Woodend Travel Guide

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Built in 1864, St Mary’s Anglican Church is one of the original buildings in the historic township - Woodend, Victoria, Australia
Built in 1864, St Mary’s Anglican Church is one of the original buildings in the historic township - Woodend, Victoria, Australia
Rising fog in a sunny wintry morning - Woodend, Victoria, Australia
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Hanging Rock, Victoria was made famous in Peter Weir's 1975 fictional feature film "Picnic at Hanging Rock" (see http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x05QuAhpq6o ). This is one of the scenic views from the summit of this volcanic outcrop. Hanging Rock is also famous for its country horse racing (on New Year's Day and Australia/Invasion/Survival Day (26th January). Nowadays in summer, it is also a venue for big name outdoor rock concerts.

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Duck Tree Lodge - Bush Retreat, Macedon Ranges

Duck Tree Lodge - Bush Retreat, Macedon Ranges

Woodend VIC
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Woodend. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Woodend Children's Park and Woodend ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (61 reviews)
We attended a family wedding in Woodend. Location was perfect. Close to everything we needed. 2 bathrooms made it easy for 4 adults to get ready. And our dog loved playing and running around the fenced backyard.

Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025

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Duck Tree Lodge - Bush Retreat, Macedon Ranges
Hepburn at Hepburn

Hepburn at Hepburn

5 out of 5
2 - 8 Range Road Hepburn Springs VIC
The price is AU$289 per night from 10 Mar to 11 Mar
AU$289
10 Mar - 11 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Hepburn Springs. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Hepburn Bathhouse & Spa and Hepburn ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (340 reviews)
The serenity. Adults only. Room was delicious & clean. Very romantic. Staff were excellent. Bed was extremely comfortable Great big spa. Separate rain shower. Private views. Outside private balcony. Extra special treats.,

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

Hepburn at Hepburn
The Royal Daylesford Hotel

The Royal Daylesford Hotel

3.5 out of 5
27 Vincent St Daylesford VIC
The price is AU$156 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
AU$156
23 Mar - 24 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Daylesford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (380 reviews)
Really good venue in town

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

The Royal Daylesford Hotel
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Duck Tree Lodge - Bush Retreat, Macedon Ranges

Duck Tree Lodge - Bush Retreat, Macedon Ranges

Woodend VIC
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Woodend. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Woodend Children's Park and Woodend ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (61 reviews)
We attended a family wedding in Woodend. Location was perfect. Close to everything we needed. 2 bathrooms made it easy for 4 adults to get ready. And our dog loved playing and running around the fenced backyard.

Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025

Duck Tree Lodge - Bush Retreat, Macedon Ranges
Hepburn Bathhouse & Spa Villas

Hepburn Bathhouse & Spa Villas

4 out of 5
3 Forest Avenue Hepburn Springs VIC
Stay at this spa holiday home in Hepburn Springs. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Hepburn Bathhouse & Spa and Hepburn ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (102 reviews)
Very well setup

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Hepburn Bathhouse & Spa Villas
The Cottages at Hepburn Springs

The Cottages at Hepburn Springs

4 out of 5
5-7 Forest Ave, Hepburn Springs Hepburn Springs VIC
Stay at this cottage in Hepburn Springs. Enjoy free parking, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Hepburn Mineral Springs Reserve and Hepburn ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (103 reviews)
This is the most terrible place to stay. No deep clean undertaken in ann extremely long time. Only surface clean. Cottage smelt of old fat and cooking. The bbq was unusable it was that disgusting. There was cat pee still smelling near the bed. The only good thing was the linen was clean. The owner ...

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

The Cottages at Hepburn Springs
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Woodend Community Centre

Woodend Community Centre is just one of the places to see in Woodend, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's waterfalls and mountain views.

Woodend Community Centre

Woodend Children's Park

Explore the great outdoors at Woodend Children's Park, a lovely green space in Woodend. Discover the area's waterfalls and spas.

Woodend Children's Park

Woodend Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Woodend at Woodend Golf Club. Discover the area's waterfalls and mountain views.

Woodend Golf Club

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Cities near Woodend

Hanging Rock formation in Victoria, Australia.

Gisborne

Mount Macedon memorial cross. A lovely spot for a family picnic. Easy access. Has a cafe nearby. Great views of surrounding countryside.

Macedon

Daylesford and the Macedon Ranges showing a small town or village and heritage elements

Tylden

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