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
Grant St Grocer Alexandra
Grant St Grocer Alexandra is an accessible cafe and produce store. Open seven days a week for breakfast and lunch and are fully licensed. Serving Merchant Coffee Roasters Coffee to an exceptional standard.
Grant St Grocer are proud to make all dishes from scratch and aim to deliver honest, exceptional food with no shortcuts. Their Take Home Meals feature curries and international dishes in easy-to-heat, reusable packaging. The cakes are made in-house by the pastry chef to ensure freshness and an ever changing variety.
Grant St Grocer showcase regional produce and wines in the store.
FESTIVALS & EVENTS
Dindi Daze
Dindi Daze, now in its second year, is a fun-filled, family-focused celebration of everything that makes Murrindindi great. Held in Rotary Park, this year’s event builds on the success of its inaugural year and has evolved to place even greater emphasis on families and community members.
The day will feature a range of children’s activities, including free face painting, games, and competitions. A highlight will be the mobile animal farm, where children will have the opportunity to pat, feed, and hold the animals.
Local performers will provide entertainment throughout the event, creating a lively and inclusive atmosphere. Visitors can enjoy food, local craft beers, wines, and spirits, as well as arts and crafts stalls, an historic vehicle display, and even steam train rides.
A range of community-based stalls focused on mental health, healthy ageing, and support for victims of family violence, further strengthening Dindi Daze’s and Rotary’s commitment to community wellbeing.
The focus of Dindi Daze is to bring the Murrindindi community together to celebrate everything that makes our region special and, of course, to have some fun. The event also aims to attract visitors and tourists, providing an opportunity to showcase local talent, including our region’s musicians, art, crafts, food, wine, and beer.
STAY
Summerlands – Country Luxe
Beautiful, thoughtful, luxurious accommodation set on lovely gardens in an historic building on a quiet no through road. An easy stroll to the main street of town with hotels and cafes.
Summerlands has four spacious king suites, and one queen, all with private entrances and ensuites, so you can enjoy as individual guests, or as a group of friends with a common lounge area.
The services in rooms include smart televisions, Wi-Fi, a mini bar with local product, a toaster, and espresso coffee machines. Robes, slippers, and fluffy towels.
One of the King Suites is pet-friendly.
Summerlands is part of the Country Luxe team, previous Victorian Tourism Industry Council award-winners and Hall of Fame recipients in 2022.
Enjoy the local artwork that is showcased throughout this beautiful 1890s historic building. All rooms are individually styled with unique features that only a charming old building can offer.