Welcome to the Macedon Ranges

Less than one hour from Melbourne, we know you will enjoy discovering the fabulous places in the Macedon Ranges including world-renowned Hanging Rock.

Enjoy the Macedon Ranges

  • Macedon in Autumn
  • Mount Macedon Cross
  • Views From Mount Macedon

Brochure & Map

We are very excited to announce the 2024 tour map and brochure is now online. The brochure includes local business and services, ideal for anyone coming to the beautiful Macedon Ranges and Hanging Rock. ... [Continue Reading]

Historical Society Inc.

Research the local history collection at Gisborne Court House in person, by mail or email. Fees apply. The Gisborne & Mount Macedon Districts Historical Society’s collection, covers the ... [Continue Reading]

Visitor Information Centres

The Macedon Ranges Visitor Information Centres are located in Woodend and Kyneton, and can assist with all visitor enquiries including events, accommodation and attractions. The friendly staff will ... [Continue Reading]

Its a Long Way To the Top

With glorious views, the Cross commemorates those who gave their lives in the 1914 – 1918 war. The Cross is 21m in height and 1001m above sea level, the original structure was unveiled in 1935, but due to storm ... [Continue Reading]

Macedon Ranges

Hanging Rock

Hanging Rock in the heart of the Macedon Ranges - less than an hour’s drive from Melbourne. Made famous in Joan Lindsay’s novel, Picnic at Hanging Rock, and Peter Weir’s film of the same title, ‘The Rock’ is home to numerous events throughout the year and is an icon for visitors and locals ... [Continue Reading]

Honour Avenue, Macedon

Regarded as the world's most scenic road in Autumn, Honour Avenue, Macedon is visited by thousands every year. Honour Avenue, Macedon has 154 Pin Oaks creating an arch of leaves from late March to late April each year. Centennial Park located at the end of Honour Avenue, is a popular ... [Continue Reading]

Anti-Gravity Hill

Anti-Gravity Hill in Woodend is one of our best kept secrets and most unusual and baffling places,. Standing near the bottom of a hill facing up hill, if you tip water onto the road it flows 'up' the hill not downhill as gravity would normally do. Place a ball on the road and the same thing ... [Continue Reading]

Mount Macedon Memorial Cross

With glorious views, the Cross commemorates those who gave their lives in the 1914 – 1918 war. The Cross is 21m in height and 1001m above sea level, the original structure was unveiled in 1935, but due to storm and fire damage, it was replaced in 1995. At the summit of Mount Macedon is the ... [Continue Reading]