Mount Dandenong Observatory

To get the most panoramic views of Mount Dandenong and its surroundings, visitors should head to the popular lookouts and the viewing points of the area.

Much of the Mount Dandenong area is occupied by the Dandenong Ranges National Park; hence, the area offers an array of walking trails, hiking tracks and a number of bushwalking activities.

Mount Dandenong Observatory Lookout, Address & Map, Sky High VIC

With the surrounding grasslands, colourful environment and an array of things to see and do, the inviting Dandenong Ranges is a popular destination amongst backpackers, visitors and the locals alike.

The area has a number of natural and scenic attractions, with the mountainous area boasting an intrinsic beauty, with a number of breathtaking gardens and a wide variety of European, Australian native trees and shrubs.

The area’s most premier tourist attraction is the Mount Dandenong Observatory. This observatory is nestled on the peak at 633 metres above sea level and is also the highest lookout in the region. Visitors can dine or grab some snacks at the beautiful Sky High Restaurant whilst checking out the panoramic views of the region.

Near the observatory, there is a cafe that offers a variety of coffees and tasty treats. The observatory also boasts several BBQ, picnic areas and an array of attractive formal gardens with various viewpoints, where you can see the most spectacular views of the region.

Visitors can also visit Burke’s Lookout at the adjacent Mount Corhanwarrabul to observe the distant Mount Dandenong peaks and its surrounding area. Other attractions include the Mount Dandenong Arboretum, William Ricketts Sanctuary and the many tourist attractions in Olinda and Kalorama.

Address

26 Observatory Rd
Mount Dandenong, VIC

Opening Hours

10.15am – 8:00pm (Sunday to Thursday) and 10.15am – 9:00pm (Friday and Saturday)

The front entry gate is locked 7.30pm (Sunday to Thursday) and 8.30pm (Friday and Saturday).
The exit gate is locked from 8.30pm (Sunday to Thursday) and 9.30pm (Friday and Saturday).

You need to exit with your vehicle before the gates are locked.

Kiosk Hours
From 10.15am to 8.00pm Sunday to Thursday and 10.15am to 9.00pm Fridays and Saturdays

Bistro Hours
From 10.15am to 8.00pm Sunday to Thursday and 10.15am to 9.00pm Fridays and Saturdays
Lunch
From 11.30am to 4pm Monday to Friday, 10.15am to 4pm Saturdays, 10.15am to 7.30pm Sundays and public holidays, located in our lower floor bistro.
Dinner
From 5.00pm to 7.30pm Monday to Thursday, 5.00pm to 8.30pm Fridays and Saturdays located in our lower floor bistro. The restaurant menu is not available on Sundays and public holidays or between Christmas and New Year.

SkyHigh Maze
Spring and Summer Opening Hours (September to April)
Saturday, Sunday and public holidays 12pm – 5:00pm
Monday to Friday we will open it for you from 12:00pm until 5pm but payment is taken in the bistro.
Winter Opening Hours (May to August)
Saturday, Sunday and public holidays 12pm – 3:00pm
Monday to Friday we will open it for you from 12:00pm until 3pm but payment is taken in the bistro.
School Holidays Opening Hours
Open every day 12pm – 3:00pm (July)
Open every day 12pm – 5:00pm (Summer, Easter and September)

Phone Number

(03) 9751 0443

Email Address

info@skyhighmtdandenong.com.au

Ticket Prices / Admission

The parking fee is $5.00 per car Monday to Friday and $10 per car Saturday, Sunday, public holidays and school holidays.

$15.00 for a minibus, $25 for a coach and $3.00 per motorbike.

Customers are welcome to walk, catch a bus, come by taxi or Uber or cycle up to SkyHigh to avoid the parking fee.

Maze Entry Prices
Adults: $8
Children (under 12): $6
Family Ticket (2 adults, 2 children): $22
10% surcharge applies to our standard pricing on Saturdays and Sundays and 15% on all public holidays

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Michael created and runs the Dandenong Ranges Point website, as well as the Holiday Point travel brand that incorporates a network of 16 location based travel information and attraction websites around Australia, Asia, and around the world.

With 25+ years of online experience and a passion for travel (having lived in Melbourne most of his life and has visited the Dandenong Ranges many times), Michael not only researches and writes content for the website, he also tinkers behind the scenes with the website functionality & design.

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Lily says:

June 18, 2026 at 11:06 am

Hi there
We will be driving our caravan (21feet long 3.2m height), will this be ok for the observatory carpark?

Thanks

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- Michael Jones says:
  
  June 18, 2026 at 12:52 pm
  
  Hi Lily,
  
  I can’t find any specific information on their website about caravans but it mentions that the parking fee is $5.00 per car Monday to Friday and $10 per car Saturday, Sunday, public holidays and school holidays. $15.00 for a minibus, $25 for a coach. So i am not sure if you would get charged for 2 vehicles or just a larger one.
  
  I have been there recently and have also looked at their map, and many of the spots don’t look like they are pull-though, so odds are you might need to park across multiple spots (i am not sure where they park buses on the map)
  
  I would recommend calling them on (03) 9751 0443 to get clarification on the cost to park there and also if it’s suitable for a caravan.
  
  Thanks
  Michael
  
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Hayley says:

December 26, 2016 at 8:20 pm

Hi There,

Is the Observatory open past midnight on New Years Eve?

Thanks

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- Holiday Point says:
  
  December 26, 2016 at 9:58 pm
  
  Hi Hayley,
  
  There are paid events being held inside Sky High, but if you just want access to the summit, the carpark will remain open for half an hour after the function finishes at 12.30am. Therefore, the gates should remain open until 1am. The entry fee is $6 per car and $10 for a minibus or coach.
  
  Have a great New Years Eve!
  
  Kind regards,
  Jess
  
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