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Best time to visit
50 things to do in Victoria
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Great Ocean Road Running Festival
A unique running event which offers the best coastal views of Victoria
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Wildflowers
Enjoy the riot of bright colours of wildflowers from late August–early September when spring comes to Victoria
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Skiing
Did you know that the State of Victoria boasts the largest number of ski resorts in Australia?
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Rhododendron Blooming in Dandenong Ranges Botanic Garden
Contemplate the beauty of this stunning flower that grows across the Dandenong Ranges
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Birdwatching
Every year, people from all over the world come to Southern Victoria to enjoy many migratory birds
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Kangaroo Watching
Charismatic kangaroos are the most popular wild animals in Victoria
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Festival of Sails in Geelong
Victoria's oldest sporting event and the southern hemisphere's largest annual keel yacht regatta
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Rising: Melbourne (Melbourne Festival)
A leading art event in Australia brings more than two weeks of entertainment at indoor and outdoor venues throughout the city
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Ballarat International Foto Biennale
This is the only photographic biennale in Australia that attracts a huge number of elite and new photographers from different countries
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Christmas Season
Enjoy a whole month of Christmas trees, lights, carols, and delicious food in Melbourne
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Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach
This surf competition is so fascinating that it cannot be missed even if you are not a fan of this sport
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Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix
Phillip Island offers a superb circuit for one of the most exciting motorsport events in the world
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Australian Open
The famous Australian Open Tennis Championships is among the four Grand Slam tournaments
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Chinese New Year in Melbourne
One of the biggest Chinese quarters in the world is celebrating its biggest holiday
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AFL Grand Final
Even if you are not familiar with the rules of Australian football, don't miss this greatest sports event in the country
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Waterfalls near Melbourne
Discover the numerous incredible waterfalls of Victoria
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Picnic at Hanging Rock Car Show
Check out this exhibition of retro cars of different models and brands
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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
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Flying Duck Orchid
Tiny flower resembling a flying duck lures insects into its arms, captivates, and enslaves them
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Rock Climbing
Victora offers endless climbing opportunities including beautiful cracks, ledges, and spectacular peaks
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Fishing in the Gippsland Region
Fresh water streams and lots of fish make the Gippsland region the best fishing destination in Victoria
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Tesselaar Tulip Festival
The largest flower festival of the continent strikes with bright colours and great entertainment
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Whale Watching in Victoria
You will definitely meet humpback and blue whales during the migration period off Victoria coast
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Surfing Off Victoria Coast
The wild coast of Victoria may offer the best surfing in the world, among the densely overgrown hills and cliffs
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Koalas
While these small grey creatures sleep in eucalyptus branches, tourists have one calling–to see koalas and be touched!
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Melbourne Music Week
Melbourne Music Week creates a leisurely summer mood
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Phillip Island Penguin Parade
The world-famous Penguin Parade on the Phillip Island is one of the most visited tourist attractions in Australia
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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
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Sydney Rock Oyster
Are you ready to taste these fancy little bivalves with a glass of Champagne?
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Pumpkin Season
Pumpkin seeds were brought to Australia on the First Fleet back in 1788
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Capsicum
This glossy and brightly colored fruit will be a good addition to your meal
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Asparagus
In most refined dishes, asparagus should maintain its taste and structure: it should be slightly soft, but not too much
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Pine Mushrooms (Saffron Milk Caps)
These grow in places where the soil is densely covered with old coniferous needles, and often hide under them
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Electric Gardens Festival
Electronic-centric music festival in Sydney, Melbourne, and Perth
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Rainbow Spirit Festival
Australia's most colourful party, one of the best of its kind in all of the Southern Hemisphere
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Easter
Easter Bilbies, shows, and festivals—there's something extraordinary about Easter celebrations in Australia
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Great Alpine Road
Discover the most beautiful mountains, scenic vineyards, wildflower fields and lush forests of Victoria
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Halloween in Melbourne
Cemetery tours, spooky attractions, a scary maze and other fun things to try
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Zaidee's Mad Cow Mud Run in Shepparton-Mooroopna
One of the funniest races in southeast Australia
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Aurora Australis or Southern Lights
Capture the beauty of the aurora australis in the southernmost regions of mainland Australia
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New Year's Eve & New Year's Day
Say 'hello' to a new beginning with a free Melbourne fireworks show
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Wangaratta Festival of Jazz & Blues
A much-loved regional celebration of cool jazz and rousing blues
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Meredith Music Festival
Experience the quintessential joy of music at the celebration in the heart of Victoria