6 days in Greater Melbourne, Melbourne & Ballarat Itinerary

On the 23rd (Thu), take in nature's colorful creations at Rippon Lea Estate, see the interesting displays at Scienceworks, and then take in the spiritual surroundings of Christ Church St Kilda.

To see where to stay, traveler tips, more things to do, and tourist information, use the St Kilda trip itinerary maker site.

If you are flying in from Denmark, the closest major aiport is Melbourne International Airport. Expect a daytime high around 20°C in May, and nighttime lows around 10°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Thu) so you can go by car to Melbourne.

The state of Victoria crown jewel, Melbourne boasts shaded streets, leafy residential neighborhoods, vibrant street life, and a picturesque city center.

Start off your visit on the 24th (Fri): explore the world behind art at National Gallery of Victoria, appreciate the history behind Shrine of Remembrance, and then take in nature's colorful creations at Royal Botanic Gardens. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 25th (Sat): see the interesting displays at Melbourne Museum and then get to know the resident critters at Melbourne Zoo.

For more things to do, reviews, and tourist information, refer to the Melbourne route planner.

Melbourne is very close to St Kilda. In May, plan for daily highs up to 20°C, and evening lows to 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Sat) so you can drive to Ballarat.

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On the 26th (Sun), steep yourself in history at Sovereign Hill, explore the activities along Lake Wendouree, and then take in nature's colorful creations at Ballarat Botanical Gardens. On the 27th (Mon), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: get engrossed in the history at The Gold Museum, take in the exciting artwork at Art Gallery of Ballarat, explore the activities along St George's Lake, then stroll through Hepburn Lagoon - Trail Rides, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at St Augustine's Church.

To see reviews, maps, more things to do, and tourist information, refer to the Ballarat road trip app.

Getting from Melbourne to Ballarat by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: take a bus; or take a train. In May, daytime highs in Ballarat are 20°C, while nighttime lows are 8°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 28th (Tue) to allow time for the car ride back home.