Show your mum some love this Mother's Day with our guide to presents, pampering and fun things to do together
Mother's Day is just around the corner, and while we should be celebrating our mums every day of the year, it's a great opportunity to shower them with a bit of extra love. Whether you want to take your mum out for a cheeky tipple, a lovely meal, relax at one of Melbourne's finest spas or send her a stunning bunch of flowers... we've got your back. Scroll down to find our round-up of ideas for events and gifts that will ensure she feels spoiled and appreciated.
If there’s anything the last few years have taught us, it’s not to take the chance to hug our mums for granted. Now Mother’s Day will soon be upon us once again, and in 2023 we’re looking forward to spoiling her with skincare, flowers, new hobbies and more. As always, get your orders in ASAP – you don’t want to be late to show Mum how much she means to you.
Looking to book a lovely feast for mum this Mother's Day? Whether you're thinking a casual afternoon lunch, or you'd rather splash out on something a bit extra like a fancy dinner with flowers delivered to the table, you'll get loads of ideas from this list. We've rounded up our favourite restaurants around Melbourne that have created set menus, exclusive cocktails, sweets and more – all in honour of mum.
Is there anything better than getting a little surprise in the mail? Surprise presents are the best presents, and if they come by post, so much the better. We've rounded up heaps of gift hamper delivery services, and you're bound to find at least one here that mum is sure to love.
Flowers are basically a sure-fire way to brighten up anyone's day, and if you've left things to the last minute, we've rounded up a bunch of delivery services that offer same-day delivery.
Why not show your mum how much you love her with cucumber sandwiches? One of the best things about high tea is the undeniable feeling of old-world luxury – not to mention justifying a meal comprised mainly of cakes. Mums love afternoon tea, so we road-tested the best to find out where you should take her to get a fresh scone fix.
Melbourne is home to several specialty chocolate shops that would make even Willy Wonka a little jealous, and chocolate is always a good present.
Cakes, doughnuts, pretzels, oh my. If your mum has a sweet tooth, surprise her with some of Melbourne’s finest desserts that can be delivered right to her doorstep.
Spoil your mum with massages, soaks and pampering sessions at some of Melbourne's best spas and bath houses. We've rounded up everything from holistic day spas and incredibly opulent and luxurious offerings to spots offering clinical treatments.
Booking your mum a massage is a surefire way to get in her good books, so whether she has some niggling muscle pain or just wants to relax, a massage session is sure to earn you golden child status. There are heaps of styles to choose from, ranging from traditional Japanese shiatsu treatments to hot stone massages that alleviate soreness and induce relaxation.
What could be more luxe and relaxing than soaking in blissful hot water with your mum? As well as the mineral spring resorts in Daylesford and the ultra-popular hot springs on the Mornington Peninsula, there are a smattering of hidden oases waiting to be explored across Victoria. Hit the road with mum and get ready to unwind.
We've rounded up some of the most highly regarded facials that also appeal to a broad range of skin types, from dry skin and fine lines to acne and stressed skin. Whether your mum would prefer a science-based approach, or something a little more holistic, there's a treatment for everyone here.
Make precious memories with mum this Mother's Day by booking in to learn a fun new hobby together. ClassBento has more than 6,000 workshops to choose from on everything from making scented candles to learning the basics of wheel throwing and how to design a lush flower arrangement. Browse the full selection here.
Spend the day exploring some of Melbourne's coolest art galleries and exhibitions together. At the moment, you can look forward to offerings like Goddess at ACMI (which celebrates daring and disruptive women on and off the screen), Melbourne Now at the NGV (which shines a light on Victorian-based artists, designers, studios and firms) and the beautifully immersive Monet and Friends at the Lume.
Although Melbourne is quite urban, it also has heaps of hidden green spaces that are perfect for a quiet reflective walk or picnic with mum. Find gardens dedicated to everything from Australian natives and fancy ferns to cacti, tulips and lotuses.
Take her on one of Melbourne's prettiest walks, from the Yarra Trail that begins at the Hoddle Bridge and ends at Dights Falls in Abbotsford to the gorgeous 14km walk from Port Melbourne to St Kilda. You'll probably work up a sweat, so be sure to book in for lunch or dinner somewhere afterwards.
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