Indulge in incredible food and wine, spot native wildlife and admire the ancient landscapes when you take a few days to explore some of the scenic locations surrounding Melbourne.
Wildlife lovers can’t leave Melbourne without making the drive south to Phillip Island. Known for its daily Penguin Parade, visitors get to watch resident penguins come ashore after a day of fishing out at sea. While you’re waiting for sunset, head to the treetops for another kind of furry encounter at the Koala Conservation Centre.
Forget the destination, the Great Ocean Road is all about the journey. If it’s the highlights tour you want, head for the world-famous waves at Bells Beach or laze on the sand at Anglesea. Visit the charming fishing village of Port Fairy and get among the buzzing arts community in Lorne. Take a selfie with the 12 Apostles, and then head inland to see the thundering waterfalls as you walk along the tops of ancient, mossy trees at the Otway Fly Treetop Walk.