A popular mildura atraction - the paddle steamer

In & Around Mildura

Australia's Mildura region, with its many attractions, is a great place for a vacation. The area is rapidly growing and includes the city of Mildura as well as a number of other smaller communities such as Red Cliffs, Merbein, Irymple, Ouyen and Murrayville.

Mildura, Victoria has a multi-cultural society with a strong interest in the arts, making it uniquely cosmopolitan, whilst retaining that country regional feel.

The area has much to offer with Mildura weather mild and sunny all year. The mild weather means lots of choice for visitors in terms of activities. Water activities in Mildura can be enjoyed on the famous Murray River - providing hours of fun with fishing, swimming, skiing, boating and rowing, to name a few.

You could also enjoy a picnic in the gorgeous grounds of the Australian Inland Botanic Gardens - located around 15 minutes drive from Mildura. See a Mildura map for details.

Another option is to take some time out to pamper yourself at one of Mildura' Day Spas. Sunraysia Clinical Masseurs and Day Spa offer remedial and relaxation massage, beauty therapy, hydrotherapy and more for all your relaxation needs.

Another option is to take in a game of golf at one of Mildura's golf courses, or visit the Mildura Speedway. Around 70km south of Mildura is the Hattah/Kulkyne National Park where an old sheep station has regenerated to provide some of the best bird watching and wildflowers in the region. It's also a fabulous place to take children to see emus and kangaroos in the wild.

Mildura's weather also lends itself to growing grapes for wine and many of Australia's largest wineries are located in the region. Mildura wineries offer many well-known and affordable award-winners, with varieties including crisp whites, full bodied reds, methode champenoise, fortified wines, ports and muscats – something for all tastes!