BIG4 Dandenong Tourist Park
BIG4 Dandenong Tourist Park (formerly Twin Bridge Tourist Park) is strategically located in Dandenong South, offering a convenient base for exploring Melbourne and its surrounding attractions. Situated in green and pleasant surroundings, the park provides a comfortable and well-equipped stay for travellers seeking to explore Victoria's south-eastern coastline.
Facilities: BIG4 Dandenong Tourist Park offers a range of facilities to enhance your stay:
- Modern, luxury ensuite cabins (with cooking facilities, colour TV)
- 2 covered barbecue areas
- Camp kitchen
- Recreation lounge with internet cafe, free wireless internet, and table tennis
- TV and video room
- Playground
- Gas swap bottles / refills
- Great TV reception
- Clothesline
- Baby bath available
- Non-smoking accommodation available
- Large tourist sites (powered sites with power, water, sullage, sewage)
- Sewage dump point
- Tourist information, maps and/or bookings
- Public phone
- Fax service
- Guest laundry
- Onsite parking
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Games room
- Terrace
- Family rooms
- Heating
- Air conditioning (in cabins/villas)
- Pet friendly (on camping sites, check for cabin restrictions)
Distance to Tourist Spots Nearby: The park's location offers easy access to a variety of attractions in Melbourne's south-east and beyond:
- Dandenong Town Centre: Approximately 3.5 miles (5.6 km) from the park, providing access to shops, dining, and Dandenong Train Station (about 5 minutes' drive).
- Dandenong Ranges National Park: A scenic drive (approx. 40 minutes) will take you to the stunning Dandenong Ranges, home to attractions like the Puffing Billy Railway, Sherbrooke Forest (with its lyrebirds and walking trails), and charming villages like Olinda and Sassafras.
- Melbourne CBD: Approximately 41.9 km (about 35-40 minutes' drive) from the park, offering access to all of Melbourne's major attractions, including Federation Square, Queen Victoria Market, the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), and numerous museums and galleries. Public transport is convenient with a bus service departing directly outside the park to Dandenong Train Station.
- Phillip Island: A popular destination for the Penguin Parade, Nobbies Centre, and Koala Conservation Centre. The park serves as a good base for a day trip to Phillip Island.
- Mornington Peninsula: Explore the beautiful beaches, wineries, and coastal towns of the Mornington Peninsula.
- Frankston Beach: A popular bay beach for swimming and relaxation, accessible via a short drive.
- BOUNCEinc Keysborough: A large indoor trampoline park offering various activities for all ages.
- William Ricketts Sanctuary: A unique outdoor gallery nestled in the Dandenong Ranges, featuring ceramic sculptures integrated into the natural environment.
- Cranbourne Botanic Gardens (Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria, Cranbourne): A spectacular garden showcasing Australian native plants and landscapes, offering walking trails and a unique red sand garden.
- Shopping Centres: Close proximity to major shopping centres in Dandenong and surrounding suburbs.