Cranbourne Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A vast, open landscape with a long, straight path leading through a field of circular mounds under a partly cloudy sky.
A landscaped garden with red soil, yellow flowers, and green shrubs.
A landscaped garden with red soil, green plants, and circular patches of vegetation.
A landscaped garden with red soil, green shrubs, and yellow flowers.
A calm river with boats, a stone bridge, and surrounding greenery.

Stay near popular Cranbourne attractions

Royal Botanic Gardens Cranbourne

Explore the great outdoors at Royal Botanic Gardens Cranbourne, a lovely green space in Melbourne. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.
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Activities

Phillip Island Penguins & Wildlife Day Tour from Melbourne

Phillip Island Penguins & Wildlife Day Tour from Melbourne

AU$155
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Phillip Island Penguins & Wildlife Day Tour from Melbourne
Luxury Phillip Island Tour for Families & Explorers [up to 10Pax]

Phillip Island Penguin Parade & Wildlife Tour – Max 11

AU$205
per adult
Phillip Island Penguin Parade & Wildlife Tour – Max 11
Full-Day Private Australian Wildlife Tour of Phillip Island

Full-Day Private Australian Wildlife Tour of Phillip Island

AU$1,100
per adult
Full-Day Private Australian Wildlife Tour of Phillip Island
SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium Tickets

SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium Tickets

AU$53
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium Tickets
From Melbourne: Great Ocean Road, 12 Apostles, Wildlife Tour

From Melbourne: Great Ocean Road, 12 Apostles, Wildlife Tour

AU$132
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
From Melbourne: Great Ocean Road, 12 Apostles, Wildlife Tour
Melbourne: Great Ocean Road Day Tour with Bilingual Driver

Great Ocean Road Classic Tour 10 Stops&London Bridge Sunset

AU$79
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Great Ocean Road Classic Tour 10 Stops&London Bridge Sunset
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Our pick of the best Cranbourne Hotel Deals

The Terrace at The Settlement

The Terrace at The Settlement

4 out of 5
Cnr South Gippsland Hwy & Camms Rd Cranbourne VIC
The price is AU$157 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
AU$157
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (516 reviews)
"Great place 👌 well worth the experience 👍"

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2026

The Terrace at The Settlement
Sage Melbourne Ringwood

Sage Melbourne Ringwood

4.5 out of 5
211 Maroondah Highway Ringwood VIC
The price is AU$162 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
AU$162
28 Oct - 29 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (923 reviews)
"One of best overnight stays we have had. Very comfortable, and staff very friendly and helpful"

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2026

Sage Melbourne Ringwood
Hyatt Place Melbourne, Caribbean Park

Hyatt Place Melbourne, Caribbean Park

4 out of 5
38 DALMORE DRIVE Scoresby VIC
The price is AU$200 per night from 23 Oct to 24 Oct
AU$200
23 Oct - 24 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Hyatt Place Melbourne, Caribbean Park
ibis Melbourne Glen Waverley

ibis Melbourne Glen Waverley

3.5 out of 5
297 Springvale Road Glen Waverley VIC
The price is AU$113 per night from 16 Oct to 17 Oct
AU$113
16 Oct - 17 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
ibis Melbourne Glen Waverley
Atura Dandenong

Atura Dandenong

4.5 out of 5
5-17 Doveton Avenue Eumemmerring VIC
The price is AU$149 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
AU$149
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Dandenong Plaza and Drum Theatre are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (870 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2026

Atura Dandenong
Hotel Chadstone Melbourne MGallery Collection

Hotel Chadstone Melbourne MGallery Collection

5 out of 5
1341 Dandenong Road Chadstone VIC
The price is AU$253 per night from 12 Nov to 13 Nov
AU$253
12 Nov - 13 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 5 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
Hotel Chadstone Melbourne MGallery Collection
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Our guide on where to stay in Cranbourne

Find the best Cranbourne areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Cranbourne
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A city skyline with a prominent cathedral, modern skyscrapers, and a bridge over a reflective river.

Melbourne Central Business District

Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Melbourne Central Business District. Check out top attractions like Melbourne Central and Queen Victoria Market, and jump on the metro at Melbourne Central Station or Flagstaff Station to see more of the city.

A modern cityscape with a river, a bridge, and several high-rise buildings.

Southbank

Are you interested in stunning river views, first-class casinos and popular shops? A visit to Southbank might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Crown Casino and Melbourne Recital Centre.

A marina with boats docked, a city skyline with tall buildings, and the sun setting in the background.

Docklands

Travellers come to Docklands for its waterfront views, and you can see top attractions like Marvel Stadium and Melbourne City Marina while you're in town.

A pier extending into calm waters with a sunset in the background.

Sorrento

Sorrento is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Sorrento Front Beach and Searoad Ferry Terminal.

An aerial view of a coastal area with a beach, dense vegetation, and scattered buildings.

Rye

Beaches, spas and hot springs are just a few things travellers enjoy about Rye. Check out Rye Beach or The Dunes Golf Links while you're exploring the area.

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