Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges Travel Guide

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Where to stay in Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges

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Warburton

Unique features of Warburton include the river views and bars. Make a stop by Yarra River Walk or Mount Donna Buang while you're exploring the area.

Warburton
National Rhododendron Gardens which includes a park

Olinda

Unique features of Olinda include the spas and gardens. Make a stop by Dandenongs or Dandenong Ranges Botanic Gardens while you're exploring the area.

Olinda
SkyHigh Mount Dandenong showing café lifestyle and outdoor eating

Mount Dandenong

Unique features of Mount Dandenong include the gardens and waterfront views. Make a stop by William Ricketts Sanctuary or SkyHigh Mount Dandenong while you're exploring the area.

Mount Dandenong
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Lilydale

Well liked for its restaurants and wineries, Lilydale is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Lillydale Lake and Lilydale to Warburton Rail Trail, and jump on the metro at Lilydale Station to get around the city.

Lilydale
Dandenong Ranges National Park which includes rainforest

Sassafras

You'll enjoy the gardens and parks in Sassafras. You might want to make time for a stop at Alfred Nicolas Gardens or Dandenong Ranges National Park.

Sassafras
Sherbrooke Forest

Belgrave

Well liked for its mountain views and waterfalls, Belgrave is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Puffing Billy Steam Train and Dandenong Ranges National Park, and jump on the metro at Belgrave Station to get around the city.

Belgrave
Yarra Valley Lodge
Yarra Valley Lodge
4.5 out of 5
Heritage Avenue, Chirnside Park, VIC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £110 per night from 28 Jun to 29 Jun
£110
per night
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (996 reviews)
"We spent the king’s birthday long weekend, we stayed here before and we loved everything about the hotel especially the staff starting from the checkin till you leave. Jedin was very nice, professional and very helpful. There is only one thing that the hotel is missing and that is a room, like a ..."

Reviewed on 12 Jun 2024

Yarra Valley Lodge
Balgownie Estate Yarra Valley
Balgownie Estate Yarra Valley
4.5 out of 5
1309 Melba Highway, Yarra Glen, VIC
The price is £127 per night from 17 Jun to 18 Jun
£127
per night
17 Jun - 18 Jun
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Yarra Glen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (998 reviews)
"The only negative was the pool was a little cold and spa was not operating"

Reviewed on 29 May 2024

Balgownie Estate Yarra Valley
Chateau Yering Hotel
Chateau Yering Hotel
5 out of 5
42 Melba Highway, Yering, VIC
The price is £199 per night from 17 Jun to 18 Jun
£199
per night
17 Jun - 18 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Yering Station Winery and Yering Station ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (481 reviews)
"Great atmosphere, staff friendly and helpful. Food and wine were delicious. Felt like we stepped back in time, with a warm and cosy feeling."

Reviewed on 26 May 2024

Chateau Yering Hotel
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Weardale Estate
Weardale Estate
4.5 out of 5
35 Kallista-Emerald Rd, The Patch, VIC
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury cottage in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private hot tubs. Popular attractions Puffing Billy Steam Train and Kallista ...
10/10 Exceptional! (13 reviews)
"A lovely place to stay for an Autumn getaway. Hosts were easy to communicate with, friendly and welcoming. Will definitely stay again another time."

Reviewed on 26 May 2024

Weardale Estate
Yering Gorge Cottages
Yering Gorge Cottages
4.5 out of 5
215 Victoria Road, Yering, VIC
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury cottage in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a golf course. Popular attractions Yering Meadows Golf Club and Croydon ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (325 reviews)
"We enjoyed a one night stay in a lovely cabin. The ladies at reception were friendly and very helpful. We were pleasantly surprised by a complimentary bottle of red wine and provision for breakfast. The accommodation was comfortable clean and very well equipped. The log burner made for a cosy evening. ..."

Reviewed on 11 Jun 2024

Yering Gorge Cottages
Wild Cattle Creek Estate
Wild Cattle Creek Estate
4 out of 5
473 Warburton Highway, Seville, VIC
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and an on-site winery. Popular attractions Payne's Rise Wines ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (102 reviews)
"Clean comfy and lovely touches with welcome chocolates and wine. Breakfast included too !!"

Reviewed on 18 Feb 2024

Wild Cattle Creek Estate
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Popular places to visit

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Monash University

4.5/5(7 reviews)

Explore the campus of Monash University during your visit to Melbourne. Amble around this vibrant area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Monash University
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Chadstone Shopping Mall

3.5/5(4 reviews)

During your trip to Melbourne, you can enjoy retail therapy at Chadstone Shopping Mall. Amble around this vibrant area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its charming cafes.

Chadstone Shopping Mall
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Puffing Billy Steam Train

5/5(5 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Puffing Billy Steam Train during your stay in Melbourne. Wander the forests or discover the area's waterfalls.

Puffing Billy Steam Train
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Dandenong Ranges National Park

5/5(11 reviews)

Be dwarfed by the tall forests of the Dandenongs as you explore the walking trails, heritage railway and scenic roads that weave through this wilderness reserve.

Dandenong Ranges National Park
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Healesville Sanctuary

Get up close and personal with Australia’s iconic wildlife and learn how rare native species are protected in of one of the country’s most famous wildlife parks.

Healesville Sanctuary
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Rochford Wines Yarra Valley

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Rochford Wines Yarra Valley during your travels to Melbourne. Visit the spas and wineries in this romantic area.

Rochford Wines Yarra Valley

Things to do

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Melbourne: Puffing Billy & Healesville Sanctuary Scenic Tour

£98
Per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Melbourne: Puffing Billy & Healesville Sanctuary Scenic Tour
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Melbourne: Yarra Wine, Beer/Gin & Chocolate Tour with Lunch

£99
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Melbourne: Yarra Wine, Beer/Gin & Chocolate Tour with Lunch
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Puffing Billy And Phillip Island Penguin Parade Bus Tour

£113
Per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Puffing Billy And Phillip Island Penguin Parade Bus Tour
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Spirit of Melbourne Dinner Cruise

£97
Per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Spirit of Melbourne Dinner Cruise
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SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium Tickets

£21
Per adult
84% of travellers recommend
SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium Tickets
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Outdoor Rock Climbing and Abseiling Tour

£115
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Outdoor Rock Climbing and Abseiling Tour
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