Top 10 Budget-friendly Things to do in Victoria, Australia

August 14, 2021 Rebbecca Marino

Discover the best top things to do in Victoria, Australia including Bay of Islands, The Great Aussie Beer Shed, Fossey's Ginporium and Whisky Distillery, National Gallery of Victoria, Grampians National Park, Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria, Healesville Sanctuary, Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village, Mornington Peninsula National Park.
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1. Bay of Islands

Peterborough on Great Ocean Road, Warrnambool, Victoria 3268 Australia +61 13 19 63 [email protected] http://www.parks.vic.gov.au/places-to-see/parks/bay-of-islands-coastal-park?utm_source=tripadvisor.com.au&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=TA-2020
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5.0 based on 673 reviews

Bay of Islands

A land and seascape sculpted by the elements over millennia. Arches, islands and rock stacks are dotted along a wild coastline of beach coves and spectacular lookouts. The wild Southern Ocean has carved a stunning collection of rock stacks and sheltered bays with clifftop walks, scenic lookouts and small beach coves near Peterborough along the Great Ocean Road. Perhaps overshadowed by the Port Campbell and the Twelve Apostles down the road, the Bay of Islands Coastal Park offers just equally spectacular experience without the crowds. Dogs are welcome on a lead at Sandy Cove near Murnanes Bay.

Reviewed By AlanW491 - Vancouver, Canada

Spectacular scenery, really worth seeing. 40 minutes west of Port Campbell and the 12 apostles. Warrnambool is 35 minutes further west. Don't miss this site, way better than the Apostles and you don't have the crowds.

2. The Great Aussie Beer Shed

377 Mary Ann Rd, Echuca, Victoria 3564 Australia +61 3 5480 6904 [email protected] http://www.greataussiebeershed.com.au
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5.0 based on 1,283 reviews

The Great Aussie Beer Shed

Reviewed By 815kristyj

This was absolutely Amazing highly recommend going to have a look around awesome collection and Neil the owner was very funny and friendly:)

3. Fossey's Ginporium and Whisky Distillery

110 Eighth St, Mildura, Victoria 3500 Australia +61 3 5023 1341 [email protected] http://fosseysgin.com.au
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5.0 based on 253 reviews

Fossey's Ginporium and Whisky Distillery

Fossey's Ginporium and Whisky Distillery a delectable place to tantalise your tastebuds with all things Gin and Whisky. Join in the experience by meeting Stanley the Still, our glorious Gin Soaked Distiller and the Master Ginnovator and allow them to take you on a wondrous journey of the Gin and Whisky Distilling process. Our staff are looking forward to treating you to some fabulous and knowledgeable service about our range of Gins while you sit back and enjoy a Tasting Paddle, Whisky and Chocolate Taster, Gin & Tonic or other fabulous choices in our full stocked bar. While you're at it, how about a cheese platter full with local deliciousness? Distilling Thursday's. Open every Thursday, Friday & Sunday from 2pm. Free entry. Come and see what all the Foss is about.

Reviewed By 22duncanh - Croydon, Australia

Fantastic couple hours sitting outside sipping wonderful gins accompanied by a cheese platter. Scrumptious. Well worth a visit

180 St Kilda Rd, Melbourne, Victoria 8006 Australia +61 3 8620 2222 [email protected] http://www.ngv.vic.gov.au
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4.5 based on 5,477 reviews

National Gallery of Victoria

The National Gallery of Victoria (NGV) is the oldest and most visited gallery in Australia. Situated over two magnificent buildings – NGV International and NGV Australia – the Gallery presents over 40 exhibitions a year including major international blockbusters and a wide range of exhibitions, programs and events, from contemporary art to fashion and design, and major historical exhibitions that are internationally exclusive to Melbourne.

Reviewed By 219pingg - Adelaide, Australia

This is a very interesting and exciting exhibition. The terracotta warriors exhibition was full of history and the artwork by Cai Guo-Qiang using gunpowder was exhilarating and exciting, very different and interesting artistic expression. Highly recommended.

5. Grampians National Park

Halls Gap, Victoria 3381 Australia +61 13 19 63 [email protected] http://www.parks.vic.gov.au/places-to-see/parks/grampians-national-park?utm_source=tripadvisor.com.au&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=TA-2020
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4.5 based on 265 reviews

Grampians National Park

Heritage-listed for its animal and plant life, Aboriginal heritage and stunning natural beauty, the Grampians National Park is one of Australia's most recognisable places. Explore the natural beauty of the Grampians from its world-famous hiking trails or by taking a scenic drive. Discover majestic waterfalls, dazzling spring wildflower displays and awe-inspiring mountain panoramas. Cross paths with kangaroos, wallabies, emus and native birds. Traditionally known as Gariwerd, this region is home to the largest number of significant and ancient Aboriginal rock art paintings and shelters in southern Australia. A visit to Brambuk – The National Park & Cultural Centre will help you get the most of your trip to these rock shelters.

Reviewed By karatekidskye - Kyle of Lochalsh, United Kingdom

Wow the Grampians are just stunning the views are to die for and the drive there was good we booked a motorhome and to see Oz it’s def the way to go... we went up to Boroka view point and it’s a lookout that never disappoints just beautiful we will be back next year without a doubt

6. Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG)

Brunton Ave Yarra Park, Jolimont, Melbourne, Victoria 8002 Australia +61 3 9657 8888 [email protected] http://www.mcg.org.au
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4.5 based on 8,860 reviews

Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG)

The Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) is Australia's largest, oldest and most popular sporting venue. The MCG has hosted plenty of international cricket, including the first-ever Test and the 1992 World Cup final, countless VFL/AFL Grand Finals, the 1956 Olympic Games and 2006 Commonwealth Games. It also hosted the final of ICC Cricket World Cup 2015. Other sporting spectacles include FIFA World Cup soccer qualifiers, rugby league home and away matches and State of Origin and international rugby union clashes. Apart from its sporting events, the MCG has also witnessed many blockbuster music concerts, and even Pope John Paul II held a mass there when he visited Melbourne in 1986. The MCG has a total capacity of 100,024 people, comprising 95,024 seats and 5000 standing room spaces. The stadium also houses the National Sports Museum, which includes some of the most priceless pieces of memorabilia in Australian sporting history.

Reviewed By ozyoungster - Melbourne, Australia

If you even have a passing interest in sport and you have the chance to visit the MCG for a large AFL match or cricket encounter you should take the opportunity to tick something off the bucket list of experiences - the ground regularly has over 80,000 loud (but well-behaved) fans watching over the huge pitch (4x a normal rugby or soccer pitch) supported by two of the largest HD screens in the world. The atmosphere is incomparable - at times the noise in the stands has been measured at levels approaching a commercial airliner!!!! Visitor or Melbournian - you just have to go to believe it!!!

7. Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria

Birdwood Ave, Melbourne, Victoria 3004 Australia +61 3 9252 2429 [email protected] http://www.rbg.vic.gov.au/visit-melbourne
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4.5 based on 10,056 reviews

Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria

Visit Melbourne's inner-city oasis. Over 10,000 plant species from around the world are presented in a kaleidoscope of colour and texture. Sweeping lawns, tranquil lakes and majestic trees are home to an amazing range of wildlife.

Reviewed By tamarak207 - Vienna, Austria

Breathtaking Park, must Visit!! In the middle of Melbourne you can find a bit of garden Eden with exceptional Plants and Trees, beautiful Lake, Birds , Swans and much more to Visit.There is a nice Coffee shop to take a bit rest, take your time to enjoy it.

8. Healesville Sanctuary

Badger Creek Road Healsville, Healesville, Victoria 3777 Australia +61 1300 966 784 [email protected] http://www.zoo.org.au/healesville
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4.5 based on 2,063 reviews

Healesville Sanctuary

Healesville Sanctuary, in the heart of the Yarra Valley, is world-renowned as the best place to see Australian wildlife in their natural habitat. Set in a beautiful natural environment, the Sanctuary offers a place for people and animals to reconnect with nature from creek to canopy, and plays a critical role in saving some of the world's most endangered animals. Explore the 70 acre bushland haven to experience close-up encounters with some of Australia's unique and endearing wildlife, including koalas, kangaroos, wombats, emus, dingoes, birds of prey and platypus. Visitors are also free to explore the Australian Wildlife Health Centre, a working vetinary hospital treating over 1500 orphaned, ill or injured wildlife every year. The expert team shares the journey of animal rescue, rehabilitation and release with the Sanctuary's visitors. Don't miss: Spirits of the Sky: A free flight presentation featuring Australian raptors such as the Wedge Tailed Eagle, and colourful parrot species. Tales from Platypus Creek: Come face-to-face with Healesville Sanctuary's most iconic species in a world-first interactive Platypus show. Observe Platypus as they interact with keepers, play in the water and even enjoy having their tummies tickled! Wade with the Platypus: In this world-first, hands-on experience it will be your turn to be the Platypus keeper. You will have the opportunity to step into the shallow water of the 'Platypus play pool' where it's normally the keeper's job to play, frolic, tickle and feed our little furry friends.

Reviewed By MackMelbourne

The sanctuary is outstanding and brilliant, staff are lovely and passionate, they have an animal hospital there too, saw a koala being cared for, they have dinosaur exhibition until April 2021, fantastic!!

9. Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village

89 Merri St, Warrnambool, Victoria 3280 Australia +61 1800 556 111 [email protected] http://www.flagstaffhill.com
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4.5 based on 914 reviews

Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village

At Flagstaff Hill you don’t just learn about history – you experience it in Flagstaff Hill’s Living Museum and Spectacular Sound and Light Show Flagstaff Hill celebrates the Shipwreck Coast’s maritime history with the: - Maritime Museum which displays scores of shipwreck artefacts including the famous Loch Ard Peacock valued at over $4 million and was an unlikely survivor of the famous tragedy. - Recreated Maritime Village featuring 40 buildings containing rare original objects all with a story to tell and enriched with volunteers in character, plus NEW interactive digital upgrades. - Nightly Sound and Light Show Experience telling tales of the Shipwreck Coast’s history with a guided tour through the village, state-of-the-art sound and light effects and the impressive nine-metre high water wall. In 2014 the Victorian State Government pledged $2.95 million to upgrade of Flagstaff Hill to make it more accessible, efficient and appealing to visitors. The Village closed to the public for major redevelopments on May the 1st 2017 and is set to reopen Friday the 16th of June. NEW UPGRADES visitors can expect to enjoy in the Flagstaff Hill Living Museum for the first time: - A state-of-the-art orientation theatre to welcome visitors - A facade upgrade which includes an improved entrance ramp - More welcoming arrival with the consolidation of the Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum reception, gift shop and the Warrnambool Visitor Information Centre - Improved accessibility for elderly and disable visitors - Interactive digital installations including a virtual blacksmith, interactive clock in the Instrument Shop and interactive panel in the Examiner newspaper office. - A new projection screen in the Wharf Theatre - The Shipwrecked Sound and Light Show Experience which tells the story of the Loch Ard shipwreck has been upgraded. With engaging story telling, fresh new imagery, dazzling lighting and sound effects through out the village - it’s sure to impress. - The introduction of Harpooned the brand new Sound and Light Show Experience telling the tale of Warrnambool’s whaling history. - A more activated village with costumed characters bringing to life a coastal village of the 1870s

Reviewed By letsgomumr - New South Wales, Australia

This was our second visit in three years, and it was great before, and even better now. There is a mind-blowing new introduction area, new audio visual features throughout this wonderful fishing village, and even a new laser show format in the evening. You'll find yourself drawn into the incredible history and personal tales of the era, and view genuine artifacts. The whole family is going to love this attraction - and you can make a whole day of it, with a delicious dinner and show package. We learned and enjoyed everything so much - Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village is a definite highlight of the Great Ocean Road - don't miss this!

10. Mornington Peninsula National Park

Cape Schanck Rd, Cape Schanck, Victoria Australia +61 13 19 63 [email protected] http://www.parks.vic.gov.au/places-to-see/parks/mornington-peninsula-national-park?utm_source=tripadvisor.com.au&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=TA-2020
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4.5 based on 74 reviews

Mornington Peninsula National Park

Mornington Peninsula National Park is a favourite of Melburnians looking to escape the nearby city. Experienced surfers flock to Gunamatta Beach, while rockpools at Sorrento Ocean Beach, close to town, are perfect for families. Dip into the excellent surf beaches of the Mornington Peninsula National Park. Tackle the waves of Gunnamatta, Flinders, Portsea and Rye ocean beaches. Step out on The Coastal Walk for spectacular coastal views. The two-day walk meanders along high clifftops, through coastal vegetation and past stunning ocean beaches. A haven for native wildlife such as kangaroos, Greens Bush is the largest fragment of native bushland remaining on the Mornington Peninsula.

Reviewed By ET3121 - Greater Melbourne, Australia

A great spot at the southern tip of the mornington peninsula area. From the beaches of Sorrento/Portsea to the pretty cape schanck area with its lighthouse it has a bit of everything. add in wildlife areas such as Greens Bush with its abundant wallabies and kangaroos or the beaches of fingal/gunnamatta or flinders, you will find reasons to return time and time again. So many spots to visit that you will want to return more than once

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