Australia is a highly sought after vacation destination because of its climate and natural beauty. Melbourne is one of the most visited cities because of its size and activities it offers.
At Ballarat Wildlife Park, you can get close to animals who call Australia home. You can see koalas, wombats, crocodiles and more. Kangaroos run freely through some parts and you can feed them.
Have you ever dreamed of being part of the gold rush? At Sovereign Hill, you can pan for real gold. It comes equipped with old-fashioned stores and candy as well.
The Melbourne Aquarium offers an array of fish and sharks in its aquariums and oceanariums. This building is two stories tall, and some tanks stretch underground.
Peruse the history of surfing at Melbourne's Surf World Museum. You will not only see why the sport is so popular and how to surf, but you'll learn the hot spots in Australia to catch some waves.
Fun Factory is Melbourne's largest arcade with indoor games, paint ball, rollerblading rink, "dodge 'em" cars and more. It is the perfect activity for a rainy day or break from the heat.
Take a haunted tour of Melbourne to see where the past still lingers. These tours are given during the day or night, if you're brave.