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Visit the Carlton Brewhouse, located at Australia’s largest brewery & home of some of Australia’s favorite beers including Carlton Draught & Victoria Bitter. Here you can go on a beer expedition, following the River of Beer through which 150,000 liters of fresh beer flows each day. You’ll be guided through 150 years of brewing history & knowledge as you experience the sheer scale of this iconic facility on the banks of the Yarra. Return to the Brewhouse to sample your favorite brewery fresh beers, savour some lunch, play in the Brewer’s Yard or enjoy some fun and games on our new touch screen display.

The BrewHouse Cafe is open 11.30am - 3.30pm, Monday to Saturday, and Wednesday evenings. Join us for a delicious meal before or after your tour that matches perfectly with one of our fresh, cold beers!

Standard group tours can be booked during Brewhouse regular opening times, Monday-Saturday daytime & Wednesday nights. ‘After Hours’ tours can also be offered Monday & Tuesday nights for groups looking for a more exclusive experience.

The Carlton & United Brewery, Abbotsford Plant, is a genuine working brewery and production numbers vary week to week, as such, we cannot guarantee that all areas of the plant will be fully operational on the day you visit. Please call for an up-to-date production schedule.

Known colloquially as the ‘G, Australia’s favourite stadium the mighty Melbourne Cricket Ground, is the birthplace of Test cricket and the home of Australian football, holding more than 80 events annually and attracting close to four million people. The MCG is located in the heart of Melbourne, just a short walk or tram ride away from the CBD providing visitors easy access.

The MCG has hosted more than 100 Test matches (including the first in 1877) and AFL Grand Finals. In 2015 the MCG will host the ICC Cricket World Cup final, among other major sporting events, attracting visitors from around the world.

In addition to events, visitors can experience the inner sanctum of the MCG on a tour and discover what makes Australia such a great sporting country).The MCG is also home to the National Sports Museum, Australia’s finest repository of sporting artefacts and history.

Experience all what this great stadium has to offer, then wind down over a tasty lunch and barista-style coffee in the Paddock Café, and complete your visit at the MCG Superstore where you can find the perfect gift for everyone.   

Montsalvat, founded by artist Justus Jörgensen, is Australia’s oldest artists’ colony and home to practising artists. Painters, sculptors, jewelers and luthiers create, teach and exhibit their art here. This working, not-for-profit arts centre is set on 12 acres of established gardens; the historic buildings include charming mud brick cottages and the impressive Great Hall.

Enjoy a meal or just a coffee at the licensed restaurant on site with indoor and courtyard seating available. Venue hire is available for weddings, corporate and private functions.

Come and visit any day of the week (tour groups welcome) or enjoy an upcoming concert or visiting exhibition in the stunning Barn Gallery or Long Gallery. Located just 26 kilometers from the CBD.

Dracula’s is Australia’s longest-running and most successful theatre restaurant, having entertained over 3 millions guests over 30 years.

From the moment you arrive the entertainment begins! Be greeted at the door by blood-stained Draculettes, who will guide you up the stairs to the Graveyard Cocktail Lounge for a tall drink. After taking in the sites and magnificent movie memorabilia, board the Ghost Train into the Theatre of the Vampyre, where you will dine in Gothic splendour on a delicious three-course dinner before sinking your teeth into the latest ‘must-see’ production.

Dracula’s unique combination of comedy skits, carnival style novelty acts; mind-blowing puppetry and Berlin Burlesque all set to slick live music will ensure you have an unforgettable evening. After the show, souvenir photographs, shopping at the Shop of Horrors and cocktails with the cast will complete your evening of ‘Thrillertainment’.

Dates: 5 nights per week from Tuesdays to Saturdays

Times: 7pm to Midnight

Prices

Bookings: Ph: 1800 DRACULAS or book online at www.draculas.com.au

Melbourne Zoo displays more than 320 species of animals and is situated only 4km from the city. You can journey through a world of wildlife and discover the wonders of nature as you explore the award-winning Melbourne Zoo.

There's always something new to enjoy! Stroll through the lush Asian and African rainforests, where tigers roam and monkeys swing from tree to tree. Then take the time to stop and see eye to eye with Orang-utans in their special elevated exhibit. Explore the trail of the elephants or the unique native wildlife in the Australian bush setting. Melbourne Zoo plays an important role in education, research and conservation.

Sea Kayak Australia (SKA) was established in 1994 and is based in Melbourne. SKA undertakes kayak tours and courses in Melbourne and Victoria.
Sea Kayaking is unique, adventurous, fun, wet, environmentally interactive (e.g. see dolphins, seals, eagles at close quarters) and tranquil. A great way to see the country side and experience something new!
Half day tours -St Kilda, Docklands and Williamstown
Full day tours - Phillip Island, Sorrento, Mornington
Courses - Introduction and Intermediate
Multi day tours - Wilsons Promontory and French Island
Hire - single and double sea kayaks

Global Ballooning offer Sunrise Balloon Flights over Melbourne and Sunrise Balloon Flights over Yarra Valley, read more on what our biggest ambassadors have to say...our passengers!

Being Australia\'s most professional ballooning company Global Ballooning provide passengers with a sustainable adventure experience. All our passengers are VIP and our focus is on our passengers comfort, safety and enjoyment. For more information on why you should look no further read more on Why Global Ballooning? and the Facts about our leading ballooning organisation.

Professional Yarra Valley Wine and Beer Tour Operators servicing this area with expertise. Accredited with Tourism Australia and 15 years in operation.

The cars are Red 1965 and White 1968 Chevrolet Impala Factory Convertibles - Luxury Classic Cars.

Our Vehicles are in pristine condition very comfortable and spacious.

Each car seats four passengers.

Our Service is Personalized and Specialized to suit individual needs. We offer an experience you will enjoy with Quality an Adventure to remember and talk about. We feel we have something Unique and something Different to offer.

Our Drivers are Friendly Experienced and Knowledgeable of all Tours available and very approachable.

When you Tour with us we not only give you a tour but an Adventure that will Indulge your Senses.

We are The Specialists in Fun Excitement and Adventure - The Sky's The Limit -

TOURS:

• Yarra Valley - Winery and Brewery Tours
• Melbourne - City Bay and Surrounds Sighteeeing Tour
• Dandenong Ranges - Sightseeing and Winery Tour

The National Trust offers groups heritage walking tours of Melbourne's city sites. The walks take you down the hidden laneways and tells the stories of the influential people who shaped the city. There is 4 walks to choose from including Marvellous, Mercantile, Traditional and Commercial Melbourne. The walks run for 2 hours with a morning or afternoon tea to follow

The Melbourne Style Tour: four hours duration (flexible)
For shoppers, lover’s of art and cuisine. This tour visits stylish stores, boutiques and venues avant garde. Fashion, accessories, homewares, unique ingredients, art and object d’Art.
Visit the 'hot spots' for casual and formal, affordable items. A great timesaver. No more maps, wrong turns or trams - your driver escort takes care of everything. This tour gets you close to the action. Avail yourself of the personalised service and insider knowledge.

Emerge brighter. Welcome to eforea, Hilton's transformational spa concept designed to address the evolving wellness and beauty needs of today's spa guest. You will be greeted with the warm hospitality for which Hilton is known, and a selection of signature best-in-class therapies delivered in a nurturing, soothing environment.

At eforea, guests emerge with their bodies renewed, their spirits lifted, and their outlook brighter.

There’s a good reason why Go West is a multi-award winning provider of days tours across Melbourne. Our team is dedicated to delivering you with an interactive and informative day trip experience that is bucket loads of fun, rather than just dragging you around Victoria.

An enthusiastic and trusted Melbourne tour operator, we’ll show you a collection of the most well-loved and breathtaking destinations that Australia has on offer. Perfect for all ages and group sizes, you’ll be left wanting more. From exploring hidden treasures to luxurious wine tasting, you’re bound to find something that piques your fancy including:

• Great Ocean Road Day Trips
• Melbourne sightseeing tours
• Phillip Island & Penguin Parade Tours
• Yarra Valley Wine Tours
• Private Guided Tours
• And much, much more!

What are you waiting for? Call Go West for the best in day tours from Melbourne on (03) 9485 5290 or contact us online to book a fantastic day trip experience.

Enjoy the thrill of hot air ballooning over Melbourne at sunrise with Melbourne’s most experienced hot air balloon ride team. Melbourne by hot air balloon provides the ultimate in urban adventure leaving you with a lifetime of memories to share with family and friends.

As one of Melbourne’s premier tour operators, Balloon Flights Over Melbourne would love to share with you the stunning panoramic views that our beautiful city has to offer from the air. Take pleasure from the serene spectacle of Melbourne waking gently at sunrise, then quickly transforming into a bustling metropolis of over three million people. At the conclusion of each flight we return our passengers to the renowned Observatory Café in the Royal Botanic Gardens for a delicious fully cooked breakfast including champagne.

Picture This Ballooning - Your Hot Air Ballooning Company

Our company has flown hot air balloons all over Australia, and flies both passenger balloons and Special Shape balloons.

Over the past decade, we have developed a successful and professional organisation dedicated to the enjoyment and safety of our passengers, as well as the operational and marketing successes of the clients for whom we fly.

Stroll down to the departure pontoon for your scheduled cruise and one of our experienced gondoliers will be there to greet and help you into the boat. Based on Venetian boat plans and built in Melbourne, our gondolas are a luxurious way to cruise the river. Each Gondola takes up to four passengers and is opulently appointed with upholstered velvet seats, plush cushions, warm rugs and a fold over canopy to keep customers warm and dry if the weather is cool. A cosy romantic ambience is created with soft music and gentle lighting.

When you step into the boat a bottle of quality champagne will be ready on ice. You can now just relax back with a glass of champagne and take in the sights and sounds of Melbourne's Yarra river.

Your gondolier will row the boat for you from a separate section at the rear of the boat. Moving at about 2 knots your cruise will travel through the city section of Melbourne's Yarra river. You'll glide past all the main attractions - the Exhibition Centre, Aquarium, Southbank and Crown Casino, Flinders Street Station, Federation Square and the tranquil Alexandra Gardens.

The Collingwood Children's Farm is a magical place for children and adults alike. We are open every day of the year — 9am to 5pm — with daily activities and lots of animals. We hope to see you here soon.

The Farm is a non-profit organisation which relies on support from the community, as well as significant support from the City of Yarra and the State Government. A volunteer Committee of Management oversees the Farm, Committe members are elected each year at the Annual General Meeting.
 

Nothing works up a thirst quite like an Antarctic winter deep in the heart of Melbourne. Enjoy a drink surrounded by more than 30 tonnes of carved ice.

Everything within the Ice Lounge is made of ice – from the bar to lean against to the couch to lounge on. State-of-the-art lighting sets the tone, a fan-forced blizzard quickly gets you in the mood, and exquisitely carved ice sculptures provide the cool decor. All the while you are wrapped snug as a bug in a rug in ski jackets, gloves and woolen boots we provide. The Ice Lounge is a stunning experience that truly turns a function from memorable into unforgettable.

Guests are provided with ski jackets, gloves and woolen boots so they are kept warm and comfortable within Melbourne’s coolest space. Stunning Arctic-themed cocktails and fruity drinks are served in glasses made entirely from ice, while you enjoy cool music and warm service in an environment that is truly unique.
 

Heide Museum of Modern Art began life in 1935 as the home of John and Sunday Reed and has since evolved into one of Australia’s most important cultural institutions.

Heide, as it is affectionately known, has built a national reputation based on the compelling lives of the Reeds and their central role in the development of modern Art in Australia. Inspired by the nurturing of the young artists of their generation – including Sidney Nolan, Albert Tucker, Joy Hester, John Perceval and Charles Blackman - Heide continues to support and promote the contemporary art of today through its exhibition and collection program.

Comprising 15 acres of gardens and parkland, the Heide site includes three separate gallery spaces, two heritage-listed kitchen gardens, a sculpture park and café.

The Astor Theatre is a Mount Lawley institution. This iconic art deco building on Beaufort Street has been reinvented once again and this time it's about more than just movies.

The Astor Theatre is a live music venue, a performance space and a movie theatre all contained within unique, heritage listed walls. Take in new and classic films on the real deal, 35mm film, live music from local, national and international artists or maybe experience theatre, dance or spoken word just minutes from the city on the Mount Lawley strip.

Prepare to be pampered at 'Lygon Dermedical Skins & Body Clinic.' Combining the latest technology in aesthetic medicine and beauty therapy, Lygon Dermedical Specialises in revising aged skin, acne, scarring, cellulite, rosacea and pigmentation. There is a huge list of treatments for women and men for both the face or body. The clinic boasts two treatment rooms for progressive beauty facials and treatments and a day spa which includes an infrared steam sauna and hydrotherapy tub with chroma colour, for your spa treatment of choice, whether it be body wraps, deep tissue or stone therapy massage, or relaxing in a oceana spa immersion bath.

There really is a treatment for everyone including IPL rejuvenation and hair removal, but if our extensive menu of treatments isn't enough, our qualified technician will design and deliver a treatment especially designed to meet your individual skin needs.

'Danne Montague King' and 'Sothys' are the skincare brands used at Lygon Dermedical skins & body clinic - Day Spa.

Our Wellness Centre is based on the belief that our clients' needs are of the utmost importance. We are committed to meeting those needs. As a result, a high percentage of our business is from repeat clients and referrals.

We would welcome the opportunity to earn your trust and deliver you the best service in the industry.

At Skintrition, we believe no two skins are alike and we thrive on customising our treatments to suit each individual client and deliver exceptional results.

Our salons have a beautiful environment that we enjoy working in and that you will enjoy relaxing in too.

Skintrition is more than just a salon...
Experience for yourself the Beauty Spa difference... beauty treatments in lush Spa ambience.

We understand your desire to look great, feel glamorous and be admired. That's why we've gathered Australia's leading team of expert beauty therapists who will quickly have you looking and feeling fabulous…guaranteed.

The Skintrition Difference...
We hold a strong belief that no two skins are alike, that's why our Treatments are customised to offer you exceptional skin solutions.

Our Services...
An extensive variety of beauty essentials for that touch of glamour. Spa Indulgence packages to delight all senses from 30 minutes to a total day of pure bliss.

Here at Rejuvinate body and face we aim to deliver the highest standard of professional services and treatments to all of our clients. Our team of extensively qualified and experienced therapists strive to providing the most advanced and effective treatments available.

Utilising the Dr. Spiller range of BioComestics for rejuvenation of the skin we are able to offer an extensive range of high performance facials and treatments with optimal results

Along with a wide range of facial and body services, Rejuvinate are also excited to offer additional Medispa services from our registered nurse which includes Botox, Fillers and Cosmetic Tattooing..

Please visit our services page to discover more about our treatments, and we look forward to welcoming you to Rejuvinate body & face.

Our salon is one of the most luxurious location on the city side of Eltham - Melbourne's award-winning destination for lifestyle and wellbeing experiences.

We have carefully selected Make up Artists, Beauty and Massage Therapists to offer you the best in spa and pamper packages, specialised facials and the latest beauty treatments.

Browse through our extensive beauty menu, decide on your preferred package or treatment and allow us to transform you.

ARCHITECT DESIGNED First established in 2005 Kiora is a world class Melbourne Day Spa, purpose built by RL Designs to seamlessly integrate total luxury with advanced medical and cosmetic technologies. Kiora features a leading edge interior; custom built to take full advantage of modern materials, natural light and the unique needs of a modern Medical Spa. With nine state-of-the-art treatment rooms, three spacious couples' rooms, a Japanese inspired bathing hut and all the modern conveniences that come with an innovative, clean sheet Spa design - Kiora is one of Melbourne's finest Day Spas.

Our Centre offers a large range of natural healing modalities, remedies and beautiful facilities with the consultancy services of the highest standards ensuring the best natural care for our clients.

As one of our valued clients you may choose from various healings and therapies that would be most suited and comforting to you, addressing any of your spiritual, emotional, psychological or physical needs.

We have various practitioners working together as consultants, on either a full-time or part-time basis, offering a very wide range of services so almost any health problem can be significantly improved naturally and efficiently without the use of prescription drugs.

Celine, Lucy, Sandra, Sue, Sally & Glenn welcome you to Complete Mind & Body - a total health concept studio.

Complete Mind & Body incorporates:
- a fitness studio,
- fully equipped health studio,
- beauty & anti-ageing therapies,
- Remedial Massage,
- as well as a range of health and low toxin products.

You can relax in our spacious lounge area, utilise the male & female change rooms and showers are available. You will enjoy the variety of Yoga clothing, health & nutrition products displayed in our shop.

PhonKlai is where ancient eastern treatments combine with western lifestyles.

Let us pamper you and relieve the stress of your busy lifestyle.

Asian cultures have known about the therapeutic benefits of massage for hundreds of years and the important part it plays in a holistic healthy lifestyle. Good health is all about balance and the hectic lives we lead in today’s western society leave us tired and stressed at the end of the day. Our treatments are aimed at alleviating stress using ancient Thai massage and relaxation techniques to leave you feeling refreshed and re-energized

Masci believe we all have the right to stop from our hectic lives to rest, relax and rejuvenate.

Treat yourself kindly and practice "self nourishment".

We declare Masci a place to "paint your soul" and "smile"

The Masci Culture values our people and our clients.
We encourage "self acceptance", "indulgent pampering" and allow you to be "inwardly outrageous".

This is what makes Masci Hair & Spa a unique experience.

Come in and escape from the world. Breathe easy and allow your mind to be at peace with your body. Allow us to energise your soul. Our undivided attention is all yours. We will help you to relax and clear your mind. Sanctuary & paradise is where you deserve to be.

Here at Day Spa at the Lakes we have an extensive range of facials. Before selecting your facial we complete a full skin analysis and consultation to enable the best possible results by selecting the appropriate products and techniques.

Various forms of stress - both physical and mental - are a feature of our modern society, which affect us often subconsciously. Many illnesses are triggered by stress, and coping with stress is essential for a healthy lifestyle. The best way of controlling stress levels is to relax and rejuvinate our body and mind. There is no question that getting a massage is an effective way to relax. Miyabi is a Japanese Relaxation Massage Salon that focuses on comfort and relaxation in our treatments. At Miyabi, everyone is made to feel welcome and at ease. Miyabi is staffed by Japanese massage therapists in their late-twenties and thirties. Most have had practical experience in Japan, and many have also studied massage techniques in other countries including Australia, Britain, Thailand, and the US. Our therapists have strong abilities not only in dry massage techniques such as Japanese shiatsu

Acupuncture, Laser Therapy, Electro-therapy, Biomesotherapy (Homotoxicology), Remedial Massage-(Muscle Energy Technique - MET; Positional Release; Trigger Point Therapy; Myofascial Release Therapy), Chinese Massage, Acupressure, Sports Injury Therapy, Sports Massage, Cupping & Moxibustion. Pregnancy & Fertlity Issues. Gynaecological, Respiratory, Digestive, Cardiovascular, Lymphatic & Immune system conditions. Emotional, Stress & Anxiety conditions. Musculoskeletal & Postural dysfunction.
 

Thai massage is a type of massage in Thai style that involves stretching and deep massage. It is known inThailand as "nuat phaen boran" (Thai: นวดแผนโบราณ, literally, the ancien
t-mannermassage; or just "nuat phaen thai" (นวดแผนไทย). Thai massage originated inIndia and is based on Ayurveda and Yoga. It was believed that the massage art was brought over to Thailand by Shivago Komarpaj over 2500 years ago

Conical is an independent contemporary art space that supports the production and presentation of new work by local and international artists.

With an interest in spatial, temporal and conceptual movements in visual art, Conical’s focus is on site-related activities, particularly those that embrace transient and fragmented responses to place.

Emphasising a reciprocal exchange between artist and organization, Conical acts as an integral agent in the process of realizing exhibitions and projects.

An opportunity is provided for both independent and represented artists to test or consolidate their practice. The provision of time, space and dialogue encourages risk and criticality.

Over the past decade Conical has continued to evolve its operational model in response to the currencies of contemporary discourse. Director, Adrien Allen, shapes a flexible program of exhibitions and projects – both internally curated and application based.
 

WE DO NOT OPEN TO THE PUBLIC UNTIL 1 FEB 2012,

'The Dax Centre promotes mental health and wellbeing by fostering a greater understanding of the mind, mental illness and trauma through art and creativity.'

We are a multifaceted organisation expanding our work from being a gallery with an extensive education program, to also being a central hub for all those interested in the relationship between the mind, mental illness, trauma, art and creativity.

After working together for many years, Dianne Tanzer and Ewina Bolger are pleased to announce their co-directorship of dianne tanzer gallery + projects. Edwina comes with a wealth of experience having worked in various galleries and arts institutions over the past twenty years.

The partnership will open up a new direction for the gallery with increased participation in international art fairs, curatorial and artist residency programs in Australia and overseas. The gallery will also be developing a number of its own initiatives open to artists Australia-wide.

We are extending our vision beyond the conventional exhibition space.

Everything about art has changed – so have we!

DEATH BE KIND is a eighteen month project by artists Claire Lambe and Elvis Richardson. Along with interns Dani Hakim, Jade Bitar, Jess Kelly, Ellie Robinson and videoographer Paul Rodgers.

DEATH BE KIND is a project designed to research and exhibit contemporary art and collections that engage with the subject of death. Exhibitions so far in our program have explored the aesthetics of horror, the afterlife, the memorial and the museum display of collections.

Death is a certainty in all our lives; as soon as we are born we are capable of dying. DEATH BE KIND collects together ideas about memories and fears, acceptance and hope to explore the relationships between art and death.

Fehily Contemporary has been established by passionate, dynamic collectors whose personal journey of collecting and supporting artists’ careers and the Australian contemporary art industry created a need to enrich the experience for collectors and artists alike.

Fehily Contemporary is privileged to represent innovative and challenging contemporary artists, whose artwork contributes in a significant and meaningful way to the interpretation of today’s world.

Together with their artists, Fehily Contemporary is committed to providing a relaxed, refreshing and exciting experience, where visitors will enjoy gaining an understanding of the art beyond the gallery walls. We are excited to connect artists with curators, curators with collectors and collectors with artists, in a friendly and welcoming environment. Whilst enjoying a cup of tea, listening to an artists talk or being introduced to the world of contemporary art, there is a comfortable place at Fehily Contemporary.

Specialist in Asian Fine Arts and Antiques

East and West Art Gallery was established in 1973 at High Street, Armadale before moving to High Street, East Kew in 1989. The primary focus has been a commitment to exhibit the best in Asian Art to complement its Asian antiques from 3000 BCE to 19th Century. The gallery has developed into one of the major representatives of prominent Asian artists worldwide.

Director and founder Marjorie Ho is a certified valuer to all the State and regional Galleries of Australia. She has discovered and broken grounds in Australia with South-East Asian ceramics and textiles, as well as many famous Asian Artists for the public tio view and collect.

The range of work is astounding: Contemporary and Antique Paintings, Woodblock Prints,
Sculptures, Weavings and Ceramics. Each year five solo or mixed exhibitions are held. Between these, collections of representative artist’s works are available.

The gallery also exhibits antiques from all over East Asia and China. Discovering antique ceramics in small countries previously seldom shown in Australia and subsequently collected by many of the major State and Regional Galleries for their collections. These pieces are on permanent display downstairs.

Gallery Gabrielle Pizzi has been exhibiting contemporary Australian Aboriginal art since 1983. The Gallery represents the work of artists from communities including Balgo Hills, Amata, Papunya Tula, Maningrida and Turkey Creek, as well as work by the most innovative city-based painters, photographers, video artists and installation artists such as Julie Gough, Leah King-Smith and Christian Thompson. The Gallery is also renowned for promoting the careers of lesser-known artists.

Samantha Pizzi assumed the reins at Gallery Gabrielle Pizzi following her mother Gabrielle's death in 2004. Gabrielle Pizzi had represented indigenous artists both nationally and internationally since the early 1980s. Her daughter has maintained the gallery's respected standing in the indigenous and visual art communities.

The original gallery space had become something of an institution. It was at that space that Gabrielle Pizzi had brought the work of such artists as Ronnie Tjampitjinpa, Mick Namarari Tjapaltjarri and Emily Kam Kngwarraye to the notice of the world. And in an industry renowned for exploitation, it was a space renowned for its integrity.