Welcome to Alowyn Gardens. Located in the Yarra Valley’s Yarra Glen and spanning across 7 acres, this award winning landscaped garden, cafe and garden centre is a wonderful family-friendly outing with the kids.

If you visit during spring or early summer, enjoy a jaw dropping stroll under the wisteria adorned arbour. Mamma’s 6 year old audibly ooed and ahhed the entire time!

Take a deep breath and reconnect in the zen garden or travel to Versailles in the French provincial garden that is kept spectacularly manicured.

Whatever you do, make sure to take the kids to the hedge maze and see who can reach the centre first - spoiler alert… it was not Mamma.

The onsite cafe, aptly named Wisteria, boasts a stunning courtyard that shines the brightest during autumn when the Maple trees’ foliage turns a dazzling shade of amber.

The treats continue inside with mouthwatering cakes, tarts, muffins and cookies on display as well as sandwiches, pies and sausage rolls for those who prefer something a little more savoury. Mamma’s hot tip - grab a takeaway coffee before exploring the gardens and return afterwards for a scone or slice of lemon tart. YUM!

This is a beautiful place that transforms with the seasons but maintains its beauty all year round. This one is a brilliant family adventure for any time!