The New Archaeological Museum of Patras presents the region's rich history from prehistory to the Roman era. Its innovative design allows you to approach exhibits directly, without barriers. The permanent collection is organised into three immersive themes: Private Life, featuring remarkable Roman mosaics and reconstructed villas; Public Life, detailing administration and commerce; and the Necropolis, showcasing burial customs with reconstructed tombs. This experiential approach makes the ancient past vividly accessible, establishing the museum as a significant cultural destination.

In the heart of Miraflores lie the remains of a pre-Inca pyramid, built around 500 AD and said to have served as a ceremonial and administrative centre for a coastal indigenous civilisation. Visits to the complex are also possible at night when the setting gets even more dramatic. Don't miss the Huaca Pucllana Restaurant, which offers you a front-row seat to the ruins (mentioned in the Dining section of this guide).

Watch some of the world’s biggest and most fascinating animals. Most trips depart from Hervey Bay and are best enjoyed from July to November, when the whales migrate further north.