Melina Goddard and Annie Mulkearns, the duo behind Mount Macedon Tours give us the low-down on the history of Mount Macedon and explain why it has been a drawcard for garden lovers for over 150 years. They also give the inside word on which gardens are open this spring.

An ideal escape for couples, Daylesford is a land of natural beauty, culinary masterpieces, and indulgent wellness experiences. Just 90-minutes from Melbourne, it’s a world away from the hustle and bustle of the city.

If you’re a sucker for a quaint weatherboard pub with a verandah or a heritage hotel full of character, the region has an abundance of historic haunts at which you can wet your whistle. From spooky hauntings to bushranger cameos, the Daylesford and Macedon Ranges region has plenty of pubs that have worked their way into the pages of history. Next time you visit, be sure to stop in at these pubs with a past.

As you might have heard, Daylesford was recently named the fourth most welcoming place in the world (yep, the world!) by Booking.com. We are the only Australian destination on the list. Needless to say, we were pretty chuffed to receive this accolade.

The cool winter air didn’t stop a flurry of activity in our region, with an exciting collection of businesses either newly opened or set to open soon. Here we take a look at what’s new around the region.

It’s all happening in Daylesford and the Macedon Ranges, as we continue to see a steady flow of new openings across the region - from sustainable cellar doors and gin tasting rooms, to shipping container bars, and glamourous overnight digs. Follow our journey around the region to discover what’s new and what’s happening over the coming months.

Each autumn, visitors come from far and wide to admire the Avenues of Honour within our region as they put on a striking annual show of colour. However, it’s important to take a moment to reflect on the significance of these sites.

Autumn truly is one of the best times to visit the Macedon Ranges, as the leaves put on their annual display of stunning autumn colours. The aptly named Macedon Ranges Autumn Festival celebrates this, plus much more all-month long during April, across nine colourful, historic villages.