Top Things to do in Yarra Valley
The 9 Best Farms in Yarra Valley, Victoria
Discover the best top things to do in Yarra Valley, Australia including Jay Berries, Fairview Hill, Yarra Valley Gateway Estate, Rayner's Orchard, The Big Bouquet, Cherryhill Orchards, Lemmon Outdoor Centre, Yarra Valley Cherries, Gulf Station.
Restaurants in Yarra Valley
1. Jay Berries
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By 76jmw - Sydney, Australia
We had a great time picking blueberries, strawberries and some veggies at the farm. Unfortunately at the time we were there the raspberries and blackberries were not ready to pick, so multiple visits at particular times of year would be good. We found their seasonal update pretty accurate. One thing that we found a little surprising was that we were each charged $5 to go and pick. This made sense later, as the charge per kg everything was very reasonable and of course there’s a little bit of tasting as you go. While they’re not organic, they apparently don’t use sprays and are aiming to be certified one day. One other thing to mention is that the toilet facilities are fairly rustic - not something that bothered us but might for some visitors If you’re looking for a picking experience on a farm in the Yarra Valley this is well worth the trip.
2. Fairview Hill
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By ET3121 - Greater Melbourne, Australia
Until coronavirus this was an excellent spot to pick fruit.. you can still visit to buy produce from their excellent farm Gate
3. Yarra Valley Gateway Estate
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 24 reviews
Our family-run gourmet farmgate & cafe is open 7 days a week. Pick your own strawberries all year round in our indoor temperature controlled greenhouse, and grab a basket full of locally grown fruit and veg, sample our homemade jams and relishes, treat yourselves to some gourmet cheeses, beef from our own Angus herd, a great selection of charcuterie and small goods, fresh pasta, fresh breads, all locally sourced. Enjoy a coffee and bite to eat in our cafe knowing that everything on the menu has the lowest possible food miles - it's all sustainable and fresh.
Reviewed By danielledQ2243GS
A wonderful array of Yarra Valley local produce amongst some other goodies. Own little Bee Hive in store very interesting to see and very creative. Strawberry picking and capsicum green house WOW. Great stop.
4. Rayner's Orchard
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 106 reviews
Rayner's Orchard is a boutique orchard that grows over 450 varieties of fruit located in Melbourne's Yarra Valley. Open 9am to 4pm, 7 days per week (closed Christmas Day) Take a guided orchard tractor fruit tasting tour with farmer Len Rayner around the environmentally sustainable orchard, and compare the fantastic flavours of up to 8 varieties of fresh tree ripened fruit. If you wish you can pick your own fruit have a drive of the Cherry picker, to get a bird's eye view of the farm! The Peach Cafe serves drinks, snacks and lunches year round – BBQ lunch deal available for groups of 10 or more. Our shop has a large range of homemade fruit and fruit products. Fruit Bottling Workshops are also run daily learn how to bottle your own fruit the traditional way and take home some bottled fruit that you prepared and cooked yourself (booking required) A function room is available for hire and catering can be provided for events
Reviewed By FJBuchanan
Rayner's Orchard is a little off the main road, but this unique attraction is well worth the detour. We visited from interstate, and by arriving relatively early in the day received wonderful one-to-one attention. We loved the tractor ride, and certainly filled ourselves with fruit. Visitors can also pick-your-own bags while on the tractor ride. The guide was informative and welcoming. Enjoyed a fresh-out-of-the-oven chicken pie for lunch - yummy. The shop is refreshingly understated, with an emphasis on Rayner's own and other local produce, and only a small amount of buy-anywhere souvenirs. Thanks for a great time.
5. The Big Bouquet
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 33 reviews
Modern, working gerbera farm and alpaca stud. Experience 60,000 gerberas in full bloom every day of the year. Glasshouse and alpaca farm tours daily, fee applies. Cafe serving light lunches, Devonshire Teas and local foods. Gerbera plants and flowers for sale. Picnic facilities, playground. Alpaca shop with extensive range of alpaca products. Full wheelchair access. Coaches welcome by appointment.
6. Cherryhill Orchards
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 39 reviews
CherryHill Orchards is a 3rd generation family orchard with a passion for growing the world’s greatest cherries. Our story began in 1940 when our grandfather, George Riseborough, planted his first cherry trees in Victoria’s fertile Yarra Valley. Over 75 years later, our family still proudly carries on this cherry growing tradition with diligence and passion to produce Australia’s finest cherries. Today, their Yarra Valley orchard has grown to be one of Australia’s most loved cherry-picking destinations. With over 13,000 cherry trees, a cherry café serving their famous cherry ice-cream, picnic facilities and breathtaking views, it’s the perfect day trip for family, friends and larger groups. CherryHill Orchards is conveniently located just one hour’s drive from Melbourne in the beautiful facilities and multi-lingual staff make them the orchard of choice for international visitors.
Reviewed By Little-old-me
Not many outings for several hours of enjoyment and only $35 for family. We arrived and met up with another family of friends, popped on the bus and went on the short drive around the orchard to the current pick site. There were heaps of cherries, easy to pick even for short kids, absolutely massive, meaty and tasty. Delicious. All you can eat (whilst on-site) is included in the entry fee. It was a little awkward carrying around our picnic blanket and esky whilst picking, so instead left them with staff at bus pickup/dropoff spot in orchard. Then went back to the main area for a picnic (we took a blanket, but there were quite a few picnic tables too). There was also three food trucks offering 1) pizza ($10-12), 2) Caribbean food like jerk chicken (around $14) and hot chips ($5) and 3) a vietnamese van with Bahn Mi ($8.50), spring rolls (6 for $10), rice paper rolls etc. The cherry farm cafe also sold three types of sorbet/icecream ($5) and cherry drinks etc. Being a weekend, there was also live music - a guy and his guitar - very pleasant, added to atmosphere. Nice views.... A tractor for kids to climb on, and some lawn games... Face painting was free. There were lots of portable toilets that seemed pretty clean and had hand-wash facilities. Parking was good - large area and staffed. Overall, we stayed around 3 hours, but it would have been less without another family to chat to and our kids to play with.
7. Lemmon Outdoor Centre
We are much more than a lemon farm, we are also an outdoor centre with lots of romantic & fun activities, that is why we called ourselves Lemmon Outdoor Centre (double-m). Our mission is back to nature & down to earth, less workshop & more fun-shop. We promote our 4 core values of Love, Natural, Responsibility and Positive.
8. Yarra Valley Cherries
Yarra Valley Cherries is an Australian owned boutique premium cherry grower. Visit us at our Farmgate sales shop located at 585 Victoria Rd, Seville. We have 500g punnets, 2kg and 5kg boxes of cherries for sale. All our fruit is picked, graded and packed on our orchard in Yarra Valley which ensures its freshness. Our cherry season has ended for 2020/2021. Farmgate sales and online orders have closed.
9. Gulf Station
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1 reviews
