The best things to do in Kyneton, Victoria – free guide

The best things to do in Kyneton, Victoria, include the Campapse River Walk and gin tasting at the Animus Distillery.

4 best things to do in Kyneton

Tackle the walking trails of the Black Hill Reserve.
Admire the huge, historic trees in Kyneton Botanic Gardens.
Learn about the town’s history on the 3.5km Campapse River Walk.
Go wine-tasting at Kyneton Ridge Estate and Musk Lane Wine.

Where is Kyneton, Victoria?

Kyneton, Victoria, is a small but attractive town in the Macedon Ranges. It is a charming little Calder Highway town that mixes heritage and indulgence, becoming a popular weekend break spot from Melbourne.

Things to do in Kyneton, Victoria, include a walk around the historic buildings.

You can pick up an annotated map at the Kyneton Visitor Information on High Street. The Kyneton Museum inside a former bank does the usual local history thing.

Things to do in Kyneton, Victoria: Black Hill Reserve and Kyneton Botanic Gardens

Kyneton is much better when you’re outdoors, however, with a series of delightful green spaces. The Black Hill Reserve offers the biggest range of walking trails and a big granite outcrop. The Kyneton Botanic Gardens has a more formal look, and is famous for its big old trees, 17 of which are listed by the National Trust of Australia.

You can also access the Campapse River Walk from the Kyneton Botanic Gardens. This 3.5km riverside track has plaques along the way explaining the town’s history and natural environment. There’s also a sculpture park by the Piper Street Bridge.

For boating and fishing, the Lauriston Reservoir to the south-west of the town is the best bet.

Things to do in Kyneton, Victoria: Wine-tasting

Many visitors to Kyneton, Victoria, have come for the food and drink, however. There are several Macedon Ranges wineries in the vicinity, including Kyneton Ridge Estate, Granite Hills and the Paramoor Winery.

There’s also Musk Lane Wine in the middle of the town. This urban winery makes small batch wines with grapes sourced from other vineyards.

If gin is more your thing, pay a visit to the Animus Distillery. The cellar door doubles as a cocktail lounge.

Top Kyneton accommodation choices

The best places to stay in Kyneton are:

For a solid, affordable motel: Central Highlands Motor Inn.
For a handsome 1890s villa: Isabella at Kyneton.
For a great location among the restaurants and shops: Blue Rosella on Piper.

Piper Street in Kyneton, Victoria. Photo courtesy of Visit Victoria.

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