Bacchus Marsh located about 50 km north west of Melbourne and just 14 km west of Melton, near Sunbury and Woodend which provide alternative locations for entertainment venues, attractions, activities and live music gigs. Bacchus Marsh is a major market garden area, producing a wide range of fruit and vegetables. It is well worth while exploring the local markets and the roadside stalls in the district. The town has a long fascinating history and has retained many lovely historical buildings, dating back to the gold rush era. Gold was discovered in nearby Ballarat during the mid 1850s. Bacchus Marsh is enclosed by a wonderful collection or natural areas and nature reserves including: National Parks, State Parks, rivers and streams. These areas offer scenic bushwalking tracks, scenic gorges, hills and ranges in the district. There are also many BBQ and scenic picnic spots along the Werribee River, Lerderderg River, Merrimu Reservoir and at the historic bridge over Djerriwarrh Creek. There are many activities and attractions for visitors to enjoy in Bacchus Marsh and the surrounding district with its many villages and towns.
Tour local wineries and cellar door outlets