{"id":73802,"date":"2018-05-31T15:16:50","date_gmt":"2018-05-31T15:16:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/?p=73802"},"modified":"2018-05-31T15:16:50","modified_gmt":"2018-05-31T15:16:50","slug":"day-trips-from-melbourne","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/day-trips-from-melbourne\/","title":{"rendered":"Penguins, bushrangers & prosecco: the best day trips from Melbourne"},"content":{"rendered":"

Victoria must be one of Australia\u2019s best states for several reasons. The first is that it’s home to Melbourne<\/a>, a fabulous city, thriving with culture and colour. That\u2019s something to be proud of, for sure. Victoria also happens to be third smallest out of Oz\u2019s eight states and territories, meaning you can cover a lot of land in a short amount of time. This is no mean feat in Australia; a vast country with a desert so arid that it does tend to contain a whole lot of nothing in some parts. Although Melbourne is a wonderfully vibrant city, you\u2019d do yourself a disservice if you didn\u2019t get out and see at least a tiny bit of what regional Victoria has to offer. Here are a few destinations that are all easy day trips from Melbourne. Some are already quite popular amongst tourists; others are more frequented by Victorian locals. Go ahead and take your pick!<\/p>\n

Milawa\/King Valley<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Drive time: 2 hours, 50 mins<\/p>\n

Distance from Melbourne CBD: 259 kms<\/p>\n

Reasons to visit:<\/h3>\n

There is a heck-tonne of wonderful wine produced in Victoria and if you\u2019re a fan of prosecco, to the King Valley you must go. This corner of the state has seen a strong settlement of Italian wine-producers, with winemaker Otto Dal Zotto leading the way by planting the first prosecco vines in 1999.<\/p>\n

Five other local winemakers began making this delicious sparkling Italian wine, creating what is now known as \u201cProsecco Road\u201d. This is essentially a food and wine trail that snakes through the area, concentrating heavily on Italian cuisine.<\/p>\n

If wine isn\u2019t so much your thing, don\u2019t fear. The area is home to local breweries and distilleries, such as Hurdle Creek Still, which will certainly appease gin lovers. I thoroughly recommend buying up some cheese from Milawa Cheese Co and grabbing a meal at the Brown Brother\u2019s vineyard\u2019s award-winning restaurant, Patricia\u2019s Table.<\/p>\n

Make a weekend of it:<\/h3>\n

Milawa is quite a lovely small town and an ideal place to stay if you\u2019re planning on taking a bit longer to explore the region. I thoroughly recommend having a poke around the local antique store and buying some mustard from the eponymous Milawa Mustards.<\/p>\n

Drive through the King Valley to Power Lookout to enjoy views of either the sunrise or sunset. This spot is named after the bushranger Harry Power, as it\u2019s believed he used it as a vantage point to view approaching troopers in the 1860s.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re after a hearty dinner in a pub setting, book a table at the Mountain View gastro-pub, which offers up European style cuisine in the heart of the King Valley.<\/p>\n

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Ballarat<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Drive time: 1 hours, 26 mins<\/p>\n

Distance from Melbourne CBD: 116 kms<\/p>\n

Reasons to visit:<\/h3>\n

Ballarat is one of Victoria\u2019s most historic towns, from the gold rush era. It\u2019s a destination that\u2019s rife with culture and history, alongside good food, fantastic wine and some of the most stunning architecture you can imagine.<\/p>\n

Ballarat is home to some beautiful Botanic Gardens (featuring \u201cPrime Minister Avenue\u201d, a path which is adjourned by bronze busts of every PM that Australia has ever had), Lake Wendouree and Sovereign Hill.<\/p>\n

Sovereign Hill is a popular tourist destination here. It\u2019s essentially an open-air museum, which depicts Ballarat during the Gold Rush era. Costumed actors drift around a replica of a gold mining town and visitors can go panning for the precious substance.<\/p>\n

The best thing is that you don\u2019t need a car to visit Ballarat \u2013 it\u2019s easily accessible via trains, which depart often from Southern Cross Station.<\/p>\n

Make a weekend of it:<\/h3>\n

I highly recommend visiting during the month-long winter festival, which celebrates all that makes Ballarat the fantastic destination that it is. There are wine tastings, plays and food fairs. The town centre is trussed up with lights and winter-themed decorations \u2013 it\u2019s a lot of fun.<\/p>\n

Ballarat is also a stone\u2019s throw away from another spectacular wine region \u2013 the Pyrenees. Not to confused with the famous mountain range in France, you can drive from cellar door to cellar door, or stuff yourself full of delicious local wares.<\/p>\n

This region is a popular place for artists and there are many local galleries and studios to explore.<\/p>\n

Dandenong Ranges<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Drive time: 55 mins<\/p>\n

Distance from Melbourne CBD: 50 kms<\/p>\n

Reasons to Visit:<\/h3>\n

Of all the places on this list, the Dandenong Ranges are the closest, making them an ideal destination for a Melbourne road trip.<\/p>\n

The town of Olinda is a great place to start \u2013 it’s very picturesque, filled with boutique stores and cute caf\u00e9s. Olinda is also quite close to the National Rhododendron Gardens. These gardens are free to enter and are home to not only some lovely flora but plenty of bird life \u2013 including Lyrebirds.<\/p>\n

The William Ricketts Sanctuary is another spot worth making a stop at. A peaceful, tranquil area, it\u2019s full of mystical wooden sculptures that are hidden amongst the ferns that line the pathway.<\/p>\n

You can survey the ranges from the top of Mt. Dandenong at SkyHigh. This restaurant is surrounded by gardens, forests, sculptures and even features a maze. On a clear day you can see the city of Melbourne in the distance.<\/p>\n

Make a weekend of it:<\/h3>\n

If you fancy an extended trip, there are plenty of other activities on offer. The Dandenongs are essentially known for their stunning natural beauty and the best of it can be found at the Dandenong Ranges National Park \u2013 the perfect place for a stroll or a picnic.<\/p>\n

Take a ride on Puffing Billy, Victoria\u2019s historic steam train. It\u2019s ideal for families but singles and couples can also enjoy a meal on board or dress up for murder mystery nights.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t forget to grab a meal at the Pig & Whistle Tavern. It has the vibe and decor of an English pub, with boutique beers on tap.<\/p>\n

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Daylesford & Hepburn Springs<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Drive time: 1 hours, 27 mins<\/p>\n

Distance from Melbourne CBD: 114 kms<\/p>\n

Reasons to visit:<\/h3>\n

Daylesford is one of Victoria\u2019s best-loved tourist destinations. The town and nearby Hepburn Springs are home to the largest concentration of mineral springs in the country.<\/p>\n

Bearing this in mind, it would probably be best to plan your trip around the Hepburn Bathhouse. A spa of sorts has been on this particular site since the late 1800s. Visitors today can buy a general pass, which gets you access to The Bathhouse, or you can upgrade to enter \u201cThe Sanctuary\u201d.<\/p>\n

Here you\u2019ll find Spa Couches, a Salt and Magnesium Pool and the Creekside Bathing pools, which overlook the surrounding bush. It\u2019s certainly worth the upgrade and yes, I am speaking from blissful experience.<\/p>\n

After visiting the Bathhouse, be sure to stop in one of the cute caf\u00e9s within Hepburn Springs, such as Frank & Connie\u2019s or Love Blue Bean. Daylesford town centre is fantastic for a spot of shopping, particularly if you\u2019re into antiques.<\/p>\n

There are also plenty of places to grab a decent meal or tipple. Cliffy\u2019s Emporium is always a winner, along with Wombat Hill House and the very picturesque Farmer\u2019s Arms. For dinner, I suggest Koukla, which will have Italian food fans raving.<\/p>\n

Make a weekend of it:<\/h3>\n

Daylesford can be a lot of fun to party in, particularly as it\u2019s the LGBT capital of Victoria.<\/p>\n

Daylesford Cider Company is located 3km out of town and is ideal for a lazy afternoon spent sipping cider in the sun. If you time your visit right, you can frolic amongst the lavender at Lavandula Swiss Italian Farm, or at the very least eat at the local caf\u00e9 or buy all the lavender scented products you can imagine.<\/p>\n

Phillip Island<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Drive time: 1 hours, 53 mins<\/p>\n

Distance from Melbourne CBD: 141 kms<\/p>\n

Reasons to visit:<\/h3>\n

One word. Penguins. Phillip Island is home to a colony of Little Penguins, who return to shore every evening after a day spent fishing in the Bass Strait. Visitors to the island can see the penguins from a viewing station known as \u201cPenguin Parade\u201d. They\u2019ll come in from the ocean and waddle across the sand to their sandy burrows, to rest for the night.<\/p>\n

Although the penguins are the main attraction, there are plenty of other things to do on Phillip Island, particularly if you\u2019re an animal nut. You can visit the Koala Conservation Centre to see one of Australia\u2019s most famous mammals in their natural habitat. You can even pat one at Maru Koala and Animal Park.<\/p>\n

Visit Churchill Island Heritage Farm, the site of the first European agriculture attempts in Victoria and stroll amongst the cottages, gardens and lawns.<\/p>\n

Phillip Island is also the site of the Grand Prix. If you time your visit right, you can bear witness to one of the most popular and exciting sporting events in the country.<\/p>\n

Make a weekend of it:<\/h3>\n

For a small place, Phillip Island sure does pack a lot in. Visit \u2018The Nobbies\u2019 for wonderful views along the rugged coast of the island. There are also plenty of walking trails available, which you can stroll along whilst taking in the spectacular scenery (the island is also an excellent vantage for both bird and whale watching if you should be so lucky!).<\/p>\n

If you\u2019ve got a bit of a sweet tooth, be sure to check out the Phillip Island Chocolate Factory. You can grab a hot chocolate onsite \u2013 plus the entry ticket is made from chocolate, too!<\/p>\n

Although you could spend an entire holiday in the city and not get bored, you\u2019d do yourself a real disservice if you didn\u2019t get out and take at least one day trip from Melbourne. Regional Victoria<\/a> will not disappoint.<\/p>\n

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About The Author<\/h3>\n

LC Hunter is an ex-expat, who is currently exploring her home country of Australia. She has two ambitions in life \u2013 to travel plastic-free and to one day live on a farm in Tasmania with 11 dogs, a miniature pig and several pygmy goats.\u00a0Follow her travels around Oz and attempts to embrace a greener lifestyle on her blog\u00a0Birdgehls<\/a>\u00a0and on\u00a0Facebook<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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