Attractions & Things to Do

Wineries, Vineyards and Breweries

Goona Warra Vineyard

'Built in the mid-1860s by an early premier of Victoria, this historic Sunbury winery has been reborn as a hospitable, professionally run destination for wine tastings, private functions and Sunday lunch. The spectacular Great Hall and cellar in the original towering bluestone winery have been restored to provide a memorable food and wine experience in a picturesque vineyard setting. The label reproduces the 19th century original, and the winery is highly regarded as a source of top-notch regional wines, especially Chardonnay and Shiraz. The blends employing Merlot and Cabernet Franc are worth trying too.' RALPH KYTE-POWELL

Sunbury

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Government House

Government House is the official residence of the Governor of Victoria, and is located in the precincts of the Botanical Gardens.

Melbourne CBD

National Parks and Reserves

Greenvale Reservoir Park

Things to see and do

Greenvale

Sports and Recreation Facilities

Growling Frog Golf Course

A public access golf course and recreational facility in the heart of Melbourne's booming northern corridor, 'The Frog', as it has become affectionately known, is one of Australia's most environmentally friendly and best designed golf courses.

Yan Yean

Amusement and Theme Parks

Gumbuya Park

Whether you are visiting with family, friends, a social club or a corporate group, Gumbuya Park is a great day out.

Tynong

Dining and Eating Out

Harbour Town Shopping Centre

Harbour Town Shopping Centre at Docklands, is Australia's home of outlet and specialty shopping with over 180 brand direct outlet and specialty stores.

Docklands

National Parks and Reserves

Hawkstowe Picnic Area

With views of the Plenty River and a backdrop of the wooded Plenty Gorge, Hawkstowe Picnic Area is a great spot for a quiet picnic or barbecue.

South morang

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Heide Museum of Modern Art

Heide Museum of Modern Art is one of the most important cultural institutions in Australia, offering visitors a unique combination of art, architecture and landscape, with a rich social history and artistic heritage.

Bulleen

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Heide Museum of Modern Art

Heide Museum of Modern Art is one of the most important cultural institutions in Australia, offering visitors a unique combination of art, architecture and landscape, with a rich social history and artistic heritage.

Bulleen

Dining and Eating Out

Helen's Hill

'With its imposing gates, and architecturally designed building, this property stands out against the backdrop of rolling hills. There are two blocks in the hundred-acre vineyard, the 'old' block planted with Chardonnay and Pinot, which are over 20 years old, and the 'new' block, which has some experimental varieties such as Arneis. You can eat in the well-priced Vines Restaurant, wander through the gardens, or drink in the view of the hills from the casual BBQ area.' SALLY GUDGEON

Coldstream

Entertainment

Her Majesty's Theatre

Her Majesty's Theatre 'The Maj' is Melbourne's home to the world's greatest stage shows. The Maj is a heritage listed lyric theatre that has been entertaining audiences since 1886, celebrating its 125th Anniversary of "Entertaining Australia" in 2011.

Melbourne CBD

National Parks and Reserves

Herring Island Environmental Sculpture Park

Accessible only by boat, Herring Island, 3.2 hectares in size, is just 3 km from the city, and the only substantial island in the Yarra River. This informal parkland has provided the inspiration for curator Maudie Palmer to develop a concept in which artists are commissioned to create site-specific sculptures. Created from natural materials such as stone, earth and wood, the sculptures appear as part of the landscape to reflect the Island's unique and tranquil setting. In particular, different types of stone have been brought from various locations to the island.

South Yarra