The Enchanting William Ricketts Sanctuary

Getting There

• Car

  If you're driving from Melbourne, take the M3 Eastern Freeway and follow signs toward Ringwood. Merge onto the EastLink freeway (M3) toward Frankston. Take the exit toward Dandenong and follow the signs to Mount Dandenong via the Burwood Highway (B60). Continue straight onto Mt Dandenong Tourist Road. After approximately 30 km, you will arrive at 1402 Mount Dandenong Tourist Rd, Mount Dandenong VIC 3767, where William Ricketts Sanctuary is located. There is free parking available on-site.

• Public Transport

  To reach William Ricketts Sanctuary via public transport, take a train from Melbourne's Flinders Street Station to Upper Ferntree Gully Station on the Belgrave Line. From Upper Ferntree Gully, you can catch the 688 bus (toward The Basin) to the Mount Dandenong Tourist Road. The bus stop is a short walk from the sanctuary, approximately a 15-minute walk uphill. Ensure to check the schedule in advance as bus frequencies may vary throughout the day. Note that the train fare will depend on your departure station, and bus fare is typically around AUD 4.20 for a one-way trip.

• Taxi/Rideshare

  If you prefer a more direct route without public transport schedules, consider using a taxi or rideshare service like Uber. Request a ride to 1402 Mount Dandenong Tourist Rd, Mount Dandenong VIC 3767. The cost will vary depending on your starting location, but expect to pay around AUD 60-90 from central Melbourne. This option is convenient and can drop you directly at the sanctuary entrance.