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Victoria packs a lot within its boundaries. The Murray River along the northern border, the Grampians National Park is a must for nature lovers and the spectacular coastline takes in the Great Ocean Road, Phillip Island, Wilsons Promontory and Gippsland Lakes. read more

The Murray River, stretching 2,700 kilometres from the mountains of the Great Dividing Range in north-eastern Victoria to journey’s end near Adelaide in South Australia, the Murray River is one of the world’s longest navigable rivers. click for more

Occupying Victoria's far eastern corner, Lakes and Wilderness covers a diverse landscape, from unspoilt beaches to towering gums and mountain ranges. Fringed by Ninety-Mile Beach, the Gippsland Lakes and the Croajingolong National Park are the most popular attractions. click for more

Situated in Central Victoria, just over 100km NW of Melbourne, the Goldfields region is filled with opportunities for those wanting to experience the heady days of the gold-rush era. The rich history of the Goldfields and Victorian architecture is evident everywhere. click for more

The Great Ocean Road, Victoria. This legendary coastal route, starting at Torquay and extending 285km west to Warrnambool, is a journey along a stretch of spectacular coastline via seaside holiday towns, surf beaches, dramatic cliffs, expansive ocean, rainforest and woodlands. click for more

Victoria’s inland playground, Goulburn Murray Waters borders New South Wales in Victoria’s northeast. Flanked by the Goulburn, Murray and Broken rivers and home to the lakes of Nagambie, Kerang and Mulwala, the region offers many water-based activities. click for more

Melbourne's changeable climate is renowned, with the more marked seasonal changes giving the city its European feel. Large-scale immigration contributes to the diverse mix of cultures, foods and people, which make Melbourne the cosmopolitan city that it is today. click for more

Boasting over 65 mineral springs concentrated within a relatively small area, this region is recognised as a premier boutique holiday destination due to the resurgence of belief in the healing properties of mineral water. Located a short distance from Melbourne. click for more

The Victorian Alps cover a vast and rugged terrain that is mostly protected by national parks. The ski-resort towns dotting the mountains are within an hours radius of each other. Many other recreational activities attract visitors in warmer months. click for more

Melbourne’s Bays and Peninsulas are synonymous with fun and relaxation, and feature beguiling beaches, fine food and wine, chic beachfront towns. Melbourne stands at the crown of this region, with the Bellarine and Mornington Peninsulas enclosing Port Phillip Bay. click for more

Striking contrasts dominate the landscape of Mildura and Murray Outback. Bordered by New South Wales and South Australia in the far northwest corner of Victoria, the region is characterised by lush, irrigated orchards and vineyards set against the surrounding desert. click for more

Almost one-third of Victoria's indigenous flora, 35 species of native mammals, 200 bird species and 27 reptile species reside in the unique habitat of the Grampians. Activities include rockclimbing and abseiling, bushwalking and camping out in the rugged bushland. click for more

Phillip Island and Wilsons Promontory are Victoria's premier destination for international visitors and boasts superior surfing and un-spoilt beaches, an array of wildlife, including colonies of koalas, seals and the famed little penguins' the island's major draw-card. click for more

The beautiful Dandenong Ranges form a natural backdrop to Victoria's capital city, attracting hordes of city visitors annually to this green haven of hills and forests. The Yarra Valley is becoming renowned as one of Victoria’s premium wine regions. click for more

Facts

Slogan: The Place to Be

  • Population: 5 205 100
  • Total area: 227 416 km2
  • Length of coastline: 3440 kms
  • Floral emblem: Common Heath
  • Fauna emblem: Leadbeater's Possum
 

Tourist info

Melbourne Visitor Centre

  • Federation Square
    Cnr Swanston and Flinders Sts
    Melbourne, Vic 3000
  • Ph: (03)9658 9658
  • www.visitvictoria.com

Victorian Tourism Information Service

  • Ph:132 842

More on Victoria

Covering 227 416km of the south-eastern corner of Australia, Victoria is a relatively compact state, the second smallest after Tasmania. The state's mostly temperate climate has four distinct seasons, each with its own attractions. As a result of its manage able size and efficient road system, travelling the state is easy and comfortable.

Transport options are excellent coaches, trains and planes carry visitors into and around the state, and for those who want to explore independently, touring by car is convenient. Most places can be reached within a day's drive of the capital city, Melbourne, and there is a huge array of natural, cultural and historic areas just waiting to be discovered.

Victoria packs a lot within its boundaries. The Murray River stretches along the border with New South Wales and is a delightful destination in itself. The southern coastline is spectacular and varied, taking in the Great Ocean Road to the west, Wilsons Promontory and the beautiful Gippsland Lakes area to the east.

Victoria's magnificent Alpine region has much to explore and the goldfields' districts reveal an exciting episode in the state's history. Tranquil lakes, an exciting selection of national parks, cool forests and fertile countryside await the visitor, with accessible cities, towns and villages offering their hospitality.

Victoria caters well for the discerning traveller. Fresh produce is a specialty all over the state, with specific gourmet focal points like the Milawa Gourmet Region near Wangaratta and the Gourmet Deli Trail in West Gippsland. Wine-lovers can select from 14 winery regions and over 350 wineries, ranging from the Grampians in the south-west to Rutherglen in the north-east. Victorian vineyards are renowned for producing excellent vintages for the Australian and international market.

The Victorian Regions include: The Murray, Lakes and Wilderness, Goldfields, the Great Ocean Road, Goulburn Murray Waters, The City of Melbourne, Macedon Ranges and Spa Country, Legends Wine and High Country, Melbourne Bays and Peninsulas, Mildura and Murray Outback, The Grampians, Phillip Island and Gippsland and the Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges.

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latest stories

Gembrook - A relaxing Village in the Dandenongs

gembrook | 2009-05-27 | Gembrook is close to natural beauty and surrounded by history. A selection of quaint shops of eateries and restaurants cater to most tastes. If a day is not enough stay in one of the various Bed and Breakfasts. | read more

Marysville Bushfires - Advice to Travellers

admin | 2009-02-16 | On 7 February 2009, Marysville was devastated by bushfires. The description on the Marysville pages will no longer be accurate and many of the businesses in the area will have been affected. Victoria's emergency services are urging people to avoid all travel to the area. | read more

Kinglake Bushfires - Advice to Travellers

admin | 2009-02-16 | On 7 February 2009, Kinglake was devastated by bushfires. The description on the Kinglake page will no longer be accurate and many of the businesses in the area will have been affected. Victoria's emergency services are urging people to avoid all travel to the area. | read more

A few of my favorite (Melbourne) things – the ‘green’ bits

Catani Gardens alkira | 2009-01-18 | A few of my favorite (Melbourne) things – the ‘green’ bits | read more

 

latest business reviews

In the Heart of St Kilda, the Cosmopolitan Hotel

dave | 2009-05-03 | Cosmopolitan Hotel is right in the heart of it, close to the end of Acland Street, in the hub of St Kilda. Clean, modern and convenient. | read more

Volunteers keep Phillip Island wildlife safe and sound

Penguin Box Phillip Island VisitVic | 2009-03-05 | As a not-for-profit environmental management agency, Phillip Island Nature Parks relies on the support of a dedicated group of volunteers to help maintain much of the remnant vegetation on Phillip Island and assist with programmes to study and protect Little Penguins, Hooded Plovers and Short-tailed Shearwaters. | read more

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Popular Towns

1 Cowes
2 Wandin North
3 Yandoit
4 Melbourne CBD and Suburbs
5 Lakes Entrance
6 Mildura
7 Echuca
8 Gipsy Point
9 Rhyll

editors picks

A few of my favorite (Melbourne) things – the ‘green’ bits

Catani Gardens alkira | 2009-01-18 | A few of my favorite (Melbourne) things – the ‘green’ bits | read more

A few of my favorite things – Art Deco Architecture

Manchester Unity alkira | 2009-01-18 | A few of my favorite things – Art Deco Architecture | read more

Nigretta Falls, VIC

Nigretta Falls miekecasanova | 2009-03-12 | A visit to Nigretta Falls near Hamilton is a must-do | read more

Eldorado Dredge

Eldorado Dredge karen | 2008-12-08 | Eldorado is about 17kms from Wangaratta and stands as a reminder of Victoria's gold era. Visitors can see many examples of Victoria's mining history in and around the area. | read more

William Ricketts Sanctuary

mystically placed among towering Mountain Ash trees george | 2008-12-08 | Recently my partner and I went to Mount Dandenong. We had heard of something called William Ricketts Sanctuary and thought we would have a look. | read more

Heathcote Surprises

Hutkangaroos.jpg heathcote | 2008-12-18 | Every 1st weekend in October, the folks of Heathcote, Victoria and beyond look forward to the local annual Heathcote Food and Wine Festival. It's no wonder more people are heading to Heathcote, the Red Heart of Victoria | read more

The Wombat

Netting ready to cover lgoldsmith | 2008-11-05 | How do you stop a wombat from coming for Bed and Breakfast? - Since we started the business 10 years ago there has been a wombat that has wanted to rest under the building. For 9 years he has been fooled by the world's shortest Electric fence but now he is persistently getting around my efforts to keep him out from under the B & B | read more

Tooradin - Victoria

Historic Cottage - Tooradin JB | 2008-01-31 | Tooradin is a town that we had always driven through on the way to Phillip Island and never thought to stop. | read more

Travel Australia

JB | 2008-08-21 | My wife and I set out to fulfil the great Aussie dream back in 2003, that is, to travel Australia and explore Australia’s many diverse destinations, indefinitely…. | read more

Best prepared, worst performed

Worlds Smallest Bream JB | 2008-10-26 | A tale from the 2008, Gipsy Point fishing competition. | read more

 

 

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