Victoria Travel Maps & Location Guides

Ballarat is Victoria's largest inland city and is famous as the site of the world's largest deposit of alluvial gold. The legacy of the gold rush is evident in the majestic architecture and wide tree-lined streets of the town today. Admire the city's.. read more

Take a walk and explore the city's heritage buildings and sites, including the Alexandra Fountain, the magnificent former post office that now houses the Bendigo Visitor Information Centre, the law courts, and the ornate Shamrock Hotel. Take a break in.. read more

As more local roads re-open after the recent fires, many areas are open to visitors once again. The information notes listed on Parks Victoria website provides details on all the attractions you can visit. Visitors can obtain further information about.. read more

Mt Buller is becoming one of the most popular skiing destinations in Australia only 150kms from Melbourne. An average snow fall of 1.5metres makes conditions great for those who wish to take to the slopes. When the snow levels are low the snow making machines are fired.. read more

Sorrento's gentle front beach is an ideal place to while away some time. Have a picnic, go for a stroll, take a cooling swim or keep watch for wild dolphins that play in the clean bay waters. For some surf-pounding action, the back beach on the Bass Strait side of the.. read more

The Twelve Apostles are the dramatic rock stacks that have made this coastline famous. Take to the air for a bird's-eye view of the Twelve Apostles, or join a boat tour around them to experience their immense size. Over time the cliffs of Port Campbell.. read more

The Alpine National Park is Victoria's largest and protects our highest mountains and varied alpine environments. With adjoining national parks in NSW and the ACT, it forms an area that protects almost all of Australia's high country. Extensive snowfields.. read more

The Cathedral Range is a spectacular 7 km ridge of sharply upturned sedimentary rock. A variety of walking tracks offer the opportunity to climb the peaks and enjoy views of the forests and farmland in the valley below. Things to Do * The park is ideal for bushwalking.. read more

Falls Creek is most well known for its fantastic skiing opportunities. During the colder months the fields of Falls turn into a wide spread snow paradise which is perfect for ski enthusiasts or first timers. 21 chairlifts service the area and there are.. read more

Geelong takes full advantage of its unique north-facing bay with fabulous waterfront eateries, landscaped gardens and walking paths set against the backdrop of Corio Bay. Stroll past the sculptured bollards dotted along the foreshore that chronicle characters.. read more

Cruise along the Murray River on a historic paddle steamer, swim, waterski, soak up the sun or spend a few days exploring the river on a houseboat. Renowned for fine food and wine, Mildura is the home of celebrity restaurateur Stefano de Pieri. Thanks to his Gondola on.. read more

With the highest snow fall of any Victorian ski location, Mt Hotham is one of Australia's favourite places to hit the slopes. Part of the Great Dividing Range, Hotham's summit sits at 1861 metres above sea level. Mount Hotham village sits at 1750 metres.. read more

The unusual soft coral (Pseudogorgia godeffroyi) is only found in Victoria between McGuarans and Delray beaches. The Ninety-Mile Beach area has been found to have the highest species diversity anywhere on the planet. In ten square metres 860 species were.. read more

Wilsons Promontory Marine National Park extends along 70 kilometres of mainland coastline and covers 15,550 hectares, making it the largest of our Marine National Parks. It is located around the southern tip of the Wilsons Promontory National Park, incorporating.. read more

Albert Park is located in the city of Port Phillip, approximately three km from the CBD of Melbourne. It is a 225 ha sporting and recreational park that caters for formal and informal recreation. Albert Park is the focus for many of Victoria's spectacular.. read more

It was originally known as Swampy Creek and was famous for its abundant fish. Now the population can reach almost 10,000 during the summer months in a town of only 2000 dwellings. The entire coastal foreshore is parks and gardens with Coogarah Park providing.. read more

Like many places along the Great Ocean Road, the beach is a focus for activity all year round. Swim in the clear water, sea kayak with local seals, indulge in some deep-sea fishing, learn to surf, or horse ride along the beach at sunset. Head to Marriners Lookout Road.. read more

Explore Ararat's gold heritage with a stroll through the town, past impressive gold rush era buildings, some of which have been recognised by the National Trust. You can find out more about Ararat's unique past with a visit to the Gum San Chinese Heritage Centre and the.. read more

Sample the wines in the cool-climate Pyrenees wine region. Noted cellar doors include Blue Pyrenees, Taltarni Vineyard, Dalwhinnie Vineyard and Warrenmang Vineyard and Resort. There are wineries that offer accommodation or restaurants, even a game of petanque.. read more

The commercial centre for the local wool, dairy, agricultural and timber industries has plentiful accommodation and a wide range of shops and services. Wander around town on a self-guided heritage walk and explore local art galleries, museums, craft and antique shops.. read more

Barmah State Park (7,900 hectares) and Barmah State Forest (21,600 hectares) are on the Murray River flood plain between Echuca and Tocumwal, about 225 kilometres north of Melbourne. Together they make up the largest River Red Gum forest in Victoria.. read more

Four million ounces of gold were officially mined in Beechworth in 1852, when thousands of hopefuls rushed to the goldfields in search of their fortunes. The prosperity generated by Beechworth gold has left an admirable legacy for today's visitors and.. read more

Bellarine Peninsula really is a bit of everything. Seaside township, theme parks, wineries. At Bellarine you'll never complain about being bored. You can have a go at any imaginable water activity in the safe bay or head to Wallington and get lost in.. read more

Bells Beach is arguably Australia's most famous beach for surfers. Swells up to six metres make this landmark a compulsory stop for experienced board riders. Protected by government, Bells Beach is a natural icon set between the Great Ocean Road towns.. read more

Bogong High Plains are set among a classic Australian landscape in the hills of Victoria's High Country. During the winter this area sees some of the heaviest snow falls in the country, turning the grassy hills into a sea of white. These snow fields can be accessed from.. read more

Bourke Street is in the central CBD of Melbourne. It is the basis of the Bourke Street Mall where visitors will find many different retail shops and very large department stores boasting Australia's biggest range of designer clothing. The street buzzes.. read more

Richmond is one of the Melbourne's earliest settlements and these days is where many of Australia's finest fashion designers have their factory outlets and seconds stores – pick up bargains at Mimco, Country Road and Atelier. Stop on Swan Street or.. read more

Close to the Alpine National Park and within a short drive of the snowfields of Falls Creek, Mount Hotham and Mount Buffalo, Bright also offers a range of outdoor activities to entertain visitors all year round. Explore the town's many historic buildings.. read more

Brunswick Street is a colourful location on the outskirts of the Melbourne CBD. Cafes, bars, designer and vintage clothing stores and restaurants line the street. Brunswick is known for attracting a vast range of people. Everyone is welcome and everyone.. read more

Buchan is a farming settlement in the rolling hills of the Gippsland region in Victoria. The main industries in the area are sheep, cattle, dairying and timber. The Buchan station was started by Edward Baylis during the 1830s. Settlement began during the 1840's.. read more

Cape Conran Coastal Park near Marlo in East Gippsland is 11,700 hectares in area. It has heathlands, wild ocean beaches and banksia woodlands brimming with nectar-feeding birds. Things to Do * Activities include swimming, diving, camping and cabins, nature.. read more

Things to do * Visit the lighthouse museum * Take a guided tour of the historic lighthouse * See some of the best coastal scenery near Melbourne when you follow the Bushrangers Bay Nature Walk (allow 2 hours) * Take a walk to the tip of Cape Schanck and.. read more

Cape Woolamai is the highest point of Phillip Island. The small town was given its name by George Bass while on a whale boat voyage in 1978. The name is an Aboriginal word which came from the Eora people of Port Jackson. Woolamai was the name of a snapper.. read more

Melbourne's own Little Italy is crammed with double-storey Victorian terraces featuring endless cafes and restaurants serving steaming bowls of pasta, espresso and delicious gelati. Charming waiters will try and entice you to step inside or take a seat.. read more

The small town of Casterton has a population of about 2000 people. It is surrounded by rolling hills and is nestled in a golden valley. The major industries in the area are primarily farming, dairy produce and timber. Activities include golf or some organised physical.. read more

Castlemaine has a thriving arts and cultural community and has made its mark as a leading regional arts centre. Attend a show at Australia's oldest continually operating theatre, the Theatre Royal. View major Australian artworks of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.. read more

Built on a honeycomb of mines, Bendigo in central Victoria is lined with impressive nineteenth-century 'boom town' architecture. From 1870 to 1880, Bendigo was considered the richest and largest goldfields site in the world. Today, you can discover the.. read more

The discovery of gold in the area in 1851 signalled the beginning of the gold rush in Victoria, and in its heyday Clunes was the fifth largest town in the colony. Today, Clunes is an attractive centre for artists, authors, historians and photographers.. read more

"Coldstream Hills is the creation of James Halliday, Australia's doyen of wine writing (and just about everything else to do with wine). James is still around to offer a consulting hand at the winery, although he no longer owns the property. The cellar door looks across.. read more

Historical Melbourne can be explored by taking a stroll down Collins Street. Victorian architecture makes Collins one of the most well known streets in the country. Great churches built in the mid 19th century can be see at the north end of Collins, once known as 'Paris.. read more

Trek through the lush rain forest surrounding Coopers Creek or take the kids for a dip, it may be a little chilly though. Today visitors can learn the history of the location by taking a look at the Copper Mine Hotel, one of the few buildings which still stand.. read more

Go swimming at sheltered Cowes beach, have a picnic on the foreshore or dine out in one of the restaurants along the esplanade. Take a charter boat out to see the seals at Seal Rocks or visit the koalas on French Island. Watch the Little Penguins in the.. read more

Things to Do * The track network allows visitors to explore the park on a variety of short or long walks. Walkers intending to try part or all of the Wilderness Coast Walk need to obtain a permit from Parks Victoria. * Rivers and inlets offer the safest.. read more

In 1987 Sherbrooke Forest, Doongalla Reserve and Ferntree Gully National Park were combined to form Dandenong Ranges National Park. Covering 3215 hectares, the park plays an important role in protecting a population of famous lyrebirds and other fauna.. read more

With a population of just 3000, Daylesford's numbers swell as visitors flock to discover its gourmet local produce, Victorian-era heritage, mineral springs and spas. Early Swiss-Italian and other immigrants who settled in Daylesford during and after.. read more

De Bortoli Wines Pty Ltd was established in 1928, four years after the founder, Vittorio De Bortoli and his wife Giuseppina migrated to Australia from Northern Italy. He settled within the Riverina area in country NSW and established one of Australia's.. read more

The Melbourne Docklands is an exciting location with big plans. While it is already popular, a new urban renewal project is set to change the face of Melbourne's CBD, predicting a tourist influx of up to 55,000 visitors per day by 2015. Currently though, Docklands is.. read more

Dromana is a beachy holiday town close to Port Phillip Bay. The town grows each holiday season with the regular families who own holiday homes in the area. The beach is clean and clear and the Dromana jetty lets you wander out for a closer look at the ocean.. read more

Dunkeld was settled after Major Thomas Mitchell issued glowing reports of the region following his 1836 visit. Nostalgic settlers named it after a Scottish town and early impressions can be found in paintings distributed throughout regional Victorian galleries.. read more

From the Aboriginal word meaning "meeting of the water", Echuca is one of Victoria's oldest river towns. At one time Echuca was the state's most substantial inland river port. Paddle steamers traded along the Murray and Darling Rivers almost as far as the Queensland.. read more