🇦🇺｜Bendigo Gold Rush Day Trip from Melbourne💗

🚆 Transport 1️⃣ Melbourne City → Bendigo Departed from Southern Cross Station at 11 AM via V/Line (2-hour ride, used myki card). 2️⃣ Getting Around Bendigo Buses (myki-compatible) cover most attractions. Pro tips: Ring the bell before your stop. Wave at the driver to ensure they stop! 🍽️ Food Stops 1️⃣ 8 Sister’s Cafe Plan B after the Greek place was full. Massive chicken parma (juicier than Melbourne’s Universal!). 🍗 2️⃣ Dessert Factory Mango shaved ice 🍧 = "Teleported back to China!" Friendly staff too. ⛏️ Must-Do Attractions 1️⃣ Deborah Gold Mine (Bus #5) Elevator descent into history! 🛗 Tips: Bring a camera (phones can’t capture the glittery details). Wear a jacket & waterproof shoes (cold + wet floors!). Safety demo + hard hat fitting included. "Pretend to be a miner—eat ‘underground lunch’ in the tunnels!" 2️⃣ Alexandra Fountain Quirky roundabout fountain with vintage trams passing by. � 3️⃣ Bendigo Art Gallery Open 10 AM–5 PM (closed weekends). Hidden gem: Climb the hill behind for sunset views over Bendigo! 🌅 4️⃣ Sacred Heart Cathedral Golden-hour glow = perfect for moody photos. ❤️ FYI: Bendigo feels colder than Melbourne! ✨ Why Bendigo? ✅ Easy train access from Melbourne ✅ Gold-rush thrills + Instagrammable art ✅ Cozy cafés with hearty portions #MelbourneDayTrips #BendigoGold #ExploreVictoria #HistoricAdventures #UniMelb