{"id":1988,"date":"2021-01-21T03:23:00","date_gmt":"2021-01-20T16:23:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/family-holiday-destinations-victoria\/"},"modified":"2025-01-10T09:28:52","modified_gmt":"2025-01-09T22:28:52","slug":"family-holiday-destinations-victoria","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/family-holiday-destinations-victoria\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Family Holiday Destinations in Victoria: Get Along While You Get Away"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Whether you\u2019re travelling with kids or feeling young at heart, these family holiday destinations in Victoria will please travellers of all ages. <\/em><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

You can\u2019t choose your family \u2013 but you can choose the ideal family holiday location!  Big family escapes are the stuff that nostalgic childhood memories are made of, but it can be hard to find a spot that appeals to everyone. Luckily, regional Victoria is blessed with fine food, gorgeous landscapes and quirky kids\u2019 activities \u2013 and these six towns have it all. No matter your age or your interests, you\u2019ll find something to love in these family holiday destinations in Victoria. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Eat your way around Flinders & the Mornington Peninsula <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

On the eastern side of the peninsula, Flinders<\/strong> is quieter than western neighbours like Rye and Dromana while still offering easy access to the Mornington Peninsula\u2019s array of spectacular beaches, from surf waves at Point Leo<\/strong> to the calm waters of Safety Beach<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Adults and kids alike will love the area’s produce, with cheese at Main Ridge Dairy<\/a> wine at Nazaaray Estate Winery<\/a> and sweet treats at the Mornington Peninsula Chocolaterie and Ice Creamery<\/a>. Local produce means exceptional paddock-to-plate restaurants, breweries and wineries \u2013 be sure to make a reservation at local favourites like Montalto<\/a>, the Epicurean<\/a> or Moke Dining<\/a>. For a break from all the eating, tackle the 6km Bushrangers Bay Walking Track<\/strong>, finishing at the iconic Cape Schanck Lighthouse<\/strong>, or play a round at Rye\u2019s Dunes Gold Links<\/strong>.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are plenty more kid-friendly activities in the form of berry-picking, the Arthur\u2019s Seat gondola, a high-ropes course at the Enchanted Adventure Gardens<\/a> or a flick at the Dromana Drive-In<\/a>. While the more mature can enjoy antiquing at Tyabb Packing House Antiques<\/a> or an indulgent soak at the Peninsula Hot Springs<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Meerkats and massages in Werribee & the Bellarine Peninsula<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The ultimate in child-pleasing adventures, a safari across 200 hectares of Werribee\u2019s Open-Range Zoo<\/a>, can be found just 30 minutes out of Melbourne. Kids will love riding in the painted safari trucks as much as they\u2019ll love spotting the rhinos, antelopes, giraffes and zebras roaming the plains. For more mechanically minded kids, the RAAF Museum<\/a> is just 15 minutes away in Point Cook and has a large collection of retired Air Force aircraft. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For lower octane activities, nearby Werribee Mansion<\/a>, a magnificent 1870 stately home, is the perfect place for a scenic picnic or a spot of high tea, and there\u2019s even a highly regarded day spa for some decadent me-time \u2013 if you can rope in a babysitter. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Bellarine Peninsula is home to a collection of good eats and fine drinking establishments, with plenty of options nearby. Notable family-friendly outings include tasting paddles at the Little Creatures Brewery<\/a>, local produce platters at McGlashan\u2019s Estate<\/a> and a cellar door featuring llama-petting at Basils Farm<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hidden treasures in Beechworth, High Country<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Not far from the Great Alpine Road<\/strong>, picturesque goldrush town <\/strong>Beechworth<\/strong> is packed with attractions, both historic and culinary. Known for its association with Ned Kelly, there\u2019s plenty of thrills for kids and history buffs with a Kelly-themed walking tour taking in buildings and artefacts from the bushranger\u2019s life. There are also chills on offer, with ghost tours of Mayday Hills<\/a>, a former ‘lunatic asylum’. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the earthly plane, the Beechworth Bakery<\/a> and the Beechworth Sweet Co<\/a> are welcome stops for sweet tooths in the family, while more refined palates have renowned eateries and local produce to try. Billson\u2019s Brewery serves both. Book ahead to taste a fusion of regional produce and Japanese flavours at chef-hatted Provenance<\/a>, or cycle between vineyards on the Murray to Mountains Rail Trail<\/a> to work for your supper. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

A popular walk from Beechworth is the 6km trail to the spectacular Woolshed <\/strong>Falls<\/strong>. This area was once the centre of gold-panning in the area \u2013 who knows, you may stumble across a treasure of your own.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tipples and Tassie devils in Healesville, Yarra Valley<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Healesville\u2019s best-known attractions \u2013 Healesville Sanctuary<\/a> and the Innocent Bystander<\/a> winery \u2013 make this town, just an hour from Melbourne, one of the most sought-after family holiday destinations in Victoria.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kids can encounter a range of native animals from Tasmanian devils to platypi at the sanctuary and thrill to the birds of prey show. For Tank Engine fans, Yarra Valley Railway<\/a> runs heritage train carriages on a scenic journey from Healesville Station to TarraWarra Estate<\/a>. Yarra Valley Chocolaterie and Ice Creamery<\/a> is just 15 minutes away, and sugar highs can be walked off on the easy trails at Badger Weir<\/strong> and Maroondah Reservoir<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

When the kids are tuckered out, adults can enjoy a pleasing concentration of tasting rooms in the centre of town. In addition to Innocent Bystander, visitors can try a tipple or two at Matilda Bay Brewery<\/a>, Giant Steps<\/a>, Graceburn Wine Room<\/a> and Four Pillars Gin Distillery<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

But it\u2019s not all booze \u2013 get a culture hit at the\u00a0TarraWarra\u00a0Museum of Art<\/a>,\u00a0pick up fresh produce at the\u00a0community markets<\/strong>\u00a0or take the iconic\u00a0Black Spur<\/strong>\u00a0scenic drive to Marysville.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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