Our Region

Visitors to Melbourne’s West are in for an extraordinary treat, as this region offers a harmonious blend of old and new, urban and rural, ensuring an unforgettable visitor experience.

Visiting our region

Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure through the diverse flavors of the West, indulging in exquisite fine dining, tantalising multicultural cuisine, and savouring the craftsmanship of local breweries. Immerse yourself in the thriving arts scene and vibrant street art that stretches from Moonee Valley to Maribyrnong to Brimbank. Take in the breathtaking views along scenic drives along the western waterfront, from the charming allure of Williamstown to the modern marvel of Wyndham Harbour. Discover the enchanting wineries in Melton and Wyndham, where local vintages are perfectly paired with delectable produce. Nature enthusiasts will find solace in the serene beauty of the Werribee River, Brimbank Park, Point Cook Coastal Park, Maribyrnong River and Williamstown Beach. Get ready to immerse yourself in a variety of experiences that are unique to Melbourne’s west!

Map showing West Melbourne regions

Maribrynong

Footscray / West Footscray / Yarraville / Seddon / Maribyrnong / Braybrook

  • Footscray CBD
  • Footscray Community Arts
  • Footscray Wharf
  • Footscray Market
  • Footscray Park, including Footscray Memorial Garden
  • Heavenly Queen Temple
  • Highpoint Shopping Centre
  • Jack’s Magazine
  • Kindred Studios
  • Little Saigon Welcome Arch
  • Maribyrnong River Trail (from Docklands to Brimbank Park)
  • Newells Paddock
  • Pipe Makers Park/ Living Museum of the West
  • Quang Minh Temple
  • River Cruise Departure Point (Maribyrnong River)
  • Shopping villages in Yarraville, Seddon and West Footscray
  • The Sun Theatre
  • Victoria University
  • Whitten Oval (Western Bulldogs Headquarters)
  • Yarraville Gardens

Wyndham

Werribee / Point Cook / Hoppers Crossing / Tarneit / Truganina

  • Werribee Park & Mansion
  • Werribee Open Range Zoo
  • B-24 Liberator Memorial Australia
  • Victoria State Rose Garden
  • Werribee Park National Equestrian Centre
  • Shadowfax Winery
  • K Road Cliffs and Werribee River
  • Point Cook Coastal Park
  • Cheetham Wetlands
  • Werribee Racecourse
  • Werribee South Beach
  • Werribee Park Golf Club
  • Birdwatching at Western Treatment Plant
  • Wyndham Harbour and The Elements Coastal Activity Park
  • RAAF Museum
  • Point Cooke Marine Sanctuary
  • Wyndham Bay Trail
  • Werribee City Centre
  • Wyndham Park
  • Bay West Driving Trail

Melton

Melton / Eynesbury / Caroline Springs / Bonnie Brook

  • Melton Town Centre
  • Caroline Springs Town Centre near Lake Caroline
  • Eynesbury Golf / Eynesbury Homestead / Eynesbury monthly market
  • Dingo Discovery Centre at Toolern Vale
  • Melton Botanic Garden
  • Witchmount Estate Winery
  • Russo Estate Winery
  • WestWaters Hotel & Entertainment Complex
  • Tabcorp Park: Harness Racing, Mantra Hotel & Entertainment Complex
  • CS Gallery and Melton Library
  • Melton Waves
  • Willows Historical Park
  • Woodgrove Shopping Centre
  • Xtreme Paintball
  • Melton Valley Golf Course
  • Melton Reservoir
  • Melton Air Services Joy flights
  • rearaeVintay vintage store

Hobsons Bay

Williamstown / Newport / Spotswood / Altona

  • Williamstown Visitor Information Centre
  • Hobsons Bay Coastal Trail (20kms)
  • Williamstown foreshore/yacht clubs
  • Gem pier
  • Maritime heritage – Seaworks museum
  • HMAS Castlemaine
  • Seaplane flights
  • Williamstown Football Ground
  • Williamstown Botanic Gardens and beach
  • Jawbone Flora & Fauna Reserve
  • Heritage sites – Timeball Tower
  • Newport village
  • Newport rail yards
  • Newport Lakes
  • The Substation, Newport
  • Spotswood village/ Hudsons road
  • Scienceworks at Spotswood
  • Grazeland
  • The Punt Bike Ferry at Spotswood
  • Altona village
  • Cherry Lake
  • Altona beach
  • Truganina Coastal Parklands

Brimbank

Sunshine / St Albans / Keilor

  • Sunshine Town Centre
  • St Albans Town Centre
  • Keilor Village
  • Organ Pipes National Park
  • Brimbank Park
  • Overnewton Castle
  • Black Powder Mill in Cairnlea
  • Fury & Son Brewery, Keilor Park
  • Bowery Theatre
  • St Albans Community Centre

Moonee Valley

Essendon / Moonee Ponds / Ascot Vale/ Niddrie/ Flemington

  • Puckle Street & Hall Street, Moonee Ponds
  • Union Road precincts
  • Essendon
  • The Clocktower Centre
  • Moonee Valley Race Course
  • The Maribynong River Precinct
  • The Incinerator Gallery
  • Windy Hill – Essendon FC
  • Essendon Fields
  • Melbourne Showgrounds
  • Keilor Road Niddrie
  • Racecourse Road & Pin Oak Crescent, Flemington
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