Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges Travel Guide
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Where to stay in Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges
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.
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.
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.
Coldstream
Travellers like the wineries in Coldstream, and Coombe Farm Estate Wines is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
Monbulk
You'll enjoy the wineries and spas in Monbulk. You might want to make time for a stop at Frank Irvine Reserve or Monbulk Winery.
- Our pick of the best Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges Hotel Deals
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Chateau Yering Hotel
Lovely quiet place to relax and close to all the Yarra Valley has to offer
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025
Balgownie Estate Yarra Valley
Yes
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Nightcap at York on Lilydale
Nice view of lake from room. Parking out front and BWS to buy drinks.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Wild Cattle Creek Estate
Clean room. Friendly staff at check in. Lovely view.
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
Enclave at Healesville Holiday Park
Lovely park in beautiful surrounds and area. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Yering Gorge Cottages
Quiet loved seeing the kangaroos in morning
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
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Popular places to visit
Puffing Billy Steam Train
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Puffing Billy Steam Train during your trip to Melbourne. Discover the area's waterfalls and sunrises.
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.
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 relaxing area.
SkyHigh Mount Dandenong
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Plaza Premium Lounge at Melbourne Airport (MEL)
SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium Tickets
Penguin Parade: General Viewing Ticket
1 Hour Sight seeing Melbourne River Cruise on historic vessel
