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Welcome to our Region

Set in North East Victoria’s Alpine Valleys between the Ovens and King Rivers, the Rural City of Wangaratta encompasses the Milawa Gourmet Region, King Valley, Glenrowan, El Dorado and Wangaratta. Famous for its world class wines, excellent gourmet food, spectacular mountains, valleys, rivers and streams, historic links to Ned Kelly and Victoria’s pioneering gold rush, the region is also heralds the beginning of the Murray to Mountains Rail Trail and Great Alpine Road.

Choose from a wide range of accommodation including contemporary country guest houses and hotels, bed and breakfast establishments with unique charm and style, caravan parks and camping spots by gently flowing rivers and motels with country hospitality.

There are a myriad of things to see and do in the Wangaratta region of North East Victoria. The region is at the foothills of the Alpine High Country and boasts spectacular scenery affording a wide variety of activities for you to while away the hours. These are just a few of the activities you can indulge in:

  • Take in the beautiful vistas at many vantage points in the Warby Ranges or King Valley.
  • Play some golf at the Jubilee or Waldara Golf Courses - watch out for the wildlife!
  • Enjoy the food and wine of the region, visit some farmgates and meet the makers of some truly delicious specialty cheeses, mustards, wines, sour dough breads, olives, berries and honey as well as jams, pickles and preserves!
  • Explore the gold rush township of Eldorado and take a walk around the dredge - one of the largest of its type in the Southern Hemisphere, its massive hulk is truly amazing!
  • Visit cellar doors in King Valley and Glenrowan areas and sample some memorable wines, meet the characters of the region.
  • Take a drive out to Glenrowan and walk in the foot-steps of Ned Kelly and his gang.
  • Bring your bike or hire one and explore the region from the saddle.
  • Find a shady spot near a river for a picnic and relax to the gentle sounds of water gently passing by.
  • Enjoy one of our many festivals and events - check out this website for more information.

These are just a few of the many things you can do while in the region. For more ideas contact the friendly staff at the Wangaratta Visitor Centre on 1800 801 065 or email tourism@wangaratta.vic.gov.au

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