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Top 20 Best Things to Do near Melbourne [2025]
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Penguin Parade
4.4
/5
68 reviews
8.1
From £15.31
78.7 km from downtown
Phone +610359512830
Address: 1019 Ventnor Rd, Summerlands VIC 3922, Australia
Recommended sightseeing time: 2–3 hours
Highlights:
Watch penguins return home nightly
Penguin research & conservation work
Saved by 144 users86% positive reviews
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Great service amazing staff. Its great experience to see penguin back to the shore they are so cute and so adorable..will definitly vome back again in future
Definitely worth a visit if you are going to Phillip Island. You are able to see the penguins arrive at dusk at the beach, and subsequently see them to go their homes at the broad walk. Also saw some wallabies on the broad walk.
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Twelve Apostles
4.7
/5
665 reviews
7.1
>100 km from downtown
Phone +61384272002
Address: Victoria, Australia
Recommended sightseeing time: 1–2 hours
Highlights:
Seven towering sea rock pillars
Erosion rate: 0.8 inches/year
Saved by 235 users180 positive reviews
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Amazing viewing point! make sure you check out the beach and also the viewing deck. facilities are well taken care of and large parking lot
12 apostles was such an amazing view loved it every second I spend there. if its possible i would really wanted to go back there to see it once again.
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Port Campbell National Park (Parks Victoria)
4.2
/5
95 reviews
7.1
Based on 1,078 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone +61131963
Address: Great Ocean Rd, Port Campbell VIC 3269, Australia
Recommended sightseeing time: 1–2 hours
Highlights:
Cliff stairs to Gibson Beach
Twelve Apostles: Waves & Rocks
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When traveling the Great Ocean Road by car, you must come to Port Campbell~
It takes about four hours to drive from Melbourne city center
If you play along the road, you can come here
I kept seeing many traces left over from history.
Every limestone is special
What an eye-opener
Another question is
This town has a lot of delicious food
A restaurant that is very popular among locals is the pizza restaurant
Super fragrant and special
One of the flavors is my first time eating it.
It’s pumpkin-based pizza. Everyone can try it wherever you go.
Give you an unexpected surprise
#melbourne
The Arch Bridge is one of the attractions on the Great Ocean Road. It is located on the seaside just after Port Campbell. It is named because of its shape like an arch bridge. It also looks a bit like the Elephant Trunk Hill on the sea. However, the sea view here is very beautiful and you can take very beautiful photos. I personally recommend it.
The attraction is not big, there is no ticket, there is free parking, and it only takes half an hour to walk around.
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Maru Koala and Animal Park
4.3
/5
80 reviews
6.9
From £15.58
Based on 511 reviews
83 km from downtown
Phone +61356788548
Address: 1650 Bass Hwy, Grantville VIC 3984
Recommended sightseeing time: 1–2 hours
Highlights:
Rare white koala & wildlife habitat
Pet & feed koalas closely
Saved by 126 users53% positive reviews
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The silly koalas are very cute. Children like them more. I went there the year before last. The zoo is not big. There are some koalas, kangaroos and other animals. I like koalas more. Some kangaroos are albino, but there are quite a few kangaroos.
Ctrip's ticket price is really a good deal. If you buy the ticket on the spot, it costs 30 dollars, which is a steal. Ctrip's ticket is effective immediately, which is very fast. The area of this park is not very large. The interesting thing is that the kangaroos are raised in the park. You can feed them. Koalas are always in the trees. There is also an activity to hug koalas, but you have to pay extra.
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Phillip Island Nature Parks
4.8
/5
250 reviews
6.9
From £8.06
Based on 5,038 reviews
75.3 km from downtown
Phone +61359512800
Address: 154/156 Thompson Ave, Cowes VIC 3922, Australia
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5–1 day
Highlights:
Viewpoints for coastline & wildlife
Penguin parade: up-close experience
Saved by 166 users151 positive reviews
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Phillip Island Nature Park is an unforgettable travel experience. It seems to be a natural treasure, the spectacular scenes of penguins returning to their nests are moving, the little guys are swaying and cute. There are seals lazily basking in the sun and playing with the waves. Walking on the beach, breathing the fresh sea breeze, feeling the tranquility and beauty of nature, let people forget the hustle and bustle of the world, just want to immerse in this pure world.
Great way to get a taste of Philip Island from Melbourne.Little penguins are adorable. A great experience overall.
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Peninsula Hot Springs
4.4
/5
88 reviews
6.5
From £29.64
Based on 2,308 reviews
66.8 km from downtown
Phone +61359508777
Address: 140 Springs Ln, Fingal VIC 3939, Australia
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5–1 day
Highlights:
Over 20 open-air hot springs
Regular magical night light shows
Saved by 294 users78% positive reviews
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It's very good. The hot spring water has different temperatures and there are many pools. The only drawback is that there are too many people. There are many people in each pool and you have to queue during peak hours. Everything else is great and the scenery is also very good. Recommended
A great natural sulfur hot spring with few people and beautiful scenery. You can watch the sunset while soaking in the hot spring on the top of the mountain, and watch movies and the starry sky at night. In addition to the changing rooms, you can also rent a dome and order simple meals.
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Split Point Lighthouse Tours
4.2
/5
62 reviews
5.8
Based on 451 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone +61352631133
Address: 13 Federal St, Aireys Inlet VIC 3231, Australia
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5–1 hour
Highlights:
Sunset & lighthouse views
Lorne's iconic lighthouse
29% positive reviews
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Visiting Split Point Lighthouse was an unforgettable experience. The stunning views from the top made every step of the climb worthwhile. The modest entry fee is well-justified by the breathtaking panorama and the immersive experience.The staff were friendly and knowledgeable, sharing fascinating stories and history about the lighthouse, which added depth to the visit. While there are quite a few stairs to climb, there are resting points along the way, making it manageable for most people.After enjoying the views, we treated ourselves to scones and a drink at the charming tearooms, set in the old stables—a delightful way to relax and reflect on the visit. The Reuben sandwich was also a highlight, highly recommended for anyone looking for a satisfying bite.Split Point Lighthouse is a must-visit for its incredible vistas, rich history, and welcoming atmosphere. Perfect for a day out!
The Split Point Lighthouse is located on the cliff of the famous Split Point. It is a lighthouse with a history of more than 100 years. The red lighthouse top shines brightly at night and can be seen from a long distance. It is definitely a very bright beacon on the Melbourne coast and is worth visiting.
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Koala Conservation Reserve
4.4
/5
79 reviews
5.7
From £8.06
79.1 km from downtown
Phone +61359512800
Address: 1810 Phillip Island Rd, Rhyll VIC 3923, Australia
Recommended sightseeing time: 2–3 hours
Highlights:
30 years of koala conservation
Cuddle a koala & photograph
30% positive reviews
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The koalas are very cute. The whole center is not big. You can visit it all in one hour. There are koalas, kangaroos and many birds. The overall environment is very quiet. The koalas are very cooperative. There is also a machine at the door that can make coins and commemorative coins. The children like it very much.
Great place to see some of Australia's wildlife and most famously the koalas. You can also grab a glimpse at other animals like kangaroos.
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Mornington Peninsula Shire
4.6
/5
101 reviews
5.6
53.6 km from downtown
Address: Victoria, Australia
Recommended sightseeing time: 1–2 days
Highlights:
Diving, fishing & kayaking adventures
Cliffside stay & sea view
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In Melbourne's Mornington Forest, a pair of kangaroos, father and son, have become the most popular family in the forest. The father kangaroo, steady and tough, is the guardian of the family; the mother kangaroo, gentle and loving, is the soul of the family; the brother kangaroo, lively and curious, is the hope of the family. The little kangaroo in the mother kangaroo's pocket is the future of the family, quiet and dependent. Each kangaroo interprets the happiness and harmony of this family in its own way.
When the sun penetrates the leaves and sprinkles on them, their fur gleams with a warm luster, as if the whole world is illuminated by their existence. They jump and play in the forest, and their free and unrestrained attitude towards life makes people applaud and cheer for them.
However, their existence also allows us to see the power of nature and the miracle of life. They are not just a group of kangaroos, but also part of this forest and the key to ecological balance. Their existence reminds us to respect nature, protect ecology, and make every corner of this world full of the power of life.
When we leave this forest and this kangaroo family, we take away our awe of life, our gratitude for nature, and our love for life. We know that in our lives, we will encounter various challenges and difficulties, but as long as we have enough courage and determination, we will be able to be as tenacious as kangaroos at any time and in any place.
Finally, let us pay tribute to this kangaroo family, to the courage and determination they show, and to the life force they represent. May every life be respected and loved, and may every corner be filled with the power of life.
Mornington Peninsula is a beautiful place. You can see many beautiful scenery on the peninsula. The plant coverage rate is very high. There are many animal species on the peninsula that can be visited. The transportation method connecting the urban area and the peninsula is to take a cruise ship.
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Phillip Island Chocolate Factory
4.4
/5
72 reviews
5.5
From £9.03
Based on 1,101 reviews
84.8 km from downtown
Phone +61359566600
Address: 930 Phillip Island Rd, Newhaven VIC 3925
Recommended sightseeing time: 1–3 hours
Highlights:
Visit Pannys Chocolate Wonderland
Taste Panny Chocolate Café's specialties
53% positive reviews
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The chocolate factory is a typical good place. You can also see many interesting projects in this factory. Many settings of the chocolate factory are also quite interesting. You can see the chocolate processing process and taste some special chocolates.
The Penny Chocolate Factory in Melbourne is a very famous chocolate store. Here, chocolates are made into various shapes and even various scenes. With exquisite packaging, it is definitely a great product for collection, self-eating or gifting.
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