Australia

Day trips from Melbourne

Places you can visit in a day from Melbourne and be back by evening. Distances are in a straight line from the city centre.

Best day trips

1

Mount Dandenong
35 km from Melbourne
Scenic mountain drive with gardens, lookouts and tea rooms, good for fresh air and views.
2

Sherbrooke Forest
32 km from Melbourne
Cool temperate rainforest walks among towering mountain ash, popular for birdwatching.
3

Yarra Glen
40 km from Melbourne
Wine region with cellar doors and a historic bridge, pleasant for a relaxed tasting.
4

Healesville
52 km from Melbourne
Town with wildlife sanctuary and boutique shops, easy stop for native animals.
5

Werribee Gorge State Park
56 km from Melbourne
Rugged gorge with river crossings and climbing routes, suited for active hikers.
6

The You Yangs Regional Park
49 km from Melbourne
Open granite hills with walking trails and picnic spots, offers city views to the west.
7

Sorrento
16 km from Melbourne
Coastal village with a pier and beach, nice for a quiet seaside stroll.
8

Portsea
38 km from Melbourne
Harbour town with a lighthouse and calm bay, good for a short walk and coffee.
9

Arthurs Seat
60 km from Melbourne
Hilltop drive with panoramic bay views and a small café, ideal for a photo stop.