Top Things to do in Gippsland
Top Restaurants in Gippsland
What to do and see in Gippsland, Victoria: The Best Specialty Museums
Discover the best top things to do in Gippsland, Australia including Trafalgar Holden Museum, Gippsland Vehicle Collection, Port Albert Maritime Museum, Coal Creek Community Park and Museum, Dinosaur Dreaming, Krowathunkooloong Keeping Place, Former railway signalbox, Griffiths' Sea Shell Museum & Marine Display, PowerWorks, Port Welshpool Maritime Museum.
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1. Trafalgar Holden Museum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 52 reviews
Reviewed By helencarter0306
Sensational visit to the Holden Museum in Trafalgar, my husband an enthusiast, I went along for the ride...We were welcomed with open arms, a personalised tour with ‘young’ Jake and the knowledge and history imparted fantastic. Who knew Holden was more than Cars..Leather Goods, Boats, Racing, our beloved Australian Transport. Please support these guys, they are preserving history and doing a fantastic job....a great day out, support our rural communities!
2. Gippsland Vehicle Collection
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 60 reviews
Gippsland's Premier Motor Museum - with changing of display theme every 4 months, around 60 stellar vehicles and 50 Motorcycles on display, along with much memorabilia.
Reviewed By ColinMacau_China
Not being a car person my self, it was suggested to me to take a visit and wow, totally unexpected, way above my expectations, I was certainly not disappointed. The collection is very well laid out and the individual exhibits are themselves very interesting, many with a local flavor. The team running the collection are I understand volunteers only too keen to talk about any exhibit. I was told by one of the staff that the exhibitions are changed on a regular basis. Plenty to interest all the family. A covered picnic area outside. for visitors use. The GVC is a real credit to the community and the people involved.
3. Port Albert Maritime Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 46 reviews
The Gippsland Regional Maritime Museum Port Albert is located in Gippsland's first port, Port Albert, discovered in 1841 by the survivors of the wreck of the steamer Clonmel on the Ninety Mile Beach. The Museum has an extensive collection of historic artifacts, photos and documents housed in the heritage listed Bank of Victoria built in 1861 to store gold from the Gippsland Gold Rush. The Museum houses an extensive library and archive which is available for research and there is a comprehensive education kit of student activities. The landscaped grounds contain the fishing boat 'Morning Star', 'Suzy' and the Cliffy Island workboat. There is a Trotman's anchor from the steam tug and trawler 'Wybia', two large sailing ship anchors, the restored Citadel Light, channel markers and beacons and an offshore oil/gas drill bit. There is a large timber deck where groups can sit and have tea and coffee. The museum is open 10:00am to 4pm daily Sept- May. Weekends & school hols Jun-Aug.
4. Coal Creek Community Park and Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 158 reviews
Every building and object at Coal Creek has a story to tell. Coal Creek Community Park and Museum is a recreated coal mining village that depicts the history of Korumburra and its districts from 1870 to 1920. Our original and replica buildings tell the story of everyday life of our early migrants. Housing a collection of industrial, agricultural and social history. Please note: - Entry is free but tickets must be booked via our website - Children under 16 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. - Please wear appropriate footwear as we are an outdoor venue. - Assistant Dogs permitted only.
Reviewed By 3stewartr - Hillside, Australia
We had a fantastic morning at Coal Creek. Our son who is 8, had a great time exploring the different buildings. The volunteers were very friendly and knowledgeable. Definitely worth a visit!
5. Dinosaur Dreaming
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 32 reviews
Reviewed By 938billiep - Trafalgar, Australia
Interesting reading material at the Shell museum about the dinosaurs once roaming the area, walk down along the coast line at Cape Paterson to visit where they once walked & fossils have been found. Great for all ages.
6. Krowathunkooloong Keeping Place
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 16 reviews
Reviewed By kenc753 - Queensland, Australia
This small museum tells the story of the Gunaikurnai people & the other clans of the areas Visitors to the Keeping Place can learn, understand and appreciate the history of the Gunaikurnai people through guided or self-guided tours of the museum. The display includes traditional hunting and fighting weapons, bark canoes, baskets, fishing spears, boomerangs and an exhibition of contemporary Gunaikurnai art. There are staff members on hand to answer questions.
7. Former railway signalbox
8. Griffiths' Sea Shell Museum & Marine Display
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 134 reviews
Reviewed By janeteB7701ZT
My Grandkids ask to come here every time they visit. Lots of stuff in the large free shop area and heaps in the area out the back that you pay to see.
9. PowerWorks
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 3 reviews
10. Port Welshpool Maritime Museum
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 5 reviews
Reviewed By StaceyBassett - Melbourne, Australia
Ellen (one of the volunteers) greeted us today and showed us through this museum. Essentially had a private tour and learnt a lot about the building, the family who originally owned it, the local town and some other antiques on display. Really enjoyed walking through this museum. Well worth the visit, thanks Ellen :)
