There is so much to love about our little corner of Gippsland, from the rugged beauty of The Prom to the vibrant makers right here on our doorstep. Whether you’re a local or just passing through, here is our ultimate guide to the very best things to see, do, and experience around Meeniyan.
Conveniently located within walking distance of Trulli, this motel is the ultimate base for exploring South Gippsland. It offers country comfort, great amenities, and bike hire right opposite the Great Southern Rail Trail.
A design-led architectural masterpiece, this boutique stay features a beautifully restored cabin, barn, and dairy. It’s the perfect, high-end destination to slow down and immerse yourself in the gorgeous rolling hills.
Fashioned from mud bricks and gorgeous recycled timber, this massive eco-tourism barn sleeps up to 19 guests. Positioned on five acres with private beach access, it’s a brilliant choice for extended family getaways.
Tucked away right on the edge of Waratah Bay, these self-contained cottages offer pristine coastal views looking back toward Wilsons Promontory. It’s an ideal, peaceful sanctuary for rock pool fossicking, swimming, and relaxing.
Offering a truly immersive escape, these transparent luxury bubbles let you stargaze directly from the comfort of a plush bed. It’s a spectacular, off-grid experience designed to reconnect you with the raw beauty of regional Victoria.
Combine the fun of a coastal camping trip with all the luxuries of a premium hotel stay. Nestled in a peaceful setting, these stylish, pre-pitched tents make for a cozy, fuss-free getaway by the sea.
This striking, architecturally converted grain silo offers a unique and memorable industrial-chic stay. It’s a brilliant mixture of modern luxury and eccentric design elements, located just minutes from the coast.
This striking, architecturally converted grain silo offers a unique and memorable industrial-chic stay. It’s a brilliant mixture of modern luxury and eccentric design elements, located just minutes from the coast.
A true highlight for food lovers visiting the area, this spot elevates regional dining into an unforgettable culinary journey. Every dish is carefully curated to shine a bright spotlight on local seasonal produce.
Perched on a hillside with sweeping views of the Corner Inlet, this family-owned cidery produces exceptional small-batch, traditional dry ciders. Grab a grazing board, find a spot on the grass, and enjoy the scenery.
This classic, welcoming country pub sits right on the banks of the scenic Tarwin River. Pop in for a cold beer, an excellent counter meal, and a chat with the friendly locals.
A beautifully curated lifestyle and homewares gem hidden away in the charming township of Toora. It is a wonderful place to browse artisanal ceramics, linens, and thoughtful gifts from independent makers.
A chic local boutique stocking an impressive range of contemporary Australian fashion, accessories, and homewares. It’s the ultimate stop for a little bit of holiday retail therapy right on the main street.
A beautiful main-street gallery showcasing exquisite hand-crafted jewelry, fine art, and unique gifts. It’s the perfect place to pick up a one-of-a-kind statement piece to remember your trip by.
A strictly biodynamic, family-run vineyard committed to producing completely natural, site-specific wines that reflect the local terroir.
Dirty Three Wines — Inverloch: Famous for their fantastic, locally grown Pinot Noir, this vibrant urban cellar door offers tastings, great snacks, and regular live music.
Offering stunning panoramic views across Western Port Bay, this winery features a fantastic cellar door experience with cool-climate varietals.
Tucked away near the coast, this boutique vineyard yields complex, low-yield wines that pair beautifully with the maritime landscape.
Situated in the picturesque rolling hills of Loch village, this winery focuses on premium, handcrafted wines with a brilliant cellar door experience.
One of South Gippsland’s premier locations, offering a gorgeous pasture-side lawn to relax on while sipping premium cold-climate Pinot and Chardonnay.
Located in a beautifully restored historical building, they craft traditional, high-quality ales, gin, and single-malt whisky using authentic methods.
A paradise for lovers of artisanal cheese, showcasing the finest local dairy products and gourmet accompaniments Gippsland has to offer.
A fantastic Saturday pop-up experience where you can get your hands on fresh, locally sourced farm produce. It’s a wonderful example of Gippsland’s vibrant, grassroots food culture.
Stop by this welcoming, roadside farm gate to stock up on seasonal, sustainably grown vegetables and cut flowers. It is a wonderful way to support local growers and eat directly from the patch.
One of the oldest accredited farmers’ markets in Victoria, offering a brilliant range of regional cheeses, organic produce, and artisanal treats.
A charming farm destination famous for cultivating premium oyster mushrooms and offering brilliant hands-on workshops. You can explore the property, meet the resident horses, or pick up fresh farm-gate treats.
A delightfully quirky, retro Sunday market full of vintage clothing, rare vinyl records, collectibles, and tasty street food stalls.
A delightfully quirky, retro Sunday market full of vintage clothing, rare vinyl records, collectibles, and tasty street food stalls.
An incredibly artistic and colorful little township packed to the brim with eccentric galleries, independent boutiques, and quirky cafe stops. It’s a brilliant destination for a lazy afternoon stroll.
A breathtaking, purpose-built gallery dedicated entirely to the internationally acclaimed botanical illustrations of Celia Rosser. Her intricate, lifelong project capturing the Banksia genus is an absolute must-see.
You can’t miss this landmark Art Deco pub, easily recognized by the massive, iconic stylized mullet sculpture leaping from its roof. It’s the perfect place for a hearty pub lunch, a cold beer, and a look at some local history.
A quick drive out of town rewards you with breathtaking, panoramic 360-degree views across the green rolling hills all the way to the granite peaks of Wilsons Prom.
This breathtaking coastal drive (Bunurong Coastal Drive) hugs the dramatic clifftops, serving up spectacular ocean views at every bend. Be sure to pull over and stretch your legs at the Eagle’s Nest lookout to see the famous rock formations.
A lovely cruise through pastoral fields and coastal scrub that connects two of the region’s most beloved seaside towns. Make a mid-trip stop to cast a line at the famous fishing spots in Tarwin Lower.
You can’t miss this landmark Art Deco pub, easily recognized by the massive, iconic stylized mullet sculpture leaping from its roof. It’s the perfect place for a hearty pub lunch, a cold beer, and a look at some local history.
An adventurous coastal route that leads you to the historic, moody shores of Walkerville. Take a walk along the beach to explore the towering, 19th-century brick ruins of the old lime kilns embedded in the cliffside.
An incredibly expansive, pristine stretch of sandy coastline that offers safe, peaceful swimming and spectacular views directly across to Wilsons Promontory.
A unique, peaceful tidal waterway nestled behind the sand dunes, making it a dream location for windsurfing, kayaking, and serene beach strolls.
You can’t visit Gippsland without making a trip to Wilsons Promontory National Park. Whether you’re scaling Mount Oberon for those postcard-perfect views or just spotting wombats at Tidal River, it’s a spectacular wilderness playground right on our doorstep.
Hike through lush forests to reach one of Victoria’s most iconic viewpoints, offering jaw-dropping, panoramic views over the islands and coast.
A beautiful main-street gallery showcasing exquisite hand-crafted jewelry, fine art, and unique gifts. It’s the perfect place to pick up a one-of-a-kind statement piece to remember your trip by.
A sheltered, moody little cove flanked by enormous, smooth granite boulders that glow a spectacular deep orange at sunset.
Famous for its ultra-fine, brilliant white quartz sand that literally squeaks beneath your feet as you walk along the turquoise water.
The main visitor hub of the park, perfect for setting up a picnic, splashing in the gentle river estuary, or spotting local wombats and kangaroos.
Hop aboard a custom-designed, eco-friendly amphibious boat to explore the rugged, otherwise inaccessible coastlines and offshore seal colonies of The Prom. Bookings can be made through Pennicott Wilderness Journeys.
Take a short, easy bushwalk through a gorgeous fern-filled gorge to witness the highest single-span waterfall in Victoria tumbling down a 59-meter drop.
Perched dramatically on the jagged cliffs of the cape, this historic, lonely white lighthouse overlooks the wild and treacherous waters of Bass Strait.
An impressive engineering sight where massive, modern wind turbines sweep across the scenic, rolling green ridges above the township.
A beautiful, secluded little riverside patch that is absolutely perfect for a quiet picnic, a gentle walk under the canopy, or casting a fishing line.
Spanning over 100 kilometers from Nyora all the way to Welshpool, this fantastic, flat multi-use trail is perfect for cycling, running, or walking through gorgeous country landscapes.
A charming, historic little fishing village where you can take a peaceful boardwalk stroll through local wetlands and watch the boats gently bobbing in the tide.
Whether you are keen to catch a world-class beach break, launch a boat into a quiet inlet, or try your luck fishing off a pier, the Gippsland coast has an endless array of aquatic adventures waiting for you.