Getting out of Melbourne and seeing something of the surrounding countryside is also a must do while you are here. Enjoy the luxury of a private tour crafted to meet your very own preferences or take an organised larger tour, there is lots to do and see in every direction from our city.
Choose from the best known places of interest throughout Victoria, the Yarra Valley, Mornington Peninsula, Bellarine Peninsula and Macedon Ranges are well known for producing exceptional wines and provide a great day out.
The Great Ocean Road (12 Apostles), Phillip Island Penguins, the Ballarat and Bendigo Goldfields, the Dandenongs and more offer unique and interesting touring for day or multi-day trips.
Use the links below to find out more and help you plan your stay. Our advertisers are selected for their often unique benefits to our visitors as we want you to enjoy the best we have to offer.
Great Ocean Road
South west of Melbourne lies the Great ocean Road with one of the world’s great scenic drives.
Bellarine Peninsula
South west of Melbourne and east of Geelong is this newly discovered land of beach side vineyards.
Mornington Peninsula
South east of Melbourne is this vineyard and beach heaven, sun and fun with great wine to match. A short drive away, you could spend days here.
Phillip Island
South east of Melbourne lies the ‘Island’, home to our famous penguin walk koalas, the Philip Island Raceway, surfing and much more.
Yarra Valley
Northeast of Melbourne is the home to some of Victoria’s most famous vineyards, the amazing Healesville wildlife park and fabulous eateries.
Dandenongs
East of Melbourne is our closest high ground offering craft shopping, eating and views of Melbourne.
Macedon Ranges
North west of Melbourne the macedon ranges offer our coldest wine area offering stunning whites and country vistas.
Ballarat / Bendigo
West of Melbourne is our famous gold region, go down mines and pan for gold, see history that made Melbourne one of the world’s great wealthy cities.
