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Heide Museum of Modern Art

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Heide Museum of Modern Art

Heide is a public art museum and sculpture park located on a stretch of the Birrarung/Yarra River in Melbourne that has long served as a meeting point and as a creative hub. Once a significant Wurundjeri gathering place, the site later attracted the artists of the Australian Impressionist School before becoming the home of art patrons John and Sunday Reed in 1934. The Reeds and their circle of artists and writers embraced the brave and the new in art and ideas and their spirited legacy inspires the museum's activities today, from collaborating with emerging and mid-career artists to celebrating those who have made major contributions to Australian and international art. Set on 6.5 hectares of parkland with five gallery spaces, award-winning architecture and a distinctive collection of more than 3,600 works of art, Heide holds a special place in the cultural landscape of Australia.

Bulleen VIC

0.0 km away

Banksia Park — Image credit: Parks Victoria

National Parks and Reserves

Banksia Park

The open space, playgrounds and picnic areas of Banksia Park, within the Yarra Valley Parklands make it a popular location for visitors. The park can be accessed from Templestowe Road, Bulleen and is the perfect place for cyclists, joggers, walkers and for a breath of fresh air. The area has a picnic shelter and tables, playground, accessible toilets and drinking water. There are no litter bins on site, however coal bins are available for the disposal of cold coals only. Please take all other rubbish away for recycling or disposal. Follow the Heritage Trail and learn about our history and special significance of the Aboriginal sites, view the plentiful water fowl in the wetlands, or walk the Heidelberg Artists Trail. Organised groups of more than 50 people require a permit from Parks Victoria. In 1841, a punt was installed on the Yarra River at the site of the bridge at Banksia Park. It opened the best route between Melbourne and the Bulleen-Templestowe area enabling the earliest Europeans to settle along the rich river flats. Banksia Park was the first part of the Yarra Valley Parklands to be opened to the public in 1978. Before traveling, visit Parks Victoria's website to check for changes in park conditions which may impact your visit. Remember to stay bushfire ready using Emergency Victoria's website while in nature.

Bulleen VIC

0.4 km away

Yarra Valley Parklands — Image credit: Parks Victoria

National Parks and Reserves

Yarra Valley Parklands

Yarra Valley Parklands extend along the Yarra River and provide visitors with a wide range of recreational opportunities, from picnicking to canoeing and even camping. The parks include Westerfolds, Banksia, Birrarrung and Candlebark parks, Yarra Flats, Sweeneys Flat and Longridge Park Camp. The parklands form a significant 'backbone' of interconnecting trails, linear parks, wetlands and waterways throughout the metropolitan area. The ongoing effort revegetating the parklands, mostly with the aid of valued community groups planting about 30,000 trees per year, has seen the return of a number of significant wildlife species. Yarra Valley Parklands is part of an Aboriginal cultural landscape in the traditional Country of the Wurundjeri People. Parks Victoria respects the deep and continuing connection that Traditional Owners have to these lands and waters, and we recognise their ongoing role in caring for Country. Conditions can change in parks for many reasons. Before your visit, please check the relevant park page on the Parks Victoria website for updated changes of conditions and familiarise yourself with important bushfire safety information to ensure your experience is safe and enjoyable. For information about fires, Fire Danger Ratings and Total Fire Bans visit www.emergency.vic.gov.au

Bulleen VIC

0.4 km away

Yarra Flats — Image credit: Parks Victoria

National Parks and Reserves

Yarra Flats

Yarra Flats Park features 85 hectares of pastoral and heritage landscapes, natural bushland, wetlands, abundant birdlife and a number of informal picnic areas. There is a wood barbecue, picnic tables and shelters located near the car park. Fires are permitted only in the barbecue provided, and you are welcome to bring your own small gas barbecue. The toilet block at Yarra Flats Park is wheelchair accessible. Along the Main Yarra Trail is the Heidelberg School Artists Trail, which illustrates how artists a century ago (such as Condor, McCubbin and Streeton) interpreted the landscape. Before you go Conditions can change in parks for many reasons. For the latest information on changes to local conditions, please visit the relevant park page on the Parks Victoria website. Be bushfire ready in the great outdoors. Refer to the Bushfire Safety section on the Parks Victoria website for tips on how to stay safe.

Ivanhoe East VIC

2.8 km away

Ivanhoe Shopping Centre - Upper Heidelberg Road — Image credit: ITA

Shopping and Markets

Ivanhoe Shopping Centre

Ivanhoe Shopping Centre is located in the heart of Ivanhoe. They believe that when people go shopping it’s more than just picking groceries or the daily newspaper. It’s about connecting with their customers and knowing that when you walk through the doors, you will feel like you are part of the same community as the people that work there, whether you are an Ivanhoe local or just passing through. Ivanhoe Shopping Centre wants everyone to come and heighten their senses and taste the delights that Ivanhoe has to offer. They are sure you will leave satisfied and return again for more of what they believe is a return to a once treasured shopping strip experience.

Ivanhoe VIC

3.5 km away

Wattle Park

National Parks and Reserves

Wattle Park

Wattle Parks features historic buildings, huge gum trees, wattles, seasonal wildflowers and ponds. The historic Chalet, popular for functions, is set among exotic trees and sweeping lawns. The tennis courts and public nine-hole golf course are great places to practice your swing and enjoy some friendly competition. Before you go Conditions can change in parks for many reasons. For the latest information on changes to local conditions, please visit the relevant park page on the Parks Victoria website. Be bushfire ready in the great outdoors. Refer to the Bushfire Safety section on the Parks Victoria website for tips on how to stay safe.

Surrey Hills VIC

3.7 km away

Relinque Urban Retreat & Spa operates the only privately owned Ice fountain and steam room in Melb. — Image credit: Relinque Urban Retreat & Spa

Spas and Retreats

Relinque Urban Retreat & Spa

Located in the leafy northern suburb, Ivanhoe, Relinque Urban Retreat and Spa is a brand new luxury day spa and wellbeing retreat where people can take some time out of a busy world to focus on their own health, relaxation and wellness. There are four Relinque Journeys ranging from 80 - 170 minutes. These include an indulgent array of facial therapy, massage therapy, body scrubs, wraps, foot treatments, hand therapy, and scalp treatments using the botanical LaGaia products, a scientifically formulated, ph. balanced, locally sourced skin care range. Individual treatments are also available. Relinque Urban Retreat and Spa also operates the only privately owned steam and ice room in Melbourne. The healing benefits of hot and cold contrast therapy (alternating between steam at 45 degrees and the coolness of the ice fountain) are profound and will increase the sense of wellbeing immediately. The carefully selected, highly trained staff have extensive backgrounds and decades of experience working in luxury day spa environments such as Aurora Day Spa in St Kilda. After lockdowns and the stressful years of the pandemic, everyone knows how important it is to mindfully retreat and take care of their health. What better place to do it than at a luxury day spa only 10kms from the city centre?

Ivanhoe VIC

4.1 km away

Westerfolds Park — Image credit: Parks Victoria

National Parks and Reserves

Westerfolds Park

Westerfolds Park, situated beside the Yarra River in Templestowe, offers over 120 hectares of recreational and environmental parkland. Come and see the wattles in bloom in the spring. From the observation deck, watch the Yarra River bubble over rapids. Bring your own canoes and go for a race down the river. Ride your bike on the park's shared pathways or follow the Main Yarra Trail all the way to the city. Find out your level of fitness on the Fun and Fitness Trail. Obtain a permit and ride your horse along the Bridle Trail, follow the Homeshow Trail signs and find out how the creatures of Westerfolds live or go on a ranger-led night walk and see some of the nocturnal creatures of Westerfolds. Conditions can change in parks for many reasons. Before your visit, please check the relevant park page on the Parks Victoria website for updated changes of conditions and familiarise yourself with important bushfire safety information to ensure your experience is safe and enjoyable. For information about fires, Fire Danger Ratings and Total Fire Bans visit the Emergency Victoria website.

Templestowe VIC

4.8 km away

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Entertainment Venues

Flight Simulator Melbourne

Experience the thrill of flying a real commercial jet right here in Melbourne. At Flight Sim Melbourne, step into the captain's seat of the world's most popular airliner, the Boeing 737. The highly realistic simulator lets you take off, cruise, and land just like a real airline pilot, no experience needed. Perfect for tourists seeking a unique Melbourne adventure and locals wanting something unforgettable. They welcome birthday parties, group bookings, corporate events and aviation enthusiasts of all ages. Add an exciting flight experience to your tour day and enjoy nearby cafés, restaurants, and pubs before or after your session. Flight Sim Melbourne is easy to reach by public transport, being just a minutes from the East Kew Terminus and nearby bus stops, with convenient parking available if you're driving. Whether you're chasing your dream of becoming a pilot or simply looking for an exciting experience, Flight Sim Melbourne is ready for takeoff. Book your flight today and become the captain. From first timers to seasoned aviation fans, the immersive simulators deliver a true to life cockpit adventure that showcases the thrill of flying without ever leaving the ground. Step inside the fully immersive cockpit and discover why Flight Sim Melbourne has become a must do attraction for visitors wanting a unique, unforgettable taste of real aviation.

Kew East VIC

5.4 km away

Great Hall — Image credit: Montsalvat

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Montsalvat

Montsalvat is Australia’s oldest continuously operating artist collective. Blending art with architecture, community and culture, Montsalvat is an ode to artistic practice, sustainable architecture and connection to people and place. From mudbrick cottages to vaulted halls, explore a world handbuilt by Justus Jorgensen and his followers. Gargoyles and bosses, stained glass windows and countless sculptures await discovery, relics of the many lives dedicated to creativity with Montsalvat as their witness. Today, this legacy is upheld by our studio artists and all who contribute and celebrate art of all forms at this historic place.

Eltham VIC

7.0 km away

Gertrude Contemporary

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Gertrude Contemporary

Gertrude is Australia's leading incubator of contemporary art. Respected nationally and internationally, Gertrude has proven its impact for over 40 years shaping the careers of Australia's most celebrated artists. As a non-commercial and independent space, Gertrude offers artists freedom for risk-taking, innovation and ambition. Its artistic program – including its studio and exhibition program – is unique in its equal emphasis on the production and presentation of contemporary art. This enables it to back great artists to explore new ideas and present risk-taking work at pivotal points in their careers. Gertrude gives audiences unique insight into the creative development of artists. Its audiences engage with risk-taking, formative moments that define artist careers.

Preston VIC

7.2 km away

Yarra Bend Park — Image credit: Parks Victoria

Natural Attractions

Yarra Bend Park

Yarra Bend Park is a picturesque native park near the heart of Melbourne. The park features steep river escarpments, open woodlands, playing fields and golf courses. Explore the park by foot or by bike, go boating on the river and enjoy superb views of the city skyline. Pleasant picnic areas, barbecues, rotundas and playgrounds make it popular with families. Meals, refreshments and boat hire are available at venues within the park. The 500 metre, 20-minute return, Bat Colony Nature Trail is a great way to see the remarkable colony of bats or Grey Headed Flying Foxes. At sunset, they put on a spectacular show as they all fly off to spend the night feeding on fruit and pollen. Or why not join a free Flying Fox Discovery Tour. The tours are free, fun and educational and offered until Christmas. Before you go - Conditions can change in parks for many reasons. For the latest information on changes to local conditions, please visit the relevant park page on the Parks Victoria website. Be bushfire ready in the great outdoors. Refer to the Bushfire Safety section on the Parks Victoria website for tips on how to stay safe.

Fairfield VIC

7.5 km away

Sweeneys Flat

National Parks and Reserves

Sweeneys Flat

Nestled beside the Yarra River in Eltham, the scenic surrounds of Sweeneys Flat offers a perfect spot for a family picnic, a special place to escape whilst taking in the views of the lush surrounding bushland. Your own gas barbecues are welcome at Sweeneys Flats since there are no barbecues provided. Toilet facilities are not available. Organised groups of more than 20 people require a permit from the Park Office. Permits for the busiest period (November to February) will be issued from the 1 May. Conditions can change in parks for many reasons. For the latest information on changes to local conditions, please visit the relevant park page on the Parks Victoria website. Be bushfire ready in the great outdoors. Refer to the Bushfire Safety section on the Parks Victoria website for tips on how to stay safe.

Eltham VIC

7.5 km away

Drawing Room, Villa Alba Museum — Image credit: Villa Alba Museum Inc

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Villa Alba Museum, Kew

Villa Alba Museum is a lavishly decorated 1880s Italianate mansion in Kew adjacent to Studley Park. The house is elaborately decorated with painted and stencilled ceilings and walls with trompe l'oeil effects and features two 40 foot panoramic murals of marine views of Sydney and Edinburgh of national significance. The recreated heritage garden has been reinstated in its late Victorian form. Come and explore the house and a relaxing stroll in the garden on the first Sunday of the month Open Day. Group tours also available by appointment.

Kew VIC

8.2 km away

The Lone Phone, one of the immersive experiences at NCM — Image credit: Casey Horsfield

Galleries, Museums and Collections

National Communication Museum (NCM)

Discover the National Communication Museum (NCM), where technology, art and creativity collide. Housed in a 1939 telephone exchange in Hawthorn, NCM explores the past, present and future technologies that connect us. Step back in time with rotary dial phones, meet George, the famous Speaking Clock and a working step-by-step telephone exchange. Log on at the '90s Cyber Café, where you can browse the web and play games from the days of the early internet. Younger visitors can get hands-on in the Kids Hub, while a changing program of exhibitions brings artists and technologists together to unpack how technology shapes your everyday lives, exploring everything from robotics to surveillance technology, artificial intelligence and more. Now showing is Radical Computing, a love letter to the personal computer. Curated by Mel Huang Buntine, the exhibition traces how computers went from being behind closed doors, to something every day people could build, tinker and play with in their own homes. Highlights include a rare CM-2 supercomputer, the only one known to have come to Australia, alongside a wall of iconic personal computers, interwoven with fun, interactive experiences, celebrating Melbourne's coding and underground demoscene. Throughout the year, NCM also runs talks, workshops, school holiday programs and school excursions. Adult, concession and family tickets are available, along with memberships. Come and experience the story of human connection at NCM.

Hawthorn VIC

8.3 km away

Installation view, 'Objective', Town Hall Gallery, 2025. Photo by Christian Capurro. — Image credit: Courtesy City of Boroondara and Christian Capurro.

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Town Hall Gallery

Spanning four gallery spaces, the Town Hall Gallery features a diverse range of contemporary and innovative curated exhibitions, public programs and exhibits drawn from the Town Hall Gallery Collection. Town Hall Gallery's exhibition calendar is carefully selected to explore diverse mediums and themes relevant to Boroondara and the visual arts scene. Exhibitions are also drawn from the Town Hall Gallery Collection of contemporary and historical art. The collection reflects Boroondara's diverse community and features art by significant Australian artists who currently live or have lived or worked in the municipality. In addition to the exhibition program, Town Hall Gallery hosts a range of public programs including hands-on workshops, talks, seminars and documentary screenings.

Hawthorn VIC

8.3 km away

Strangest Thing — Image credit: Rush Escape Game

Amusement and Theme Parks

Rush Escape Game - Hawthorn

Rush Escape Game provides adrenaline filled live escape game experiences to thrill seekers from all over the world. The goal is for every player of the game to feel the rush of escaping - others would refer to this experience as being in the zone while researchers call it flow. At the peak of this state you will feel great and perform at your best, action and awareness merge, time flies and self vanishes. If you have ever been involved in an activity or project where everything else was forgotten, then you will be familiar with this state. Rush Escape Game deliberately focuses on maximising fun, playing this game feels even more exciting and engaging as you realise that no one escapes alone, this means you will need to work together as a team to overcome all of the challenges. Co-operation, critical thinking, pattern recognition and fast decision making will be required, and before you know it, your primal survival and problem solving instincts will surface to help solve unusual puzzles, uncover clues, keys and codes with the ultimate aim of escaping.

Hawthorn VIC

8.4 km away

Convent Building, ACF20 Open Day 2024 — Image credit: Abbotsford Convent Foundation

Entertainment Venues

Abbotsford Convent

Just four kilometres from Melbourne’s CBD and spread over 16 acres, the Abbotsford Convent – with its 11 historic buildings and gardens – is Australia’s largest arts and cultural precinct. The former Convent of the Good Shepherd, this ex-monastic site is now owned by the Abbotsford Convent Foundation (ACF) – a not-for-profit organisation that operates the Abbotsford Convent on behalf of the public. Today, the Convent is home to over 100 studios, two galleries, cafes, a radio station, a school, and an abundance of green open space. Each year the Convent welcomes a diverse range of art projects, rehearsals, workshops, exhibitions, markets, events and festivals.

Abbotsford VIC

8.6 km away

Our team of qualified horticulturalists are on hand to help gardeners of all levels. — Image credit: CERES

Shopping and Markets

CERES Nursery

A must-visit for plant lovers, CERES Nursery specialises in edible and native plants. Their team of horticulturalists and volunteers propagate certified organic seedlings, including rare and heirloom varieties you won't find anywhere else - like more than 25 types of heirloom tomatoes. Alongside a lush range of indoor plants, from monsteras to fiddle-leaf figs, you'll find beautiful handmade goods from local makers and artists. Think pottery, products made with plants, garden accessories and thoughtful gifts that showcase the creativity of the local area. Their extensive bookstore covers permaculture, garden design, Indigenous knowledge, cooking and children's titles. The friendly staff are always on hand with expert, practical advice for gardeners of all levels. Set in the heart of CERES' vibrant park, farms and gardens, it's the perfect place to spend the day: enjoy lunch at the café, explore the grounds or let the kids play on the famous Terra Wonder adventure playground.

Brunswick East VIC

8.9 km away

Islamic Museum of Australia — Image credit: Islamic Museum of Australia

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Islamic Museum of Australia

The Islamic Museum of Australia highlights the arts, culture and contributions of Muslims in Australia and abroad through the display of art and historical objects. The Museum is located just 10 kilometres outside Melbourne's city centre in the inner northern suburb of Thornbury. This stunning contemporary building backs onto the leafy Merri Creek Trail. The onsite cafe serves delicious breakfasts and lunches. The Museum holds regular events, screenings, lectures, exhibition openings and workshops. Visit the website or join the mailing list for the latest museum news and events. The Museum features five permanent galleries and a visiting exhibition gallery. The Islamic Museum of Australia collects, preserves and showcases original art pieces which reflect the Museum's vision of sharing the Australian Muslim experience. These include unique objects, information and other crafts sourced from Australia and around the Muslim world, as well as an exciting collection of contemporary art by Australian Muslim artists.

Thornbury VIC

9.1 km away

Heritage trams at the Melbourne Tram Museum — Image credit: Melbourne Tram Museum

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Melbourne Tram Museum

Melbourne's trams are the iconic symbols of the city. Since the 1880s, the tramways have shaped how people have lived, worked and played. The Melbourne Tram Museum celebrates trams, their history and their influence on the development of Melbourne. Located within the heritage-listed Hawthorn Tram Depot, the Museum houses 20 fully-restored trams. The extensive collection includes Melbourne's oldest surviving electric tramcar, the Karachi W11 tram, decorated by Pakistani artisans for the 2006 Melbourne Commonwealth Games, as well as classic W-class trams. Visitors can explore the trams and exhibits at their own pace, or join guided tours, where volunteer guides provide additional insights on the Museum's exhibits and tramway history. The Museum's latest exhibition, Melbourne's Cable Tramways 1885-1940, celebrates the remarkable cable tram system that shaped the way early Melburnians travelled across the city Open on the second and fourth Saturday each month between 11:00am and 4:00pm, as well as selected Wednesdays, the Museum is easily accessible by tram and train. There is also ample parking nearby.

Hawthorn VIC

9.2 km away

Longdige Campground — Image credit: Parks Victoria

National Parks and Reserves

Longridge Campground

Longridge Park, in the middle of the conservation area of the Yarra Valley Parklands, offers a quiet space beside the Yarra River. The river flats are perfect for a weekend camping retreat with friends and family in a beautiful woodland setting. Enjoy a weekend camping with family or friends by the Yarra River, go canoeing or try your luck and throw a fishing line in the Yarra River. Longridge camp ground has a barbecue (wood provided), an information shelter, tables, toilets, hot showers and a canoe ramp into the river. Before you go Conditions can change in parks for many reasons. For the latest information on changes to local conditions, please visit the relevant park page on the Parks Victoria website. Be bushfire ready in the great outdoors. Refer to the Bushfire Safety section on the Parks Victoria website for tips on how to stay safe.

Warrandyte VIC

9.5 km away

Maniax Axe Throwing - Abbotsford

Entertainment Venues

Maniax Axe Throwing - Abbotsford

Ever wanted to throw an axe? Situated in the heart of edgy Abbotsford, Maniax offers an urban axe throwing experience like no other. Learn how to hurl hatchets with your trained Axe-pert coach before jumping into an epic competition to crown the axe throwing champion. With a selection of craft beers and stone-baked pizzas onsite, Maniax is the perfect place for birthday parties, bucks’ and hens nights, team building, date night - or if you would just really love to throw an axe.

Abbotsford VIC

9.6 km away

Sense Of Self (SOS) Bathhouse

Spas and Retreats

Sense Of Self (SOS) Bathhouse

Sense Of Self is a bathhouse and spa for the modern being, where ancient rituals meet contemporary techniques. Located in Collingwood, Melbourne, Sense Of Self is an oasis among the hustle of the everyday. Beloved in Melbourne since 2020, this is a must-visit for anyone looking for an exceptional bathing and spa experience. Facilities include magnesium-rich pools, steam, sauna, cold plunge, massage, gifts and treatment rituals for deep rest and relaxation with self and others. The bathhouse offers quiet mornings, accessible options for bathing and massage, as well as as holding a no-phones policy, allowing guests to fully switch off. Centrally located with train, bus, tram and parking nearby.

Collingwood VIC

9.6 km away

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