Yarra Valley
About 1 hr by car from Melbourne
Cool-climate wineries known for sparkling wine and Pinot Noir, plus a famous dairy.
Why locals go
The closest wine country, an hour out.
Visiting Melbourne?
At 1 hr by car, it's easy to add a night or two here and still be back in Melbourne for your flight home.
What to book
- Winery tour with a driver
- Hot-air balloon over the valley
- Healesville Sanctuary
Where to stay
One or two nights is enough for most people. Compare places to stay:
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For two
- Sunrise balloon flight
- Vineyard lodge stay
With friends
- Winery bus tour
- Cheese and chocolate tastings
When to go
Year-round, harvest February to April.