Getting here
How to drive here
The best way to get to Tesselaar Tulip Festival is to get a group of family and friends together and take a scenic drive through the Dandenong Ranges to Silvan, home of the Tesselaar Tulip Festival. It is located within 60 minutes of Melbourne. We have off street parking spaces for cars and up to 15 off street parking spaces for buses.
Our Address is
Tesselaar Flower Farm 357 Monbulk Road, Silvan.
Melway Map 123 B5 (40km directly east of Melbourne) or see this Google Map for travel directions in relation to Melbourne.
Dogs on lead welcome, please remember to bring a bag.
Public Transport
Public transport is an alternative method for getting to Tesselaar Tulip Festival for people who do not have access to a vehicle. It is important to pre-plan your public transport trip to ensure your day is hassle free. Instructions are as follows:
- Board a Train to either Lilydale or Belgrave Station - both are around 20 minutes from our farm.
- From the station, board the Route 663 Bus from Lilydale or Belgrave Station to Tesselaar Tulip Festival.
Search the Metlink Journey Planner for timetable information. (Enter your location in the “from” field and “Silvan, Tesselaar” into the “to” field.)
Charter Bus
We charter a bus on the weekends and Public Holidays to make things easy for you. Buses depart Lilydale Station (to meet the train) and deliver you to our door. The cost is just $5pp and children 16 and under (when accompanied by an adult) ride free. The bus departs from Bay B.
Departs Lilydale: 10:20, 10:50, 11:20, 11:50, 12:20, 12:50, 1:50, 2:20, 2:50, 3:20, 3:50, 4:20, 4:50.
Departs Tesselaar: 10:50, 11:20, 11:50, 12:20, 12:50, 1:20, 2:20, 2:50, 3:20, 3:50, 4:20, 4:50, 5:20.
You can call us on
03 9737 7722 Monday to Friday 8:30am to 5pm.
Accommodation deals:
Mountain Lodge a private and romantic getaway in the Dandenong Ranges, surrounded by national parks and local bird life. Their special offer during the Tesselaar Tulip Festival; book directly for a two night stay Mon-Thu for just $520 per couple, Fri-Sun $600, receive a complimentary double pass to the Tesselaar Tulip Festival, a bottle of sparkling wine, afternoon tea and wake to a scrumptious breakfast.
Araluen Boutique Accommodation is located in Steels Creek in the Yarra Valley, just a 30 minute drive to the Tesselaar Tulip Festival. The property is set on three acres of lush gardens and offers self contained spa villas. Rates start from $213 per night with discounted longer stays.
The Gallery Olinda is luxury accommodation less than ten minutes away. Book directly to enjoy a two night stay Mon-Thu $570 or Fri-Sun $670 per couple. You will receive a complimentary double pass, full gourmet breakfast provisions and fresh, home baked bread each day of your stay.
Valley Ranges Getaways offers an array of gorgeous accomodation with two tickets for the price of one during the festival. Pet friendly available.
Lilydale Pine Hill Caravan Park. Situated at the gateway of Victoria’s famous Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges. Whether you need a cabin or a site for your RV’s, caravan, large rig, camper van or tent - there is a site to suit. Book and pay for six nights and get a seventh night free.
Nightcap Hotel Ferntree Gully conveniently located 20 minutes from Tesselaar Flower Farm. Packages start at $498 for two nights accommodation for two people and includes a double pass to the Tesselaar Tulip Festival, a welcome drink, a boxed breakfast and 10% off dining.
If you are planning a full day trip or a weekend away, these links have more accommodation and things to see and do. They will help you plan the best visit possible.