Macedon Ranges Travel Information

The Macedon Ranges are less than an hour drive from Melbourne and make for a scenic getaway.  There are rolling hills, fertile valleys and beautiful ranges that reflect the seasons. There are numerous towns in the area and many of these towns have tree lined streets and plenty of old rural charm. You will find the locals here ready to a chat and will always be ready to give you directions.

Buying fresh local produce here is easy and there are cellar door, art and craft shops as well as boutique style stores. There is always a bargain to be found at the local markets. Visit the local pubs for a drink, some food and local history lessons or visit a quaint restaurant. There are also many gardens in the area and some fine nurseries.

Macedon Ranges tours make the perfect trip for the travelling backpacker. Enjoy the Macedon ranges regional park and see Hanging Rock which was made famous by the book and subsequent movie “Picnic at hanging Rock”. Here you will find creeks and rivers fenced by trees and bushland.  Mount Macedon can be seen from every direction here and at the summit is a Memorial cross which commemorates our soldiers from WW1. There are beautiful gardens here and tearooms where you can gram a cuppa or a cold drink. There is plenty of exploring to be done here with Sanitorium Lake, Day’s reserve and Lions head Reserve all worthy of a look with picnic grounds for your enjoyment.

For those looking for more physical activities  you can take a cycling tours along the scenic country roads or go bushwalking through the native vegetation and see some examples of the for a and fauna in this region. There are plenty of sporting activities as well with many golf course, tennis courts and swimming pools dotted through the area. Clay shooting is available for those who want to do something different. Visit the nearby towns of Drummond, Elphingstone, Malmsbury and Taradale that make up the Bluestone Villages so names cause of the blue cobblestone and bluestone guttering. These towns offer a wealth of history and there are some great galleries, arts and craft shops as well as local eateries serving meals made from local produce.

All the towns of the Macedon Ranges off accommodation of some description with many cosy guest houses and B&B’s as well case hotel, caravan and camping grounds. All your shopping needs can be catered for at the many local shops in the district.