The Yarra Valley, located close to Melbourne, offers quality local food and wine, beautiful scenery, romantic accommodations, and exciting experiences, making it a great getaway destination.
Explore the Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges
The Yarra Valley is known for its world-class wine industry, offering a variety of cellar doors, restaurants, and accommodations for visitors to enjoy.
The Dandenong Ranges offers a variety of attractions, including quaint villages, artist studios, craft stores, gardens, walking and cycling trails, mountain ash, and forests.
Explore the highlights of the region with Yarra Valley Wine Tours!
How’s the weather?
The Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges region experiences a cool climate with average temperatures varying throughout the seasons.
Summer – 26.6°C
Autumn – 20.4°C
Winter – 14.1°C
Spring – 19°C
Travelers should be aware that the weather in the Yarra Valley may differ slightly from the Dandenong Ranges, so we advise to dress for varying conditions.
Also, The State & National Parks in the region offer free entry. You can visit Parks Victoria’s website for more information on parks in the area and safety advice.
Many accommodation options available
Various accommodation options are available in the region to lodge any group size or budget.
Wineries, attractions, and incredible natural scenery
The region from the Western Yarra Valley to the southern end of the Dandenong Ranges is diverse and picturesque. The Yarra Valley is known for its excellent climate wines, a long history of wineries, and a notable presence in beer and cider production dating back to the early 1800s.
Explore the towns in our area
- Healesville offers a variety of attractions, including coffee shops, restaurants, shops, art galleries, and the Healesville Sanctuary.
- Olinda has a bustling retail strip where visitors can spend hours browsing through stores and boutiques. After shopping, there are several quaint cafés and eateries where you can take a break.
- Sassafras offers a variety of unique items in its antique, art, craft, and specialty shops, including hand-crafted quality items such as wooden toys, potted flowers, and fragrant candles.
- Warburton, located along the Yarra River, offers a peaceful environment with beautiful trees and parks. The Lilydale-Warburton Rail Trail begins or ends here, making it an excellent spot for cycling or walking.
- Yarra Glen is known for its renowned wineries and family-friendly attractions, such as the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie & Ice Creamery.
- Eltham and Surrounds are known for their abundant green spaces, thriving art community, and welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere. Located 20km northeast of Melbourne, this western area of the Yarra Valley is recognized for its appealing characteristics.