Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Olinda showing a garden

Where to stay in Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges

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
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.

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Coldstream

Travellers like the wineries in Coldstream, and Coombe Farm Estate Wines is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Coldstream
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Monbulk

You'll enjoy the wineries and spas in Monbulk. You might want to make time for a stop at Monbulk Winery or Sassafras Creek Nature Conservation Reserve.

Monbulk
Balgownie Estate Yarra Valley

Balgownie Estate Yarra Valley

4.5 out of 5
1309 Melba Highway, Yarra Glen, VIC
The price is £105 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
£105
5 Aug - 6 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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 helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
"Beautiful grounds, staff were lovely. We got upgraded to a one bedroom apartment which was a nice surprise. My daughter has food intolerances and they were a great help with heating up pre prepared food etc. Breakfast was beautiful with gorgeous views over the Yarra Valley. I would love to come ..."

Reviewed on 24 Jul 2025

Balgownie Estate Yarra Valley
Chateau Yering Hotel

Chateau Yering Hotel

5 out of 5
42 Melba Highway, Yering, VIC
The price is £97 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
£97
12 Aug - 13 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an on-site winery. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (576 reviews)
"My husband and I absolutely loved our stay at Chateau Yering Hotel which exceeded expectations. The room was large and beautiful with a huge double bath and views of the property. We sat in the Drawing Room in the afternoon and were offered Devonshire tea which was excellent. We then enjoyed a wine ..."

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

Chateau Yering Hotel
Yarra Valley Lodge

Yarra Valley Lodge

4.5 out of 5
Heritage Avenue, Chirnside Park, VIC
The price is £85 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
£85
3 Sept - 4 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (999 reviews)
"We stayed here whilst attending a wedding at a nearby venue. Accomodation was clean and lovely. Views incredible. Breakfast very delicious. Especially the hot fresh cinnamon donuts! Yummm"

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

Yarra Valley Lodge
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Meriton Suites Melbourne

Meriton Suites Melbourne

5 out of 5
140 King St, Melbourne, VIC
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a sauna and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (654 reviews)
"Modern"

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

Meriton Suites Melbourne
Pegasus Apart'Hotel

Pegasus Apart'Hotel

4 out of 5
206 A'Beckett Street, Melbourne, VIC
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Melbourne. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (7,990 reviews)
"Beautiful, very clean! Housekeeping on point, helpful staff. Close to everything we needed."

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

Pegasus Apart'Hotel
Oaks Melbourne on Market Hotel

Oaks Melbourne on Market Hotel

4 out of 5
60 Market Street, Melbourne, VIC
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly aparthotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (4,586 reviews)
"Very central and convenient. Easy to get to shops , harbour side , sports village , suitable for families or groups we had 2 double rooms and lounge kitchen area - suited us perfectly"

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

Oaks Melbourne on Market Hotel
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Popular places to visit

Puffing Billy Steam Train

Puffing Billy Steam Train

5/5(5 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Puffing Billy Steam Train during your trip to Melbourne. Discover the area's waterfalls and sunrises.

Puffing Billy Steam Train
Healesville Sanctuary

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
Rochford Wines Yarra Valley

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
SkyHigh Mount Dandenong showing café lifestyle and outdoor eating

SkyHigh Mount Dandenong

4/5(1 review)

Watch the sun set over Melbourne’s skyline and Port Phillip Bay from this mountain-top location in one of Victoria’s most-visited native forests.

SkyHigh Mount Dandenong
Sherbrooke Forest which includes rainforest

Sherbrooke Forest

Walk amid ancient mountain ash forests and rest at shady picnic spots in this national park, where you might glimpse a lyrebird as it dashes through the undergrowth.

Sherbrooke Forest
Olinda Falls

Olinda Falls

Explore the great outdoors at Olinda Falls, a lovely green space in Melbourne. While in this relaxing area, find time to visit its spas.

Olinda Falls

Things to do

SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium Tickets

SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium Tickets

£20
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium Tickets
Melbourne: Great Ocean Road Day Tour with Bilingual Driver

Melbourne: Epic Great Ocean Road Tour with Must-See Spots

£34
per adult
Melbourne: Epic Great Ocean Road Tour with Must-See Spots
Melbourne Airport Plaza Premium Lounge

Plaza Premium Lounge at Melbourne Airport (MEL)

£27
per adult
Plaza Premium Lounge at Melbourne Airport (MEL)
Penguin Parade: General Viewing Entry Ticket

Penguin Parade: General Viewing Ticket

£16
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Penguin Parade: General Viewing Ticket
Edge Experience Package

Edge Experience Package

£24
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Edge Experience Package
Fingal: Peninsula Hot Springs Pass with Lunch Credit

Fingal: Peninsula Hot Springs Entry with Lunch Credit

£51
per adult
Fingal: Peninsula Hot Springs Entry with Lunch Credit
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Cities near Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges

Southbank which includes a city, a high-rise building and a river or creek

Melbourne

Badger Creek

Badger Creek

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