Crisp sunny days and cosy nights – get out of town and enjoy the best of Autumn with these top ten things to do in Werribee and Surrounds.
Come and see the Elephants at Werribee Open Range Zoo
Meet the herd and explore the new, 21-hectare Elephant Trail at Werribee Open Range Zoo! Allow time to head out on the African savannah on the Safari Bus tour (included in entry) spotting rhinos, zebra, giraffe and more. Kids under 16 are free during weekends, public holidays and the Victorian School Holidays. Book your zoo tickets.
Enjoy a luxe high tea in Werribee Park
Lancemore Mansion Hotel’s High Tea has become something of an institution, with high tea in Joseph's Dining overlooking the gardens every Saturday (12:30pm) and Sunday (12:30pm and 3pm). Bookings are essential.
Go to the footy!
Soak up the atmosphere of a VFL match and cheer on the local Werribee Tigers at their home ground – Avalon Airport Oval at Chirnside Park, with matches on 5 April, 25 April, 3 May and 10 May. Tickets are just $5 - $10 and you’re within walking distance of Watton’s Street excellent cafes, pubs and bars.
Enjoy a relaxed day of country racing
Enjoy a relaxed day out at Werribee Racecourse with their Autumn Racing meet on 11 April, Members Day on 24 April, Community Clubs Day and Autumn Race Day, with general admission just $10 and grandstand dining packages available.
Visit a new Cellar Door
Taste your way through the latest drops at Shadowfax Winery and settle in for a long lunch.
Journey through Werribee Park Mansion after dark
Werribee Park Mansion makes for a pretty incredible stage – especially after dark. This Autumn catch immersive theatre production, What Was That running on most Friday and Saturday nights in April and May. Bookings are essential.
Treat yourself to a little pampering with a spa weekend
Treat yourself or someone special (Mother’s Day is coming up!) to a weekend of pampering, with luxury accommodation at Lancemore Mansion Hotel Werribee Park combined with a massage or treatment at the hotel’s L.M. Spa.
Embrace the season with mini golf, bike rides and coastal walks
Enjoy coastal views, good coffee and wholesome mini golf fun at Mini Golf at Wyndham Harbour ($13 - $19), or head further along the coast to enjoy a family bike ride along the Wyndham Bay Trail, or an easy walk in Cheetham Wetlands.
