Melbourne Airport 1 hr 14
Puffing Billy Railway (23 min)
This open-air train with first-class dining carriages travels through the scenic Dandenong Ranges. Dandenong Ranges Botanic Garden Ornamental Lake (23 min)
36-hectare garden with extensive paths past diverse plants, trees & water features, plus a cafe. TarraWarra Museum of Art (28 min)
Exhibits of modern Australian art in an architecturally unique building next to a winery estate. Dandenong Ranges National Park (31 min)
This scenic forested area filled with birds offers multi-use trails, picnic areas & a playground. Mount Dandenong (25 min)
Popular mountaintop spot with views of Melbourne's skyline & a cafe/bistro with observation decks. Alfred Nicholas Memorial Garden (22 min)
Walking trails wind through this scenic, wooded garden park with a boathouse, waterfalls & islands. Yarra Valley Dairy (20 min)
Wine tasting and wine Kokoda Track Memorial Walk (1000 Steps) (33 min)
Scenic walking track in lush forest surrounds lined with plaques devoted to Australian soldiers. Yering Station Winery (23 min)
Luxe winery since 1838 with grand modern & historic buildings, an upscale restaurant & scenic views. Domaine Chandon (23 min)
Winery, sparkling wine, vineyard, wine, and wine tasting Dandenong Ranges (24 min)
Large mountain range with botanic gardens, wildlife & zip lines, plus an art-filled cultural center. William Ricketts Sanctuary (23 min)
The artist, William Ricketts, is remembered by his works at this forest sanctuary for contemplation. Maroondah Reservoir Park (30 min)
Highlights of this scenic park include gardens, a waterfront walking trail & charming playground. GRANTS ON SHERBROOKE, Grants Picnic Ground (19 min)
BBQ facilities & picnic tables near a forest with fern gullies, paths & native birds like lorikeets. Healesville Sanctuary (22 min)
Zoo dedicated to Australian wildlife, offering animal encounters, bird shows & a play area for kids. | 
