By JODIE SYMONDS
Main Street …
Take your time as you visit the many clothing, giftware and candle shops in the Main Street of Healesville.
This busy town has a wide range of exciting and delicious cafes and restaurants throughout the main street that are sure to satisfy your tastebuds.
Whether you’re planning on visiting local wineries, having a pie at a local bakery, or enjoying a hot coffee in one of Healesville’s cafes, you won’t be disappointed.
Healesville Sanctuary …
What better way to explore Australia’s native animals than at the Healesville Sanctuary?
As you make your way through the stunning bushland, you will find kangaroos, koalas and dingoes.
Visit the Australian Wildlife Health Centre to see the vets and vet nurses treat and take care of injured animals.
There are so many things the whole family can enjoy including becoming a vet for a day, meeting the keepers of the animals, or enjoy some delicious food at one of their two cafes.
Wineries …
Visit some of Healesville’s finest vineyards for the ultimate wine and dine experience.
Embrace the locally sourced produce, accompanied by your exquisitely tasting wine.
With over 70 wineries around the Yarra Valley, you will be sure to find one that suits your liking.
Yarra Valley Tourist Railway …
Just a two-minute drive out of the main street leads you to the Yarra Valley Tourist Railway.
This heritage-listed historic railway travels from Healesville Station to Tarrawarra Winery on the Railmotor RM22 daily.
The yearly Healesville Heritage Festival located at the Healesville Railway will be on 17-18 October.
The festival encompasses some of Healesville’s historic crafts and trades, steamrollers, trucks and buses.
Music Culture …
The musical culture in Healesville allows local musicians showcase their work to the public.
Cafes and bars around town showcase local musicians and embrace their musical culture.
This season will also bring you the Healesville Music Festival on 13-15 November.
The festival, now in its sixth year, is run by volunteers who want to embrace the diversity of music culture in the town.
