Home to the city of Melbourne, Victoria offers visitors the chance to encounter fascinating history and amazing wildlife. Relax in a charming family holiday house with a garden or kick back in a modern apartment - wherever you choose as your base, a holiday in Victoria promises to be one to remember.
What to eat on your holiday in Victoria
Experience Victoria's mix of cultures in its myriad of cafes, bistros, restaurants, and bars. Whether you're looking for modern, traditional, or exotic flavours, Victoria's eclectic food scene will cater to every taste and budget. Enjoy your food and drink in Victoria from the well-known wineries of the Yarra Valley and Mornington Peninsula to Melbourne's fine-dining restaurants and Murray's beautiful riverside cafes.
Southbank boasts some of the best fine dining restaurants in the state. Situated in Crown Towers Melbourne, The Atlantic by Chef Nick Mahlook is one of them and serves the finest Australian seafood. Abla's Restaurant in Elgin Street is one of Melbourne’s best-loved restaurants offering authentic Lebanese dishes, and Akachochin in South Wharf offers a welcoming environment to enjoy beautiful Japanese food and sake.
Savour traditional Turkish dishes, such as the Adana, the Ottoman lamb at Arabian Nights. Ants Bistro at Corrs Lane offers Asian delicacies including satay skewers, san choi bao, and fried calamari. Bamboo House is known for its Northern Chinese cuisine and her you can feast on gourmet Cantonese treats like tea smoked duck, pot stickers, Peking duck, and steamed scampi.
What Part of Victoria to Visit
From peninsulas to alpine towns, Victoria is a state with much to offer. Below are some of its must-see locations.
Mornington Peninsula: Experience a fusion of traditional Aussie charm and European coastal culture in this area just south of Melbourne. Glide on the Arthurs Seat Eagle gondola and enjoy the gorgeous views of Port Phillip Bay.
Barmah National Park: An outdoor adventurer's playground, this vast natural wilderness is home to an array of amazing wildlife as well as stretches of the mighty Murray River.
The Grampians: Visit these Sandstone Mountains to marvel at the breathtaking views. Stop at the Little Desert National Park and delve into its diverse flora and fauna.
Explore Victoria's art and culture
Melbourne is a city buzzing with vibrant arts and culture. Head to the Southbank, Melbourne's premier culture destination; where you will find Arts Centre Melbourne (known for its performing arts in Victoria), Malthouse Theatre (a venue dedicated to performing arts), Melbourne Recital Centre (a site for musical performance and concerts), MTC (Australia's oldest theatre company), and more.
The National Gallery of Victoria (NGV) is worth checking out. The collection encompasses Australian Aboriginal art and artefacts, colonial and contemporary art. Australian Centre for Contemporary Art (ACCA) is the leading contemporary art gallery in the country and an excellent platform for artists, enthusiasts, and thinkers of the visual arts.
Heide Museum of Modern Art is a fantastic platform for modern and traditional art and boasts beautiful gardens, dedicated exhibition spaces, a sculpture park, traditional kitchen gardens, and a shop. Located in Swan Hill, Pioneer Settlement offers great insight into Australian history. Be sure to visit the Chinese Museum in Melbourne's Chinatown, which exhibits the culture and history of the Chinese community in Australia.
What Part of Victoria to Visit
From peninsulas to alpine towns, Victoria is a state with much to offer. Below are some of its must-see locations.
- Mornington Peninsula: Experience a fusion of traditional Aussie charm and European coastal culture in this area just south of Melbourne. Glide on Arthurs Seat Eagle gondola and enjoy the gorgeous views of Port Phillip Bay
- Barmah National Park: An outdoor adventurer's playground, this vast natural wilderness is home to an array of amazing wildlife as well as stretches of the mighty Murray River.
- The Grampians: Visit these Sandstone Mountains to marvel at the breathtaking views. Stop at the Little Desert National Park and delve into its diverse flora and fauna.
Festivals and events in Victoria
Sugar Mountain is an annual music and art festival in Melbourne featuring the best in contemporary music, new media, and visual art. The festival focuses on creating an environment that builds bridges between different mediums.
Falls Festival is one of Victoria's oldest Festivals held during New Year’s Eve in Lorne on The Great Ocean Road. The festival includes world-class music, creative installations, visual art performances, pop-up bars, and lots more.
The Melbourne International Jazz Festival is an annual jazz festival that takes place in multiple venues throughout Melbourne. This Festival aims to provide a leading platform for performance, collaboration, engagement, and education within jazz music.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much should I expect to pay for a holiday letting in Victoria?
You can find a holiday home to suit your budget in Victoria, with prices starting from $79 per night.
How many holiday accommodation offers will I find in Victoria?
There are loads of options for holiday accommodation in Victoria, with 65,966 offers available.
What holiday rental amenities do people typically look for when visiting Victoria?
The top accommodation priorities for visitors to Victoria are Pool, Pets allowed and Internet.
How many accommodation offers are there in Victoria?
You can browse 65,966 holiday lettings in Victoria, and find great deals from $79 per night.
Are pets permitted in holiday accommodation in Victoria?
Yes, there are 12,240 pet-friendly holiday rentals in Victoria.