20–25 Mins

The most vibrant town base in the Yarra Valley. Best for people wanting cafes, bars, restaurants and more activity outside the festival itself.

WHERE TO STAY

RACV Healesville Country Club & Resort
Enclave At Healesville
Healesvillas
Kangaroo Ridge Retreat
BIG4 Yarra Valley Park Lane Holiday Park

WHAT TO DO

Food
Jayden Ong Winery & Cellar Bar
Herd Bar & Grill
Watts River Brewing
Beechworth Bakery
Wine
Mac Forbes
Naught Gin
Jayden Ong Wines
Tillie J Wines
Activities
Healesville Sanctuary
Tall Trees Studio
TarraWarra Museum
Maroondah Reservoir

Lilydale / Mount Evelyn

25-35 Mins

The practical option. affordable motels, easy public transport access and good for guests driving from Melbourne suburbs.

WHERE TO STAY

Lilydale Pine Hill Caravan Park
Lilydale Motor Inn
Yarra Valley Motel
York On Lilydale
Econo Lodge Lilydale
Nightcap at York on Lilydale

WHAT TO DO

Food
York On Lilydale
Round Bird Cafe
Olinda Creek Hotel
Wine
Nearby Coldstream wineries
Activities
Warburton Rail Trail
Lilydale Lake
Mount Evelyn trails

Warburton Valley / Yarra Junction

25-35 Mins

Forest surroundings, riverside scenery and relaxed weekend-away energy.

WHERE TO STAY

Langbrook Farm
Hazeldene Yarra Valley
Valley Ranges Getaways
Carinya Park
Alkira Eco Glamping Retreat

WHAT TO DO

Food
Babaji’s Kerala Kitchen
Warburton Bakery
Three Sugars Cafe
Olinda Tea House
Activities
Redwood Forest
Warburton Rail Trail
La La Falls
Cycling Vine Tours

Croydon / Ringwood Corridor

25-35 Mins

A convenient option for guests wanting train access, major shopping centres and affordable accommodation while staying within easy reach of the festival.

WHERE TO STAY

Bungunyah Apartments*
Rydges Ringwood
Sage Hotel Melbourne Ringwood
Ringwood Lake Inn
Nightcap at Manhattan Hotel

WHAT TO DO

Food
Eastland dining precinct
The Public Brewery
Hunter & Barrel
Wine
Easy access to Yarra Valley wineries
Activities
Eastland shopping
Dandenong Ranges drives

Marysville

25-35 Mins

A true alpine-style getaway and a great option for guests turning the festival into a longer regional escape.

WHERE TO STAY

The Alpine Hotel
Marysville Garden Cottages
Scenic Marysville
Sun-Kissed Forest Garden

WHAT TO DO

Food
Fraga’s Cafe
Marysville Country Bakery
Elevation 423
Wine
Day trips to Healesville wineries
Activities
Steavenson Falls
Lake Mountain
Black Spur Drive
Scenic forest walks