Belgrave Travel Guide

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Sherbrooke Forest
Sherbrooke Forest which includes a garden
Sherbrooke Forest
Grants Picnic Area featuring bird life
Grants Picnic Area which includes bird life

Ride through the rolling Dandenong Ranges on one of Australia’s oldest operating steam trains and explore the native wilderness that surrounds this town.

Tucked into rolling hills and native forests, Belgrave is a major town in the picturesque Dandenong Ranges. The historic town is home to a collection of charming cottages and heritage attractions that date back to its settlement in the middle of the 19th century. Walk, drive or ride a quaint locomotive through the surrounding temperate rainforest and get to know some of the region’s magnificent flora and fauna.

Stroll down Main Street to discover some of Belgrave’s local treasures. You’ll find a selection of cafés serving regional and organic produce, as well as galleries, antiques stores and craft shops. Catch a new release at the Cameo Cinema, which dates back to the 1930s and has an open-air cinema at the rear. Take a seat on a bench at Belgrave Town Park to see a view over the town.

Make your way to Belgrave’s Puffing Billy Railway station to find the terminus of the historic locomotive. Puffing Billy is a heritage narrow-gauge stream train that weaves through the cool rainforests of the Dandenong Ranges and lush pastoral land to Gembrook, 24 kilometres (15 miles) away. Disembark at one of the townships, including Menzies Creek, Lakeside or Emerald, located along the railway line. You can also simply enjoy the scenic trip from the dining carriage. Spot the train chugging over a historic wooden trestle bridge from a viewing area in Belgrave’s eastern limits.

Make the most of Belgrave’s pretty parklands by bringing your walking shoes and a picnic to Belgrave Lake Park or Birdsland Reserve. Both waterways are fed by Monbulk Creek and support a stunning array of birdlife. Encounter a stunning collection of indigenous flora at the Baluk Willam Nature Conservation Reserve.

Reach Belgrave by train or car from Melbourne, which is 35 kilometres (22 miles) away. Belgrave’s main train station is situated nearby the Puffing Billy Railway station. The town’s large selection of accommodation options makes it a great place to base your adventures in the nearby Dandenong Ranges National Park, an awe-inspiring wilderness reserve amid the hills.


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Top hotels in Belgrave

Hotel Chadstone Melbourne MGallery Collection

Hotel Chadstone Melbourne MGallery Collection

5 out of 5
1341 Dandenong Road, Chadstone, VIC
The price is ₹12,916 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
₹12,916
₹14,207 total
7 Aug - 8 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (521 reviews)
"Now my favorite Melbourne hotel, best breakfast ever ☺️"

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

Hotel Chadstone Melbourne MGallery Collection
Sage Melbourne Ringwood

Sage Melbourne Ringwood

4.5 out of 5
211 Maroondah Highway, Ringwood, VIC
The price is ₹9,211 per night from 8 Aug to 9 Aug
₹9,211
₹10,132 total
8 Aug - 9 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (764 reviews)
"Spacious room with comfortable beds. Friendly helpful staff."

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2025

Sage Melbourne Ringwood
Chateau Yering Hotel

Chateau Yering Hotel

5 out of 5
42 Melba Highway, Yering, VIC
The price is ₹9,905 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
₹9,905
₹11,005 total
5 Aug - 6 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an on-site winery. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (575 reviews)
"My husband and I absolutely loved our stay at Chateau Yering Hotel which exceeded expectations. The room was large and beautiful with a huge double bath and views of the property. We sat in the Drawing Room in the afternoon and were offered Devonshire tea which was excellent. We then enjoyed a wine ..."

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

Chateau Yering Hotel
PARKROYAL Monash Melbourne

PARKROYAL Monash Melbourne

4 out of 5
872 Blackburn Road, Clayton, VIC
The price is ₹11,115 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
₹11,115
₹12,226 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (368 reviews)
"Very good staff and friendly"

Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025

PARKROYAL Monash Melbourne
ibis Melbourne Glen Waverley

ibis Melbourne Glen Waverley

3.5 out of 5
297 Springvale Road, Glen Waverley, VIC
The price is ₹6,071 per night from 8 Aug to 9 Aug
₹6,071
₹6,679 total
8 Aug - 9 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"I really liked the overall property! The location was a big plus—it's conveniently close to a mall, movie theater, and several restaurants, which made everything super accessible and enjoyable. I also appreciated that the motel offered breakfast options, which made mornings more convenient before ..."

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025

ibis Melbourne Glen Waverley
Balgownie Estate Yarra Valley

Balgownie Estate Yarra Valley

4.5 out of 5
1309 Melba Highway, Yarra Glen, VIC
The price is ₹11,115 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
₹11,115
₹12,226 total
6 Aug - 7 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Yarra Glen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"A Perfect Family Getaway at Balgownie Estate! We had a wonderful time staying at Balgownie Estate with our family. The location is peaceful and surrounded by beautiful vineyards and rolling hills — perfect for relaxing and enjoying nature. The rooms were spacious, clean, and very comfortable for ..."

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

Balgownie Estate Yarra Valley
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Other neighbourhoods around Belgrave

Richmond which includes a park and a playground

Richmond

Travellers choose Richmond for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Richmond Station or Burnley Station and check out top sights like Church Street.

Richmond
Jam Factory showing heritage elements

South Yarra

Jam Factory and Prahran Market are top sights in South Yarra, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at South Yarra Station or Hawksburn Station to see more sights in the area.

South Yarra
St Kilda which includes a coastal town, a city and a high-rise building

St Kilda

St Kilda is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Acland Street and Fitzroy Street, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Melbourne.

St Kilda
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Warburton

Unique features of Warburton include the river views and bars. Make a stop by Yarra River Walk or O'Shannassy Trail while you're exploring the area.

Warburton
Fitzroy Gardens featuring heritage architecture, a house and a garden

East Melbourne

Known for its abundant dining options and colourful gardens, there's plenty to explore in East Melbourne. Top attractions like Melbourne Cricket Ground and Collins Street are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Jolimont Station or Parliament Station to see more of the city.

East Melbourne
Fitzroy showing signage and a house

Fitzroy

Gardens, bars and museums are some highlights of Fitzroy. Make a stop by Brunswick Street or Smith Street while you're exploring.

Fitzroy


Belgrave Travel Guide