Dandenong Ranges

Mt Dandenongs – Suburb Profile

Experience the combination of old-world charm and modern style in The Dandenong Ranges. Luring artists, foodies, nature lovers and adventurers, this fantastic region of rainforests offers a bounty of diverse attractions. Explore the hidden delights of quaint villages, locally revered eateries, bustling markets, and lush nature reserves.

 

Supermarkets:

Woolworths – Cnr Main Road and Moores Road, Monbulk, Victoria 3793

IGA Mt Dandenong – 1526 Mount Dandenong Tourist Road, Olinda, Victoria, 3788

 

Bottle Shops:

Olinda Cellars – 7/540 Mount Dandenong Tourist Rd, Olinda, Victoria 3788

IGA Mt Dandenong – 1526 Mount Dandenong Tourist Road, Olinda, Victoria, 3788

 

Dining & Eateries:

• Miss Marples Tea Room – Famously inspired by one of Agatha Christie’s favourite protagonists, enjoy a traditional menu at this local tearoom full of iconic memorabilia – think scones, an open fireplace and quaint styling! 382 Mount Dandenong Tourist Road, Sassafras, Victoria, 3787

• The Pig & Whistle – A classic English style pub with a generous and great quality menu with 16 beers on tap! A relaxed and welcoming atmosphere in a picturesque location! 1429 Mount Dandenong Tourist Road, Olinda, Victoria, 3788

• Citrine Bistro and Bar – A local go-to featuring a modern Australian menu with seasonal ingredients and daily specials. Warm, homely and stylish – plus an open fireplace. 543 Mount Dandenong Tourist Road, Olinda, Victoria, 3788

• The Independent – Specialising in Argentinian cuisine and set in a heritage listed hardware store, this restaurant caters to all palettes and has great share plates! 79 Main Street, Gembrook, Victoria, 3783

• Proserpina Bakehouse – Think fresh bread and great breakfast buns! Whether its their famous cheesecake or croissants – this one has something for everyone. 361 Mt Dandenong Tourist Road, Sassafras, Victoria, 3787

 

Shopping & Entertainment:

• Sassafras Township ­– Enjoy the historical charm of this unique township with unique fashion, beauty, homewares, artisan food, jewellery and toy stores! 392 Mount Dandenong Tourist Road, Sassafras, Victoria, 3787

• Mangana Emporium (Antique Store) – One of Melbourne’s favourite homewares and lifestyle stores with pieces sourced worldwide, specifically India, France and The America’s. 29 Olinda-Monbulk Road, Olinda, Victoria, 3788

• Olinda Collective – A very unique shop that features 26 up-and-coming artists and designers at once that aren’t able to sustain their own retail space. 540 Mount Dandenong Tourist Road Olinda, Victoria, 3788

• Belgrave: Cameo Outdoor Cinema – Operating in the warmer months, you can watch a new release amidst the gorgeous surrounds of the Dandenong Ranges. Also featuring an 8-screen indoor cinema for the cooler months. Outdoor cinema open December – March, 1628 Burwood Highway, Belgrave, Victoria, 3160

• Puffing Billy – Synonymous with the Dandenong Ranges, take a 30 minute to 2-hour journey on the historic steam train through bushland and over famous bridges. 1 Old Monbulk Road, Belgrave, Victoria, 3160

 

Parks & Nature Walks:

• William Ricketts Sanctuary – Take a gorgeous walk through a lush, cool temperate forest that showcases 92 extraordinary sculptures of people and animals by renowned artist William Ricketts (free entry). 1402 Mount Dandenong Tourist Road, Mount Dandenong, Victoria, 3767

• Kokoda Track Memorial Walk (1000 Steps) – One of Melbourne’s most popular bushwalks, the 1000 steps is a gorgeous rainforest walk that leads to a clearing that enjoys great views of Melbourne. Tree Fern Gully Track, Tremont, Victoria, 3785

• Kalorama Park– Enjoy this great walk and picnic spot that boasts spectacular views over the south-eastern face of the Dandenong Ranges! Mount Dandenong Tourist Road, Kalorama, Victoria, 3766

• Olinda Falls – An easy 600m round trip – enjoy a picnic in the peaceful surrounds! You will often see Lyrebirds throughout the park! Olinda Falls Reserve, Falls Road, Mount Dandenong, Victoria, 3788

 

Markets:

• Kallista Community Market – Featuring over 60 stalls of everything from locally produced foods to handmade arts and crafts. Enjoy your morning coffee in a gorgeous outdoor country market setting. First Saturday of the month 9am – 1pm, Village Green, Church Street, Kallista, Victoria, 3791

• Monbulk Produce Market – Enjoy fresh seasonal produce, baked goods and local wares showcased by locals! Second Saturday of every month – 9am – 2pm – 73 Main Road, Monbulk, Victoria, 3793

• Gembrook Market – With 90+ stall holders, this sustainable living market features a range of wonderful goods produced by artists and craftspeople. Also featuring home grown produce, a jumping castle and farm animals! Fourth Sunday of every month – 9am – 2pm – Puffing Billy Railway Station, Main Street, Gembrook, Victoria, 3783

• The Gully Market – A long established market that runs every Saturday and Sunday! Featuring fresh food, crafts, plants and home-made goods, stop in on your way up or down the mountain. Every Saturday 8am – 3pm & Sunday 9am-3pm – Upper Ferntree Gully Railway Station

 

Transport:

Dandenong Ranges Taxi Service – Phone: 9753 6933 

Train (getting to the mountain) –

• Upper Ferntree Gully Station- Belgrave Line (Via Belgrave, Tecoma, Upwey, Upper Ferntree Gully, Ferntree Gully, Boronia, Bayswater, Heathmont, Ringwood, Heatherdale, Mitcham, Nunawading, Blackburn, Laburnum, Box Hill, Mont Albert, Surrey Hills, Chatham, Canterbury, East Camberwell, Camberwell, Auburn, Glenferrie, Hawthorn, Burnley, East Richmond, Richmond, Parliament, Melbourne Central, Flagstaff, Southern Cross, Flinders Street)

• Mooroolbark Station – Lillydale Line (Lilydale, Mooroolbark, Croydon, Ringwood East, Ringwood, Heatherdale, Mitcham, Nunawading, Blackburn, Laburnum, Box Hill, Mont Albert, Surrey Hills, Chatham, Canterbury, East Camberwell, Camberwell, Auburn, Glenferrie, Hawthorn, Burnley, East Richmond, Richmond, Parliament, Melbourne Central, Flagstaff, Southern Cross, Flinders Street)

Bus (getting around the mountain) –

• 688: Croydon to Upper Ferntree Gully (Via Croydon station, Kilsyth, Montrose, Kalorama, Mount Dandenong, Olinda, Sassafras, Ferny Creek, Upper Ferntree Gully station)

• 694: Belgrave to Mount Dandenong (Via Belgrave station, Sherbrooke, Kallista, Sassafras, Olinda)