Yarra Valley
There is so much to see and do in the Yarra Valley, we recommend that you make a day or weekend of taking in all the sights. The ideal way to do this, is to book accommodation the night before your balloon flight, and really take the time to explore what this stunning region has to offer.
We have put together a list of things to do whilst visiting the Yarra Valley to make your trip all that more enjoyable.
These are some of our favourite must-do’s in the Yarra Valley:
Stay

Healesville Hotel
For decades, the beautifully restored 1910 Healesville Hotel has been a warm and inviting gathering place for locals and tourists alike. Cosy, old-world vibes in the centre of town, our rooms are perfect if you are looking to indulge in seasonal and regional dining and simply want to wander upstairs to bed.

Lively Properties
Lively Properties have hand picked all of our beautiful properties in amazing locations so our guests have everything they need to make for an unforgettable stay.

Re’em
Re’em is a new 16 room boutique hotel and dining venue located at the Helen and Joey winery and vineyard, in the heart of the Yarra Valley.

Kangaroo Ridge Retreat
Nestled amongst the clouds, Kangaroo Ridge Retreat offers an enchanting escape with sweeping Yarra Valley mountain views.

Solitude Estate Vineyard & Carl’s Hut
Carl’s hut is located at Solitude Estate Vineyard in the Upper Yarra wine region. It is a perfect couples retreat or solo getaway. Once a pioneer’s cottage, it has been transformed into a luxurious stay surrounded by forests and mountain views.

Lilydale Caravan Park
Escape, Stay and Explore – offering a range of modern & affordable accommodation in Lilydale. Whether you need a cabin or a site for your RV’s, Caravan, Large Rig, Campervan or Tent, there is a site to suit.

Araluen Lodge Yarra Valley
From the moment you arrive, you will start unwinding and begin to appreciate what it means to stay in the Yarra Valley. Perfect to enjoy outside while taking in the views of the gardens, the national park at the rear of the property and the picturesque Steels Creek Valley.

Yarra Valley Lodge
Less than an hour’s drive from Melbourne’s hustle, Yarra Valley Lodge – a world-class hotel and accommodation – invites you.
Yarra Valley Lodge is beautifully appointed and set at the foothills of the stunning Yarra Ranges.

Yering Gorge Cottages
Located in the heart of Melbourne’s food and wine is Trip Advisor’s #1 Rated boutique accommodation in the Yarra Valley – Yering Gorge Cottages – incorporating 13 self-contained, beautifully appointed, one, two and four bedroom cottages.

Balgownie Estate Yarra Valley
Balgownie Estate is an award-winning vineyard, accommodation, bar and restaurant, cellar door and spa property. One of the largest hotels in the region featuring 70 accommodation rooms and suites.
Dine

DeBortoli Wines
Experience warm Italian hospitality at Locale where our philosophy of great wine, food and friends come together in a magnificent setting.

Levantine Hill
Levantine Hill is the perfect merger of two vineyards right in the heart of the Yarra Valley. On the one side, a vineyard producing superior

Zonzo Estate
Zonzo Estate is a winery, restaurant, wedding venue and working farm located in the heart of the Yarra Valley.
Tour

Rochford Wines
With multiple restaurants, cellar doors, function spaces, wedding options and music events; Rochford is one of the top wineries near Melbourne offering a one-stop Yarra Valley experience like no other.

Coombe Yarra Valley
Coombe Yarra Valley offers an exquisite blend of history, wine, and culinary excellence. Nestled in the heart of the Yarra Valley, it features renowned wines, gourmet dining, and the historic Coombe Cottage, once home to Dame Nellie Melba. Visit for an unforgettable experience of elegance and charm.

Healesville Sanctuary
Zoos Victoria is a world-leading zoo-based conservation organisation, dedicated to fighting wildlife extinction.

Melbourne Elite Tours
Melbourne Elite Tours offers up-market, bespoke tours that showcase Melbourne and regional Victoria’s best.

Heritage Golf & Country Club
Boasting two championship courses, yet far beyond a golf club in both style and substance, The Heritage constitutes one of the nation’s finest Golf and Country Clubs.

The Eastern Golf Club
Delivering one of the most comprehensive, innovative and leading golf destination experiences in Australia. Our Private Member Club offers a highly playable, member friendly golf course design that is complemented by extensive Driving Range facilities and the TaylorMade Performance Centre.

CherryHill Orchards
The CherryHill Orchards’ story began in 1940 when our grandfather, George Riseborough planted his first cherry trees in Victoria’s fertile Yarra Valley. 80 years later, CherryHill is still 100% Australian owned and our family proudly carries on our cherry growing tradition with diligence and passion to produce Australia’s finest cherries.

Puffing Billy Railway
Step into a timeless world of wonder with Australia’s favourite steam train, Puffing Billy, located in the heart of the Dandenong Ranges and only one-hour east of Melbourne.

Hop It
Hop It isn’t your nanna’s food and wine tour! In fact, we’re not really a wine tour at all … Hop It is an unconventional way to explore Victoria’s gourmet food and wine regions.

Australian Wine Tour Company
Established in 1998, Australian Wine Tour Company are the market leaders in winery tourism offering both public and private touring options.