If you're seeking adventure, relaxation or a taste of local culture, Alexandra and the surrounding towns of Acheron, Molesworth, and Yarck, offer something for everyone. This region is bursting with untamed wilderness, culinary delights and access to a rich proud history of gold and agriculture. This historic region salutes yesteryear with its charming National Trust classified buildings, homesteads, and noble grand architecture.
Whether you are a self-proclaimed foodie, muso, art lover, history buff, wine enthusiast or love a craft beer, the town and surrounding region hosts a fantastic program of fun events throughout the year. A stone's throw from Lake Eildon and the Lake Eildon National Park, this area also offers a fascinating insight into the colourful gold rush history.
HIGHLIGHTS
RAIL TRAIL
The Great Victorian Rail Trail winds through much of this area making Alexandra, Victoria, and surrounding townships a great pitstop for cyclists wishing to explore the large range of welcoming country pubs, great eateries, local art galleries and quirky stores.
TIMBER TRAMWAY
Drop into the Alexandra Timber Tramway and Museum for a ride on one of the historic locomotives and learn more about the early history of rail in the area.
PACK A PICNIC
You haven’t REALLY been there if you haven’t bragged about it on Facebook, Tik Tok or ‘da Gram! So, pack a picnic and your favourite outdoor rug and be sure to snap a cutesy photo at one of our spectacular lookouts including Acheron, Eglinton and Lucky Mine Lookouts with views to the valleys, mountain ranges and beyond. #instabrag #livingmybestlife #iykyk #discoverdindi #alexandra
EAT & DRINK
On Point Brewery
Situated in the charming but vibrant town of Alexandra, nestled between Lake Eildon and the picturesque Goulburn river, On Point Brewery provides a spot for locals and tourists alike to get together and share a beer.
A long-time dream of co-founders Chris Turner and James Smith, On Point Brewery calls the old Alexandra Butter Factory home, a beautiful and striking building in which some of Australia’s best beers are lovingly brewed.
Their approach to brewing is simple; make great craft beer inspired by the beauty of the local landscape.
Each of their beers are made with an emphasis on quality. And no matter whether you’re taking a dip in Lake Eildon on a summer afternoon, chasing that elusive trout on the mighty Goulburn river, or simply relaxing in front of the campfire as the sun goes down, we have a beer for you!
The taproom and dog friendly beer garden are open Friday through to Sunday with a great selection of on-site brewed beers, as well as pizzas and kransky sausages available all day.
FESTIVALS & EVENTS
Alexandra Annual Spring Show
Held on the second Saturday in November each year, the Alexandra Annual Spring Show has been a part of Alexandra’s history for 140 years.
A showcase of local livestock including a cattle display, shearing demonstrations, widely renowned Poultry competition, Horse arena events and Working dog trials are held throughout the day.
The first hobby horse events (for adults and children) were held at the 2024 Show and they are looking forward to 2025 for a bigger event.
Come and have a go at ‘guessing the weight’, get your face painted, have a look at the dog obedience displays, check out the tractors and fuel tankers, watch the horses, look at the products in the ladies pavilion, grab an ice cream and so much more.
Come along and help to celebrate the 140th Annual Spring Show.
STAY
The Corner Hotel Alexandra
The historic Corner Hotel Alexandra is a family owned hotel right on the main corner of Alexandra township, offering clean and fresh accommodation in a heritage pub style. The hotel caters for all needs, with the best meals in town and that friendly country service.
Offering a full range of clean fresh accommodation from recently and beautifully renovated rooms with en suites and all modern conveniences, to more basic accommodation (all freshly carpeted and painted).
The hotels chefs are passionate about local produce and present a wonderful range of high quality pub food, with a focus on local produce and free range ingredients. Presenting interesting specials and the wine list focuses on the wonderful wines of Murrindindi and the surrounding regions. Try a local whole fresh trout prepared beautifully.
The Corner Hotel Alexandra is especially famous for Victoria’s best chicken parmigiana. The parmas are made with fresh free-range chicken breast, crumbed with their own special crumb and topped with house made ingredients. Pop in for a Parma, you will love them.