Explore Victoria

Victoria is the second-smallest state of Australia in size, roughly the size of Britain, and the second largest in population with around five million people. It is located in the south-east corner of Australia and has a wealth of diverse regions and attractions, mostly accessible as day trips from the capital city, Melbourne.

Every region of Victoria has its own unique landscape and culture, from the world-class wineries, restaurants, beaches and romantic retreats to Australia's richest concentration of mineral springs. You will find historic towns, magnificent architecture and gardens and rich touring experience in the gold rush towns, beach resorts, snow fields and waterways.

Spectacular scenery, inland water playgrounds, beautiful Victorian beach resorts, natural attractions, wildlife in its natural habitat, authentic farm country and maritime villages are all other diversities of regional Victoria. Experience major festivals and events or shop in some of the best shopping precincts in Melbourne.

EXPERIENCE MELBOURNE

Melbourne is located on the Yarra River, around the shores of Port Phillip Bay. Populated with about 3 and a half million people, Melbourne has twice been voted one of the "most liveable cities in the world" Renowned for our striking architecture and parks and gardens, Melbourne is a rich cultural hub.

Melbourne is a vibrant, friendly, multicultural city that's easy to get around. Well known for its sense of style and sophistication, Melbourne offers some of the best shopping in Australia. Melbourne is home to leading fashions houses and has produced some of the country's top designers. There all kinds of arcades and laneways throughout the city with funky little designer shops, factory outlets and markets as well as the fantastic multilevel complexes at QV, GPO and Melbourne Central.

Melbourne's also famous for its wide range of world-class restaurants, bars and clubs and is very famous for its coffee culture. We have hundreds of groovy little night-spots, wine bars and music venues hidden throughout the city - so after taking in a great meal and show, finish your night off with a cocktail, or perhaps you'd like to dance till dawn.

Getting around Melbourne is easy too, with our extensive public transport network. One ticket called a Metcard, can give you flexible travel between train, trams and buses.

Melbourne hosts an action packed calendar of world renowned festivals and events all year round. Choose from sporting, arts, music, theatre, cultural and big ticket festivals and events including fashion, food and wine, garden, comedy, gardens, car-racing and horse-racing. As you'll see from vervebeachside's site, Melbourne is home to beautiful beaches and beach resorts. Luxurious Melbourne beach resorts play host to many touring visitors every year.

The Melbourne Visitor Centre at Federation Square is a one-stop shop for visitors to learn all there is to see and do in Melbourne and Victoria