Nestled on the Coliban River and only one hour’s drive from Melbourne up the Calder Freeway or via Vline train service to the beautiful bluestone Malmsbury Railway Station. Malmsbury is an idyllic and picturesque town that is ideally situated to explore both the village and surrounding countryside. Original indigenous inhabitants of the local area were the Dja Dja Wurrung people. The historic town
ship grew from a travellers rest stop on the banks of the Coliban river. Weary travellers on the road from Melbourne to the bountiful Mount Alexander Goldfields in the 1850's and would stop and camp at the river to await a safe crossing. Malmsbury is the perfect place to unwind and relax or the perfect base to get active and explore surrounding towns and regions throughout the Macedon Ranges Shire and beyond including Kyneton, Taradale, Castlemaine, Daylesford, Hepburn Springs, Woodend and Mt Macedon to name but a few. A town with a rich tapestry of intertwined cultural heritage. Whether it's local wine and the fertile basalt soils that grow some of Victoria's best produce that lure you to the area. Or the incredible bluestone buildings, local art, artisans and makers, cafes, galleries, restaurants, musicians and electic crafts people; the historic village of Malmsbury has something for everyone. Take some time out to make yourself at home and explore our historic village, the famous botanical gardens, bush walks, rivers, waterfalls and local wineries.
