Things to do in Wilsons Promontory

No. 7 of Spring Outings in Victoria

Wilsons Promontory National Park

Wilsons Promontory National Parkwas established in 1898. Located in southern Victoria, it is the southernmost park in Australia and is 157 km from Melbourne. The park covers an area of approx. 50,500 hectares and is known for its beautiful rainforests, pristine beaches, and diverse wildlife.

Wilsons Promontory

Squeaky Beach

There are many large and small beaches in Melbourne, but there is only one that makes a strange sound. The secret lies in the squeaking sound of the round quartz sand colliding with each other.

Wilsons Promontory Cruises

Mount Oberon Summit

Big Drift

Prom Wildlife Walk

Tidal River Campground

Whisky Bay

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Melbourne Museum

Melbourne Museumis a large and highly innovative museum in the Southern Hemisphere, and withRoyal exhibition hallCo-locationKadun ParkMedium,Is a comprehensive museum covering natural history, indigenous culture, and urban transformation. The museum's collection and exhibitions are both stunning.Step into the lobby,A blue whale skeleton specimen approx. 18 m longSuspended in midair,It is one of the museum's iconic exhibits.Across more than 20 exhibition halls and independent pavilions, the museum offers all-encompassing content, with more than a dozen permanent exhibitions open. The indoor forest area introduces the ecological functions of forests from the perspective of forest hierarchy, water conservation, plant composition, seasonal differentiation of Australian forests, and forest fires that often occur in the Australian dry season, and houses some common Australian birds and ants. The "forest secret" inside the museum is located at the center of the building, creating an ecosystem identical to the natural environment and showcasing the trees, plants, wildlife, and insects of the Victorian Alps. Walking into the forest corridor, you will see approx. 8,000 Australian plants planted here. In addition, the insect exhibition area and evolution area showcase the mysteries of the biological world. The style museum has a highly modern design, and next to itRoyal exhibition hallThis forms a striking contrast with the classical style. In addition to creating a visual effect, the metal frames and glass curtain walls also draw more natural light into the museum's public spaces. You will see staff members wearing brightly colored uniforms that exude a rich indigenous cultural flair, creating an interesting contrast with the avant-garde architectural forms.