Places worth discovering

Things to Do

Find attractions, experiences and places to visit. Events remain the best way to see what is happening on a particular date.

Looking for a dated event? Explore Events

654 places

Explore local places

Family Roller coaster

Amusement and Theme Parks

Gumbuya World Theme Park

Gumbuya World is the only theme park in Victoria boasting water slides, roller coasters, rides, live shows and wildlife all in one location. Feel the rush as you brave exhilarating thrill rides, or cool off in expansive water attractions. Then, immerse yourself in the wonders of nature as you encounter wildlife, from cuddly koalas to majestic kangaroos. One minute you'll be handfeeding penguins, then reach speeds of 70 kilometres per hour on a roller coaster, before rounding the day off with a plunge down one of the epic water slides. Gumbuya World is Victoria's Wildest Theme Park.

Tynong North VIC

2.2 km away

Mt Cannibal Flora and Fauna Reserve — Image credit: Penny Carney

Natural Attractions

Mt Cannibal Flora and Fauna Reserve Walk

Mt Cannibal Flora and Fauna Reserve is home to a vast array of native plants and animals including native orchids and tree goannas. If you are really lucky you may even see a dusky marsupial mouse (dusky antechinus) or Tasmanian marsupial mouse (swamp antechinus) The 2.3-kilometre loop walking track is moderately challenging with steep sections, steps and rocks, it may be difficult for some visitors. However, the walk is worth the effort with stunning northern views to the Great Dividing Range and southern views down to Western Port Bay. Mt Cannibal is very popular and if you crave peaceful walks in nature, try visiting on weekdays and out of the holiday season. No dogs allowed to help protect the unique environment. Mount Cannibal was badly burnt by bush fires in early 2019 but it has already recovered well. This is the perfect spot for a picnic lunch or to just sit and take in the sights and sounds. Mount Cannibal is situated in the Cardinia Shire in Tynong North just a short distance from Gumbuya Park , and the townships of Bunyip and Garfield. The reserve is managed by Cardinia Shire Council.

Garfield North VIC

4.6 km away

Garfield Picture Theatre

Entertainment Venues

Garfield Picture Theatre

The Garfield Picture Theatre is a beautifully renovated 1920s picture theatre located in the township of Garfield. Garfield Picture Theatre presents a variety of live performances each month and has cabin accommodation available. A wonderful venue to experience all your favourite nostalgic shows. The theatre is a grand gabled red brick building, with internal renovations creating a grander experience than the original. The front facade still has its original raised cement letters `Garfield Picture Theatre' and sits above a deep cantilever street verandah which extends the front of the building. Check out the upcoming shows and purchase your tickets online.

Garfield VIC

4.7 km away

Buttongrass Nature Trail

Natural Attractions

Buttongrass Nature Trail

The Buttongrass Nature trail in Bunyip Park is a self-guided trail that winds through woodland and a beautiful wet heathland. Along the way you will encounter a variety of flora including hakeas, wattles, tea-tree and button grass. The trail is 3.5km return and is an easy walk. Toilets and car park are nearby.

Gembrook VIC

9.5 km away

4 Brothers Rock Scenic Walk

Natural Attractions

4 Brothers Rock Scenic Walk

Starting from Mortimer Picnic Ground, the Four Brothers Rocks hike follows the old Hacket Track to the Four Brothers Rocks, a collection of large, granite rocks offering sweeping views across the park. Approach via Gembrook-Tonimbuk Road which is unsealed but suitable for 2WD vehicles. The walk is situated in Bunyip Park with easy access to a car park.

Gembrook VIC

10 km away

Mortimer Nature Walk

Natural Attractions

Mortimer Nature Walk

The Mortimer Nature Walk is a short (1.2km) mostly flat nature walk looping through the Bunyip State Forest. The walk is close to a picnic area by the creek and is suitable for all abilities. The terrain can be sandy/muddy at times. Toilets and a car park are nearby. Keep an ear out for the Southern Boobook or look up into the leaves of the Mountain Grey Gum.

Gembrook VIC

10 km away

Wings'n'Roses

Zoos, Sanctuaries, Aquariums and Wildlife Parks

Wings'n'Roses

Wings'n'Roses is a unique parrot-focused sanctuary, home to over 200 colorful parrots, with a special emphasis on hand-raised parrots that are friendly, interactive, and close to people. They also feature rare hand-raised owls for an unforgettable experience. During the Exotic Parrot Encounter, you'll get up close with some of the sweetest, hand-raised parrots as they perch on your arm for unforgettable photos, nibble treats from your hand, and fill the air with vibrant colour as they fly around you. It's an intimate, interactive experience designed to let you meet these beautiful birds the way we know them—curious, playful, and full of personality. Open throughout Christmas and New Year, Parrot Rose Garden is the perfect festive destination to enjoy the charm, intelligence, and beauty of parrots up close.

Pakenham VIC

15 km away

Cardinia Cultural Centre

Entertainment Venues

Cardinia Cultural Centre

Cardinia Cultural Centre is a vibrant and innovative arts and events centre located in Pakenham's Lakeside area in Melbourne's outer south-east. The centre includes a fully-equipped performing arts theatre, a stunning digital and visual arts gallery, functions rooms overlooking a picturesque lake, and a contemporary café open Tuesdays to Sundays as well as before shows. The centre caters for everything from casual lunches to business functions, to exhibitions and weddings. Cardinia Cultural Centre also hosts a diverse range of professional and community performances, including touring shows and exhibitions, as well as arts made right here. Opening this winter, Cardinia Cultural Centre (CCC) and Brewing Bliss are collaborating to bring you The Thursday Lounge. Offering seasonal nibbles, drinks and live atmospheric entertainment. It's the time and place to get together for something a little special, locally. Bar and Gallery open late, and live music 6-8pm. The centre provides professional services including technical assistance, ticketing and catering making it convenient and affordable for both business and entertainment. Situated on two hectares, it is ideally located to service not only regional businesses and community groups, but users through the south-eastern region of Melbourne.

Pakenham VIC

16 km away

Bunyip State Park

National Parks and Reserves

Bunyip State Park

See a green mosaic as you traverse the diverse ecosystems of Bunyip State Park; from heathland swamps to towering mountain ash forests. Explore on foot, horseback, trail bike or in the comfort of your four-wheel drive. Keep an eye out for the southern-emu wren and swamp bush-pea, both rare sights. Follow the Lawsons Falls Circuit Walk to the only waterfall within Bunyip State Park. The narrow trail meanders through dense bush and verdant fern gullies before emerging at a small clearing with views across to Lawson Falls. Bunyip State Park is part of an Aboriginal cultural is part of an Aboriginal cultural landscape that includes the traditional Country of the Bunurong People and the Wurundjeri People. 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

Gembrook VIC

18 km away

Archery at Gilwell Park

Amusement and Theme Parks

Gilwell Park Adventure Centre

Gilwell Park Adventure Centre sits within expansive bushland that makes every adventure feel authentic. Visitors move between open forest, sheltered water and natural clearings, enjoying outdoor activities that come alive in the landscape. The Vertical Adventure Day at Gilwell Park Adventure Centre invites general public groups to enjoy a mix of high ropes, flying fox, climbing and abseiling in a natural outdoor setting. The native tree canopy sets the scene, giving every activity an authentic sense of scale and adventure. Participants move between ground level and elevated elements, gliding, balancing, climbing and descending in an environment that feels both wild and welcoming. The Vertical Adventure Day suits families, friends and community groups looking for a fresh experience that blends adventure with the beauty of the bush. Moments of challenge, excitement and calm unfold against views of tall gums and native bush. The experience feels tailor made, shaped by the environment and the freedom to explore it. Gilwell Park Adventure Centre offers adventure that is grounded in nature and rich in atmosphere.

Gembrook VIC

18 km away

Kurth Kiln Regional Park

Parks and Gardens

Kurth Kiln Regional Park

Kurth Kiln Regional Park is located a 65 kilometres east of Melbourne, and is mostly known for its kiln, used during the Second World War to make charcoal for gas producer units fitted to motor cars. Today, the park is popular for picnicking, camping, nature walking and horse riding. Explore the park on foot or mountain bike ride discovering creeks, the historic huts and caretaker residence and Shiprock Falls. Rich in flora, the park is an oasis for rare plants including Long Pink-bells, Tall Astelia and Brickmakers Saw-sedge along with stunning Mountain Ash, stringybark and riparian forests. With such a diverse plant life there is the welcomed attraction of many animals. Keep your eyes peeled for the many small and very active birds, the elusive swamp wallabies, inquisitive lace monitors and prickly echidnas during the day. At night you might hear or see koalas, yellow-bellied gliders, sugar gliders, greater gliders and large forest owls. 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 the Vic Emergency website while in nature.

Gembrook VIC

20 km away

Atop Seven Acre Rock — Image credit: Visit Victoria

Natural Attractions

Seven Acre Rock

Seven Acre Rock, two hours drive east of Melbourne, is a large rocky outcrop that provides extensive picturesque views of the Yarra State Forest and Bunyip State Park. On clear days you can even see Western Port Bay and Port Phillip Bay. Enjoy a short walk through mountain ash forest to the outcrop to take in the views, and finish with a scenic lunch at the picnic area below. It's a 1.3 kilometre walk with occasional steps and short steep hills. Be sure to stay clear of the edge as this is a natural lookout with no barriers. It is close to Powelltown and easily accessible from Noojee or Gembrook. The area has a rich history, having been badly damaged in the 1926 Black Sunday and 1939 Black Friday bushfires. As the forest struggled to regenerate naturally, mountain ash was planted, creating the thick landscape seen today.

Gembrook VIC

21 km away

Bike Ride Gembrook Eastern Dandenongs Rail Trail

Natural Attractions

Eastern Dandenong Ranges Trail

The Eastern Dandenong Ranges Trail starts near the Emerald Puffing Billy Railway station and follows the train tracks so walkers get a sneak peek at the steam train. This is generally an easy to moderate walk with some minor climbs over bridges. The scenic 15.5 kilometre walk can also be cycled and takes you through Emerald Lake Precinct, Wright Forest and alongside the Puffing Billy train line. A shorter trail can be from Emerald to Cockatoo or take public transport to your destination and walk back. You'll find compacted forest track, some road crossings and bridges. The trail links the Hill's towns of Emerald, Cockatoo and Gembrook, and ultimately leads to Belgrave via other path networks.

Emerald VIC

22 km away

Puffing Billy Railway Lakeside Visitor Centre

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Puffing Billy Railway Lakeside Visitor Centre

Nestled amongst the towering rainforests, cool fern gullies and native flowers of the Emerald Lake Park precinct, the Lakeside Visitor Centre combines its natural surroundings with the authentic sights, smells and sounds of Puffing Billy Railway to offer guests a cultural hub with world-class facilities. Dine in at the modern café, hire a bike, explore the walking trails, or jump on a paddleboat in the cool waters of Lake Treganowan. Discover steam artefacts in the Lakeside Hall before jumping onboard your steam train, or host an event in a private function room. Whether you're after outdoor adventure or total relaxation, the Lakeside Visitor Centre is the perfect destination to meet, eat, drink, and spend your day whiling time away with family and friends. Open daily year-round (except Christmas Day). Entry is free. Located 40 kilometres east of Melbourne, Lakeside Visitor Centre is an easy one hour drive from the CBD and a picture perfect rest stop for walkers or cyclists on the Eastern Dandenong Ranges Rail Trail. The centre sits at the heart of Puffing Billy Railway, adjoining Lakeside Station in Emerald, the highest station on our mountain track. Travel by steam train from Belgrave for an idyllic lunch stop by Emerald Lake, or start your adventure at Lakeside and travel east towards Gembrook.

Emerald VIC

22 km away

Emerald Museum & Nobelius Heritage Park

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Emerald Museum & Nobelius Heritage Park

Emerald Museum situated in the beautiful leafy green Nobelius Heritage Park exhibits a collection of cultural material from the operations of the former Nobelius Nursery dating from the 1880s to the 1960s including horticultural and gardening implements, family belongings, photographs, ledgers, sales catalogues, stock records and wage books, as well as live horticultural stock, which continues to grow on the grounds of the surrounding Nobelius Heritage Park. Emerald Museum also displays a range of social and cultural history items from the residents of Emerald and it's surrounding districts limited to Menzies Creek and Avonsleigh, Gembrook, Macclesfield, Cockatoo and Clematis. This collection features a variety of visual art, literature and numerous ethnographic objects. Take a journey back in time to learn more about the regions vibrant community.

Emerald VIC

22 km away

Cardinia Reservoir Park

National Parks and Reserves

Cardinia Reservoir Park

Visitors who view the huge expanse of water that is Cardinia Reservoir by the morning light will understand why this is one of Melbourne's most popular outdoor destinations. The open parklands, picnic and barbecue areas, and native bush areas that are home to abundant wildlife and natural flora are a draw card to those seeking a day in a natural setting. All picnic areas have access and toilets for visitors with limited mobility. Most have barbecues and shelter. Popular spots include Crystal Brook, Duffy's and Kangaroo Flat. Dogs are allowed at Crystal Brook and Duffy's but must be kept on a leash at all times. Portable gas barbecues are allowed, but portable barbecues using heat beads or wood are not permitted in the park. 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.

Narre Warren East VIC

24 km away

Powelltown Tramway Trail

Landmarks and Buildings

Powelltown Tramway Trail

The Powelltown Tramway follows the routes of tramways built in the early 1900s to open up the area for logging. There are a variety of tramway walks from a few hours to a couple of days. Generally speaking, this is considered a challenging trek. Along the tracks, you'll find tree ferns and myrtle beech trees in moist gullies. Mountain ash forests, stringybark and mountain ash are at lower levels. The remains of the bridges along the Powelltown tramline are unsafe. Leave them alone and follow the tracks through the gullies. Be prepared for leeches and wear long trousers.

Powelltown VIC

25 km away

Pavilions at Lardner Park — Image credit: Lardner Park

Entertainment Venues

Lardner Park

When it comes to diversity, Lardner Park really does have it all. As one of the largest conference and event centres in Victoria and certainly within Gippsland, with stunning panoramic views, the property boasts in excess of 5,000 square metres of flexible undercover pavilions a 1,000 seat Event Centre and 300 acres of outdoor space to play with. From agricultural events to international music festivals, world jousting championships and a dedicated art gallery space to the home of the Victorian 4wd show, school functions covering debutante balls and valedictory dinners and sport and physical challenge events, craft and food markets, business conferences and so much more. This unique destination caters for it all. The facilities also accommodate overnight caravanning and camping and plenty of accommodation facilities in Warragul, Drouin and surrounds. The fully accessible, multifaceted 300-acre property is the epitome of event, conference and exhibition spaces. Situated just a few kilometres from Warragul and approximately one hour from Melbourne, Lardner Park is conveniently located and easily accessible for exhibitors, delegates and attendees, making it the preferred choice for events and functions within regional Victoria. Please contact CEO Craig Debnam or Events Manager Pam Ryan at the details provided - they would love to hear from you.

Lardner VIC

25 km away

Reids Tramline

Landmarks and Buildings

Reids Tramline

Reids Tramline follows a historic tramline where horses and steam locomotives once hauled logs out of the forest. Along the walk, you will come across parts of the old tramway and relics of an old timber mill before exiting the bush and walking west back into Powelltown. The 6.2 kilometre loop goes through Mountain Ash Forest to the former site of an old sawmill. Some parts of the walk are steep and experience with bushwalking is suggested. Dogs are allowed on lead only.

Powelltown VIC

26 km away

Yaringa Marine National Park — Image credit: Parks Victoria

National Parks and Reserves

Yaringa Marine National Park

Located between the mainland and Quail Island Nature Conservation Reserve in Western Port, this park is part of the Western Port RAMSAR wetlands and is an area of international significance due to its importance for wader birds. The area encompasses a variety of ecologically important habitats including saltmarsh, mangroves, sheltered intertidal mudflats, subtidal soft sediments and tidal channels. Many of the variety of habitats present in Yaringa are essential for the survival of a huge range of species. The mudflats are an important feeding ground for many wader and other water birds. Some of these birds, such as the Red-necked Stint, breed in the Northern Hemisphere and migrate to Yaringa Marine National Park in the warmer months. Over 295 bird species have been spotted in Western Port with 32 of these species known to be migratory birds. 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.

Tooradin VIC

27 km away

Gallery 4 ceramics

Galleries, Museums and Collections

WAS Gallery

Nestled on a large, leafy block between residential and light industry is a new gallery in Warragul. WAS Gallery, abbreviated from Warragul Art Studios, was set up by the Lorraine family and opened in 2020. Over the Covid years WAS endeavoured to put on exhibitions and welcome visitors whenever possible. Now it has a full program with shows changing regularly, most running for two months . A family of artists, the Lorraines took the solid, art deco homestead and turned it into a splendid space to showcase artwork. It also houses a ceramic and design studio for the resident artists who produce work available in the gallery. The established garden on a double block with fruit and mature trees makes for a very pleasant venue to visit and a wonderful backdrop for the gallery. WAS is also ideally situated opposite Linear Park with extensive walks and playground. The website has the full gallery story, artists' histories and examples of artwork. Entry is free. WAS is closed over January.

Warragul VIC

27 km away

Tarago Reservoir Park

National Parks and Reserves

Tarago Reservoir Park

Tarago Reservoir Park offers the perfect setting for a picnic or barbecue with family and friends. The picnic area has sloping lawns set amongst bush settings, with views of the reservoir and surrounding landscapes. 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.

Neerim South VIC

28 km away

West Gippsland Arts Centre

Entertainment Venues

West Gippsland Arts Centre

Your ticket to laughs, music, fun, drama, wonder and joy in Gippsland. Since its inception in July 1982, the West Gippsland Arts Centre has become Gippsland's premier destination for performing arts. Nestled in Warragul's scenic Civic Park, the West Gippsland Arts Centre proudly serves the community with a huge 750-auditorium, versatile meeting and function spaces, a vibrant community art gallery, welcoming pop-up council service desk, and a social enterprise café run operated by Knoxbrooke. West Gippsland Arts Centre is a short one-hour drive from Melbourne and a short 10 minute walk from Warragul Train Station.

Warragul VIC

28 km away

The Mad Magician — Image credit: Escape house

Amusement and Theme Parks

Escape House

Escape House is an escape room venue offering immersive adventures for two to six players. Immersive escape room adventures including Airline Hijack and The Haunted Motel. Solve clues, crack codes, and escape within 60 minutes Ideal for travelers, team building, birthdays, and group fun, with themed rooms featuring clever puzzles, story-driven challenges, and unforgettable moments.

Narre Warren VIC

29 km away

What is happening now?

Search dated events, markets, live music, sport and community activities.

Planning by place?

Use Things to Do for attractions and experiences that are not tied to one event date.