Puffing Billy Railway is proud to work with tourism businesses in our local community.
Our valued partners provide you with places to STAY, DO and EAT in conjunction with your visit to Puffing Billy Railway.
PLACES TO STAY
Alkira Eco Glamping Retreat
At Alkira Eco Glamping Retreat, guests can unwind in a unique straw bale Yurt, luxurious canvas tent or a cozy cabin designed with sustainability in mind.
LOCATION | Emerald
Cloud View Garden
Cloud View Garden offers luxury accommodation and a choice of two suites, the Cloud Retreat & Garden Retreat.
LOCATION | Menzies Creek
Emerald Ridge Bed & Breakfast
Emerald Ridge B&B is set on a 10-acre property with rural views over valleys and gardens. This is a family-friendly property with animals to pat and feed.
LOCATION | Emerald
Heavenly Holidays
Providing a selection of luxury accommodation in the Dandenong Ranges, Heavenly Holidays are dedicated to providing you with a "heavenly" experience on your next short stay in the area.
LOCATION | Sherbrooke
Hyatt Place Melbourne Caribbean Park
Hyatt Place Melbourne Caribbean Park sets a new standard of accommodation located in the south-eastern suburbs of Melbourne, a mere 20 minutes from Puffing Billy Railway.
LOCATION | Scoresby
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Glen Waverley
Relax with stylish, convenient & affordable accommodation at ibis Melbourne Glen Waverley. The hotel offers an ideal location close to Melbourne CBD, Dandenong Ranges and Yarra Valley.
LOCATION | Glen Waverley
Mural House Olinda
This unique house has touches of mid-century style. Floor-to-ceiling windows provide a stunning view of the lush garden and wildlife outside. It's the perfect place to try something new, drawing, painting, or sketching, plenty of stunning books to peruse.
LOCATION | Olinda
PARKROYAL Monash Melbourne
The hotel is anchored by modern comforts and friendly service that will make you feel at home as soon as you enter. PARKROYAL Monash Melbourne is just a 30-minute drive from Puffing Billy.
LOCATION | Clayton
PineHill Caravan Park
Lilydale Pine Hill Caravan Park is central to Victoria’s famous Yarra Valley and the Dandenong Ranges. Choose a cabin to suit, ensuite or drive thru site for your RV’s, or large rig. Powered and unpowered sites to compliment your budget.
LOCATION | Lilydale
Sage Melbourne Ringwood
Sage Melbourne Ringwood spans five floors atop the Eastland Shopping Centre and offers guests 120 modern hotel rooms, only 30 minutes from Puffing Billy.
LOCATION | Ringwood
The Sebel Melbourne Ringwood
Explore beautifully appointed rooms and apartments at the Sebel Ringwood, only 30 minutes from Puffing Billy Railway.
LOCATION | Ringwood
Yering Gorge Cottages
Yering Gorge Cottages features 13 self-contained, beautifully appointed one, two and five-bedroom cottages. All cottages include separate living and bedroom areas, and guests can relax on their wide balcony watching the kangaroos graze, whilst enjoying a glass of local Yarra Valley wine.
LOCATION | Yering (Yarra Valley)
WHERE TO EAT
Bam Bam Italian
A modern locally owned Italian family-friendly bistro, Bam Bam Italian celebrates the Italian spirit of ‘family first’.
LOCATION | Avonsleigh
Cognoscenti Food & Wine
A cosy neighbourhood restaurant nestled in the heart of the Dandenong Ranges, located next door to the historic Cameo Cinema and 5 minutes' walk from Puffing Billy's Belgrave station.
LOCATION | Belgrave
The General Food Store
The General Food Store welcomes customers to beautiful Emerald with their famous friendly service and a delicious, dietary friendly menu.
LOCATION | Emerald
Incy Wincy
Hill's favourite Incy Wincy is known for its super friendly service, fantastic dietary friendly food, and drinks.
LOCATION | Emerald
The Independent Gembrook
A heritage-listed building across the road from Gembrook station is the setting for chef-patron Mauro Callegari’s modern Argentinian cuisine.
LOCATION | Gembrook
Micawber Tavern
Set on the edge of the majestic Sherbrooke Forest, the Micawber Tavern is the perfect destination for lunch and dinner throughout the year.
LOCATION | Belgrave
Paradise Valley Hotel
Be seated on the enclosed bistro deck, where we boast an immaculate view of the historic steam train as it passes by.
LOCATION | Clematis
THINGS TO DO
Avoca Park Equestrian
Donkeys, horses and ponies galore.... Come and experience their magnificence at beautiful Avoca Park.
LOCATION | Macclesfield
Blue Lotus Water Garden
The Blue Lotus Water Garden is one of Australia's premier seasonal gardens. Visitors will get to experience one of the world’s most magnificent displays of spectacular lotus flowers and many other exotic blooms. The Water Garden is open from late December to Easter.
LOCATION | Yarra Junction
Chelsea Australian Garden
A previous winner of the Royal Horticultural Society’s (RHS) Chelsea Flower Show in London, the re-creation of the garden is now on permanent display at the
Dandenong Ranges Botanic Garden.
LOCATION | Olinda
COG Bikes Australia
Hire a bike from COG Bikes Australia's bike hire hub at Puffing Billy's Lakeside Station!
LOCATION | Lakeside station, Emerald
Emma Jennings Gallery
Emma Jennings Gallery is an exciting addition to beautiful Olinda Village in the heart of the Dandenong Ranges.
LOCATION | Olinda
Global Ballooning Australia
Experience a birds-eye view of the bustling Melbourne CBD or the picturesque Yarra Valley with a sunrise hot air balloon flight.
LOCATION | Yarra Valley and Melbourne CBD
Killik Handcrafted Rum & Gininfinity
Killik Handcrafted Rum & Ginfinity are a pair of unique craft distilleries, one focused on funky HOGO rum and the other on unique craft gins.
LOCATION | Belgrave
Lakeside Paddleboats
Lakeside Paddleboats are located within the picturesque Emerald Lake Park and operate on the safe waters of Emerald Lake (also known as Lake Treganowan).
LOCATION | Emerald Lake Park
The Orchard at Montague
Unlike any of the apple orchards in Victoria, the Orchard at Montague provides a memorable and fun experience with family and friends just 35 kilometres from Melbourne.
LOCATION | Narre Warren North
Selby Community House
Community House in Selby offering a range of community exhibitions including ArtSpace and the annual SelbyFest.
LOCATION | Selby
Tall Trees Studio
Tall Trees Studio is in the heart of Olinda Village and is both Gallery and working Studio for Goldsmith Helene Campbell.
LOCATION | Olinda
Treetops Adventure Belgrave
Victoria’s first tree ropes course, Treetops Adventure Belgrave has been running for over 12 years and is located just 500 metres from our Belgrave station.
LOCATION | Belgrave
Warratina Lavender Farm
Enjoy the tranquil surroundings of this family run 5-acre lavender farm, an hour’s drive from Melbourne at the foothills of the Dandenong Ranges, in the beautiful Yarra Valley.
LOCATION | Wandin North
Where the Wilde Things Are
Where The Wilde Things Are is a store like no other, where you will find the most beautiful & unique handmade treasures & accessories from near & far, sourced sustainably from both global and local travels.
LOCATION | Olinda
Our region | Yarra Valley & Dandenong Ranges
Less than an hour from Melbourne, the Yarra Valley & Dandenong Ranges is a life experience away, quality local food and wine, breathtaking scenery, romantic hideaways and indulgent adventures.
Eastern Dandenong Ranges
The Eastern Dandenong Ranges is the perfect destination to stay, explore, and to create your own story. Family fun & picnics, scenic drives, amazing local cuisine, boutique wineries, unique quaint village shops and a local market on most weekends.