Yarra Valley Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo provided by Tourism Victoria
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Experience Victoria’s fine wines, delicious regional produce and unique wildlife in a beautiful natural setting.

Victoria’s Yarra Valley is a magnificent natural escape within easy driving distance of Melbourne. Here, the vineyard-dotted banks of the Yarra River give way to the forested mountains of the Dandenong Ranges. This internationally acclaimed wine region offers a range of relaxing retreats, wineries and fine dining experiences set amidst scenic landscapes.

The Yarra Valley’s wine-growing region is recognised as one of the world’s finest for cool climate wines. Visit more than 90 cellar doors and sample wines from famous estates and small boutique wineries. Try chardonnay and pinot noir, the region’s award-winning wine varieties or try the valley’s famous Domaine Chandon sparkling wine.

The valley also has a rich history of beer and cider production. Hit the Yarra Valley Cider and Ale Trail to take a scenic journey between the breweries nestled in the hills.

Indulge at one of the Yarra Valley’s highly acclaimed restaurants. Many winery restaurants feature stunning vistas of the rolling hills, lined with vineyards and framed by the green peaks of the Dandenongs. Try a long lunch made with fine regional produce and matched with local wines. Visit the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie and Ice Creamery for a delicious and family-friendly experience of some of the region’s fine produce.

In the heart of the Yarra Valley isHealesville Sanctuary, an expansive bush estate where you can encounter some of Australia’s wildlife, including kangaroos and koalas. Learn about the area’s Wurrundjeri Aboriginal people at the sanctuary’s historical exhibits. Explore the untamed landscape at Marysville’s Yarra Ranges National Park.

Don’t miss the TarraWarra Museum of Art, a public visual arts museum with a focus on Australian art from the mid-20th century to today.

The Yarra Valley is just 50 kilometres (31 miles) from Melbourne, Victoria’s capital city. Explore the region’s towns and wineries by car, charter tour or by bicycling along the network of cycling trails that traverse the picturesque valley landscape.

Where to stay in Yarra Valley

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Lilydale

Well liked for its restaurants and wineries, Lilydale is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Lillydale Lake and Lilydale to Warburton Rail Trail, and jump on the metro at Lilydale Station to get around the city.

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Coldstream

Travellers like the wineries in Coldstream, and Coombe Farm Estate Wines is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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Yarra Junction

You'll enjoy the restaurants and wineries in Yarra Junction. You might want to make time for a stop at Bulong Estate or Blue Lotus Water Garden.

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Gruyere

Travellers like the wineries in Gruyere, and Coldstream Hill Winery is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Gruyere
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Seville

You'll enjoy the restaurants and wineries in Seville. You might want to make time for a stop at Killara Park Estate or Seville Hill Winery.

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Yering

You'll enjoy the wineries and golf courses in Yering. You might want to make time for a stop at Yering Meadows Golf Club or Yering Station Winery.

Yering
The Langham, Melbourne

The Langham, Melbourne

5 out of 5
One Southgate Avenue, Southbank, VIC
The price is ฿5,530 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
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26 Oct - 27 Oct
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The Langham, Melbourne
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4 out of 5
562 St Kilda Road, Melbourne, VIC
The price is ฿3,126 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
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17 Nov - 18 Nov
includes taxes & fees
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Hotel Grand Chancellor Melbourne

Hotel Grand Chancellor Melbourne

4 out of 5
131-137 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne, VIC
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The price is ฿3,117 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
฿3,117
฿3,429 total
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,205 reviews)
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Wild Cattle Creek Estate

Wild Cattle Creek Estate

4 out of 5
473 Warburton Highway, Seville, VIC
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and an on-site winery. Popular attractions Seville Hill Winery ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (138 reviews)
"Breakfast was good view was great. easy parking Clean and tidy place to stay."

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Citadines on Bourke Melbourne

Citadines on Bourke Melbourne

4.5 out of 5
131-135 Bourke Street, Melbourne, VIC
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Mantra on Russell Melbourne

Mantra on Russell Melbourne

4.5 out of 5
222 Russell Street, Melbourne, VIC
Stay at this 4.5-star aparthotel in Melbourne. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,460 reviews)
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