Top things to do in Ferntree Gully
Ferntree Gully is an family orientated otter suburb area widely popular for its locality to the Dandenong Mountains and its connectivity to the Melbourne CBD.
Here is a list of things to do, but in no particular order:
Panoramic Views of the Dandenong Mountains
If you appreciate the natural Australian environment and multiple walking tracks, including the famous 1000 steps, you’ll thoroughly enjoy the close proximity to the Dandenong Mountains.
Ferntree Gully Football Club
The footy club was actually founded way back in 1892! A club that has a long standing history of sporting celebration. Many sporting clubs share the venue, from Australian Rules Football (AFL), to cricket and soccer. If you enjoy team sports and being outdoors, this might be the place for you!
Ferntree Gully Picnic Ground
Ferntree Gully Picnic Ground is situated at the bottom of the 1000 steps. A wonderful open space for you and the family to enjoy all year round. Lots of areas to enjoy some lunch or dinner on a summer’s evening. Brings some sporting equipment or play tag, there is space for everyone.
Tim Neville Arboretum
Tim Neville Arboretum is a landscaped 11-acre public space that features some lovely walking tracks that surround a lake, beautiful plantation and seating areas.
Wholefood Merchants
This is a specialised organic, health food supermarket. You can find some of your favourite produce, personal care and sweets manufacturer in many parts of Australia and worldwide. Once you have stocked up on your shopping cart, they also have a fantastic cafe that offers health meals using the organic products in store. Did we mention, they also make a great coffee?
Ferntree Gully Quarry Reserve
A very popular public space in the heart of Ferntree Gully. Pack a picnic, a rug and some pillows and you have a match made in heaven. The scenery is absolutely beautiful all year round, no matter what the weather conditions look like.
Wally Tew Reserve
Anytime Fitness
A well sized 24/7 gymnasium offering weights, cardio equipment and a function fitness zone, this gym maintains a large member base. If you like to train and socialise, the friendly staff and great.
Ferntree Gully Hotel
First opened way back in 1866, the Ferntree Gully Hotel is a simple hotel offering a buffet restaurant, two bars and a courtyard that is great in summer, but well heated through the winter too.
Mountain Gate Shopping Centre
A boutique shopping precinct featuring cafes, restaurants, hair saloons and retail specialty stores. It’s a very popular place boasting a lot of daily activity.
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