Attractions

Melbourne City – If you’re coming from interstate or overseas, you’re in for quite a treat, with everything that Melbourne has to offer. Indulge yourself in a cosmopolitan city, filled with diversity and energy. Whether you’re interests lie in cuisine, the arts, shopping or architecture, the city will engage and entertain you like no other. For more information, visit: http://www.visitmelbourne.com/

Regional Victoria – For a change in pace and scenery, the Dandenong Ranges are only 50 minutes from Sportingbet Park. Luscious, natural surrounds and plenty of wineries await! http://www.visitvictoria.com/Regions/Yarra-Valley-and-Dandenong-Ranges.aspx

Puffing Billy – Visit Australia’s Favourite Steam Train, only 35mins from the racecourse. This historic stream train (one of the finest preserved steam railways in the world), weaves and turns in amongst the mountain surrounds from Belgrave to Gembrook. Visit http://www.puffingbilly.com.au/ 

Food & drink

• Highways Tabaret -  Corner of Dandenong Rd & Corrigan Road, on the North/East corner of the Racecourse.www.hwys.net.au/  (03) 9518 1370
  
• Mario’s Pizza Restaurant / Midnight Kebabs on Princess/Golden Bamboo Chinese Restaurant - 511-517 Princes Highway. All approx 1km from the racecourse.
  
• Hoa Tran (Vietnamese) 246 Springvale Road, Springvale. www.hoatran.com.au
  
• Aei’s Thai (Thai) 351 Springvale Road, Springvale. http://www.aeithairestaurant.com.au/index.html
  
• Kotaraya Clayton (Malaysia) 12/2127 Princess Highway, Clayton.

Accommodation

Sandown Park Hotel - Located directly opposite the racecourse, Sandown Park Hotel offers the perfect place to relax after a day at  Sportingbet Park. Offering entertainment for everyone from grandmothers to preschoolers, this family-friendly establishment has a bar, bistro and accommodation so everyone is well and truly catered for. Accommodation starts from $75 per night – for more information, call (03) 9546 5755 or visit http://www.sandownparkhotel.com.au/  

Best Western Sandown Heritage Motor Inn – Located in the suburb of Noble Park, 20 minutes from the city centre, this motel offers quiet accommodation only 10mins from the racecourse. Facilities include a heated swimming pool, BBQ, guest laundry and off-street parking. Visit www.sandownheritage.bestwestern.com.au or call (03) 9548 0866

Sandown Regency Motel – AAA-Tourism rated property 10 minutes from the racecourse, rooms offer views of the tranquil garden surrounds and swimming pool. With easy access to the Monash Freeway, travel is a breeze. Visit www.sandownregency.com.au or call (03) 9548 3444

For more information, visit: http://www.visitvictoria.com