10 Things to do Good for a Rainy Day in Victoria That You Shouldn't Miss

January 23, 2022 Almeta Stockton

Discover the best top things to do in Victoria, Australia including The Great Aussie Beer Shed, Mont Rouge Estate, Fossey's Ginporium and Whisky Distillery, Art Gallery of Ballarat, National Gallery of Victoria, Old Melbourne Gaol, Jewish Museum of Australia, Queen Victoria Market, City Circle Tram, Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG).
Restaurants in Victoria

1. 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:)

2. Mont Rouge Estate

232 Red Hill Road, Red Hill, Victoria 3937 Australia +61 3 5931 0234 [email protected] http://www.montrougeestate.com.au
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5.0 based on 48 reviews

Mont Rouge Estate

• WINE • CHOCOLATE • ICE CREAM • Mont Rouge Estate is set in picturesque Red Hill surrounded by acres of stunning vineyards. Visit the Cellar door and Chocolaterie. Lunch on weekends and public holidays. The single vineyard wines, artisan chocolates and ice cream all showcase the uniqueness of the Mornington Peninsula region. A relaxing and enjoyable place to visit, the estate has a warm friendly environment to which visitors are always welcome.

Reviewed By Annie44433

If you want to feel like 'à la maison' (at home ) and enjoy a relaxing atmosphere, head to this boutique winery, in Red Hill. Mont Rouge means 'Red Hill' in French and was previously called Darling Park. The 4 acre vineyard consists of Pinot noir, Pino Gris and Chardonnay and has 30 years of history. I tasted the 2018 Pinot noir with strawberry flavours, not too light, not too strong and perfect to go along with my lunch.Gourmet Barbecue lunch on weekends and public holidays with generous options of meat for $25 .Tasting for a reasonable $5. Nice and cosy atmosphere with 2 welcoming hosts, Brendon and Jenny. This is what you call a hidden gem.

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

40 Lydiard St N, Ballarat, Victoria 3350 Australia +61 3 5320 5858 [email protected] http://artgalleryofballarat.com.au/visit
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4.5 based on 678 reviews

Art Gallery of Ballarat

An interesting and dynamic regional gallery where there is always lots to see. Upstairs, the gallery collection is definitely worth a visit, as the Gallery holds one of the best regional collections in the country and is always looking for interesting, thought-provoking ways of displaying it. Downstairs there are temporary exhibitions, with at least four open at any one time.

Reviewed By 619jeffry - Essendon, Australia

The Art Gallery of Ballarat is not impressive from the outside, but inside it is amazing. The first level is mainly visiting exhibitions and contemporary art, and the second level is a selection from the gallery's permanent collection. It has art by many prominent artists, dating from the 19th century and including Australian modernists. The Art Gallery of Ballarat has one of the best collections in Australia.

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.

6. Old Melbourne Gaol

377 Russell St, Melbourne, Victoria 3000 Australia +61 3 9656 9889 [email protected] http://www.oldmelbournegaol.com.au
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4.5 based on 3,207 reviews

Old Melbourne Gaol

Step back in time and walk the road to the gallows in a 19th century prison, be arrested in a modern-day Police Station or put yourself on trial in court.Home to Melbourne's oldest prison, historic Magistrates' Court and former Police City Watch House, Russell Street has been at the heart of crime, law and order in Melbourne since the 1840s. Most of Australia’s infamous characters, including iconic bushranger, Ned Kelly and notorious gangster Squizzy Taylor have spent time within the walls of this amazing precinct. A ticket to the Old Melbourne Gaol grants you visiting rights to the past, present and future of crime and justice in Australia.

Reviewed By giselaleiva - Sydney, Australia

A truly unique experience the guides were a very good source of information as well as the role play that gave us a bit of an understanding of the prisoner's experience. The displays in the cells was very good and informative. I found the whole experience a bit emotional

7. Jewish Museum of Australia

26 Alma Rd, St Kilda, Port Phillip, Victoria 3182 Australia +61 3 8534 3600 [email protected] http://www.jewishmuseum.com.au/
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4.5 based on 95 reviews

Jewish Museum of Australia

The Jewish Museum of Australia is an inclusive, interactive Museum which strives to engage people with Jewish culture.It houses a permanent exhibition as well as rotating temporary exhibitions.The Jewish Museum of Australia is custodian of over 20,000 objects and stories that tell the continuum of Jewish life and what it means to be Jewish in Australia.

Reviewed By creativecrew - Allentown, United States

We loved this museum! Easy to get to via public transportation from Melbourne. It is in St Kilda not far from the beach and restaurant scene. Welcoming staff. Great historical exhibits. Wonderful to see how they captured stories from families and presented Jewish life!

8. Queen Victoria Market

Victoria Street Corner of Elizabeth Street, Melbourne, Victoria 3000 Australia +61 3 9320 5822 [email protected] http://qvm.com.au/
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4.5 based on 9,750 reviews

Queen Victoria Market

Queen Victoria Market is an authentic, bustling, inner-city market that has been the heart and soul of Melbourne for over 140 years. Home to over 600 small businesses, it’s a great place to discover fresh and specialty produce, hand-made and unique products, great coffee and food, souvenirs and clothing. Shopping at the Market has always been one of life’s great pleasures. It’s not just the abundance of fresh food, it’s the friendly banter with the traders, the vibrant and multicultural atmosphere, the special events and festivals, and the sense of belonging that comes with it. Queen Victoria Market is also home to the Night Market on Wednesday nights, showcasing global street food, live music and entertainment, festival bars, specialty shopping and a great Melbourne night out. Be sure to take the Ultimate Foodie Tour, a two-hour, guided walking tour where you’ll indulge in some of the best food the Market has to offer. Bookings essential.

Reviewed By KarenW750 - Maidstone, United Kingdom

Loved it, on the free tram route, opens at 6am for food, and 9am for the rest of the stalls Amazing meats, fish, fresh produce, really good quality, with cheeses and cured meats too The other craft stalls are plentiful and have an array of goods, cheaper than the tourist shops, a great way to spend 2-3 hours in Melbourne

9. City Circle Tram

Melbourne, Victoria Australia 1800 800 007 http://www.yarratrams.com.au/using-trams/visitors-new-users/city-circle-tram
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4.5 based on 18,254 reviews

City Circle Tram

The City Circle Tram is a free and convenient way to see the sights of central Melbourne and the Docklands while experiencing a ride on one of the city's much loved heritage trams.An audio commentary provides details of city landmarks and major attractions such as the City Museum, Parliament House, Docklands, Federation Square, Melbourne Aquarium and the Princess Theatre.The City Circle Tram also links with other tram, train and bus routes around Melbourne.To catch the City Circle Tram, simply wait at any tram stop along the City Circle Tram route. These tram stops are specially marked with a City Circle sign.Trams operate in both directions every 12 minutes between 10am and 6pm from Sunday to Wednesday and between 10am and 9pm every Thursday, Friday and Saturday.City Circle Trams do not run on Christmas Day and Good Friday.

Reviewed By 477mrb - Melbourne, Australia

Experience the city CBD in the shortest time with local knowledge via in tram audio Get your bearings and enjoy the unique architecture only Melbourne offers while passing though one of the worlds most friendly cities during daylight hours Melbourne has a vibrant restaurant and theatre culture most of which are accessible by the CBD free Melbourne city loop Tram. Highly recommended first trip to Melbourne, or just to get from one side the city to the other

10. 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!!!

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