{"id":2009,"date":"2021-05-27T05:54:00","date_gmt":"2021-05-26T19:54:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/things-to-do-in-victoria-in-winter\/"},"modified":"2025-01-10T09:28:38","modified_gmt":"2025-01-09T22:28:38","slug":"things-to-do-in-victoria-in-winter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/things-to-do-in-victoria-in-winter\/","title":{"rendered":"Things to Do in Victoria in Winter: 7 Must-Do Experiences"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Bring on the chill with Victoria’s<\/a> top winter wonderland experiences.<\/em><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Victoria\u2019s winters seem to start sooner, last longer and cut deeper than those of our sunnier states. But don\u2019t despair \u2013 longer nights and colder days have their advantages. From lively night markets to steaming mugs of gooey hot chocolate and fireside wine tastings, Victoria is well practised in spicing up the colder months. So, shake off those winter blues and get ready to embrace the romance of the season with these seven things to do in Victoria in winter. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Peruse Melbourne\u2019s Queen Victoria Winter Night Market<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As the sun sets over Melbourne CBD and the rest of the city bunkers down for a chilly Wednesday evening in, Queen Victoria Market<\/a> comes alive. The flickering neon \u2018Winter Night Market\u2019 sign is a beacon of food, shopping and entertainment. Live music will have your toes tapping as you wait in line for mouth-watering street food \u2013 think halloumi fries, smoky barbeque, rich curries and so much more. Don\u2019t forget to grab a cup of sweet mulled wine to keep your hands warm while you peruse the stalls. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Toast all things wine at Geelong\u2019s Winter Shiraz Festival   <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Lovers of shiraz, get ready to flock to the pristine Bellarine Peninsula for the Geelong Winter Shiraz Festival<\/a>, held over one spectacular weekend (3\u20144 July 2021). Over 20 participating wineries across the peninsula bring forth their most prized drops for sampling, food pairings and shiraz masterclasses. What could be better than swilling a full-bodied red while sitting by an open fire, with a hearty meal to fill your belly and stunning vineyard views unfolding before you? Nothing, that\u2019s what. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cosy up with fireside wining and dining in the Yarra Valley <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Speaking of vineyards;\u00a0escape the icy winds\u00a0rolling\u00a0across the Yarra Valley\u00a0by\u00a0journeying\u00a0to some of Victoria\u2019s cosiest\u00a0cellar doors\u00a0for wine tastings\u00a0by a\u00a0crackling\u00a0fire.\u00a0At\u00a0Fondata<\/a>\u00a01872 in Kangaroo Ground,\u00a0you can\u00a0sip\u00a0locally made\u00a0craft beer and wine\u00a0by\u00a0a\u00a0fireplace\u00a0that\u2019s been\u00a0the venue\u2019s\u00a0central focus since 1872.\u00a0Family-owned\u00a0Sutherland Estate<\/a>\u2019s cellar door\u00a0also\u00a0features an\u00a0open\u00a0fireplace\u00a0plus\u00a0vineyard views from\u00a0floor-to-ceiling windows\u00a0\u2013\u00a0both\u00a0best\u00a0enjoyed\u00a0with a glass of the estate\u2019s chardonnay or\u00a0tempranillo.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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