Things to do in Olinda

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Things to Do in Olinda

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Dandenong Ranges Botanic Garden, Cloudehill Nursery and Gardens, Gardens, Parks.
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Discover serene landscapes and a cool-climate collection of 15,000 plants in the tranquil Dandenong Ranges. Enjoy scenic walks, autumn foliage, native wildlife, and the esteemed Chelsea Garden.
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  • Frances R
    36 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Loved the Chelsea garden replica at the Dandenong botanical Gardens. Only 2 years old, lovely for a gentle stroll for garden lovers
    Written 7 June 2024
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  • K72
    Melbourne, Australia3,082 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Lovely garden in Olinda. Cost $12.50 to get in which was a bit steep for what it is.
    Went on a rainy Sunday in autumn. Gardens are pretty and sprawling.
    Would be a nice wedding/ event venue.
    Lots of parking available. cafe/ restaurant onsite. Small gift shop/ nursery.
    Written 10 June 2024
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  • Mark Y
    Philippines8 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Passed by on the way to Phillip Island, so happy to find a place like this with all those red pine trees, they were mesmerizing! Though it's not that popular it's very much worth the drive to Dandenong Ranges, my kid and even her grandma had a great time! 😍
    Written 26 May 2023
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  • Traveller
    Melbourne, Australia17,413 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    My wife and I visited this Garden during our holiday in Mount Dandenong where we stayed for two nights in a holiday cottage.

    We had already been to the other more popular gardens in Mount Dandenong during our previous holiday last year.

    During our visit in this Garden, we were the only visitors, as it was mid week off peak season.

    We enjoyed walking across the entire garden and liked the fact that there were no other visitors.
    Written 20 October 2023
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  • Traveller
    Melbourne, Australia17,413 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    My wife and I visited this place during our recent holiday in Mount Dandenong, where we stayed for two nights in a Holiday Cottage.

    The waterfall is very mediocre compared to many other places that we have been to. We would not recommend this place.
    Written 23 February 2024
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  • tittle tipsom
    1 contribution
    1.0 of 5 bubbles
    i brought my 10 year old toddler son here and a 40 year old man startted flirting with him💔 and then as he got on a slide it broke snd he fell and had a concussion. i gave him an ice pack, he continued to play on the swings when the chain suddenly snapped and he went flying and crashed into an old woman.
    Written 28 June 2022
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  • TheNard
    Bradford-on-Avon, UK246 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Just a brief stop in Olinda in March 2016 but discovered this fabulous shop with some gorgeous wood. I'd love to return with an open cheque book. Worth a visit and some nice small wooden gifts available that are inexpensive and easy to pack
    Written 25 March 2016
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  • Shweta L
    Melbourne, Australia2,227 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    I had a 2 hour hot stone massage with Tess & it was very relaxing. Tess was friendly & welcoming & very accommodating to my needs. Loved the touch of water & hot tea both before & after your massage. Would recommend & will revisit again.
    Written 26 February 2024
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