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Visit Avoca
Welcome to Avoca, the gateway to the Pyrenees Wine Region. Home to award winning wines and the spectacular untamed Pyrenees Ranges.
Be captivated by the sights, sounds, tastes and adventures the Pyrenees region of Western Victoria offers. Come for a night, a weekend, or a week but rest assure you will leave indulged, energised and keen to return for more.
Avoca is home to the Pyrenees Unearthed Wine & Food Festival as well as The Avoca Hotel, a beautifully-restored Victorian-era pub serving great food and local wine. But eating and drinking isn’t all you’ll do here – it’s a gorgeous part of the country, with ironbark forests, flora and fauna reserves, great spots to camp or picnic and lots of good bushwalking tracks.
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Avoca tourism
Top Attractions
For ideas on the best places to visit, see our list of the top tourist attractions in Avoca.
- Avoca Silo Art – In 2021, Avoca became Australia’s 47th painted silo art location along the Silo Art Trail and is the first silo to feature a glow-in-the-dark artwork.
- Avoca Bottles and Collectables – this hidden gem invites you to poke around and find a rare or unique treasure.
- Gallery 127 – The heritage-listed Avoca Railway Station has been restored and transformed into a gallery presenting exhibitions by local and regional artists.
- Blue Pyrenees Estate – a visit to the cellar door will have you tasting their award-winning range of sparkling, red and white table wines which can be enjoyed with lunch in the onsite restaurant.
- Avoca Historic Walk – Avoca’s history dates back to the 1850s when thousands came to the area searching for gold. The historic walk will guide you to the buildings still standing in their original condition.
- Avoca Chinese Garden – Beautifully positioned overlooking the river flats, Avoca’s Garden of Fire and Water is a delightful attraction reflecting the Chinese heritage within the region.
- Mount Avoca Vineyard – Visit the light-filled cellar door, which also features a barbecue, secure playground, picnic areas, and a lovely log fire in the winter.
- Governors Rock Lookout and Avoca Waterfalls – Located within the Pyrenees State Forest, this vantage point lets you experience spectacular views of hills, bushland and farmland, as well as a seasonal waterfall that flows after steady rain.
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My Avoca, My Pyrenees
Less than 2 hours from Melbourne, the Pyrenees Wine Region is the home of award winning wines and well known labels. With over 20 cosy cellar doors to choose from, there are plenty of options where you can enjoy lunch and a tasting while overlooking the vines.