, some snarl at neighbours or even climb the rocks
Sydney Rock Oyster
Are you ready to taste these fancy little bivalves with a glass of Champagne?
Asparagus
In most refined dishes, asparagus should maintain its taste and structure: it should be slightly soft, but not too much
Great Alpine Road
Discover the most beautiful mountains, scenic vineyards, wildflower fields and lush forests of Victoria
Rock Climbing
Victora offers endless climbing opportunities including beautiful cracks, ledges, and spectacular peaks
Capsicum
This glossy and brightly colored fruit will be a good addition to your meal
29 THINGS TO DO OUT OF SELECTED DATE RANGE
Tesselaar Tulip Festival
unconfirmedThe largest flower festival of the continent strikes with bright colours and great entertainment
Picnic at Hanging Rock Car Show
canceledCheck out this exhibition of retro cars of different models and brands
Cherry Blossom
out of rangeEnjoy the beauty of hanami season in Victoria
Melbourne Festival
out of rangeA leading art event in Australia brings more than two weeks of entertainment at indoor and outdoor venues throughout the city
Melbourne Music Week
out of rangeMelbourne Music Week creates a leisurely summer mood
Whale Watching in Victoria
out of rangeYou will definitely meet humpback and blue whales during the migration period off Victoria coast
Chinese New Year in Melbourne
out of rangeOne of the biggest Chinese quarters in the world is celebrating its biggest holiday
Pine Mushrooms (Saffron Milk Caps)
out of rangeThese grow in places where the soil is densely covered with old coniferous needles, and often hide under them
Skiing
out of rangeDid you know that the State of Victoria boasts the largest number of ski resorts in Australia?
Boxing Day
out of rangeOne of the best days to go shopping or enjoy a family BBQ
Electric Gardens Festival
unconfirmedElectronic-centric music festival in Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Adelaide, and also Auckland
Great Ocean Road Running Festival
out of rangeA unique running event which offers the best coastal views of Victoria
Wombat Watching
out of rangeThis is another of Australia's miracles
Summit Survivor
out of rangeThe toughest obstacle-dense course in Victoria
Ballarat International Foto Biennale
out of rangeThis is the only photographic biennale in Australia that attracts a huge number of elite and new photographers from different countries
Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix
on holdPhillip Island offers a superb circuit for one of the most exciting motorsport events in the world
Quince
out of rangeOne of the latest fruits of the year that will brighten up any dessert!
Aurora Australis or Southern Lights
out of rangeCapture the beauty of the aurora australis in the southernmost regions of mainland Australia
New Year's Eve & New Year's Day
out of rangeSay 'hello' to 2021 with Melbourne Street Feasts
Festival of Sails
out of rangeThe festival in Geelong is the most ancient sporting event of Victoria, as well as the largest annual regatta of keel yachts in the southern hemisphere
Australian Grand Prix
out of rangeWitness how the first Formula 1 race of the year speeds up from 0 to 200mph in a flash
AFL Grand Final
canceledEven if you are not familiar with the rules of Australian football, don't miss this greatest sports event in the country
Rainbow Serpent Festival
out of rangeAustralia's most colourful party, one of the best of its kind in all of the Southern Hemisphere
Halloween in Melbourne
on holdCemetery tours, spooky attractions, a scary maze and other fun things to try
Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach
out of rangeThis surf competition is so fascinating that it cannot be missed even if you are not a fan of this sport
Australian Open
out of rangeThe famous Australian Open Tennis Championships is among the four Grand Slam tournaments
Pumpkin Season
out of rangePumpkin seeds were brought to Australia on the First Fleet back in 1788
Easter
out of rangeEaster Bilbies, shows, and festivals—there's something extraordinary about Easter celebrations in Australia
Zaidee's Mad Cow Mud Run in Shepparton-Mooroopna
out of rangeOne of the funniest races in southeast Australia
