Best time to visit Victoria
20 THINGS TO DO IN VICTORIA (SEPTEMBER 12 - SEPTEMBER 21)
Tesselaar Tulip Festival
The largest flower festival of the continent strikes with bright colours and great entertainment
Cherry Blossom
Enjoy the beauty of hanami season in Victoria
Aurora Australis or Southern Lights
Capture the beauty of the aurora australis in the southernmost regions of mainland Australia
Whale Watching in Victoria
You will definitely meet humpback and blue whales during the migration period off Victoria coast
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
Phillip Island Penguin Parade
The world-famous Penguin Parade on the Phillip Island is one of the most visited tourist attractions in Australia
Great Ocean Road
Drive along one of the most scenic coastal roads in the world and enjoy the nature
Wildflowers
Enjoy the riot of bright colours of wildflowers from late August–early September when spring comes to Victoria
Surfing Off Victoria Coast
The wild coast of Victoria may offer the best surfing in the world, among the densely overgrown hills and cliffs
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
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?
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
Fishing in the Gippsland Region
Fresh water streams and lots of fish make the Gippsland region the best fishing destination in Victoria
32 THINGS TO DO OUT OF SELECTED DATE RANGE
Picnic at Hanging Rock Car Show
unconfirmedCheck out this exhibition of retro cars of different models and brands
Rising: Melbourne (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
Rainbow Serpent Festival
out of rangeAustralia's most colourful party, one of the best of its kind in all of the Southern Hemisphere
Christmas Season
out of rangeEnjoy a whole month of Christmas trees, lights, carols, and delicious food in Melbourne
Chinese New Year in Melbourne
out of rangeOne of the biggest Chinese quarters in the world is celebrating its biggest holiday
Beach Season in Victoria
out of rangeSpend your vacation on one of Victoria's beautiful beaches from which you can enjoy stunning panoramic views of the Southern Ocean
Summit Survivor
unconfirmedThe toughest obstacle-dense course in Victoria
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
New Year's Eve & New Year's Day
out of rangeSay 'hello' to 2021 with Melbourne Street Feasts
Halloween in Melbourne
on holdCemetery tours, spooky attractions, a scary maze and other fun things to try
Boxing Day
out of rangeOne of the best days to go shopping or enjoy a family BBQ
Electric Gardens Festival
out of rangeElectronic-centric music festival in Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Adelaide, and also Auckland
Skiing
out of rangeDid you know that the State of Victoria boasts the largest number of ski resorts in Australia?
Rose Blooming in Victoria State Rose Garden
out of rangeThis large-scale botanical garden dedicated exclusively to roses, in October, attracts thousands of visitors who come to admire the Queen of Flowers
Quince
out of rangeOne of the latest fruits of the year that will brighten up any dessert!
Mountain Pygmy Possum
out of rangeA 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
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
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
out of rangePhillip Island offers a superb circuit for one of the most exciting motorsport events in the world
AFL Grand Final
out of rangeEven if you are not familiar with the rules of Australian football, don't miss this greatest sports event in the country
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
Oz Comic Con Melbourne
out of rangeOne of Australia's premier cosplay events
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
unconfirmedThe famous Australian Open Tennis Championships is among the four Grand Slam tournaments
Fur Seal Breeding Season
out of rangeAt 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
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
Pumpkin Season
out of rangePumpkin seeds were brought to Australia on the First Fleet back in 1788
Capsicum
out of rangeThis glossy and brightly colored fruit will be a good addition to your meal
