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Suburb of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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Belgrave is a suburb in Yarra Valley, 35 km east of Melbourne.
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A unique and ecologically valuable example of a sub-tropical rain forest. The flora and fauna are broad and varied; the forest of great white Victorian mountain ash and giant tree ferns. If you walk quietly, especially around dawn you may hear, and even glimpse, the male Lyrebird's dance. Be sure to include Sherbrooke Falls on your walk through this tranquil forest.
The pool playground
Walking track and playground. Children love the playground.
Nice park, has a playground.
A pretty art gallery. It has some amazing local art.
A pretty track around the lake with many birds to see.
A beautiful scenic walk up lots of stairs! There's a playground at the bottom.
Puffing Billy historic steam train commences its journey from Belgrave. The train station follows on from the suburban train line. It is beautiful, especially going through the forest. For over 100 years, it was traditional for passengers to sit on the edges of the carriage windows with their legs dangling outside, but this was banned in 2018 due to safety concerns.
Trees Tops Adventure
Beautiful tree climb, with ziplines and climbing courses all high up in the trees. There are lower courses for young children and scared adults.
Belgrave Pool
Outdoor pool, friendly atmosphere and great for families. Has a heated baby pool. Playground just outside the pool gates.
Local cinemas in an attractive art deco era building. During summer there are also outdoor cinema sessions.
Big Dreams
Where local businesses sell their products. It has many stalls with food, clothing, handmade jewellery, fresh produce, arts and crafts and whatever else people from the area want to sell. Has a very large range of vegan and vegetarian stalls. This market is an important part of both Belgrave and the hills.
Held along the main street every year, usually on the Saturday closest to the winter solstice (late June). People are encouraged to make lanterns and bring them to where a procession is then held to light up the night sky.
Babaji's
Offers delicious samosas and a large range of Indian food. Has a vegan menu.
Suitable for families, well-priced.
A small pizza place that also sells ice cream.
The Sushi Shop
Offers sushi, rice dishes and other Japanese dishes. Has a vegan menu.
The Tavern
Cosy pub with a vegan menu, child-friendly during the day
Offers a large menu with ice cream and gelato. Vegan menu.
Chinese takeaway restaurant.
Thai restaurant, has a vegan menu.
Late-night food, all you can eat, cosy.
India Gate
Nice dinner restaurant, pretty inside, vegan options available.
Big vegan menu.
The Tavern
Cosy pub with a vegan menu, child-friendly during the day
Restaurant, cosy warm atmosphere, well-priced.
Earthly Pleasures
Beautiful cafe, it's an important part of the hills, big vegan menu, child-friendly, big garden and outdoor seating area.
The puffing billy inspired cafe.
Child-friendly bakery and burger cafe. Has a play area. Vegan menu.
Cafe has coffee, cakes, lunch, brunch and dinner on some days.
German cafe, good for breakfast and lunch, nice milkshakes, bread and cakes.
Has nice cakes and hot drinks, has vegan options.
Free WiFi, free parking, outdoor pool, air-conditioned, child-friendly.
Free Breakfast, air conditioning, WiFi and parking.
Free parking, air conditioning, breakfast, kitchen in rooms.
Free wifi, free breakfast, free parking, air-conditioned.
Unique local handmade crafts, vintage clothing and other vintage items.
Interesting clothing and artistic store. Very colourful and bright.
The Book Barn
Great book and art supply store.
Eclectic second-hand book store with friendly staff.
Has lots of types of salt and pepper.
A nail parlour with friendly staff and is fairly priced.
By car
Renting a car can be useful, consider using Car Next Door (many people rent their used cars out around the Dandenong Ranges).
By bike
Bike rental is possible but only from a bike store in Monbulk (Cog Bikes Australia).
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