The 10 Best Free Things to do in Grampians, Victoria

November 7, 2021 Deane Carmody

Discover the best top things to do in Grampians, Australia including Barangaroo Boutique Wines, The Pinnacle, Mount Abrupt, Taltarni Vineyards, Mount Arapiles, Ararat and Grampians Visitor Information Centre, Horsham Regional Art Gallery, The Balconies, McKenzies Falls, Horsham Botanical Gardens.
Restaurants in Grampians

1. Barangaroo Boutique Wines

928 Plush Hannans Rd Lower Norton, Horsham, Victoria 3401 Australia +61 400 570 673 [email protected] http://www.barangaroowines.com.au/
Excellent
92%
Good
8%
Satisfactory
0%
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Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 13 reviews

Barangaroo Boutique Wines

Reviewed By W7538SVkatea - Horsham, Australia

Had a gfs birthday there where they had incredible grazing platters, coupled with the sparkling red! Delish!!!

2. The Pinnacle

Mt Victory Rd Sundial Carpark, Halls Gap, Victoria Australia http://www.visithallsgap.com.au/walks.htm
Excellent
80%
Good
18%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 1,217 reviews

The Pinnacle

Reviewed By 302tanial

Great walk and kids loved it to, we where with a big group and to reach the top and see the magnificent view was fantastic

3. Mount Abrupt

Grampians Rd, Dunkeld, Victoria 2795 Australia
Excellent
86%
Good
14%
Satisfactory
0%
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5.0 based on 29 reviews

Mount Abrupt

Reviewed By PhilMalone - Footscray, Australia

This is a challenging walk of around 6.5 kms return. Most of the walk to the summit is up steep sections and several steps (we counted 950 stairs in all). We completed the walk up in 1 hour and it was quite cold up the top (even though it was only early March). Once at the top you can take in unparalled views around the countryside of all the surrounding mountains and plains. Piccaninny pails into insignificance from the top of Mount Abrupt. This is well worth the effort and (having done all the Grampians walks) I would rate this one as one of the best. Do it!

4. Taltarni Vineyards

Taltarni Vineyard Main Entranc 339 Taltarni Rd, Moonambel, Victoria 3478 Australia +61 3 5459 7900 [email protected] http://www.taltarni.com.au
Excellent
63%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
3%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 70 reviews

Taltarni Vineyards

*Bookings are required for all cellar door visits. For more information, please view https://www.taltarni.com.au/bookings/. Taltarni Vineyards is one of the pioneering wineries of Victoria's Pyrenees, dedicated to making exceptional wines from the unique terroir of the region. Taltarni Vineyard and Winery was founded on the principles of individuality, independence and expression, which still guide them today. Utilising innovative new-world techniques, Taltarni produces a diverse range of high-calibre still red and white wines and methode-traditionnelle crafted sparklings. Located in the heart of the picturesque Pyrenees, Taltarni's vineyard is surrounded by rolling hills. Enjoy a wine tasting in the cellar door, relax by the fire in winter or out on the alfresco area in the warmer months.

Reviewed By 101bradm - Melbourne, Australia

I had planned a day trip for Saturday of the recent Labour Day weekend with several wineries and a lunch in the Pyrenees Wine region of Victoria. (See other my other reviews) Each of the wineries i chose had been rated 5 stars by Halliday a few years ago, and as such i suppose i expect the experience to reflect this. Taltarni Wines did not disappoint. After some other experiences that had not quite hit the mark, it was nice to end the day with this winery. The member of staff at the cellar door was working solo but still managed to juggle the needs of multiple groups of people seamlessly. Her knowledge of the product could not be flawed and offered the right amount of hospitality you expect from a well known (& Halliday rated) vineyard. With around 20 competing vineyards in this region you need to get it right if you expect the public to recommend you over others. I would certainly return to Taltarni on a future visit to the region & happily left with several bottles of wine on this occasion.

5. Mount Arapiles

Victoria Australia https://parkweb.vic.gov.au/explore/parks/mount-arapiles-tooan-state-park
Excellent
80%
Good
15%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
3%
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0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 40 reviews

Mount Arapiles

Reviewed By CheltenhamVIC - Melbourne, Australia

Near Natimuk, Mount Arapiles is a great place to stop when passing through Western Victoria. It is on the road from Horsham to Edenhope then Naracoorte (South Australia). A short drive takes you to the summit car park, where a short steep walk up a rocky "staircase" leads you to the summit and the lookout. People visiting the summit need to be agile - the walk is part man-made and part natural rock (ie not for the grandparents with their walking frames). There isn't a view from the car park itself. If you have time take the separate road the camp ground at the base and look out for the rock climbers up on the cliffs.

6. Ararat and Grampians Visitor Information Centre

91 High St, Ararat, Victoria 3377 Australia +61 1800 657 158 [email protected] http://arts-events-tourism.ararat.vic.gov.au/visitor-information
Excellent
74%
Good
19%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
0%
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 58 reviews

Ararat and Grampians Visitor Information Centre

Reviewed By pamhellings2 - Adelaide, Australia

Lots of useful information and helpful staff both full time and volunteers . Worth a visit as soon as you hit Ararat.

80 Wilson St, Horsham, Victoria 3400 Australia +61 3 5382 9575 [email protected] http://www.horshamtownhall.com.au/exhibitions-whats-on/horsham-regional-art-gallery/
Excellent
0%
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100%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 19 reviews

Horsham Regional Art Gallery

8. The Balconies

Reeds Lookout Carpark, Victoria Australia http://parkweb.vic.gov.au/explore/parks/grampians-national-park/things-to-do/reeds-lookout
Excellent
67%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
0%
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 143 reviews

The Balconies

Reviewed By 389glenne - Moe, Australia

Not much to say...except the view is fantastic and worth the trip. Im only saying more because the site wants more words!....You won't regret the trip to get here. We went via McKenzie falls which were also excellent.

9. McKenzies Falls

Northern Grampains Road, Hamilton, Victoria Australia http://parkweb.vic.gov.au/explore/parks/grampians-national-park/things-to-do/mackenzie-falls
Excellent
65%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
0%
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0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 265 reviews

McKenzies Falls

Reviewed By PoppyTawny - Geelong, Australia

Well worth the effort. We went after rain and the falls were superb. Hike back up was definitely a work out! We continued down to fish falls for some extra scenery before heading back.

10. Horsham Botanical Gardens

Horsham, Victoria 3400 Australia +61 3 5382 9777 [email protected]
Excellent
43%
Good
41%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 97 reviews

Horsham Botanical Gardens

Reviewed By P7078OUjennyt

I love visiting here. It is nice and cool over Summer, with plenty of shade on offer.. no dogs also so the lawns are pristine!

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