The thriving and bustling city of Stawell is the service centre for the Grampians. Gold was discovered nearby in 1853 and continues to be found in Victoria’s largest operating mine. Renowned as the home of the annual Stawell Gift foot race, the city offers cultural and heritage walking and driving tours, museums, wineries and golf.
Things to do:
Discover Stawell’s history with heritage walks or self-drive tours
Visit the Stawell Gift Hall of Fame Museum, dedicated to the famous 120-metre dash
View 1860s photographs, nineteenth century costumes, gold rush artefacts and historical documents at the Pleasant Creek Courthouse Museum
Visit the Pioneers Memorial in the Big Hill area for views of the town and gold mining heritage
Visit Bunjil’s Shelter – a huge rock overhang with rock art depicting Bunjil, an Aboriginal spirit figure, in the nearby Black Range
Board a scenic flight or a hot air balloon for views of the town and the magnificent Grampians
Visit cellar doors to meet the winemaker and enjoy tastings at vineyards throughout the Great Western wine region
Head to the Grampians National Park to walk, rock climb, abseil and enjoy other outdoor activities.