Experience the Dandenongs

Mount Dandenong & Surrounds

Month: February 2023

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The Best Gardens in the Dandenong Ranges

The Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges are home to some of Melbourne’s most beautiful gardens. Get out and experience the riotous flower palette that blooms throughout spring in these magnificent landscapes. The best way to visit these amazing gardens is…

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Best Breakfast in the Dandenongs

Whether you’re looking for a quick and tasty breakfast or an indulgent brunch, the Dandenongs has some of the best places to go. From the Mt Dandenong Hotel to Destiny Point, there are a number of places to get your…

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The Best High Tea in the Dandenongs

Whether you’re a seasoned tea-drinker or just a scones and clotted cream lover, the Dandenong Ranges is home to some of the best high tea spots in the state. The best place to go is Coombe Yarra Valley, where you’ll…

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How High Are the Dandenongs Mountain Range and Mount Dandenong?

The Dandenongs mountain range is a set of low mountains and hills rising to 633 metres (at Mount Dandenong) east of Melbourne, Victoria. They are known for their scenic forests and quaint villages. The Dandenongs are popular with visitors, many…

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The Best Cafes in the Dandenong Ranges

The fern-covered landscapes of the Dandenong Ranges are home to cosy pubs and teahouses, ornamental gardens, and native wildlife. They’re also home to some of Victoria’s best cafes and restaurants. A quaint eatery by the name of France-Soir, this spot…

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How to Get to the Dandenongs From Melbourne

The Dandenong Ranges are Australia’s cool green lungs, with fern glades and soaring forests of mountain ash (the world’s tallest flowering trees). Explore the quaint townships and spectacular gardens on a day trip from Melbourne. Hike the trails to admire…

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Devonshire Tea Locations in the Dandenongs

If you’re looking to indulge in a devonshire tea experience during your trip to the dandenongs, there are plenty of locations where you can do so. From schmick cafes dishing up inventive fare to quaint pubs that offer a slice…

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The Best Bed and Breakfast in the Dandenongs

The Dandenong Ranges are a popular tourist destination, offering small hilltop towns and forest hiking trails. This region is also a great place to buy local produce and handmade crafts. If you want a relaxing getaway, there are many bed…

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Best Scones in the Dandenongs

A verdant retreat only 35 kilometers from Melbourne, the Dandenong Ranges lures foodies, nature lovers and artists with a diverse selection of tourist attractions. Afternoon tea is a popular way to spend time here, and some of the best places…

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The Best Bakery in the Dandenongs

If you’re looking for a place to stop for a cuppa and a slice, you’ve come to the right place. With its picturesque garden, enchanting woodland ambience and swathes of fern-draped trails, the Dandenong Ranges is the perfect playground for…