Date Night in Melbourne

The Big Pineapple

This huge pineapple is a popular landmark with steps to an observation deck, plus an on-site cafe.

Woombye, QLD|4

Museum

Sovereign Hill

Replica of a gold mining town with costumed actors, a mine tour, coach rides & other attractions.

Golden Point, VIC|5

Garden

Alfred Nicholas Memorial Garden

Walking trails wind through this scenic, wooded garden park with a boathouse, waterfalls & islands.

Sherbrooke, VIC|5

Arthurs Seat Lookout

This summit offers panoramic views across Port Phillip Bay & Mornington Peninsula.

Arthurs Seat, VIC|5

Botanical Garden

Dandenong Ranges Botanic Garden

36-hectare garden with extensive paths past diverse plants, trees & water features, plus a cafe.

Olinda, VIC|5

Kokoda Track Memorial Walk

Scenic walking track in lush forest surrounds lined with plaques devoted to Australian soldiers.

Tremont, VIC|5

Park

Lysterfield Park

Scenic waterfront park featuring trails for hiking & cycling, plus lake sports & kangaroo sightings.

Lysterfield, VIC|5

Garden

Victoria State Rose Garden

Tranquil gardens featuring 5,000+ roses with walking paths, benches & areas for picnics.

Werribee South, VIC|5

Pig & Whistle Tavern

Rustic space with outdoor tables and garden views, serving gastropub food and boutique beers.

Olinda, VIC|5

Plaza Tavern

Hoppers Crossing, VIC|5

Movie Theater

Village Cinemas

Hollywood blockbusters and foreign films in a modern chain. Some venues have supersized screens.

Hoppers Crossing, VIC|4

Restaurant

SkyHigh Mount Dandenong

Panoramic city views & a seasonal terrace in a casual eatery serving lunch & dinner.

Mount Dandenong, VIC|4

Puffing Billy Railway

Historic 1900 steam train with open-air carriages & routes within the scenic Dandenong Ranges.

Belgrave, VIC|5

Micawber Tavern

Pub grub & live music in a charming venue with a wooden interior, plus a tree-filled beer garden.

Belgrave, VIC|4

Penguin Parade

Attraction where visitors can watch a penguin colony's sunset waddle from the sea to their burrows.

Summerlands, VIC|4

Botanical Garden

Royal Botanic Gardens Cranbourne

Horticultural attraction & plant conservation center with elaborately landscaped beds & trees.

Cranbourne, VIC|5

Park

Werribee Park

Landscaped estate of a stately, historic landmark including a rose garden, a zoo & a scenic lake.

Werribee South, VIC|5

Mitcham Hotel

Relaxed, multiroom venue offering classic bistro food and big-screen TVs, plus an indoor play area.

Mitcham, VIC|4

Art Gallery