| 1. Melbourne | | | | backdrop, visit attractions such as the Hanging |
| As Australia's second largest city, Melbourne is | | | | Rock, and the Macedon National Park which has |
| known for its diverse culture, fine restaurants, | | | | plenty of beautiful camping sights to choose from. |
| café and nightlife. Situated on the Yarra | | | | The Cope Williams Winery, Mount Macedone |
| River, and inland from Port Philip Bay, there is so | | | | Winery and Cobaw Ridge offer excellent local |
| much to see and do. Attractions include | | | | wine tasting and stunning scenery in every |
| Federation Square, Melbourne Aquarium, | | | | direction. Mount Macedon also has incredible |
| Melbourne Museum and of course the famous | | | | gardens open to the public. |
| Melbourne Zoo. The parks, gardens, shopping and | | | | 7. Lakes Entrance |
| cultural ambience make this destination Victoria's | | | | If you love water sports, you will love this region. |
| number one top spot. | | | | Located close to Ninety Mile Beach, Lakes |
| 2. Ballarat | | | | Entrance offers panoramic ocean views in every |
| Known as Victoria's inland city, Ballarat is mostly | | | | direction. It is a popular holiday spot situated |
| known for its gold. It is still a big industry drawing | | | | where the Gippsland Lakes meet the ocean. Lake |
| tourists and gold seekers to this unique | | | | Tyers is fantastic for a picnic, and perfect for a |
| destination. You can choose from the Eureka | | | | drive through its forest park. The most popular |
| Stockade Centre, Gold Museum or the Ballarat | | | | activities are fishing and boating, with so many |
| Fine Art Gallery. Sovereign Hill is a must see with | | | | waterways to choose from, and it is a perfect |
| its recreating of history during the 'Eureka | | | | destination to relax and enjoy the surrounding |
| Stockade'. Only 90 minutes from Melbourne on | | | | coastal beauty. |
| the Great Western Highway, it is great for a day | | | | 8. Wilsons Promontory National Park |
| trip or a stopover to enjoy all this city has to | | | | Wilsons Promontory can be found at the Victoria's |
| offer. | | | | southern tip along the South Gippsland Highway. |
| 3. Geelong | | | | With incredible scenery, wildlife and rock |
| Geelong is often known as the gateway to the | | | | formations, it is a stunning place to visit, and there |
| Great Ocean Road, with amazing scenery in all | | | | are plenty of walking trails and beaches accessible |
| directions. There are fantastic attractions close to | | | | mostly by foot. Camping facilities can be found at |
| the city. The Geelong Gaol is worth a visit, as well | | | | Tidal River which is the closest town to the |
| as the Ford Discovery Centre and the National | | | | Promontory. It is a remote location, but the |
| Wool Museum which is great for the family. A | | | | natural beauty is worthwhile for those who love |
| very popular recreational spot is the Barwon River | | | | the wilderness of Australia. |
| and Buckley Falls which are perfect for a | | | | 9. Bendigo |
| bushwalk and picnic. Drive a bit further south to | | | | Close to the centre of Victoria and known for its |
| Ocean Grove for a swim and amazing scenery. | | | | gold mines, Bendigo is a thriving urban city that is |
| Geelong truly has something for everyone. | | | | fascinating to visit. There are a multitude of |
| 4. Mildura | | | | options for the traveller. Visit the pottery |
| Mildura is Victoria's most productive fruit-growing | | | | museum, take a tram tour or visit the central |
| area, with the mighty Murray River a drawcard | | | | Deborah mine for an underground experience you |
| for its many tourists. There is so much to see | | | | won't forget. The Whipstick Forest outside of the |
| here, with Orange World, Gol Gol Fisheries and the | | | | city is perfect for a picnic and stroll, but if you are |
| Golden River Zoo some of the attractions. There | | | | opting for a day trip, you have the choice of |
| are plenty of camping spots to choose from | | | | Elmore, Castlemaine, Maldon and Heathcote all |
| especially at the Mungal National Park, famous for | | | | equally as impressive. |
| its red sand dunes. Board a paddle steamer for a | | | | 10. Grampians National Park |
| day to see the Murray River at its best. The PS | | | | The third largest national park in western Victoria, |
| Melbourne and the Rothbury both offer daily trips. | | | | the Grampians offer incredible bushwalking, |
| Fantastic for a the whole family, Mildura is | | | | camping and scenery. Halls Gap is a central tourist |
| wonderful tourist spot. | | | | destination in this fantastic region, and is a great |
| 5. Snowy River National Park | | | | base for your adventures. If you are traveling |
| Known for wild horses and magical sunrises, this is | | | | from the south, Dunkeld is the ideal entry point |
| Victoria's High Country at its best, with some of | | | | and a picturesque place to stay for a while. It is |
| Australia's best ski fields close by, and popular for | | | | perfect for the driving holiday, with plenty of safe |
| all types of outdoor sports such as abseiling, | | | | roads and driving routes to take you into the |
| horse riding, canoeing, bike riding and hiking. There | | | | heart of this amazing Victorian paradise. |
| is incredible scenery here, with incredible gorges | | | | 11. Mansfield |
| and river systems and plenty of fantastic camping | | | | Mansfield is on this list for its country appeal, |
| spots. The best way to get there is in a hire car, | | | | proximity to popular attractions and stunning |
| via Buchan (from Jindabyne) along the Barry Way | | | | beauty. Especially well known to horse lovers and |
| which will lead you to some amazing cave | | | | favourite 'Man from Snowy River', this is the high |
| systems. The Buchan Caves are definitely worth | | | | country with a long history. It is also popular for |
| a visit. | | | | bike riding, fishing and snow skiing at nearly Mount |
| 6. Macedon Ranges | | | | Buller and Mount Stirling. Situated a few hours |
| Close to an hour out of Melbourne, this is a great | | | | north from Melbourne, there are plenty of |
| spot to visit to escape the heat and enjoy the | | | | adventure activities available, and the drives in all |
| local wines and fruits of the region. With the | | | | directions are spectacular. |
| Great Dividing Range and central highlands as a | | | | |