Rain on the forecast? Here are our top ten things to do in Werribee and Surrounds when it’s raining.
1. Take a Tour of Werribee Park Mansion
How many times have you picnicked in the grounds and wondered what’s inside that grand old building? Exploring the stunningly preserved interiors of Werribee Park Mansion makes for a perfect rainy-day adventure, especially when paired with lunch at Shadowfax Winery, The Refectory Parlour or Josephs Dining.
2. Discover a Hidden Wine Bar or Cellar Door
Find the right wine bottle, then push the door to uncover the secret, Corked Wine Bar. Or drop into the cellar door at Shadowfax Winery to sample top drops and find a new favourite to take home. If craft beer is more your thing, pull up a stool and try what’s new on tap at Hopheads Point Cook.
3. Indulge with High Tea
It’s hard to imagine a more fitting place for high tea than the stunning surrounds of Werribee Park Mansion. Enjoy a cosy afternoon with dainty cakes and delicate pastries at Joseph’s Dining or The Refectory Parlour (closed 13 April - September 2025).
4. Play Mini Golf or go Ten Pin Bowling
Holey Moley and Strike Bowling have joined forces with a huge indoor venue in Point Cook, featuring 24 lanes of bowling, laser tag, arcade with VR set up and 18-themed holes of mini golf fun.
5. Embrace the season with an all-weather adventure at Werribee Open Range Zoo
Come dressed for puddle jumping and take advantage of the cosy Meerkat Bistro (with views of the Meerkat mob) and indoor play space Ranger Kids. Check out the Werribee Open Range Zoo’s weather guide for further inspo.
6. Relax at the Day Spa
Spend the day indulging with treatments (and taking advantage of the indoor pool) at L.M. Day Spa at Lancemore Mansion Hotel Werribee Park, or try Saltair Day Spa Werribee or Seasons 5 Resort and Day Spa.
7. Explore the RAAF Museum
Explore one the best collections of historical aircraft in the world at the RAAF Museum in Point Cook! The Museum is open on Thursdays and Sundays from 10am – 3pm and online bookings (free) are essential.
8. Burn off some energy at AquaPulse
This indoor aquatic centre includes lap pools, shallow pools for the kids, a spa, sauna, an aquatic playground with slides, water cannons and tipping bucket and two large water slides – perfect for a family adventure.
9. Tuck into a Hearty Meal on Watton Street, Werribee
Sit down for a cosy brunch, grab handmade cannoli and coffee to go or settle in by the fireplace for a rib-sticking, pub meal or late-night cocktails in Werribee City Centre.
10. Go to the movies
Treat yourself to a classic rainy-day combination of shopping and the movies at Pacific Werribee, where you’ll find more than 300 stores including international brands H&M, TK Maxx, and Uniqlo.
