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Carlton Gardens
No. 4 of Spring Outings in Australia

Carlton Gardens

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Carlton Gardens covers an area of approx. 26 hectares and was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2004, together with the Royal Exhibition Building located within the gardens. The garden maintains a Victorian-style landscape, with open lawns and avenues lined with plane trees complementing each other. Multiple tree-lined paths connect historical buildings with leisure areas. The garden features 3 fountains, among which the one designed by sculptor Joseph Hochgertel for the 1880 exhibition is particularly striking, and 2 decorative small lakes are located in the southern part. The garden is planted with various trees, including English oaks, elms, London plane trees, and Moreton Bay figs, offering different scenery throughout the seasons. The Melbourne Museum on the north side forms a sharp contrast with the classical garden through its modern architectural language, and the same area also features a children's playground inspired by the Victorian maze. The garden is perfect for a stroll; people can walk along the tree-lined paths or rest on the lawns to experience urban garden life in Melbourne.Carlton · 39.1 km from Yarra Glen
Global Ballooning - Melbourne, Yarra Valley & Mansfield

Global Ballooning - Melbourne, Yarra Valley & Mansfield

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It was voted the World's Most Liveable City for seven years straight for good reason. This stylish metropolis offers so much to see including the MCG, Port Phillip Bay or Eureka. Imagine starting the day feeling the warmth of flames gently inflating the balloon, the thrill of seeing the sun rise over legendary city landmarks, floating peacefully above the Yarra River.Yarra Glen · 3.6 km from downtown
Melbourne Skydeck
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Melbourne Skydeck

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Melbourne Skydeck, the Eureka Skydeck 88, is located on the 88th floor, is 285 meters above the ground. With a direct elevator, you can overlook the entire city of Melbourne, 360 degrees, in a few seconds. There is a viewfinder for accurate observation of important landmarks throughout Melbourne. There is also a glass cube called The Edge that extends out of the edge of the building, and extremely exciting to stand up and look downstairs. △ Enjoy the sunset over Melbourne city △ Feel the exciting Edge experienceSouthbank · 40.4 km from Yarra Glen
Dandenong Ranges National Park
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Dandenong Ranges National Park

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Dandenong Ranges National Park is located approx. 40 km east of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, and is a national park characterized by its forests, mountains, waterfalls, and nature trails. Its terrain is dominated by rolling hills and deep valleys, with vast forests covering the mountains, where tall mountain ash trees and various ferns grow. Dense canopies, a moist forest environment, and winding creeks combine to create a cool, damp forest landscape. The park features multiple hiking trails suitable for visitors of all fitness levels. Visitors can enjoy the towering trees, ferns, and forest creeks along the trails, and may also have the opportunity to spot local wildlife such as lyrebirds and kangaroos.Tremont · 26.4 km from Yarra Glen
Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria - Melbourne Gardens
No. 2 of Spring Outings in Australia

Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria - Melbourne Gardens

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Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria - Melbourne Gardens is located on the beautiful south bank of the Yarra River, where thousands of exotic plants from Australia and around the world thrive. The gardens also feature diverse architecture and engaging activities. 1. The Children's Garden helps kids explore the natural world Inside the Children's Garden, there are many interactive facilities where kids can play to their heart's content and get up close with nature. The garden offers everything to help children explore the natural world: crawl-through plant tunnels, climbable rocks, and bamboo groves perfect for playing hide-and-seek. The Children's Garden is temporarily closed for maintenance every winter. Opening hours during other seasons are Wednesday–Sunday from 10:00 AM until sunset, with daily operation during Victoria school holidays. 2.ObservatoryExplore the brilliant starry sky Next to the Children's GardenObservatoryThe bright yellow exterior walls and silver semi-dome make it easily recognizable. Built between 1861–1863, it has maintained close ties with the Astronomical Society of Victoria. The interior is only open to tour groups, and general visitors cannot enter. Planetarium visits are typically scheduled for the evening. 3. Herbarium plant specimen collection To the right of the Children's Garden is the Herbarium, a white circular building. It houses over 1.2 million plant specimens, mostly from Victoria, Australia, with more than half being at least a century old. The facility also includes a small library dedicated to botanical literature. Unfortunately, visitors are not permitted inside. 4. Tropical Greenhouse Step into the tropical greenhouse and discover exotic plants from around the world.Melbourne · 39.7 km from Yarra Glen
State Library Victoria
No. 13 of Best Things to Do in Melbourne

State Library Victoria

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4.5/5
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State Library Victoria is located in the center of Melbourne, founded on the same day as the University of Melbourne in 1854, and opened to the public in 1856. It is one of the oldest public libraries in Australia. The library was designed by architect Joseph Reed and established through the efforts of then-Lieutenant Governor La Trobe and Judge Redmond Barry, among others. It was positioned from its inception as a cultural institution integrating books, art, and science. The core highlight is the La Trobe Reading Room, completed in 1913. The height and diameter of the octagonal hall both exceed 30m, the central dome skylight allows natural light to pour in, and the surrounding multi-level galleries taper inward. Overlooking the entire hall from the upper galleries is one of the most popular photo angles in Melbourne; the galleries also house a permanent exhibition themed around rare books called "The World of the Book". The collection exceeds 5 million items, ranging from books and manuscripts to maps, photographs, and newspapers. Diaries of Melbourne's founding pioneers, Captain Cook's maritime documents, and the original armor and letters of bushranger Ned Kelly are all housed here, and the armor is still on display in the library's Redmond Barry Reading Room. The lawn in front of the library is scattered with giant chessboards and statues, serving as a resting place for nearby office workers and students; inside, readers can be seen studying at their desks all year round. If you are short on time, heading straight to the La Trobe Reading Room after entering and then climbing to the top-level gallery is a classic route to experience the charm of this library.Melbourne · 39.8 km from Yarra Glen
LEGOLAND® Discovery Centre Melbourne
No. 9 of Family-friendly Attractions in Victoria

LEGOLAND® Discovery Centre Melbourne

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4.3/5
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Legoland Discovery Centre Melbourne is an indoor playground focusing on parent-child play, located in the fashion capital of Australia - Chadstone Shoppingcentre in Melbourne. The LEGO Discovery Center, built with thousands of LEGO bricks, has 15 themed areas, providing LEGO-themed rides, a 4D cinema, and a game area, bringing fresh and inspiring experiences to every visitor. Indoor Lego playground experience. △ Experience a pleasant family time △ Explore melbourne‘s most iconic landmarks △ Touch the stars in LEGO® 4D cinemaMalvern East · 36 km from Yarra Glen
Hosier Ln
No. 15 of Best Things to Do in Melbourne

Hosier Ln

6.3
4.4/5
192 reviews
Hosier Ln is a laneway in Melbourne's Central Business District famous for its street art, located between Flinders Street and Flinders Lane, with one end facing the entrance to Fed Square. Since the late 1990s, this bluestone-paved laneway has gradually become a canvas for local and international street artists. Spray paint, stencils, and installations are layered across the walls on both sides, often featuring expressions of social issues, making it one of the most popular street art lanes in Melbourne. The lane is permanently open to street artists, allowing them to create without needing a permit. As a result, the artwork changes rapidly; if you visit again after a while, the walls may feature entirely new pieces. Many visitors describe it as an open-air gallery that is constantly being re-curated, and you might even catch artists at work. This short laneway is always crowded with people taking photos, and it is a favorite spot for wedding and fashion photography. There are also various popular eateries inside the lane. To capture the walls without crowds, it is best to visit during quieter times.Melbourne · 39.8 km from Yarra Glen
Old Melbourne Gaol
No. 16 of Best Things to Do in Melbourne

Old Melbourne Gaol

6.2
4.2/5
117 reviews
Many tourists are intrigued by the history of the Old Melbourne Gaol. Victoria's oldest surviving prison, which operated from 1845 until 1924, is now one of Australia's most famous museums and attractions. Known to harbor Australia's most violent and notorious criminals, including Australian convict and folk hero Ned Kelly. With most of the original architecture untouched, a tour of the historical prison gives guests a bone-chilling experience. Check out the unique souvenirs and memorabilia at the gift shop, or take a candlelight tour of the prison at your own risk!Melbourne · 39.7 km from Yarra Glen
Helen & Joey Estate

Helen & Joey Estate

2.7
Gruyere · 6.6 km from Yarra Glen

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Melbourne Puffing Billy Steam Train + Redwood Forest + Yarra Valley & Dandenongs Ranges Day Tour [Premium Group | Hotel Transfers]
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Melbourne: MCG & Sports Venue Sightseeing Tour
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Melbourne riverside, alleys and coffee culture experience
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Featured Spa & wellness in Yarra Glen

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Admission ticket to Peninsula Hot Springs in Australia [Unlimited enjoyment of 50 bathing experiences]
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Luxury Hot Springs in Mornington Peninsula
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1-day round-trip tour to Peninsula Hot Springs from Melbourne
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Peninsula Hot Springs: Entry Ticket with Bath House
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Mornington Peninsula: Alba Thermal Springs & Spa
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Mornington Peninsula: Hot Springs and Body Clay Ritual
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Fingal: Peninsula Hot Springs Entry with Lunch Credit
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Peninsula Hot Springs: Fire, Ice, and Bathe
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Featured Day tours in Yarra Glen

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Affordable and relaxing - 1-day tour to Puffing Billy Railway and Yarra Valley & Dandenongs Ranges winery in Melbourne
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Puffing Billy Railway, chocolate tasting, wine tasting and jungle hiking tour
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Melbourne Yarra Valley & Dandenongs Ranges wine tasting + gourmet food + Healesville 1-day tour with hotel transfer
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Australia Yarra Valley & Dandenongs Ranges wine tasting half-day tour: Chandon + Yering
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Yarra Valley Full Day Grazing Tour: Gin, Wine, Pizza, Cheese
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What travellers say about Yarra Glen

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MandadadadaMay 30, 2023
5.0
Lovely place to walk past on the way to the Melbourne museum. This time of the year, there’s autumn leaves covering the walkways. There is even a small pond with some ducks in the corner. And right in front of the royal exhibition hall, there is a fountain where sometimes you will catch couples taking their wedding photos here.

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Avinash KhanapurMarch 22, 2026
4.0
I have completed summit of various tallest buildings and observatory decks. However Eureka Towers lacks the punch or experience and assuming that I was never designed from a commercial aspects. However being jn CBD, it does offer some spectacular views and photographic opportunities. But challenge always remains that Wearher should support u. The GenZ experiences like EDGE and VR are there but can be much better. Felt they are not value for money.

Melbourne Skydeck

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多多October 29, 2020
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I heard that the Chinese employees of Wilson factory said that Dandenong is good. In June 2012, a friend drove a group of three people to Dandenong. There were few cars and people, and the road was unimpeded. As soon as we entered the forest area, our breathing felt much deeper, and we felt energetic and refreshed. There were many people consuming at the mountaintop cafe, but there were still empty seats. We brought barbecue ingredients and barbecued on the lawn slightly lower than the cafe. From memory, this lawn is 6 to 8 meters wide and about 10 meters long. There are 6 barbecue tables, which are divided into two rows, with three in each row. Our barbecue actually attracted several laughing kookaburras, which are a bird unique to Australia and New Guinea. There were also several local Australians who came to taste our barbecue. After the barbecue, we cleaned up thoroughly. The environment here makes people feel very enjoyable and natural.

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蝴蝶飞了November 25, 2024
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The Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne is one of Australia's most famous botanical gardens. It is located on the banks of the Yarra River south of Melbourne's city center and covers an area of ​​about 38 hectares. The garden is famous for its beautiful natural scenery, diverse flora and tranquil environment. It is an ideal place for local residents and tourists to take a leisurely walk. Scenic features: 1. Diverse plant areas The garden has more than 8,500 species of plants, including native Australian plants and rare plants from all over the world. In particular, the Australian rainforest area and the cactus garden show completely different natural landscapes. 2. Lakes and wetlands The central lake (Ornamental Lake) is the core landscape of the garden. The lake reflects the surrounding trees and sky, providing visitors with a peaceful view. There are seats and paths by the lake, suitable for slow walking and relaxation. 3. Hiking and viewing trails There are many trails in the garden that shuttle through the trees. From the winding trails, you can enjoy the natural landscape from different angles, especially in spring and autumn, when the garden is most colorful. 4. Landscape Architecture and Sculptures There are some exquisite pavilions, stone bridges and sculptures in the garden. These buildings are harmoniously integrated with the natural environment, adding cultural and artistic atmosphere to the scenic area. 5. Bird watching and wildlife The garden is home to many kinds of birds, including black swans, parrots and ducks, making it a paradise for bird watchers. In addition, you can occasionally see traces of kangaroos or possums. 6. Seasonal landscape In spring, the garden is full of flowers, especially the rose garden area, which is fragrant; in autumn, maple trees and deciduous plants present brilliant colors of golden and crimson. Featured activities: • Moonlight Cinema During the summer, visitors can enjoy open-air movies on the lawn and experience the combination of nature and culture. • Guided tours and educational activities The botanical garden provides free or paid guided tours to help visitors better understand plants and their ecological significance. Summary The Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne is not only a place to appreciate natural beauty, but also a window to experience Australia's unique ecological environment. Whether it's a leisurely walk, a family gathering, or a photography project, this place can bring an unforgettable experience.

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lucialuoFebruary 4, 2025
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Free to visit, no, it should be called free admission. The library, which was originally supposed to be a quiet space for reading, is now full of tourists taking photos and checking in! The library is large and beautiful, an old and beautiful building that is well worth a visit!

State Library Victoria

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Anonymous userJune 9, 2026
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The legoland discovery is small, but my son still can enjoy there more than 4hours.

LEGOLAND® Discovery Centre Melbourne

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JourneyyymeMay 25, 2023
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The graffiti street is full of art. It's so cool. There might be homeless people. Overall, I like it a lot. It's a street full of art.

Hosier Ln

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小岛乱子January 29, 2026
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It feels like stepping onto a movie set, with a unique sense of time travel. Especially for movie buffs, it's a must-see when visiting Melbourne. If you're staying in the city center, it's within walking distance. A top choice for independent travelers.

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