Attractions

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.

Burrinja Arts Visit the home of arts in the Dandenong Ranges Burrinja is one of the most beautiful galleries in Victoria, located in the lush Dandenong Ranges, just fifty minutes from central Melbourne and close to Puffing Billy. Winner of the 2010 Best Small Museum Award, Burrinja exhibits inspiring Indigenous and contemporary art ... Read More > Chappies Trading as Chappies, our family has been producing fresh fruit for 4 generations, testament to sustainable horticulture. Fresh is best, so we welcome everyone to come and pick-your-own or buy our picked-fresh-daily Cherries and Berries. We also offer jams and frozen berries. Our season is late Nov to end Dec, every day ... Read More > Grants on Sherbrooke Whether you’re visiting to feed the Rosellas, taking a bush walk, or enjoying a drink or a delicious meal, you know you’re in good hands at Grants.  Relax and watch... as the mountains charm you with their changing hues, listen to the bird song, linger by the log fire or chat ... Read More >

Great Gardens of The Dandenongs Visit one of the many Great Gardens in The Dandenongs at any time of the year. National Rhododendron Gardens: World-renowned botanic garden, spring flowering, lakes, giftshop. (Olinda, Melway: 66 K6) Pirianda Garden: Rare plants, fascinating walks through fern gullies (Olinda, Melway: 122 B9) R.J Hamer Arboretum: Spectacular views, extensive collections of exotic trees (Olinda, ... Read More > Kookaberry Strawberry Farm Award winning family owned gourmet handmade Jams. Kookaberry jams are made by Frances, who is the grower; she carefully chooses her berries from her farm, to ensure taste and quality All products are handmade in small batches, bottled and labeled by Frances on the farm. Rich and full of fruit, tastes just like you ... Read More > Puffing Billy Railway Puffing Billy is Australia's favourite steam train and one of the finest preserved steam railways in the world. The railway travels for 25 kilometres through the beautiful forests and fern gullies of the Dandenong Ranges. Located in Belgrave and only one hour east of Melbourne, Puffing Billy travels to Emerald ... Read More >

Skyhigh Mt Dandenong Viewing platforms with stunning views that sweep across Mornington Peninsula and the CBD, to Port Phillip Bay and the You Yangs on the Southern horizon. The picturesque ‘secret garden’ – ideal for wedding ceremonies and private functions The SkyHigh garden maze constructed from native flora. A contemporary café and family restaurant Open for breakfast, ... Read More > Trees Adventure Trees Adventure is an awesome eco-adventure situated in a beutiful heritage garden in Belgrave, close to Puffing Billy. Zip-trek high above the ground and take on the thrilling tree-top obstacles. There are 12 mammoth flying foxes and 65 aerial challenge ranging from beginner to intermediate and the black diamond extreme ... Read More > Warratina Lavender Farm Warratina Lavender Farm is 1 hour from Melbourne at the foothills of the Dandenongs.  Enjoy the tranquil surroundings & breathe in the fragrances of lavender.  Enjoy delicious regional fare and especially the homemade lavender scones.  A wide range of Warratina's lavender products & gorgeous gifts in the Gift Shop are available.  Group tours ... Read More >

William Ricketts Sanctuary Hidden away in a dense inlet along the winding Mt Dandenong Tourist Road is the internationally renowned William Ricketts Sanctuary. The sanctuary is not only one the Dandenong’s more iconic experiences, but one of the most inspiring and tranquil places on the mountain. A quiet gentleman who had spent much time ... Read More >