A day out in Daylesford
Daylesford is in Victoria. Hopalong knows 4 things to do and 2 places to eat here. Prices are approximate adult prices in A$.
Top things to do in Daylesford
Lake Daylesford and the Central Springs walk
Free · Lake Daylesford · about 60 min
A lakeside loop past the town's mineral-spring pumps. Bring a bottle.
Wombat Hill Botanic Gardens
Free · Wombat Hill · about 45 min
Hilltop gardens with old trees and a lookout tower.
Daylesford Sunday Market
Free · Railway Station · about 60 min
Market at the old railway station, run by the volunteer railway.
Hepburn Mineral Springs Reserve
Free · Hepburn Springs · about 60 min
Bush walks and several mineral springs in a gully.
Free things to do in Daylesford
- Lake Daylesford and the Central Springs walk (Lake Daylesford): A lakeside loop past the town's mineral-spring pumps. Bring a bottle.
- Wombat Hill Botanic Gardens (Wombat Hill): Hilltop gardens with old trees and a lookout tower.
- Daylesford Sunday Market (Railway Station): Market at the old railway station, run by the volunteer railway.
- Hepburn Mineral Springs Reserve (Hepburn Springs): Bush walks and several mineral springs in a gully.
Where to eat
- Café breakfast or lunch on Vincent Street (Town, around A$22): Vincent Street is lined with cafés and bakeries.
- Dinner on Vincent Street (Town, around A$45): The town is known for its restaurants.
Step-free and pram-friendly ideas
- Lake Daylesford and the Central Springs walk · pram-friendly
- Wombat Hill Botanic Gardens · pram-friendly
Access information can change. Check with the venue if access is essential.
Typical weather in Daylesford
| Month | Low | High | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10°C | 25°C | 6 |
| April | 6°C | 17°C | 12 |
| July | 2°C | 9°C | 17 |
| October | 6°C | 17°C | 12 |
Approximate long-term averages, not a forecast.