The Mineral Spa: A destination day spa in the heart of Victoria’s spa country – is an idyllic restorative haven and renowned as one of the most acclaimed and awarded natural mineral spas in Australia.
Wombat Hill Botanic Gardens: Located at the top of Wombat Hill in the centre of Daylesford is the historic Wombat Hill Botanic Gardens. Take the scenic drive around the gardens and then stop for a while to explore. Climb the 77 stairs to the top of the Memorial Tower for views across the town. Whilst here you can explore the many areas throughout the gardens including the fernery, rotunda and begonia house. Allow time to take a break for a coffee at the café hidden amongst the plants.
The Amazing Mill Markets: At The Amazing Mill Markets you will find a selection of vintage clothes, vintage furniture, collectables, antiques, memorabilia, home decor, fine china, art, glass, coins, jewellery, books and records to name a few things.
The Chocolate Mill: To this day The Chocolate Mill maintains it's commitment to a high standard. Importing the finest Belgian Fair Trade chocolate and continuing to make amazing fillings using only the best quality ingredients. Chocolate lovers far and wide continue to return again and again.
Hepburn Springs Mineral Reserve: Take some time out to rejuvenate and ‘take the waters’, or explore one of the many walking trails that are found throughout the reserve. Have a wander along the creek to each mineral spring and taste the famous mineral water from the pumps or free-flowing pipes from Australia’s first mineral reserve, created in 1865. Visitors can sample water from the Soda, Sulphur, Locano, Wyuna and (a couple of kilometres’ walk away) Argyle springs.
Convent Gallery: Nestled on the crest of Wombat Hill Botanical Gardens, over-looking Daylesford, The Convent boasts expansive views of the countryside and township below. A feast for the senses, the gallery is more than a three level haven of fine art in an historic 19th century mansion.
Trentham Waterfalls and Walking Trails: Beautiful Trentham Fal ls is one of the longest single drop waterfalls in Victoria, plunging some 32 metres over basalt columns.Surrounded by lush bushland, the moss-covered falls are located in the Coliban River Scenic Reserve, which protects original vegetation including manna gum, messmate, narrow-leaved peppermint and spring wildflowers.
Attwoods Wines: Specialising in cool climate Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, our footprint covers Ballarat, Macedon Ranges and Geelong. Passionate grape growers and wine makers, we’re striving for true cool climate wines reflective of vintage and terroir. Come visit us at our winemaking home and award winning cellar door in Glenlyon, near Daylesford.
