Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges
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 Sassafras Creek Nature Conservation Reserve or Monbulk G172 Bushland Reserve.
- Top hotels in Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges
- Top Holiday Rentals in Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges
Chateau Yering Hotel
Nice staff. Comfortable room. Very good location
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Nightcap at York on Lilydale
Clean rooms good location
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
BIG4 Yarra Valley Park Lane Holiday Park
The room was clean and the staff members were very courteous. Would definitely recommend it.
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Meriton Suites Melbourne
Great views great place
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Pegasus Apart'Hotel
Staff were very helpful and a tentative 😊👍😊
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Oaks Melbourne on Market Hotel
Large room, great location.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
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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.
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.
Yering Station Winery
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Yering Station Winery during your travels to Melbourne. Visit the spas and wineries in this relaxing area.
Yarra River Walk
You can take time to visit Yarra River Walk during your travels to Melbourne. Stroll along the riverfront in this relaxing area or seek out the hiking trails.
Things to do
SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium Tickets
Self Guided Tour of Melbourne's Best Kept Secrets
Melbourne Skydeck Experience Tickets
1 Hour Sight seeing Melbourne River Cruise on historic vessel
Plaza Premium Lounge at Melbourne Airport (MEL)
