Pack the car, jump on a train, get off the freeway...

The Goulburn River Valley Region in the heart of Victoria is famous for its scenicbeauty, which is characterised by rolling hills, lush forests, majestic rivers and lakes, rural plains and the mighty Goulburn River – the lifeblood of the region – making it a hugely popular lifestyle and holiday destination.

Pack the car, jump on a train or get off the freeway and visit our picturesque region.

Travel the Trawool Valley, be amazed at the beauty of the Valley of a Thousand Hills, taste our award-winning wine and gourmet produce or have a mountain of fun in the snow! There’s an amazing array of things to do in our region. You can even visit the childhood home of notorious bushranger Ned Kelly and learn about his life along the Ned Kelly Trail.

If you’re yearning to get back to nature try paddling along the mighty Goulburn on a canoe safari, go bushwalking and hiking in our spectacular forests, cycle along the Goulburn River High Country Rail Trail and see an abundance of native wildlife in and around our wetlands and National Parks.

Our region is home to award-winning wineries and our fertile soils grow some of the best produce in the world – you can taste both at the source or at one of our many superb dining locations. We offer everything from historic country pubs and picturesque vineyard settings to classy restaurants and romantic hideaways.

Events and festivals, art and culture, history and heritage – we have it all in the Goulburn River Valley Region.

There is a huge range of accommodation to choose from, with everything from secluded country retreats and quaint B&Bs to modern apartments and luxury motels to make your stay a pleasure. Come and experience it for yourself!

Find out more about the destinations of the region and our regions events here.