Overview
Daylesford draws visitors seeking relaxation and wellness, offering Australia's highest concentration of natural mineral springs. The town combines spa culture with excellent regional food and wine, art galleries, and a proud history as the rainbow capital of regional Victoria with strong LGBTQIA+ community support.
Budget Travel · Day Trips · Festivals · Nature
Before you go
Culture
Daylesford has a strong LGBTQIA+ community and is known as the rainbow capital of regional Victoria.
Money
Australian Dollars (AUD) accepted everywhere. Credit cards widely accepted. ATMs available in town centre.
Spa
Book spa treatments in advance, especially weekends. Most bathhouses offer day passes and multi-hour packages.
Transport
V/Line coaches connect Daylesford to Melbourne. Town centre is walkable; regional sights require private transport.
Water
Mineral spring water taps throughout town provide free tasting water. Note that water is essentially untreated.
