Out of TownMelbourne may be home but we've scoured the state of Victoria many times looking for family activities.
We have reviewed almost every playground, swimming pool, animal park and tourist attraction in regional Victoria.(03)
Skate & BMXThere is a range of world class skateparks and BMX tracks spread across Melbourne and regional Victoria. See the links below for information including reviews and photos of all skate parks and BMX tracks in Melbourne and(03)
Playgrounds | Melbourne & VictoriaWe have a huge database of playground reviews covering almost every playground in Victoria (more than 5000 playgrounds). Each playground review has a description, rating, address, photos and summary of facilities (such a(03)
Dog Parks & ServicesAll Melbourne councils provide off leash areas for dogs. This can range from fenced dog parks with features such as agility courses and quiet zones, shared or dedicated reserves and parks and beaches which can either be (03)
Art Gallery | Street & Public ArtMelbourne has a wonderful range of art galleries, public art and street art, most of which is free to visit apart from special exhibitions. Most councils also have a community arts centre.
The most extensive galleries(03)
Water FunWe have an extensive set of reviews of water based activities across Melbourne, Geelong and regional Victoria. Whether it's a swimming pool, aquatic centre, water slide, beach, free water splash park or some other activi(03)
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Albury Visitor Information CentreWhether you are planning your trip in advance or looking for inspiration once you have arrived, the friendly faces at the Albury Visitor Information Centre are keen to make sure you have a great time.
Set on the Murra1300 252 879
Albury Visitor Information Centre
Cnr Smollett Street and Young Street,Albury,
Victoria
Alexandra Visitor Information CentreAlexandra is a neat country town located in the foothills of the Great Dividing Range 130 kilometres north east of Melbourne. Lake Eildon National Park, The snow fields of Mt Buller and Lake Mountain, and the Upper Goulb(03) 5772 1100
Apollo Bay - Great Ocean Road Visitor Information CentreGreat Ocean Road Visitor Information Centre provides visitors with information on accommodation, tours, things to see and do in Apollo Bay and the Otways. They also have an Interpretation centre, interesting souvenirs an1300 689 297
Apollo Bay - Great Ocean Road Visitor Information Centre
Ararat & Grampians Visitor Information CentreOpen seven days a week, Ararat and Grampians Visitor Information Centre is situated on the Western Highway between Melbourne and Adelaide, Located just 40 minutes from the Grampians and surrounded by picturesque tranquil1800 657 158
Avoca & Pyrenees Visitor Information CentreAvoca & Pyrenees Visitor Information Centre is open seven days a week. Information on Avoca and the Pyrenees Region is available from the friendly staff. Internet access also available.
Avoca is located in the heart o(03) 5465 1000 / 1800 206 622
Bacchus Marsh Visitor Information CentreVisitors to Bacchus Marsh should make the Bacchus Marsh Visitor Information Centre their first stop. The friendly and helpful staff will be more than happy to welcome you to this beautiful town and introduce you to the a(03) 5367 7488
Bairnsdale Visitor Information CentreBairnsdale Visitor Information Centre, in East Gippsland, is ideally situated at the start of the Great Alpine Road and a focal point on the Sydney to Melbourne Coastal Route serving both the Gippsland Lakes to the east (03) 5152 3444 / 1800 637 060
Ballarat Visitor Information CentreLocated in the heart of Ballarat's Heritage and Arts Precinct, Ballarat's Visitor Information Centre offers detailed information on the full range of Ballarat's attractions and accommodation options, along with informati1800 446 633
Ballarat Visitor Information Centre
Ballarat Town Hall, 225 Sturt Street,Ballarat,
Victoria
Balloon Flights over Melbourne (Melbourne)Enjoy the thrill of hot air ballooning over Melbourne at sunrise with Melbourne's most experienced hot air balloon ride team. Melbourne by hot air balloon provides the ultimate in urban adventure leaving you with a lifet(03) 9427 0088
Bass Coast AccommodationAccommodation in The Bass Coast region of Wonthaggi and Inverloch includes:
Motels / Hotels / Resorts
Inverloch Central Motor Inn
32-34 A'Beckett, Inverloch
(03) 5674 3500
Inverloch Motel
39 Powlett Street, Inv(03)
Beaufort & Pyrenees Visitor Information CentreThe Beaufort & Pyrenees Visitor Information Centre is located close to the Pyrenees wineries, Mount Cole State Forest, Mount Buangor State Park, Beaufort Lake and Goldfields Recreation Reserve.
Activities in the area(03) 5349 1180
Beechworth Visitor Information CentreBeechworth Visitor Information Centre and Booking Service is located in the High Country of Victoria and is one of Victoria's best preserved gold towns. There are numerous historic buildings including the Beechworth Hist(03) 5728 8065 / 1300 366 321
Benalla Visitor Information CentreThe Benalla Visitor Information Centre is situated on the east bank of Lake Benalla, just across the bridge from the Benalla Art Gallery. Adjacent to the Centre is the Gaudi inspired Ceramic Mural.
The Benalla Visito(03) 5762 1749 / (03) 5760 2627
Bendigo Visitor Information CentreStart your Bendigo experience by visiting one of the grandest Visitor Centre's in Australia, Bendigo Visitor Centre.
Bendigo Visitor Centre is housed in the former historic Post Office, which showcases Victorian arch(03) 5434 6060 / 1800 813 153
Birrarung Marr (Central Melbourne)Birrarung Marr, on the Yarra River's north bank next to Federation Square opened in 2002 and hosts events and festivals.
From Princess Bridge, the park incorporates three terraces of contrasting grass and sand. The Lo(03)
Bright - Alpine Visitor Information CentreThe Alpine Visitor Information Centre is situated in Bright; the heart of the North East, just three and a half hours from Melbourne travelling along the Hume Highway.
The surrounding townships include Porepunkah, Ha1800 111 885
Brighton Bathing Boxes (Brighton)Located on the Dendy Street Beach, the colourful Brighton bathing boxes are a Melbourne icon.
There are 82 bathing boxes in Brighton (the number may change in the future based on council planning permits). They are s(03)
Bunyip Tours (Melbourne)Bunyip Tours is a multi-award winning company offering day tours and extended tours to Victoria's premier destinations such as The Great Ocean Road, Phillip Island, Grampians, Wilsons Promontory, Mornington Peninsula and(03) 9629 3364
Casterton Visitor Information CentreThe Casterton Visitor Information Centre is also home to the all purpose Australian Kelpie Centre. The facility includes meeting spaces, amenities and an interpretative display showcasing the history of the Kelpie workin(03) 5581 2070
Castlemaine Visitor Information CentreLocated in the Castlemaine Market Building, circa 1862, the Castlemaine Visitor Information Centre is a great place to begin your exploration of this diverse region.
The Castlemaine Visitor Information Centre offers (03) 5471 1795 / 1800 171 888
Chiltern Visitor Information CentreDrop in to the Chiltern Visitor Information Centre and discover the best spots to see in Chiltern.
Pick up a map of The Chiltern Walk and see the many historic buildings around town, find out about the fantastic Mt Pilo(03) 5726 1611
Chinatown (Melbourne CBD)Chinatown is a distinctive and well known area of Melbourne which dates back to the gold rush days of the 1850s. Chinatown Melbourne is the longest continuous Chinese settlement in the western world. Chinatown's essentia(03)
City Ambassadors (Melbourne)For assistance with directions, public transport enquiries, events and general questions about Melbourne, keep and eye out for the City Ambassadors dressed in their distinctive red uniforms. City Ambassadors are found at(03) 9658 9658
City ChicksWe hand raise gorgeous pure breed and hybrid chickens to provide people in Melbourne with the opportunity to create a wonderfully sustainable backyard with a pet that brings so much enjoyment (and the added bonus of an e0401 059 277
Clunes Visitor Information CentreClunes was the site of Victoria's first gold strike in 1851 which led to a gold rush which swept through central Victoria, resulting in a massive population boost for the state and great wealth for many. These days, Clun(03) 5345 3359
Cobram Barooga Visitor Information CentreSituated in the centre of the 'food bowl' of Australia, the Cobram Barooga and district area is renowned for its magnificent climate and variety of available attractions and activities. The Cobram Barooga area is home to(03) 5872 2132 / 1800 607 607
Coburg Drive-In (Coburg North)There are three screens and space for 900 cars.
Special features are: 50's style diner serving a variety of take away food and confectionery. Children under age 12 are admitted free of charge.
A full hot food m(03) 9354 8633
Cohuna - Gateway to Gannawarra Visitor CentreGateway to Gannawarra Visitor Centre is located on the banks of the Gunbower Creek and the Murray Valley Highway in the picturesque town of Cohuna.
Cohuna is the gateway to Gunbower Island which is the home to many na(03) 5456 2047 / (03) 5450 9333
Colac Visitor Information CentreCome and explore the Otways! Enjoy the spectacular natural scenery, mighty timbers and magnificent waterfalls, the lush green hills that roll down to long stretches of sandy beaches of the Great Ocean Road, the volcanic 1300 689 297
Colac Visitor Information Centre
Cnr Queen Street and Murray Street,Colac,
Victoria
Coleraine Visitor Information CentreThe Coleraine Tourist Information Centre is housed in the Historic Railway Station at the end of a branch line from Hamilton to Coleraine.
Opened in 1888, two trains daily carried wool, skins, butter and passengers. I(03) 5575 2733 / 1800 807 056
Corowa Visitor Information CentreStart your Corowa Shire experience at the Corowa Visitor Information Centre taking pride of place at the front of the Corowa Civic Centre building.
The friendly, professional staff and volunteers can book your accomm(02) 6033 3221 / 1800 814 054
Corryong Visitor Information CentreCorryong Visitor Information Centre can provide you with great information so you can experience Australia's iconic Man from Snowy River legend and visit the Upper Murray.
Jack Riley, renowned as the real Man from Sn(02) 6076 2277 / (02) 6071 5100
Council Calendar of Events (Melbourne)There are a range of events happening across Melbourne which are organised or publicised by the local councils. Here are some council calendars where you can search for family and kids activities happening in a particula(03)
Creswick Visitor Information CentreThe team of friendly volunteers can assist with enquiries on what to see and do, where to stay and what events are happening in Creswick and surrounds.
Collect a free map and brochures, use the free Wi-Fi, buy some so(03) 5345 1114 / 1800 454 891
Crystal World & Prehistoric Journeys Exhibitions (Devon Meadows)Crystal World is the major importer and exporter of gems, crystals, minerals, fossils, meteorites, carvings and unique specimens in Australia. The two showrooms are always fully stocked with new items arriving regularly.(03) 5998 2493
Crystal World & Prehistoric Journeys Exhibitions (Devon Meadows)
Dadswells Bridge - The Giant KoalaAbout 27 km north-west of Stawell you will pass the 'Giant Koala' on the left in the tiny township of Dadswells Bridge.
In 1988 a sculptor named Ben van Zetten was commissioned to design and construct a giant koala. (03) 5359 5230
Dance, Music & DramaDance, music and drama are great activities for developing young people or adults looking to trip the light fantastic.
There are companies which offer programs across Melbourne such as Mini Maestros (music classes fo(03)
Daylesford Regional Visitor Information CentreSituated in the heart of the Spa Country the Daylesford Regional Visitor Information Centre is the perfect place to commence your visit to this wonderful region.
Whether you are here for a day or a week, their friendl(03) 5321 6123 / 1800 454 891
Dimboola Visitor Information CentreIn Dimboola, tourism information can be found at the Dimboola Library.
Various businesses in Dimboola also have tourism information available.
Opening Hours:
Tuesday 9:00am - 12:00pm & 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Wednesday (03) 5391 4452
Dinner Plain Visitor Information CentreDinner Plain is located at the top of Australia's Great Dividing Range, 1520 metres above sea level and the snowline with a population of approximately 80 people. Its 375 kilometres North East of Melbourne on the Great A1300 734 365
Dromana 3 Drive-In (Dromana)National Trust listed drive-in.
Shel's Diner is modelled on the authentic 50's style American Diner. Our inspirational visit to 'Mel's Diner', Universal Studios, California back in 2001 brought about our creation of (03) 5931 0022 (weekdays) / (03) 5987 2492
Dunkeld & Grampians Visitor Information CentreAt the foot of Mount Sturgeon, the southern tip of the Grampians and the Great Dividing Range you will find the booming little town of Dunkeld and the Dunkeld & Grampians Visitor Information Centre.
Dunkeld was named(03) 5577 2558 / 1800 807 056
Echuca Thong TreeRumour has it that the Echuca Thong Tree was started by people coming off the houseboats and leaving them there...
The exact origin of the tree is not know for sure but some of the suggestions include:
Back in the mi(03)
Echuca-Moama Visitor Information CentreEchuca-Moama Visitor Information and Booking Centre is located on the banks of the mighty Murray River, the twin towns of Echuca Moama are the closest point of the Murray to Melbourne, just a two and a half hour drive.
(03) 5480 7555 / 1800 804 446
Edenhope Information CentreThe Visitor Information Centre is housed at the former Court House (circa 1878) where you can see the manner in which prisoners were brought before the Judge in the last one hundred years. The Magistrate's Bench, Prisone(03) 5585 1509
Eildon Visitor Information CentreEildon is located North of the Great Dividing Range, approximately 160km North-East of Melbourne, and is Victoria's most popular inland boating and fishing destination.
Lake Eildon has a shoreline of 515 kilometres, (03) 5774 2909
Euroa Hub Tourist and Resident InformationEuroa is a very picturesque town nestled at the base of the Strathbogie Ranges and looking towards the plains. It is bound by two streams - Seven Creeks and Castle Creek - which adds to its beauty and serenity. All this (03) 5795 1199 / 1800 444 647
Federation Square (Central Melbourne)It's increasingly hard to imagine Melbourne without Federation Square. Home to major cultural attractions, world-class events, tourism experiences and an exceptional array of restaurants, bars and specialty stores, this (03) 9655 1900
Federation Square (Central Melbourne)
Cnr St Kilda Road and Flinders Street,Melbourne,
Victoria
Food & DrinkYou don't need to be a cook to find something of interest here, just enjoy eating what some-one else has lovingly prepared or grown ..
Kids love cooking classes, especially when they can lick the spoon. Even if you di(03)
Foster - South Gippsland Visitor Information CentreFoster truly is Victoria's southern secret. Located an easy one and a half hours drive from Melbourne, the region is suitable for a day, weekend or longer getaway.
Explore the natural wonder of Wilson's Promontory Na(03) 5682 2469 / 1800 630 704
Foster - South Gippsland Visitor Information Centre
Cnr McDonald Street and Main Street,Foster,
Victoria
Gardenworld Dinosaurs (Braeside)Out the front of Gardenworld are four large dinosaurs, two are on the grass out the front beside Springvale Road and two others beside the car park nearer the Garden Centre. Be careful with children because they are all (03) 9798 8095
Geelong Waterfront AreaThe Geelong Waterfront is a great waterfront redevelopment and the transformation includes new restaurants, beautiful landscaped gardens, walking, cycling and skating paths, attractions and public art.
The central fe(03)
Gem Pier and Nelson Place (Williamstown)The eastern end of Commonwealth Reserve was the first landing place for John Batman and it was here that construction of Gem Pier commenced in 1839. Today Gem Pier stands as one of the most highly utilised piers in Port (03)
Giant Pocket Watch (Central Melbourne)The Giant Pocket Watch in the Melbourne Central Shopping Centre weighs two tonnes. Every hour on the dot, a marionette display with Australian galahs, cockatoos and two minstrels performing Waltzing Matilda drops down fr(03)
Giant Sky Wheel (Geelong)Come along and ride the largest travelling Ferris Wheel in the southern Hemisphere!
The oldest piece of carnival, the Ferris Wheel brings magic and nostalgia to any event or city skyline. Whether you're young, or youn(03) 5250 5733
Golden Plains Accommodation GuideAccommodation is a little limited in the Golden Plains region, so it is advised to book accommodation prior to travelling if possible.
Accommodation options are:
Batesford
@ Dog Rocks 41 Tolloora Way, Batesford
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Halls Gap & Grampians Visitor Information CentreThe Halls Gap Visitor Information Centre is nestled in the heart of the majestic Grampians National Park. The staff offer a wide range of services including expert advice on the National Park, accommodation and activitie(03) 5361 4444 / 1800 065 599
Hamilton & Grampians Visitor Information CentreWhile in the Southern Grampians region enjoy up-to-date, local information from a variety of sources, to assist in your visit at the Hamilton & Grampians Visitor Information Centre.
With the landscape dominated by th(03) 5573 0280 / 1800 807 056
Heathcote Visitor Information CentreHeathcote Visitor Information Centre is located on the Northern Highway in the centre of Heathcote with good access and visibility to all travellers.
Friendly staff with excellent local knowledge will look after all y(03) 5433 3121 / 0419 790 043
Heathcote Visitor Information Centre
Cnr High Street and Barrack Street,Heathcote,
Victoria
Horsham & Grampians Visitor Information CentreHorsham & Grampians Visitor Information Centre, is an accredited Victorian Visitor Information Centre, offering visitors a wide range of facilities and high quality, friendly service.
They are open daily (except for C(03) 5382 1832 / 1800 633 218
Indoor ActivitiesThere are plenty of reasons, besides our atrocious weather, to head indoors in Melbourne. There are exciting indoor activities to tempt families whatever the weather - wet, dry, cold or hot.
There are a range of indoo(03)
Inverloch Visitor Information CentreThe Inverloch Visitor Information Centre provides a one-stop shop for information, accommodation bookings and ticket sales.
The friendly staff and volunteers will happily assist you with information on accommodation (03) 5671 2233 / 1300 762 433
Jeparit Visitor Information CentreIn Jeparit, tourism information can be found at the Jeparit Library.
Monday 9:00am - 12:00pm & 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Wednesday 9:00am - 12:00pm
Outside of these hours information is also available from the Wimmera Malle(03) 5391 4450
Kaniva Visitor Information CentreKaniva Visitor Information Centre is situated near the town's landmark windmill on the Western Highway.
The centre offers a range of brochures and touchscreen of information on the wider area. It is also the starting (03) 5314 9083
Kanyapella - Tongala Lions Dunny DownunderA bit of Australiana for the kids with an upside down dunny, tractor, seat, water tank, cows and sheep.
The dunny was a "wishing well" in the past but it looks like it has been broken for a while. The area is now a b(03)
Kyneton Visitor Information CentreThe Kyneton Visitor Information Centre provides accurate and up to date information to local residents and visitors to the region, who seek information on accommodation, attractions, events, maps and directions.
The c(03) 5421 9732 / 1800 244 711
Lake Bolac Information & Business CentreThe Lake Bolac Information & Business Centre provides a library service for the local community, visitor information services, photocopying, laminating, and internet.
There is a playground next to the Information Cent(03) 5350 2204
Lakes Entrance Visitor Information CentreLakes Entrance Visitor Information Centre is the first place to come for information on the Lakes and Wilderness Region. The best known destination, the Gippsland Lakes, is the biggest and most beautiful expanse of inlan(03) 5155 1966 / 1800 637 060
Lava Blister (Williamstown)Volcanoes on Point Gellibrand? Well, not quite, but the Gellibrand Point is home to an intriguing volcanic phenomenon. Many millions of years ago, Melbourne's west was alive with volcanic activity.
As lava flowed tow(03)
Leongatha Community & Visitor Information CentreThe Leongatha Community & Visitor Information Centre can help you to plan your getaway in South Gippsland.
Opening Hours:
Centre Opening Times(03) 5662 2111
Leongatha Community & Visitor Information Centre
Cnr Michael Place and McCartin Street,Leongatha,
Victoria
Light House Weather Building (Docklands)Light House is Melbourne's first real-time weather display. Located in Victoria Harbour at the junction of Bourke and Collins Streets, the state-of-the-art lighting installation illuminates a 15-storey residential buildi(03)
Longford & Fraser Leadership Academy for Boys (Brighton)Longford & Fraser Leadership Academy for Boys was launched in 2010 and is the brother organisation of SHINE Academy for Girls.
Together, the two organisations aim to foster a generation of disciplined, confident, self(03) 9596 0953
Longford & Fraser Leadership Academy for Boys (Brighton)
Maffra Visitor Information CentreThe Maffra Visitor Information Centre serves this beautiful country town of approximately 5,300 people, situated 220 kilometres east of Melbourne in the Wellington Shire. It is the centre of the rich Macalister agricultu(03) 5141 1811
Maldon Visitor Information CentreThe Maldon Visitor Information Centre is your first port of call to learn more about a town steeped in history. The National Trust declared Maldon Australia's first Notable Town in 1966. Maldon was once among the world's(03) 5475 2569
Mansfield Visitor Information CentreMansfield Visitor Information Centre can help you discover the best of Mansfield and Mount Buller.
There's something about heading for the High Country, excitement builds as the mountains come into view and you breath(03) 5775 7000
Maryborough - Central Goldfields Visitor Information CentreCentral Goldfields Visitor Information Centre offers a full range of guides and brochures for Central Goldfields and Victoria.
The friendly staff can assist you with finding a full range of souvenirs and locally made (03) 5460 4511 / 1800 356 511
Maryborough - Central Goldfields Visitor Information Centre
Marysville Visitor Information CentreMarysville Visitor Information Centre is nestled in the foothills of Melbourne's closest alpine resort are the quaint villages of Marysville, Buxton, Taggerty and Narbethong. Located only a 90 minute drive from Melbourne(03) 5963 4567
Melbourne ParkourParkour is a philosophy and training method for movement through any environment at speed. The concept is to overcome all physical and mental obstacles in your path by using your body and mind to run, climb, jump and vau1800 759 015
Melbourne's Arcades and Lanes (Central Melbourne)This 2.5km walk explores Melbourne's famous lanes, alleyways, little streets, arcades, cafe society and fascinating shops.
Map of Arcades and Lanes Walk
Arcades and Lanes Walk Description
Melbourne's little lane(03)
Melbourne's Arcades and Lanes (Central Melbourne)
Cnr St Kilda Road and Flinders Street,Melbourne,
Victoria
Mildura Visitor Information & Booking CentreThe Mildura Visitor Information and Booking Centre is a fully staffed and accredited information and booking centre. The courteous staff can assist with information on the many attractions, accommodation venues, tours an(03) 5018 8380
Mitchell Shire Services & Local InformationThis covers useful information you may need when visiting the Mitchell Shire area.
EMERGENCY:
Ambulance, Fire and Police - Ring 000. If you don't have mobile coverage, ring 112 to access Emergency Services.
VicEme(03)
Mount Beauty Visitor Information CentreMount Beauty is located just 90 minutes south east of Albury travelling along the Hume and Kiewa Valley Highways.
There is an extraordinary array of experiences for any visitor ranging from serene activities such as 1800 111 885
Murrindindi Accommodation (Marysville, Yea, Alexandra, Eildon)A summary of accommodation options in the Murrindindi area (Marysville, Yea, Alexandra, Eildon) is:
Jump to Accommodation in Alexandra & Surrounds
Jump to Accommodation in Eildon & Surrounds
Jump to Accommodatio(03)
Museums & ScienceMelbourne has a wide range of interesting museums. They are especially nice on a cold and wet Melbourne day. We've put together a post The Best Museums for Families and Kids in Melbourne which will put any museum seeker (03)
Myer Christmas Window (Central Melbourne)Taking the family to see the Myer Christmas Windows display is a Melbourne tradition.
The Myer Christmas Windows, is Myer's gift to the city of Melbourne. Each year over one million Australians and overseas visitors v(03)
Myer Harry Potter Store (Central Melbourne)The Harry Potter concept store at Myer has a range of themed products including toys, games, gifts, stationery, costumes, wands, homewares, books and apparel.
Located at the basement level of Myer Melbourne in Bourke (03) 8609 7500
Myrtleford Visitor Information CentreThe Myrtleford Visitor Information Centre is located within Alpine Gate Cafe along the Great Alpine Road in the heart of North East Victoria (Alpine Shire) between Wangaratta and Bright.
Myrtleford is just 273 kilomet1800 111 885
Nagambie Lakes Visitor Information CentreWithin an easy 90 minute drive of Melbourne, you can be standing on the shore of one of Australia's most scenic places - Lake Nagambie - where you can go fishing, water-skiing, sailing, rowing or canoeing or indulge in a(03) 5794 1471 / 1800 444 647
Nathalia Barmah Visitor Information CentreNathalia Barmah Visitor Information Centre can help you explore the areas of Nathalia and Barmah, and show you the best attractions nearby.
Nathalia is set on the beautiful Broken Creek, it is a haven for visitors loo(03) 5866 2289
NatureMelbourne's middle name is Nature. Spread across the city are many locations where families can get close to nature such as zoos, animal reserves, nature parks, farms, walking/bike trails, gardens, aquariums and waterway(03)
Nelson Visitor Information CentreThe centrepiece of the region is the Glenelg River, Victoria's largest estuarine river. The township of Nelson rests where this mighty river meets the sea, close to the South Australian border and surrounded by the thick(08) 8738 4051
Nhill Visitor Information CentreThe Visitor Information Centre, located in Goldsworthy Park, promotes tourism and provides information on the Hindmarsh area. Goldsworthy Park has a number of statues and monuments.
Facilities nearby include toilets, (03) 5391 1811
Numurkah Visitor Information CentreThe Numurkah Visitor Information Centre is a wonderful base from which to explore the north east of Victoria. The friendly staff and volunteers are happy to assist you with maps and information about Numurkah and the bro(03) 5862 2249
Omeo Region Visitor Information CentreSet high in the Great Dividing Range, the Omeo Region is one of Victoria's best keep secrets where you can lose yourself in the experience.
Whether it's the history of the high country, the promise of adventure, the w(03) 5159 1455 / 0428 599 250
Orbost Visitor Information CentreThe Orbost Visitor Information Centre is situated in Forest Park on Nicholson Street. The centre is housed in the historic Slab Hut. The hut was an original family dwelling built in 1872, on a site approximately three ki(03) 5154 2424
Peninsula Hot Springs (Fingal)Peninsula Hot Springs is a natural hot springs and day spa centre just 90 minutes from Melbourne. Natural thermal mineral waters flow into the pools and private baths at this award-winning coastal oasis, providing the id(03) 5950 777
Phillip Island CircuitPhillip Island Circuit has a range of fun and exciting activities including:
Go Karts
The 750m Phillip Island Go Kart track is a replica of the world-renowned Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit situated alongside (03) 5952 2710
Play CentresThere are a wide range of play centres across Melbourne which are sure to keep the kids entertained for hours on end.
If you're looking for a play centre, check out our article Summary of Play Centres in Melbourne an(03)
Port Campbell Visitor Information CentreLocal, regional and state wide information to help you make the most of your stay. The 12 Apostles Visitor Information Centre specialises in tailoring itineraries to suit the needs of individuals and industry. Contact to(03) 5598 2500 / 1300 137 255
Port Fairy Visitor Information CentrePort Fairy is one of Victoria's most historic towns. There are over 50 buildings classified by the National Trust. However the town is not just about the past, there are beautiful beaches for swimming and fishing, lots o(03) 5568 2682
Portland Visitor Information CentreDiscover a wealth of information about Portland and the Discovery Coast region at Portland Visitor Information Centre.
Located at the Western end of the Great Ocean Road, the Portland Visitor Information Centre not o(03) 5522 2671 / 1800 035 567
Pyramid Hill - Kangaroo ChairThe Kangaroo Chair represents, Federation, the formation of the Loddon Shire and the community spirit shared by the towns of Wedderburn, Pyramid Hill and Tarnagulla. The artwork that features on the chair was created by (03)
Quang Minh Buddhist Temple (Braybrook)The Quang Minh Temple is recognised as one of Australia's most significant Buddhist sites and one of the largest Vietnamese temples outside of Vietnam.
Each year thousands of people from across Victoria descend for t(03) 9312 5729
Queen Victoria Market (Melbourne)Queen Victoria Market is Victoria's premier open-air market. It's a thriving and vital place pulsating with life.
The friendly competition between stallholders, and their concern for customers, is what gives the Mark(03) 9320 5822
Rainbow Visitor Information CentreIn Rainbow, tourism information can be found at the Rainbow Library.
Wednesday: 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Friday: 9:00am - 12:00pm & 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Various businesses in Rainbow also have tourism information available.(03) 5391 4451
Robinvale Tourist Information CentreThe Robinvale Information Centre is located in the heart of Robinvale and services the twin river towns of Robinvale and Euston. The Centre stocks a fantastic range of products and services ranging from maps, guides, and(03) 5026 1388
Rochester - Visitor Information CentreThe Visitor Information Centre is housed with the Rochester Sports Museum and has the same limited opening hours.
Opening Hours:
Thursday to Sunday 10am to 4pm, Public Holidays and School Holidays.(03)
Rutherglen Visitor Information CentreRutherglen Wine Experience & Visitor Information Centre is located in a township blessed with the world's richest wines, deep soul and character, the powerful Murray, ancient river red gums, idyllic pastoral scenes and h(02) 6033 6306 / 1800 622 871
Sale - Central Gippsland Visitor CentreLocated in the recently redeveloped Port of Sale precinct, the dedicated team at the Central Gippsland Visitor Centre are always on hand to help you find yourself in The Middle of Everywhere.
With a great range of bro(03) 5142 3576 /1300 368 864
Scots Uniting Church Labyrinth (Campbellfield)The labyrinth is a sacred space for prayer, meditation, and life reflection offering a private time for you to walk and talk with God. Enter with quietness. It is intended to be walked slowly; you and God having a privat(03)
Sea Lake Visitor Information CentreThe Sea Lake Visitor Information Centre is the perfect place to pick up information for travelling through the Wimmera Mallee region.
The Hub also sells a range of local products, hires gumboots and bicycles, hosts a(03) 5070 2227
Seymour Visitor Information CentreSeymour Visitor Information Centre is located on the Goulburn River in Seymour and contains a great deal of heritage.
Near the Visitor Information Centre is a basic fenced playground, toilets, tables, BBQs and water (03) 5799 0233
Shepparton - Greater Shepparton Visitor Information CentreGreater Shepparton Visitor Centre is a comprehensive Visitor Information Centre, providing information on the local region and Victoria.
The friendly staff can assist you with your enquiry, including City and distric(03) 5832 9330 / 1800 808 839
Shepparton - Greater Shepparton Visitor Information Centre
SHINE Academy for Girls (Brighton)SHINE Academy for Girls presents a specialised social and emotional education for 5 - 19 year old girls pro-actively building resilience, self-esteem, self-acceptance, healthy confidence, excellent communication skills, (03) 9596 8814
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Small Ideas Melbourne Big Family Discounts (Melbourne)As seen on A Current Affair, Channel 7 News and The Herald Sun, Small Ideas is the best way for families to do more activities for LESS money!
It's an annual fee of $34.95 + GST and gives your free entry, 50% off and 1300 88 10 15
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Southern Community Church Labyrinth (Cheltenham)Beside the Southern Community Church is a simple brick 5-circuit labyrinth which is accessible at all times.
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Sport & RecreationFind clubs and locations for a wide range of sports and recreation activities. Sports covered include archery, athletics, badminton, baseball, basketball, bocce & petanque, calisthenics, climbing, clubs & hobbies, cricke(03)
St Arnaud Visitor Information CentreThe St Arnaud Visitor Information Centre is conveniently located in Napier Street, directly opposite the magnificent Queen Mary Gardens. St Arnaud is well known for its heritage buildings adorned with delicate wrought ir(03) 5495 1268 / 1800 014 455
Stawell & Grampians Visitor Information CentreThe Stawell and Grampians Visitor Information Centre is conveniently located on the Western Highway. Stawell is just 20 minutes from the Grampians, one of the major tourism regions of Victoria. Stawell is most famous for1800 330 080
Sunset Valley Chicks (Flowerdale)Own your very own home loved chicks in your very own back yard and enjoy your fresh eggs and pets as much as we do.
In 2013 we decided a tree change was on the horizon so we found the perfect farm in Flowerdale Victo0417 055 922
Swan Hill Region Information CentreIf you are planning a visit, make the Swan Hill Region Information Centre your first port of call, for what to see and do including upcoming festivals and events, hot deals, food and wine and activities to help you plan (03) 5032 3033 / 1800 625 373
Swan Hill Region Information Centre
Cnr McCrae Street and Curlewis Street,Swan Hill,
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Traralgon - Latrobe Visitor Information CentreThe Latrobe Visitor Information Centre is located in the 'Gippsland Performing Arts Centre' next to the Traralgon Library). Friendly staff and volunteers can assist you with information on the Latrobe Valley and the grea(03) 5176 3344 / 1800 621 409
Wangaratta Visitor Information CentreThe Wangaratta Visitor Information Centre is a part of the Rural City of Wangaratta and encompasses the close surrounding townships of Oxley and Milawa, Moyhu, Cheshunt and Whitfield (King Valley), Glenrowan (Ned Kelly C(03) 5721 5711 / 1800 801 065
Warracknabeal Tourist Information CentreThe Tourist Information Centre is open seven days from 9.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m.
There are toilets outside and also two unshaded tables. There is some information about Nick Cave who was born in Warracknabeal.
(03) 5398 1632
Warrnambool Visitor Information CentreWarrnambool Visitor Information Centre is located on the shores of the beautiful Lady Bay.
Warrnambool is the largest city on the Great Ocean Road, offering all the services expected of a vibrant, modern city whilst m(03) 5559 4620 / 1800 637 725
Waterwheel Visitor Information Centre (Warburton)The Waterwheel in the township of Warburton provides tourist information, an artists gallery, an Environment Centre and showcases locally handmade goods.
It is a not-for-profit, membership-based organisation that rece(03) 5966 9600
Webb Dock Observation Deck (Port Melbourne)The Observation Deck is located 750m (one way) from the Maritime Cove Community Park playground with busy docks on one side and the bay on the other. The walk is part of the Webb Trail.
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Wedderburn - Kangaroo ChairYou can see the 'Kangaroo Chair' an interactive sculpture, shaped like a large club lounge with Kangaroo legs and tail in Wedderburn's Community Garden.
The Kangaroo Chair is a community project by the communities of (03)
Wedderburn - Loddon Visitor Information CentreCome to Loddon Visitor Information Centre, it is in a region where families are valued, breathe in the fresh air, sit around campfires, walk the family pet, sip award winning wines or watch sunrises and sunsets.
The (03) 5494 3489
Whats On Melbourne CALENDAROnlyMelbourne's What's On Calendar enables you to select a date from a drop-down box below to view Melbourne events, exhibitions, festivals, shows, sporting fixtures, sightseeing and zoo's.
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Whittlesea Courthouse Visitor Information CentreThe 'Whittlesea Courthouse' Visitor Information Centre is a volunteer service, dedicated to providing tourist information for visitors to the City of Whittlesea (and surrounding districts). The Centre is run entirely by (03) 9716 1866
Wodonga Visitor Information CentreThe Wodonga Visitor Information Centre is located in the Heart of Wodonga on Hovell Street, opposite the City of Wodonga Council offices.
The Wodonga Visitor Information Centre has all the information you need to mak13 0079 6222 / 1300 796 222
Wonthaggi Visitor Information CentreVisit the friendly staff and volunteers at the Wonthaggi Visitor Information Centre. They look forward to helping you plan your visit to Wonthaggi and the surrounding Bass Coast, Phillip Island and Gippsland regions.
(03) 5672 5767
Woodend Visitor Information CentreWoodend is the quintessential modern rural village. Set under wide verandas along the boulevard of the Old Calder Highway, Woodend has cosmopolitan cafes, bookstores and an eclectic mix of old and new wares for all taste(03) 5427 2033 / 1800 244 711
Wunderkammer (Central Melbourne)Wunderkammer is one of Melbourne's shopping highlights, stocking gifts and souvenirs for any age. We are also very well known for the rare and unusual, catering for the discerning collector.
Wunderkammer comes from th(03) 9642 4694
Yackandandah Visitor Information CentreYackandandah Visitor Information Centre is in the heart of the beautiful North East Victoria, where cattle graze in the lush valleys and its tributaries and trout abound in crystal clear streams. Gold! That was the catch(02) 6027 1988
Yarragon Visitor Information CentreThe site has the Visitor Information Centre and Discover Gippsland Food & Wine Centre. Delight in their quality country breakfasts, enjoy a three course meal, try their famous gourmet baked potato, a Devonshire Tea or ju(03) 5634 2451
Yarram Visitor Information CentreWellington Shire's Yarram Visitor Information Centre is located in the historic Yarram Courthouse building located in Commercial Road. Offering visitors an extensive stock of brochures and local guides, arts and crafts, (03) 5182 6553
Yarrawonga Mulwala Visitor Information CentreFor an unforgettable experience visit Yarrawonga Mulwala, an inland aquatic paradise unrivalled in Australia, attracting water skiers, fishermen, yachtsmen. The famous Farm Gate Trail will tempt your tastebuds.
The ma(03) 5744 1989 / 1800 062 260
Yea Wetlands Discovery Centre Visitor Information CentreThe Yea Wetlands Discovery Centre incorporates a fully accredited Visitor Information Centre and interactive environmental interpretive displays to inform visitors about the importance of water resources and wetland ecol(03) 5797 2663
Yea Wetlands Discovery Centre Visitor Information Centre