Best time to visit Victoria
18 THINGS TO DO IN VICTORIA
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!
Phillip Island Penguin Parade
The world-famous Penguin Parade on the Phillip Island is one of the most visited tourist attractions in Australia
Tesselaar Tulip Festival
The largest flower festival of the continent strikes with bright colours and great entertainment
Great Ocean Road
Drive along one of the most scenic coastal roads in the world and enjoy the nature
Whale Watching
You will definitely meet humpback and blue whales during the migration period off Victoria coast
Melbourne Festival
A leading art event in Australia brings more than two weeks of entertainment at indoor and outdoor venues throughout the city
Surfing
The wild coast of Victoria may offer the best surfing in the world, among the densely overgrown hills and cliffs
Waterfalls near Melbourne
Discover the numerous incredible waterfalls of Victoria
Rhododendron Blooming in Dandenong Ranges Botanic Garden
Contemplate the beauty of this stunning flower that grows across the Dandenong Ranges
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
Wildflowers
Enjoy the riot of bright colours of wildflowers from late August–early September when spring comes to Victoria
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
Birdwatching
Every year, people from all over the world come to Southern Victoria to enjoy many migratory birds
Bicentennial National Trail
Thousands of kilometres winding through the wildest corridor along Australia's east coast was once passable by horse riders only
Flying Duck Orchid
Tiny flower resembling a flying duck lures insects into its arms, captivates, and enslaves them
Rock Climbing
Victora offers endless climbing opportunities including beautiful cracks, ledges, and spectacular peaks
Sydney Rock Oyster
Are you ready to taste these fancy little bivalves with a glass of Champagne?
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Wombat Watching
This is another of Australia's miracles
Beach Season
Spend your vacation on one of Victoria's beautiful beaches from which you can enjoy stunning panoramic views of the Southern Ocean
Melbourne Music Week
Melbourne Music Week creates a leisurely summer mood
Picnic at Hanging Rock Car Show
Check out this exhibition of retro cars of different models and brands
Australian Grand Prix
Witness how the first Formula 1 race of the year speeds up from 0 to 200mph in a flash
Skiing
Did you know that the State of Victoria boasts the largest number of ski resorts in Australia?
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
Great Ocean Road Running Festival
A unique running event which offers the best coastal views of Victoria
Festival of Sails
The 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 Motorcycle Grand Prix
Phillip Island offers a superb circuit for one of the most exciting motorsport events in the world
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
Australian Open
The famous Australian Open Tennis Championships is among the four Grand Slam tournaments
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
