The Dandenongs has a great variety of places for visitors to spend a relaxing, rejuvenating or romantic stay.In The Dandenongs, you’ll find a wide range of quality accommodation options that are perfect for a romantic interlude, including secluded luxury retreats, boutique B&Bs, self contained cottages and comfortable guesthouses.Winter is a great time to retreat to ‘The Hills’ to snuggle up in cosy cabin; whereas autumn and spring see the region’s natural surrounds put on gloriously colourful display.With a wide variety of accommodation choices to suit all budgets and tastes, visitors can quickly and easily find a place to lay their head and enjoy all that the beautiful Dandenongs has to offer.

Stylish restaurants, funky cafes, traditional pubs, boutique vineyards, gourmet delis and pick-your-own berry farms – food and wine enthusiasts are spoilt for choice in The Dandenongs.The Dandenongs is renowned for its flair with food and atmospheric eating places – from cosy tearooms to elegant restaurants with stunning views. With a huge variety of fresh produce close to hand, local chefs like to feature seasonal vegetables and fruit on their menus. The Dandenongs is at its ‘berry best’ in summer, with the region’s climate and soil providing ideal conditions for producing juicy berries of every variety. Late November to February is when most of the berries – including strawberries, raspberries, cherries, boysenberries and blueberries – are at their peak.

Stylish restaurants, funky cafes, traditional pubs, boutique vineyards, gourmet delis and pick-your-own berry farms – food and wine enthusiasts are spoilt for choice in The Dandenongs.

Regardless of your age, fitness level, interests or budget, there are plenty of things to see and do in the Dandenong Ranges all year-round.Lush rainforest, ferny gullies and beautiful waterfalls are just some of the reasons why the region is a nature-lovers’ paradise.Explore the beauty of the Dandenong Ranges National Park which covers 3200 hectares and is home to abundant wildlife, including its famous lyrebirds as well as cockatoos, rosellas and kookaburras.The Dandenong Ranges is also home to some of Australia’s most picturesque flower farms and gardens, including Warratina Lavender Farm and the National Rhododendron, Alfred Nicholls and George Tindale Memorial Gardens.A hugely popular tourist attraction which has been enthralling visitors – young and old – for over a century is the Puffing Billy steam train which takes passengers on a scenic journey through the region every day of the year (except Christmas Day). Puffing Billy’s 50km route extends from Belgrave, winding along the historic track through ferny glades and towering Mountain Ash, to its terminus in Gembrook.

Situated in a host of various blissful and picturesque locations throughout the region, the Dandenong’s wide selection of health retreats and spas are a treat for anyone looking to get away and unwind.With a wealth of location options, customers can pick and choose where and when to head back to nature. Whether it be a day spa or self-contained cottages to really immerse yourself in the pleasures on offer, there is something for you. Take advantage of one of the many specials on offer throughout the year, ranging from deals on spas and treatments right through to accommodation and dining options.