Berwick
Quick Facts
- Population approximately 30,000
- 30 kilometres south-east of Melbourne
- Gateway to the Dandenong Ranges, Phillip Island Gippsland and the Mornington Peninsula.
Berwick is a popular destination for visitors on their way to the Dandenong Ranges and the Yarra Valley. Founded in 1861 and set in a scenic backdrop of rolling hills, the town retains a sense of its beginnings, with many streets lined with mature English trees planted by early residents. North of Berwick are the Casey foothills, and beautiful natural bush dotted with birds, orchids and wildflowers.
Activities and Attractions
- Enjoy boutique shopping at some of the local speciality shops
- Dine at one of the many restaurants or pick up gourmet takeaway
- Picnic beside gardens and picturesque lakes at Wilson Botanic Park
- See the latest art exhibition at the Old Cheese Factory or see unique life-size bronzes at the Bill Oglivy Sculpture Studio
- Find a treasure at the weekly Akoonah Park Variety Market
- Cycle or walk the paths and trails through natural bush at Lysterfield Park Lake and Cardinia Park Reservoir.
How to get there
Berwick is under one hour from Melbourne via the Monash Freeway.
