Experience the Dandenongs

Mount Dandenong & Surrounds

Month: March 2023

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The Best Breakfast in the Dandenongs

A short drive from Melbourne, the Dandenong Ranges is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. With fern-draped trails, scenic lookouts and plenty of cozy shops, it’s also home to some of Victoria’s best cafes and restaurants. Lorna is a cute little…

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The Best High Tea in the Dandenongs

If you’re looking for a day out that doesn’t involve the hustle and bustle of Melbourne, you can’t go wrong with a trip to the Dandenong Ranges. This pristine region offers a range of attractions, including the century-old steam train…

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How High Are the Dandenong Ranges?

Located 35 km east of Melbourne, the Dandenong Ranges rise to 633 metres. Covered with thick temperate rainforest, the mountain ranges are home to a wide variety of wildlife and a vast network of hiking trails. The quaint hilltop towns…

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The Best Cafes in the Dandenongs

The Dandenong Ranges are home to a swathe of enchanting greenery, cozy shops and refreshing attractions. But they’re also a haven for some of Victoria’s finest cafes and restaurants. The region is littered with cosy cottage cafes, smart-casual Modern Australian…

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How to Get to the Dandenongs From Melbourne

The dandenongs are a beautiful region of Australia, perfect for a day trip from Melbourne. Located just 30 km from the city, this area offers a variety of activities to enjoy. The Dandenong Ranges are home to several towns and…

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The Best Devonshire Tea Locations in the Dandenong Ranges

Known for its lush rainforests, farms and a bounty of tourist attractions, the Dandenong Ranges is a sensory-delightful escape from Melbourne. Hiking in the Dandenongs is an experience that offers a sensory feast, as waterfalls splash over rocky outcrops and…

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How to Choose the Best Bed and Breakfast in the Dandenongs

The dandenongs is a low mountain range in Victoria that’s known for its small hilltop towns and forest hiking trails. The area is also home to a number of local wineries and handmade crafts. In addition to enjoying these natural…

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The Best Scones in the Dandenongs

When it comes to scones, the Dandenongs are home to some of the best. Take your pick from traditional plain and fruit scones or try something more adventurous like Apple and Cinnamon or Cranberry and White Chocolate. One of the…

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The Best Bakery in the Dandenongs

Known for its cultural cuisine, the Dandenong Ranges is home to an impressive number of world class restaurants and cafes. With 150 different nationalities residing in the area, the variety of exotic spices, traditional cuisines, time honoured food preparation techniques…

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Best Walks in the Dandenong Ranges

If you want a rainforest getaway on the doorstep of Melbourne, the Dandenong Ranges is your best bet. It’s only an hour away by car or train and is full of cool forests, quaint hilltop towns and charismatic animals like…