A group of beautiful villages very near to Melbourne form part of macedon ranges attractions. These are historic villages with a picturesque landscapes. The changing seasons bring out the different facets of the place and make it a must-visit attraction. You can enjoy the fresh air along with enjoying the cycling ride around. You can reach here by either car, bus or train.
Villages around Macedon ranges:
Gisborne: This beautiful village is situated at 45 minutes drive from Melbourne. It is a wonderful place with tree-lined streets and heritage buildings. You have the Sankey reserve to visit or the buzzing market. Any season of the year is the best time to visit. You can have the best homemade cheese from the cheese farm here which is just 20 minute drive through the forest. This is also a good place for a family to visit with a children’s playground, an aquatic center, and a fun miniature railway ride. Wine tasting is another experience here in Gisborne.
Macedon: IT is a quiet country village at the base of Macedon’s southern slopes. You can visit Centennial Park that is a lovely grassy spot with barbeque facilities. The most popular pastime here is road cycling with many challenging routes to do as a group of cycling enthusiasts. You can also take up forest hiking here. Wildlife sighting is also popular here but you must be lucky enough to encounter them. Thousands of visitors throng the Garden Lover’s fair every year. It takes about 50minutes to travel from Melbourne CBD to Macedon.
Lancefield: It gives you the feel of a pastoral working village with 18th-century type architecture. In Lancefield, you can enjoy a bike ride, play golf, or enjoy wine tasting. The landscape of the place is alluring and is a perfect place for picnics.
