Gippsland Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Gippsland
Lakes Entrance Lookout featuring a bay or harbour
Gippsland featuring boating, a bay or harbour and a sunset
Lakes Entrance which includes food
Lakes Entrance featuring a bridge, a sunset and a bay or harbour

Victoria’s expansive eastern region is renowned for its diverse geography and natural beauty, as well as its enchanting towns and award-winning local produce.

Experience some of the extremes of the Southeast Australian landscape in Gippsland, which stretches across mountain ranges, lush pastures, pristine forests, lakes and beaches. From the edge of Melbourne to the far-eastern state border with New South Wales, there’s plenty to explore in Gippsland’s scenic rural villages, unspoiled national parks and picturesque beach towns.

Discover the gently sloping meadows of West Gippsland, which is home to some of the state’s major dairies and farms. Visit farmsteads and local markets to pick up delicious seasonal and local produce, or embark on a vineyard trail to taste some of the region’s wines. Historic Traralgon in the Latrobe Valley has been a hub for the Gippsland farming region since the late 1800s. The mountain skyline of the Great Dividing Range lies to the north. In winter, you can ski at Gippsland’s snow resort on Mount Baw Baw.

The region’s most pristine natural landscapes can be found in East Gippsland. Make your way along the scenic Great Alpine Drive and reach the largest inland waterway system in Australia, Gippsland Lakes, which stretches between Sale and Lakes Entrance. Boating, fishing and kayaking are popular recreational activities in this lush lake district. Stroll along sandy beaches, such as the vast sweep of Ninety Mile Beach or go on a waterway cruise. Follow the Bataluk Cultural Trail to learn about the cultural heritage of the Gunai and Monaro Aboriginal people.

Don’t miss a trip to Wilson’s Promontory National Park, the southernmost region of mainland Australia. Go on a short walk or overnight trek to check out some of this pristine park’s rugged beaches, sheltered bays, native wildlife and beautiful forests. Further east, you’ll find more protected wilderness in Croajingolong National Park.

Gippsland is best explored by car, but many of its major towns can be reached via regional trains or buses from MelbourneOpens in a new window. Make the most of Gippsland’s winery trails, coast roads and the Great Alpine Drive by embarking on a road trip through the region.

Where to stay in Gippsland

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Tankerton

The pristine beaches and luxurious spas are top of the list for many visitors to Tankerton. A stop by French Island G230 Bushland Reserve or French Island National Park might round out your trip.

Tankerton
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East Bairnsdale

Travellers like the museums in East Bairnsdale, and Lake King is a top attraction you might want to visit.

East Bairnsdale
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Lucknow

Lucknow is well liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like East Gippsland Rail Trail and Nicholson St. Gallery if you have time to explore the area.

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Broadlands

If you're spending some time in Broadlands, Lake King and Jones Bay Gippsland Lakes Reserve are top sights worth seeing.

Broadlands
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Wy Yung

Travellers like the parks in Wy Yung, and East Gippsland Rail Trail is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Wy Yung
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Eastwood

While there might not be top attractions in Eastwood, you can explore the larger area and discover places like East Gippsland Rail Trail and Nicholson St. Gallery.

Eastwood
Silverwater Resort

Silverwater Resort

4.5 out of 5
17 Potters Hill Road, San Remo, VIC
The price is ₹11,251 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
₹11,251
₹12,388 total
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in San Remo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,280 reviews)
Good location and service. Big disadvantage is the multiple steps leading to the apartments. Really hard to haul heavy luggage up and down the stairs to the apartments.

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

Silverwater Resort
North Pier Hotel

North Pier Hotel

3 out of 5
5 The Esplanade, Cowes, VIC
The price is ₹8,718 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
₹8,718
₹9,590 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Cowes. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
It was ok

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

North Pier Hotel
Seahorse Motel

Seahorse Motel

3.5 out of 5
29-31 Chapel Street, Cowes, VIC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹7,784 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
₹7,784
₹8,562 total
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Cowes. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (959 reviews)
Amazing location. Very clean. Lovely staff. Carparks were generous our 4 wheeldrive fit easy. Considering we stayed moto GP weekend motel was quiet.

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

Seahorse Motel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Silverwater Resort

Silverwater Resort

4.5 out of 5
17 Potters Hill Road, San Remo, VIC
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in San Remo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,280 reviews)
Good location and service. Big disadvantage is the multiple steps leading to the apartments. Really hard to haul heavy luggage up and down the stairs to the apartments.

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

Silverwater Resort
Quest Bairnsdale

Quest Bairnsdale

4.5 out of 5
11 Dalmahoy Street, Bairnsdale, VIC
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Bairnsdale. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Nicholson St. Gallery ...
Quest Bairnsdale
Anchorage Holiday Units

Anchorage Holiday Units

3.5 out of 5
7 Roadknight Street, Lakes Entrance, VIC
Stay at this 3.5-star golf apartment in Lakes Entrance. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the property condition in their ...
7.8/10 Good! (325 reviews)
Very pleasant as always.

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

Anchorage Holiday Units
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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