Daylesford and the Macedon Ranges, Victoria, Australia

National parks & reserves

Your Picnic at Hanging Rock will be a gourmet affair served with drama and intrigue - and stunning flora and fauna.

Restaurants

Indulge in modern cuisine prepared with seasonal, local produce, along with top regional and international wines and superb views of lavender fields.

Hotels

Farmers Arms Hotel Daylesford

At the east end of town, just a stone’s throw away from the Wombat Hill botanic gardens sits the Farmers Arms Hotel Daylesford. Our motel-style art suites,...

Spa & wellbeing

Hepburn Bathhouse & Spa

Spend a day rejuvenating body and mind in the natural mineral waters of the original Hepburn Springs spa, welcoming locals and travellers since 1895.

Lakes & waterways

Trentham Falls

Get soaked by the spray from Victoria's highest single-drop waterfall, enjoy a picnic by the river or a scenic walking track in the surrounding forest.

Cafes

RedBeard Historic Bakery

Pop into this historic bakery to enjoy a tasty lunch, stock up on local organic bread, and get a glimpse of the baking techniques of yesteryear.

Cideries

Daylesford Cider Company

Explore a range of ciders with a tasting paddle at the cellar door. Pick up a bottle or two for home.

Cafes

Wombat Hill House

Make time to visit this garden, cafe and store by Alla Wolf-Tasker and the Lake House team in Daylesford's beautiful Wombat Hill Botanic Gardens.

Retreats & lodges

Clifftop at Hepburn

Lounge in the lap of luxury when you stay at these stunning five star villas, with decadent features and unbeatable panoramic views, in Hepburn Springs.

Discover

Take time out to invigorate body and mind, and reignite your imagination amid the spectacular forests, natural mineral waters and historic villages of the Daylesford and Macedon Ranges region. Rejuvenate at mineral spas and wellness retreats, be inspired by the landscapes and galleries, and indulge in exquisite food and wine across the region.

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Local heroes

Bokeh Gallery, Daylesford and the Macedon Ranges, Victoria, Australia

Art galleries

Villa Parma, Daylesford and the Macedon Ranges, Victoria, Austalia

Places to stay

Steps Performing Arts dance in the Daffodil & Arts Parade

Gardens & agriculture

Kyneton Daffodil and Arts Festival

02 - 12 Sep 2021

It is with regret that due to the COVID-19 pandemic the 48th annual Festival has been postponed in 2021.After the emergency is over the Kyneton Daffodil...

Makers markets

Daylesford Craft and Food Market

27 Feb 2021

As the weather warms up, Daylesford is a beautiful spot to cool down. Come and stretch your legs as you explore the stalls at Daylesford Craft and Food...

DJ sets by Blue Juice's Mohair Slim. Tickets include a glass of wine on arrival, platter and shuttle

Food & wine

Harvest Party

06 Mar 2021

The team at Brave Goose Vineyard are excited to celebrate what they hope will be a cracking 2021 vintage by bringing you a unique and highly anticipated...

Community

Pick Your Own Sunflowers Dunnstown

Until 12 Mar 2021

One million sunflowers have been planted in this picture perfect crop in Dunnstown, ready for visitors to visit and pick. Just a short drive from Ballarat...

Tastings

A Taste of Truffles Experience

06 Jun - 29 Aug 2021

Join Black Cat Truffles during the truffle season from June to August for A Taste of Truffles Experience - an invitation to find out more about this earthy,...

Festivals

2021 Macedon Ranges Music Festival

13 Mar 2021

Live music is back in the Macedon Ranges. Having been the last festival to run in 2020, the Macedon Ranges Music Festival returns to the Gisborne Steam...

Exhibitions

Art in the Vines - The Renaissance

Until 21 Mar 2021

Visit Hanging Rock Winery from now until 21 March 2021 to experience Art in the Vines – The Renaissance. Wander a trail of discovery, glass-in-hand, through...

Makers markets

Hanging Rock Makers Market

20 Mar 2021 (dates to be confirmed)

Hanging Rock Market is a quality arts, crafts and gourmet food market set at the beautiful Hanging Rock Reserve. Now you can enjoy more than a picnic at...

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