Guests enjoying a Yarra Valley sunset with a glass of wine

ACTIVITIES

Beyond the Bottle

Discover the food, nature, art, gardens and experiences that make the Yarra Valley worth exploring.

YARRA VALLEY — BEYOND THE BOTTLE

The Yarra Valley is about far more than wine. From long lunches and cellar doors to gardens, galleries, walking trails and unforgettable adventures, there is something to discover in every direction.

Villa Capra is perfectly placed for exploring it all, with many of the valley's most memorable experiences only a short drive away.

Elegant restaurant interior with vineyard views at dusk

TASTE

FINE DINING

From relaxed regional dining to destination restaurants, the Yarra Valley has become one of Victoria's most rewarding food destinations.

Tramonto Kitchen and Bar Isabella's and 400 Gradi at Rochford Soumah Healesville Hotel Innocent Bystander Giant Steps Tarrawarra

THE VINEYARDS

WINERY TOURS

Leave the driving behind and explore the valley's vineyards with experienced local operators.

Wild Wombat Winery Tours Wine Compass Driven Indulgence

Couple walking beside vineyard rows with a glass of white wine

CIDER, ALE & WHISKY

The Yarra Valley's drinks culture extends well beyond wine. Discover local cideries, breweries and distilleries throughout the region.

EXPLORE CIDER, ALE & SPIRITS

WINERIES & CELLAR DOORS

With more than 60 wineries within the surrounding region, the Yarra Valley offers endless opportunities to discover cool-climate wines, beautiful cellar doors and spectacular vineyard views.

BROWSE CELLAR DOORS

LOCAL PRODUCE

FARM GATES & FARMERS MARKETS

Farmgate Produce Markets and Shops U-Pick Trails

CHEESE TASTING

Yarra Valley Dairy Coldstream Dairy

COOKING SCHOOLS

Aldente Cooking Locavore Studio

Hot air balloon drifting over misty Yarra Valley vineyards at dawn

ADVENTURE

FOR THE EXPLORERS

Dawn flights, fairways, bridle trails and open roads — for guests who like their days a little more spirited.

Golfing Horse Riding Global Ballooning Go Wild Ballooning Adrenaline Segway Tours

Aerial view of Yarra Valley vineyards and rolling hills

HIKING & CYCLING

Quiet valley roads, rail trails and forest paths thread through the hills around Yering.

WALKING & CYCLING TRAILS

SLOW DOWN

MASSAGES & DAY SPAS

Yarra Valley Massage Natskin Ripple Massage Piaf Day Spa

CULTURE

ART STUDIOS & GALLERIES

TWMA Art at Lindengate Gallery Yarra Valley Gallery Ted Secombe HGBS Healesville Fine Art Silver Mist Studio

MUSEUMS

Yarra Ranges Regional Museum

Modern Yarra Valley winery and restaurant with reflecting pool

Wisteria archway in a formal Yarra Valley garden

IN BLOOM

DISPLAY GARDENS

The Yarra Valley and surrounding ranges are home to some extraordinary gardens, from formal landscapes to lush botanical collections.

Alowyn Gardens Cloude Hill Must See Gardens — Dandenong Ranges National Park Blue Lotus Farm Coombe Yarra Valley

Kangaroo and keeper in the Yarra Valley bushland

NATIVE ANIMALS

Meet koalas, platypus and kangaroos in bushland just beyond the valley.

HEALESVILLE SANCTUARY

FORESTS, FAUNA & BEAUTIFUL SCENERY

Beyond the vineyards, the region opens into forests, mountain ranges, walking trails and some of Victoria's most beautiful natural landscapes.

NATURE & ADVENTURE

CONCERTS, FESTIVALS & EVENTS

There is always something happening throughout the Yarra Valley, from live music and festivals to seasonal celebrations and regional events.

MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR STAY

From long lunches and cellar doors to gardens, galleries and adventures, the Yarra Valley is waiting to be explored.