Daylesford and the Macedon Ranges, Victoria, Australia

Spa & wellbeing

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

Sault Restaurant

Restaurants

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

Lavandula Swiss Italian Farm

History & heritage

Stroll the stunning grounds of this Swiss-Italian lavender haven, play petanque, and enjoy a glass of lavender sparkling wine at the trattoria.

Clifftop at Hepburn

Retreats & lodges

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.

RedBeard Historic Bakery

Cafes

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.

Farmers Arms Hotel Daylesford

Hotels

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,...

Wombat Hill House

Cafes

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.

Trentham Falls

Lakes & waterways

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.

Hanging Rock

National parks & reserves

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

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

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Places to stay

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Art galleries

Musicians in front of Hanging Rock, near Woodend

Woodend Winter Arts Festival

Art & exhibitions

11 Jul 2021

The Woodend Winter Arts Festival presents a 'reimagined' festival for 2021, bringing together artists, performers, authors and commentators in a beautiful...

Planted in 1988 the Golden Mile of Daffodils heralds the Kyneton Daffodil & Arts Festival

Kyneton Daffodil and Arts Festival

Gardens & agriculture

02 Sep 2021

Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the 48th Kyneton Daffodil and Arts Festival was postponed in 2020 but will hopefully be held again from 2-12 September 2021.The...

Winter School Holidays at Maze House

Family

26 Jun - 11 Jul 2021

Maze House is open every day in the Winter School Holidays from Saturday 26 June to Sunday 11 July 2021. Rug up and get lost in this 28-year-old maze...

Winter Sounds 2021

Festivals

16 - 18 Jul 2021

Winter Sounds is a weekend of intimate performances taking place across Daylesford and the surrounding hills from July 16-18 2021.From gold-rush-era halls...

Art in the Vines - The Renaissance

Exhibitions

Until 15 Oct 2021

Visit Hanging Rock Winery to experience Art in the Vines – The Renaissance. Due to popular demand, the exhibition has been extended. Wander a trail of...

A Taste of Truffles Experience

Tastings

26 Jun 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,...

Kokedama Workshop in the Macedon Ranges

Classes & workshops

17 Jul 2021

In this workshop you will create and take home one medium-sized and one small Kokedama, the skills to create more at home and a couple of zen hours to...

Knights of Fire and Snow Queen Neva - Winter School Holiday Program

Family

26 Jun 2021

Ignite your imagination at Kryal Castle. You will be enthralled by our Knights of Fire and Snow Queen Neva. Watch the spectacular ‘fire’ joust, be dazzled...

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