Melbourne day trip planner

Melbourne's biggest surprise is its backyard — penguins, wineries, rainforest, a coastline of limestone stacks and a former gold-rush boomtown, all within a few hours' drive. Tell us how many day-trip days you have and your interests, and we'll suggest which excursions fit, with real drive times. Free, instant, no email required.

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Wildlife (penguins, koalas, wildlife sanctuaries) Wine and food (Yarra Valley) Coastal scenery and nature (Great Ocean Road, Grampians) Gold-rush history (Ballarat, Bendigo) Relaxation and beaches (Mornington Peninsula)