How to drive here
The best way to get to Tesselaar KaBloom is to get a group of family and friends together and take a scenic drive through the Dandenong Ranges to Tesselaar KaBloom, it is located within 60 minutes of Melbourne. We have FREE off street parking spaces for cars and 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 KaBloom 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.
- Board the Route 663 Bus from Lilydale or Belgrave Station to Tesselaar KaBloom.
Search the Metlink Journey Planner for timetable information. (Enter your location in the “from” field and “Silvan, Tesselaar” into the “to” field.)
Express 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.
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 7777 Monday to Friday 8:30am to 5pm.
Accommodation deals:
Mountain Lodge Book directly with Julie, for a two night stay Mon-Thu for just $540, Fri-Sun $620 per couple, and receive a double pass to KaBloom, a bottle of sparkling wine, afternoon tea and wake to home baked bread and a scrumptious breakfast. A private and romantic getaway surrounded by national parks and local bird life.
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 and a lodge with ensuite rooms. Rates start from $233 per night with discounted longer stays.
Valley Ranges Getaways have a number of properties across the Dandenong Ranges, with two tickets for the price of one for all bookings during the KaBloom festival. Pet friendly available.
The Gallery Olinda is luxury accommodation less than ten minutes away. Book directly to enjoy a two night stay Mon-Thu $630 or Fri-Sun $690 per couple. You will receive a complimentary double pass, full gourmet breakfast provisions and fresh, home baked bread each day of your stay.
Pine Hill Caravan Park. Situated in Lilydale, 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.
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.