You’re spoilt for choice if you’re after the best things to do in Melbourne. Whether you’re visiting for the weekend or you’ve lived here for years, Australia’s cultural capital offers an incredible mix of attractions, restaurants, galleries, sporting events, live music, family activities and more.

Looking for the best day spas in Melbourne? You’re far from alone, and you no longer need to leave the city for a luxury wellness experience out in Daylesford or the Mornington Peninsula.

The best Melbourne walks and hikes are all sharp reminders that Victoria is full of some of Australia’s most picturesque moments.

Echuca has just been crowned Victoria’s Top Tourism Town for 2026.

Move over, big smoke – a Victorian goldfields city has just claimed Australia's top spot on the world's largest happiness ranking.

No trip to Daylesford is complete without a visit to its famous ornamental lake.

Soak in hot spring water, sample the natural mineral water, or simply enjoy a blissful massage – you’re in spa country now.

Explore Trentham’s top dining spots, stylish accommodations, and outdoor activities in this ultimate guide to one of Victoria’s hidden gems.

From tranquil hot springs to picture-perfect wineries, explore the top things to do in Daylesford, an enticing destination for a restful weekend escape.

The best rooftop bars in Melbourne range from hidden terraces above laneways to sky-high cocktail bars overlooking the CBD.

Whether you’re searching for a quick flat white or a specialty filter coffee, it’s easy to find exceptional coffee in almost every Melbourne suburb.

The Monty in Anglesea proves a motel can still feel like a proper destination.

A stay at Sky Pods in the Otways proves you don't need four walls and a minibar to feel completely spoiled – sometimes all you need is a glass box on a cliff and a fire. 

A night at Basalt Retreat proves the best way to start (or finish) the Great Ocean Road isn't with a coastal view – it's with a glass of pinot and a vine outside your window. 

After seven years sitting dormant, one of Victoria’s grandest coastal hotels is back – and it’s more glamorous than ever.

In a land ruled by holiday parks and caravan sites, a handful of boutique stays show you can do things differently…

From waterfront winners to elegant fine diners, the best Bellarine and Geelong restaurants encourage serious culinary indulgence.

Salute the humble hop at our pick of the finest Bellarine and Geelong pubs and breweries.

No matter where you find yourself in Melbourne, a world-class meal is waiting for you in one of the city’s many fine dining restaurants or tucked down a hidden laneway; you just need to know where to look.

The best rooftop bars in Melbourne range from hidden terraces above laneways to sky-high cocktail bars overlooking the CBD.

For a pair of tiny river towns, Echuca and Moama demand big appetites – bring yours and expect sublime regional produce from local talents plating up heart over hype.

Forget the usual wine trails – these sister towns know how to drink, and they’re quietly becoming one of the country’s most rewarding places to do so.

From waterfront hotels to idyllic luxury pods, the best Geelong accommodation is your ticket to a blissful coastal escape.

Readers are often curious about the best bars in Melbourne, but in a city such as this, secrecy is overrated.

Architect-designed cabins tucked into the wild beauty of Victoria’s Grampians promise seclusion, serenity and pure luxe escapism.

Small stays built for big escapes.

Place yourself in proximity to memorable Central Victoria adventures with our map to every outstanding Airbnb in Bendigo.