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.
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.
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.
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
Room spotless, amenities great , upper level super quite.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Nightcap at York on Lilydale
Very helpful ladies at the front desk at check in. Room was clean, and bed was very comfortable. Was really surprised (and pleased) to see the complimentary bottles of water restocked every day, too! Also really nice staff at the bar if you want a drink during your stay. Definitely a good value place ...
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
RACV Healesville Country Club & Resort
Absolutely beautiful stay. I booked two rooms, one for myself and one for my parents who are visiting from Canada. Both of us were extremely happy and all the resort staff were so lovely and accommodating.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Enclave at Healesville Holiday Park
Cold shower tap was broken very hard to have a shower would fall off
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
Yering Gorge Cottages
All cottages have been upgraded with new kitchen and re-tiled bathrooms. Excellent addition you find on arrival is salt, pepper, olive oil, glad wrap and foil in the kitchen draws. An excellent tranquil location with Kangaroos at you doorstep and located less than an hour from Melbourne.
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Wild Cattle Creek Estate
Breakfast menu was good, although half the lights in our villa were unable to be turned on. However, staff were very clear and we were helped instantly after the car was parked. Beds are also very comfy and the room was clean.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
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 romantic 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
1 Hour Sight seeing Melbourne River Cruise on historic vessel
Living Legends Champion Racehorse Guided Tour
