Budget Friendly

Budget Friendly

Experience the Yarra Valley, Dandenongs, Cardinia, Nillumbik and Warburton with plenty of budget-friendly adventures. Wander under towering mountain ash trees, picnic beside the Yarra River, or explore scenic rail trails—all completely free. Pair nature walks with affordable local bakeries, community markets, and sculpture gardens for an unforgettable, low-cost regional escape.

Top Picnic Spots in the Yarra Valley

Picnics are all about enjoying fresh air with friends and family. What’s your speed? Kids playground, forest dreaming or maybe the water’s edge. There’s a place for a picnic with your perfect view here in the Yarra Valley. Plonk in a vineyard, stroll through a township park or sneak away from it all in the bush.

ngurrak barring Dandenong Ranges Art Trail

Connecting the vibrant villages of the Dandenong Ranges, ngurrak barring (meaning mountain paths in Wurundjeri woi wurrung) is an arts and culture trail winding through forests of towering Mountain Ash and lush fern gullies.

Top Picnic Spots in the Dandenong Ranges

Take the time to be in the outdoors and feel the difference. Picnics can be the ultimate in a family day out or an intimate day for two to reconnect and wash the worries of the week away. Fresh air, stunning views, amazing wildlife and spectacular gardens all make for an entirely wonderful adventure.

Warburton Bike Park

Discover Warburton Bike Park, Australia's mountain bike mecca. an epic 160 kilometres network, with 800 metres of climbing. From scenic climbs to fast flowing descents, there are endless possibilities.