Local Attractions
For more information on Melbourne and Victoria please visit
www.thatsmelbourne.com.au and/or www.visitvictoria.com
Direct Factory Outlets - DFO
Only a few minutes drive to Direct Factory Outlets offers some 100 brands at up to 70% off.
Including stores with a range of ladies, men's and children's clothing. As well as Footwear, Lingerie, sleepwear, sporting goods, handbags and jewellery. Not to forget the Home wares, furniture, Manchester and the food courts to enjoy a meal or beverage, after all that shopping!
DFO is open 7 days from 10am to 6pm for your convenience and is definitely not to be missed! Stay an extra day at the Best Western Airport Motel & Convention Centre and enjoy the day shopping as only DFO can offer!
Sunbury Wine Region
Consider visiting the Sunbury Wine Region.Sunbury is Melbourne's rural village only a 15 minute drive from The Best Western Airport Motel & Convention Centre. It is a town rich in cultural history from the time of Australia's settlement. It's the birthplace of the cricket's "ashes", home of historic mansions, bluestone bridges, churches and famous wineries.
The region has been producing wines since the 1860's and is well regarded for its award-winning Shiraz. There are many wineries to be discovered in and around Sunbury and some still feature the original blue stone homesteads and wineries. There are many that have a cellar door open for tastings and sales and some have cafes & restaurants that open for lunch & dinner. Enjoy this unique place to visit while you stay with us at the Best Western Airport Motel.
Living Legends
Living Legends is the international home of rest for champion horses. Woodlands Historical Park is home to this establishment for retired champion horses. It is located a 10 minute drive from the Best Western Airport Motel & Convention Centre and is the ideal location for a day trip.
Living Legends is home to retired champion race hoses such as Fields of Omagh, Might and Power, Saintly, Sky Heights, Better Loosen Up, Rogan Josh, Doriemus, and Paris Lane. Woodlands Historic Park totals over 700 hectares, and gives visitors a glimpse of the landscape as it was in the 1840's. The historic Woodlands homestead is a rare example of an early prefabricated building and is surrounded by magnificent restored gardens, including the oldest magnolias in the state. The park also contains ruins of two other 19th century homesteads, Cumberland and Dundonald.
Melbourne's CBD
Only an easy drive from Melbourne's cosmopolitan Central Business District where there is always a myriad of events celebrating the best of Melbourne's arts, culture, food, wine, fashion and sports to be enjoyed by all.
Or simply spend time enjoying Melbourne's rich history... wander down the lanes of Melbourne, exploring new cafes or restaurants, and boutique jewelry, clothing and arts stores. Visit the many interesting galleries and new exhibits or enjoy one of the many Melbourne attractions.
Yarra Valley Ranges
Venture into this charming area less than an hour away from the Best Western Airport Motel & Convention Centre. From cool mountain ranges to fertile valleys- the local landscape is diverse and breathtaking. Explore the many national parks and gardens.
The Yarra Valley is also home to over 70 cellar doors including some of Australia's best, and best know wineries such as De Bortoli & Domaine Chandon. Many of these cellar doors are complemented by fabulous restaurant's showcasing the areas huge variety of seasonal produce.
Macedon Ranges
Offering the largest number of naturally occurring mineral springs in Australia, this area offers a variety of opportunities to unwind or recharge less than an hours drive from Best Western Airport Motel & Convention Centre.
Enjoy a delightful day trip exploring the work of talented artists in a range of splendid galleries, stroll through a majestic garden in the Macedon Ranges or try the delightful restaurant featuring superb local produce.
For more information on Melbourne and Victoria please visit:
www.thatsmelbourne.com.au
www.visitvictoria.com
