Dandenong Ranges > Woori Yallock
Rayner's Orchard
Learn about different varieties of fruit, taste and compare their flavours and textures on a tractor fruit tasting adventure. U Pick available and enjoy a coffee, meal or snack in the Peach Cafe.
Belgrave > Art Gallery
Burrinja Gallery
Burrinja encompasses multiple gallery spaces, artists’ studios, a world-class collection of Indigenous and oceanic art, 400 seat theatre, Indigenous cultural garden and on site cafe & bar.
Yarra Valley > Healesville
TarraWarra Museum of Art
Comprising both stunning architecture and a wealth of modern and contemporary art to absorb, TarraWarra Museum of Art is one of the cultural jewels in the Yarra Valley. Entry fees apply.
Belgrave > through to Gembrook
Puffing Billy Railway
Step back in time at Australia’s oldest and best-preserved heritage steam railway with lush fern gullies brushing past the open side carriages and Mountain Ash trees towering overhead.
Olinda > Adults $12.50 Diggers Members FREE
Cloudehill Gardens & Nursery
Cloudehill is a stunning cool climate garden spread over 5 acres. From formal clipped hedges and topiary, through to the relaxed bulb meadows, Cloudehill provides year round inspiration.
Dandenong Ranges > Weekends & Weekdays
Markets in the Dandenong Ranges
No where does a market like the Dandenong Ranges. Come for a browse, grab something tasty to eat and take something unique and special home - even if it is just fresh local fruit and veg!
Yarra Valley > Yering
Yarra Valley Dairy
Our cheese shop is located in the original 100 year old milking shed here on the farm, right beside the cheese factory. All the handmade Farmhouse Cheeses are available for tasting and purchase.
Belgrave > Bookings Essential
Treetops Adventure
Soar through the forest canopy between some of the world’s rarest trees on an array of flying foxes and take on a series of thrilling challenges. There are easy courses and those for thrill seekers.
Emerald > Lakeside Park
Lakeside Paddleboats
The iconic vintage Paddleboats have been lovingly restored and cater for 1-2 riders (per boat) with choices of ride time available . Navigate your way amongst our resident lakeside wildlife.
Emerald > Various Attractions
Emerald Lake Park
Ride the paddleboats, swim in the wading in the pool, watch Puffing Billy Steam Train fill up with water at Lakeside station, see the model railway exhibition or just take a stroll around the lake.
Yarra Valley > Wineries across the Yarra Valley
Yarra Valley Wineries
Drive down one of the three key wine touring routes, the Melba, Maroondah and Warburton Highways for wineries big and small. Join an organised tour to get the best cellar door experience.
Yarra Valley > Yarra Glen
Yarra Valley Chocolaterie
Enjoy abundant free chocolate tastings. Watch our European Chocolatiers hand craft over 400 different chocolate products. Be amazed at our showroom choc-filled with thousands of couverture delights.
Dandenong Ranges > Wandin North
Mont De Lancey Museum & Gallery
Take a trip back in time to Mont De Lancey Homestead, an authentic recreation of pioneer life in the Dandenong Ranges. Take a tour, visit the art gallery or enjoy lunch or afternoon tea in the cafe.
Belgrave > Indoor & Outdoor Cinema
Cameo Cinemas
With a total of 8 screens, including an outdoor cinema that operates December to March every year, Cameo Cinemas offers a mix of mainstream, blockbuster and quality arthouse movies.
Yarra Valley > From Balgownie Estate, Yarra Glen
Global Ballooning
Let the breeze usher you in a hot air balloon along corridors of grape vines and over the Yarra River as you take in breathtaking views of mountains that surround the spectacular valley.
Yarra Valley > Healesville
Healesville Sanctuary
Healesville Sanctuary is one of Victoria’s most loved tourist attractions and the best place to see and interact with native Australian wildlife and hear our expert keepers talk about the animals.
Emerald > Dating back to 1886
Emerald Museum & Heritage Park
The heritage site was part of the world-famous Nobelius Nursery. The Museum tells the story of Emerald's colourful past through displays of memorabilia, photographs and documents.
Dandenong Ranges > Variety of lengths and difficulties
Walking Trails & Waterfalls
If you enjoy bushwalking or just want to go for a gentle stroll, there are many walking tracks throughout the Dandenong Ranges. Along the tracks are scenic views, native flora and fauna and waterfalls.
Mt Dandenong > Parking Fee: Mon-Fri $5 Sat-Sun $10
SkyHigh Mount Dandenong
SkyHigh is a lookout with majestic views to Melbourne and beyond, 2 cafes, restaurant, function room, summer beer garden, Maze, English garden and walking trails in the state forest.
Dandenong Ranges > Lavender Farm in Wandin
Warratina Lavender Farm
Over 10,000 lavender plants makes a beautiful sight. See the lavender hand harvested using a traditional sickle and dried in the drying shed during harvest time from November to February.
Dandenong Ranges > Public & private gardens
Parks & Gardens
The Dandenong Ranges are home to some of the most stunning public parks and gardens in the world due to the rich volcanic soil. No wonder it is home to some of our premier landscape gardeners.