Best time to visit Victoria
20 THINGS TO DO IN VICTORIA (SEPTEMBER 14 - SEPTEMBER 23)
Tesselaar Tulip Festival
The largest flower festival of the continent strikes with bright colours and great entertainment
Southern Lights
Southern parts of Australia are lucky to witness the glowing aurora australis
Cherry Blossom
Enjoy the beauty of hanami season 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!
Whale Watching in Victoria
You will definitely meet humpback and blue whales during the migration period off Victoria coast
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
Rhododendron Blooming in Dandenong Ranges Botanic Garden
Contemplate the beauty of this stunning flower that grows across the Dandenong Ranges
Surfing Off Victoria Coast
The wild coast of Victoria may offer the best surfing in the world, among the densely overgrown hills and cliffs
Wildflowers
Enjoy the riot of bright colours of wildflowers from late August–early September when spring comes to Victoria
Flying Duck Orchid
Tiny flower resembling a flying duck lures insects into its arms, captivates, and enslaves them
Bicentennial National Trail
Thousands of kilometres winding through the wildest corridor along Australia's east coast was once passable by horse riders only
Whale Watching in Tasmania
The annual migration brings whales to Tasmania waters
Birdwatching
Every year, people from all over the world come to Southern Victoria to enjoy many migratory birds
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
Rock Climbing
Victora offers endless climbing opportunities including beautiful cracks, ledges, and spectacular peaks
Great Alpine Road
Discover the most beautiful mountains, scenic vineyards, wildflower fields and lush forests of Victoria
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Melbourne Festival
A leading art event in Australia brings more than two weeks of entertainment at indoor and outdoor venues throughout the city
Picnic at Hanging Rock Car Show
Check out this exhibition of retro cars of different models and brands
Melbourne Music Week
Melbourne Music Week creates a leisurely summer mood
Christmas Season
Enjoy a whole month of Christmas trees, lights, carols and delicious food in Melbourne
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
Skiing
Did you know that the State of Victoria boasts the largest number of ski resorts in Australia?
Boxing Day
One of the best days to go shopping or enjoy a family BBQ
Pine Mushrooms (Saffron Milk Caps)
These grow in places where the soil is densely covered with old coniferous needles, and often hide under them
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
Great Ocean Road Running Festival
A unique running event which offers the best coastal views of Victoria
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 Motorcycle Grand Prix
Phillip Island offers a superb circuit for one of the most exciting motorsport events in the world
Wombat Watching
This is another of Australia's miracles
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
Electric Gardens Festival
Electronic-centric music festival in Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Adelaide, and also Auckland
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 Grand Prix
Witness how the first Formula 1 race of the year speeds up from 0 to 200mph in a flash
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
Quince
One of the latest fruits of the year that will brighten up any dessert!
Summit Survivor
The toughest obstacle-dense course in Victoria
Rainbow Serpent Festival
Australia's most colourful party, one of the best of its kind in all of the Southern Hemisphere
Australian Open
The famous Australian Open Tennis Championships is among the four Grand Slam tournaments
Halloween in Melbourne
Cemetery tours, spooky attractions, a scary maze and other fun things to try
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
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
Pumpkin Season
Pumpkin seeds were brought to Australia on the First Fleet back in 1788
Easter
Easter Bilbies, shows, and festivals—there's something extraordinary about Easter celebrations in Australia
Zaidee's Mad Cow Mud Run in Shepparton-Mooroopna
One of the funniest races in southeast Australia
Capsicum
This glossy and brightly colored fruit will be a good addition to your meal
