You will get to experience the country culture and make amazing memories that will last a lifetime.
1. Have the Best Family Vacation in Inverloch
If you are travelling with your family there is no better place in Victoria than this amazing little coastal town of Inverloch. It is the perfect retreat if you and your family are water-sport junkies and beach lovers. Because the beaches are protected by Venus Bay peninsula it makes it safe for children to learn how to swim, surf or simply enjoy the beaches and water without having to worry about them too much.
You can even explore all the hidden places that Inverloch has to offer to take some time off all the water adventures. There are many amazing lookouts that you can hike to and relax watching the magical sunsets. If your children are interested in dinosaurs there is an awesome prehistoric adventure that you can take them on.
It is located in The Caves where there are so many dinosaur fossils that they can look at and learn about. After all the adventures there are places where the parents can take their time and relax. The best place to do so is at Dirty Three Wines. There you'll be able to try out local wines and the delicious foods this place has to offer.
Whatever your preference, there is a wide range of accommodation in Victoria to suit all budgets, preferences and ways of traveling with a wide range of luxury and boutique hotels. Discover the elegance of iconic buildings or relax in a resort where contemporary decor and architecture stand out. If your dream is to stay in a warm and homely environment, try the furnished apartments. If your budget is limited, choose one of the small hotels on offer, the well-known Bed & Breakfasts or a chain of motels.
2. Enjoy Exploring the National Park in Mallacoota
If you are someone who likes to spend time exploring the wilderness while enjoying the cool ocean breeze, Croajingolong National Park is the way to go. The National Park has so many unique landscapes and ancient forests that will take your breath away. But there is so much more than just hiking you can do while you are visiting Mallacoota.
If you are someone who is not interested in national parks there are places like the Gabo Island Lighthouse. There are many things you can do there like whale and dolphin watching and sometimes you will also see penguins. In Mallacoota, you can go boating, golfing, fishing, surfing and many different things that will please just about any traveller.
3. Have a Magical Bike Ride to Apollo Bay
What people don't realise is that the Great Ocean Road is easily the best and most marvellous nature's creation. Therefore it is something that should be visited at least once in a lifetime. This amazing place holds the most iconic and legendary rock pillars that are called Twelve Apostles. They are worth every single minute of your time not only because they are such an attraction but there are many scenic nature parts.
And it is best to get an ebike to make the most out of this magical place. While riding a bike you will be able to take routes that will show you the unique structure and amazing biking trails that will leave you breathless. Some of the best ones are Noorat Bike Trail and Camperdown to Timboon Rail trail.
4. Have a Lovely Day in Melbourne
As we all know there are so many fun things to do in Melbourne as it is the most diverse and unique city in Australia. This magical city is full of great entertainment, fancy coffee and food places as well as majestic allies and places to discover. With so many places to explore in Melbourne, you will have your agenda full at all times.
If you are someone who likes to explore and discover what cities have to offer Melbourne is perfect for you. There are not only hidden secrets and gems but it also has amazing boutiques and the famous Yarra River. For a relaxing time, there is nothing that is better than taking a boat ride down the Yarra River and some good quality lunch and drinks.
5. Transport back in time in Ballarat
Ballarat is a wonderful place. Best part is, it is only 1 hour drive from Melbourne, so you are never too far from a major town or even airport. People are very welcoming and friendly in Ballarat, like most of regional Australia. And unlike other regional towns, Ballarat is actually not a small town.
You will find almost all major chains of shopping stores in Ballarat like Myers, Harris Scarfe, etc. You will find people from many nationalities here, hence restaurants that cater food of different cuisines. Avoid Ballarat if you are averse to cold weather. It is cold 9-10 months a year and once in a while snows there too. A double digit temperature is considered a great day in Ballarat.
There are tourist attractions like Sovereign hill that will transport you back in time to the Australia of 1860s, lake Wendouree which is wonderful for morning or evening walks while Great Ocean Road and Geelong (where this is an awesome water park for kids and adults) are also just an hour's drive.
6. Experience the Diversity of the Dandenong
The Dandenong up above Belgrave have similar landscapes and also share the artistic legacy this area has - artists have been painting the bush since Europeans arrived in this country, and it can be really interesting to see their perspectives on it. Australia was (and is) so very different to pretty much everywhere else on earth - and the landscape and trees, birds and animals is what makes Australia unique: get out of town, taste some fresh air and smell the gum leaves!
7. Experience the Diversity of the Grampians National Park
The Grampians National Park is one of the most beautiful national parks in Australia. It is partly made for someone who wants to explore breathtaking scenic diversity. There is nothing that will make you breathless than sunset views, waterfalls and rugged sandstone ridges. This national park has many different native birds and marsupials and flora that will make the animal spotting even more fun and enjoyable.
Along with those magical sights, you will also be able to see fascinating ancient indigenous art. If you happen to stray away outside the park there are so many destinations that you will be able to enjoy like modern art studios to ghost tours.
No matter which places you visit in Victoria you will have the best time getting to know the State and experiencing all that it has to offer. Even though it is Australia's second-smallest state there are still plenty of opportunities to have fun and experience new things.
