🇦🇺 Bendigo Travel Guide: A Hidden Gem in Regional Victoria 🌳

Nestled in the heart of Victoria, Bendigo is a charming blend of history, art, and nature—just waiting to be explored! 🏰✨ 🚗 Getting There By Car: 150km from Melbourne CBD (~2 hours) By Train: V/Line from Southern Cross Station (2 hours) By Plane: Direct flights from Sydney ✈️ 🌟 9 Must-Visit Spots 1️⃣ Central Deborah Gold Mine ⛏️ Above ground: $7.5 (adult) / $5 (concession) / Kids free! Underground tour: $39 (adult) – Wear warm clothes & waterproof shoes! 2️⃣ Bendigo Art Gallery 🎨 Open 10 AM–5 PM daily (closed Christmas Day). 3️⃣ Lake Weeroona 🏞️ Perfect for picnics by the water. Duck-feeding encouraged! 🦆 4️⃣ Bendigo Tramways 🚋 45-min historic tram ride ($15/adult) with commentary. Stops include gold mines & cafés! 5️⃣ Rosalind Park 🌷 FREE tulip festival (mid-Sept to mid-Oct). Insta-famous! 6️⃣ Sacred Heart Cathedral ⛪ Australia’s 3rd tallest church! Open Wed-Sun (check hours). 7️⃣ Alexandra Fountain ⛲ Iconic 19th-century fountain—magical at night! 8️⃣ Bendigo Easter Festival 🐰 (Apr 18–21, 2025) Egg hunts, dragon parades, and carnival fun! 🎪 9️⃣ Bendigo Wine Region 🍷 Sip local Shiraz at nearby vineyards. Cheers! 🗺️ Pro Tips Map it out! Attractions are walkable or a short tram/bus ride apart. Best seasons: Spring (flowers!) or autumn (wine harvest). #MelbourneDayTrips #BendigoGold #HiddenVictoria #TulipSeason #EasterAdventures #WineLovers