8 days in Healesville Itinerary

Healesville's population of over 6,500 thrives on horticulture, tourism, and viticulture (the study of grapes).

Get out of town with these interesting Healesville side-trips: Dandenong Ranges National Park (in Melbourne), The Nobbies Centre (in Summerlands) and Cowes (Koala Conservation Centre, A Maze'N Things, &more). There's still lots to do: get to know the resident critters at Healesville Sanctuary, awaken your taste buds at some of the top wineries in the area, stroll around Maroondah Reservoir Park, and sample the fine beverages at Four Pillars Distillery.

For where to stay, other places to visit, ratings, and tourist information, use the Healesville tour planner.

Expect a daytime high around 20°C in May, and nighttime lows around 6°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 23rd (Sat) early enough to travel back home.