Local Area - Stawell and Northern Grampians
With magnificent views of the Grampians, and a unique gold heritage, Stawell is the perfect stop for lunch or for a short break.
Stawell’s strong commercial centre makes it an ideal base for exploring the Grampians ranges and nearby wineries. New cafés and a vibrant main street make Stawell an attractive alternative for a day trip.
Popular Stawell and district attractions include the following:
- Central Park – The venue for the Stawell Gift
- Stawell Gift Hall of Fame – An impressive collection of memorabilia from over 120 years history of the Gift
- The Stawell Railway Art Gallery – Sculpture, paintings and art craft by local artists
- Stawell Gold Mines – Observation area overlooking the Magdala Decline used by heavy vehicles to bring ore to the surface
- Stawell RSL Museum – Originally a two storey residence of a mine owner, built in 1898 – limited hours of opening
- Wineries – Best’s, Grampians Estate, Seppelt, Dog Rock and many, many more
- Brambuk the National Park and Cultural Centre – Koori art and craft
- Zumsteins – Wild Kangaroos and wallabies
- Grampians scenic attractions – Boroka Lookout, The Balconies, MacKenzies Falls, Lake Bellfield, Lake Fyans
- Mount Cassell Wildflower Nursery – Pomonal