Girls’ Getaway in the Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges

Looking for some ideas for a girl's weekend in the Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges? It’s the perfect spot for a celebration, a hens’ weekend, Mother’s Day treat or just some quality time to connect with the gals.

Grab your besties, your sister, mum, or any of your favourite people and jump in the car for an indulgent trip to the Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges.

Visit Amazing Cellar Doors

With so many amazing wineries in the Yarra Valley, wine-lovers are spoilt for choice. As Victoria's first wine-growing district, there are over 90 cellar doors to explore, each with something different to offer.

You'll love the wine you taste but you'll also discover stunning views, delicious local produce and maybe even meet the wine maker!

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Delightful High Tea Experiences

High teas are a popular choice for special events such as engagement celebrations, baby and bridal showers and birthdays but who says you can't just book one to treat yourself to an extra special day. Morning and afternoon teas here are all about the fluffy scones, French-inspired pastries and desserts as well as gourmet teas and a maybe glass of sparkling too.

Check out our favourite high tea experiences

Explore Unforgettable Gardens

Our region's rich soils provide the perfect conditions for stunning gardens that are a fantastic addition to your itinerary. Some of our favourites include Cloudehill Gardens, Alowyn Gardens, Dandenong Ranges Botanic Garden, Alfred Nicholas Garden, Pirianda Garden, George Tindale Memorial Gardens and Chelsea Australian Garden at Olinda.

Seasonal gardens such as Tesselaar Tulip Festival, Tesselaar KaBloom, CherryHill Orchards' Blossom Festival and Blue Lotus Water Gardens are must-see attractions. Check the event dates before you travel.

Book a Workshop

Workshops are a great way to learn a new skill, have some fun and get creative. Places like Yarra Valley Chocolaterie & Ice Creamery, Four Pillars Distillery, bizu studio, Tall Trees Studio, Bake and Gather and The Pink Gallery offer wonderful workshops and classes that you can get involved in.

Discover Art & Culture

One of our favourite places to discover art and culture is at TarraWarra Museum of Art in Healesville where you can explore modern adnd contemporary artworks in an award-winner gallery established in 2003.

The latest addition to the Museum, the Eva and Marc Besen Centre, offers something novel and unexpected, visible art storage of over 300 works, a learning centre and a performance space designed by Kerstin Thompson Architects. Take in the panoramic display of 64 storage racks housing one of Australia's most significant collections of modern and contemporary art, spanning from the 1930s to today.