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Cover: Bendigo Town Hall Sunset Image credit: Joel Bramley Photography
ExploreBendigo ExploreHeathcote BendigoEatDrinkShop Contents
2 Welcome
4 Bendigo Region 2020 Bucket List
6 Itineraries
10 Events & Festivals
14 See & Do
28 Arts & Culture
44 Shop & Relax
52 Eat & Drink
76 Heathcote
88 Great Outdoors
94 Accommodation
112 Explore the Region
121 Services Information
124 Maps
bendigotourism.com heathcote.org.au 1 Welcome Welcome to Bendigo & Heathcote
Bendigo’s history is as diverse as its landscape. Before Indulge in Australia’s first UNESCO Creative City of European settlement, this region was known as Jaara Gastronomy, celebrating our region’s culture, creativity and Jaara Country by its traditional land owners. Between sustainability. Fall in love with local produce at food, wine 1850 and 1900, it became the world’s richest city thanks and craft beer festivals throughout the year; visit leading to the gold rush and most recently, a cosmopolitan revival cellar doors and farmers’ market, and experience the of movers and shakers has put Bendigo back on the map. paddock to plate sensation in one of our leading award Today, Bendigo is renowned for its creative fusion of winning cafés or restaurants. classic with contemporary, offering a world-class arts An impressive events calendar will feature the return of scene where the city itself is a living gallery – passionately Australian exclusive art exhibitions, the Lost Trades Fair, and personally shared by its creators, curators and the White Night and the 150th Bendigo Easter Fair. community. Enjoy this insider’s guide to the Bendigo and Heathcote Become immersed in Bendigo’s history with hands on region and discover a place that locals know and love. authentic experiences. Explore a real gold mine, ride a vintage tram, create a clay pot and learn about our Chinese history.
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Bendigo Region 2020 Bucket List
Our guide to the must do’s when visiting the Bendigo region in 2020.
1. Check out Australia's first major exhibition dedicated 6. View the recently completed Great Stupa of to showcasing contemporary Indigenous fashion, Universal Compassion, the largest Buddhist Piinpi: Contemporary Indigenous Fashion at Bendigo Stupa outside of Asia. Art Gallery, 18 July – 18 October. 7. Dance with dragons at the 150th Bendigo 2. Once the Sandhurst Mining Exchange, the newly Easter Fair, the longest running community restored 1872 Beehive Building will be ready to festival in Australia, 10 – 13 April. explore in 2020. Keep an eye out for opening dates 8. Discover Bendigo’s recently opened lounge bar, on our website. Ms Batterhams, sophisticated yet unpretentious, 3. Be inspired by the ‘art of handmade’ at the set in the basement of the old school hall at Lost Trades Fair, 7 – 8 March. MacKenzie Quarters in the arts precinct. 4. Learn about Bendigo’s growing street art scene with 9. Meet for a cheeky drink at Bendigo’s first the newly created Bendigo Street Art Tour, taking rooftop bar, Nimbus. you into the CBD’s hidden spaces filled with art. 10. Indulge in the ultimate feast with a series of 5. The magic of White Night returns to Bendigo, City of Gastronomy events throughout the year, 10 October, with the city coming alive through installation, lighting, exhibitions, performance, throughout the region. film, music, dance and more. For more information visit bendigotourism.com
Image: Beehive Building 2019. Joel Bramley Photography.
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Discover Bendigo’s diverse history from its traditional landowners, the gold rush era to today.
BREAKFAST LUNCH DINNER Start your morning with artisan hand- Grab a bite to eat from local pub Dine in one of Bendigo’s many crafted bakery goods and locally favourites, The Boundary Hotel, or repurposed heritage buildings. brewed coffee at The Good Loaf the iconic Hotel Shamrock in the Once gold rush banks and local Sourdough Bakery and Café, housed CBD. And follow up with a visit to the favourites include Bunja Thai, Rocks within the uniquely transformed and Bendigo Soldiers Memorial Museum. on Rosalind and Wine Bank on View. heritage-listed former Beaurepaires building. AFTERNOON EVENING Immerse yourself in Bendigo’s Catch a movie at Star Cinema, MID MORNING history at iconic attractions. formerly the Eaglehawk Town Hall, Take a tour of one of our many Learn about our mining history from the comfort of your own heritage buildings. Tour Ulumbarra at Central Deborah Gold Mine, couch with a glass of local red wine Theatre where heritage and modern hop on board a Vintage Talking in hand. Or take a moonlit walk elements blend beautifully within the Tram tour, and discover Bendigo’s along Pall Mall and View Street, walls of the former Sandhurst Gaol, Chinese history at the Bendigo a memorable way to see the city’s or indulge with a high tea and tour Joss House Temple and the Golden most iconic heritage buildings of the magnificent Fortuna Villa. Dragon Museum. and monuments lit up.
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Keep the whole family entertained with authentic hands on activities.
BREAKFAST LUNCH DINNER Head to Percy and Percy and grab Enjoy lunch with a view at The Clogs are a Bendigo institute for a table in the ever popular leafy Boardwalk Bendigo, overlooking family friendly dining. Open daily courtyard for a modern breaky, the picturesque Lake Weeroona. from 5pm, choose from an extensive babyccino and coffee fix. Nearby, your little ones can enjoy kids menu, and while you wait your the playground and take a leisurely kids can create their very own pizza MID MORNING stroll while enjoying a handmade dough sculpture, baked and ready Fun for young and old, give your ice-cream from Favourite Flavours. to eat or admire. brain a challenge at the Discovery Science & Technology Centre, AFTERNOON EVENING or have it completely blown at Get creative and try your hand at Complete your family fun night Confectionery Capers. wheel throwing at Bendigo Pottery, out with an evening of ten pin or for those a little more adventurous bowling at Bendigo Bowling Centre, The Zone is the ultimate venue for complete with pool tables, arcade indoor and outdoor fun. amusements, licenced bar and café.
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Be inspired by a creativity hub of movers and shakers shaping the city.
BREAKFAST LUNCH DINNER Dive into a beautifully handcrafted Treat yourself to a Roaming Lunch Dine at the 2020 Age Good Food pure butter croissant and coffee at at Masons of Bendigo. That’s seven Guide People’s Choice restaurant, Harvest Food & Wine. You won’t insane dishes within 50 minutes. The Woodhouse. Wagyu lovers will be disappointed, but you will be You can’t go wrong. salivate over the menu, along with back for more. wood fired pizzas, charcuterie and AFTERNOON indulgent desserts. MID MORNING Explore View Street arts precinct, Jump on board one of the city’s home to the extraordinary collection EVENING new walking Foodie Tours and meet of one of Australia’s largest and most Enjoy Bendigo’s nightlife with live passionate foodie heroes or visit impressive regional art galleries, music, the performing arts and The Great Stupa near the historic Bendigo Art Gallery. Or venture entertainment. Check out balconies, Eaglehawk for a morning of spiritual a little further on Bendigo’s Artist beer gardens, laneways and wellbeing. Walk exploring galleries, laneways, underground bars, The Capital studios and artisan wares. or Ulumbarra Theatre.
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Indulge in a little retail therapy and pampering with your besties.
BREAKFAST LUNCH DINNER Tuck into a healthy breaky and Get your taste buds around Wander down a quirky laneway smoothie at a local providore international cuisine, the options under the fairy lights to dine at café, where local produce is the hero are endless. Sangria Spanish Tapas Bar. Share on the plate. Bendigo Wholefoods or plates and churros are a must! Edwards Providore are your best bet! AFTERNOON Enjoy an afternoon of meeting the EVENING MID MORNING makers at boutique cellar doors Kick into the night with an extensive Shop ‘til you drop with inner city of award winning wines – Shiraz is range of craft beer, boutique wine shopping – think boutique retailers, our specialty, but new Spanish and and cocktails hand selected by designer labels, homewares, vintage Italian varieties are now available. bartenders at Rocks on Rosalind, in and quirky finds or big brands at Learn their stories, sample the latest a hidden beer garden at Handle Bar Bendigo Marketplace. Or treat vintage or if you’re lucky enough, or laneway drinks at The Dispensary. yourself to a little pampering and straight from the barrel. indulgence at Jools for Jim.
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events & Festivals
Bendigo is the regional destination of choice for arts and culture, business and corporate, national and international sports, as well as world-class food and wine events.
Our most well-known and loved event is the famous It doesn’t matter what time of year you visit Bendigo Bendigo Easter Fair, celebrating 150 years in 2020. – the calendar of events is bursting at the seams, ensuring Australia’s oldest running community festival sees families there will always be something fabulous happening. from all over the globe revisiting the city during this Visit bendigotourism.com for more details. beautiful time of the year. Home-grown celebrations continue to shine with events returning that both locals and visitors have come to love. Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival, Bendigo On The Hop, Elmore Field Days and the Australian Sheep and Wool Show are being joined by some exciting new additions to the events calendar that you will definitely not want to miss.
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7 - 8 March, 2020 10 - 13 April, 2020 Lost Trades Fair Showcasing more than 150 makers, artisans, 150th Bendigo Easter Fair tradespeople and crafts men and women openly Celebrating 150 years in 2020, join us for Australia’s demonstrating and sharing their skills, talent and oldest continuous running community festival filled craftsmanship. with fun and entertainment for the whole family. Bendigo Racecourse, White Hills Various venues, Bendigo losttrades.info bendigoeasterfestival.org.au
20 - 24 March, 2020 2 May, 2020 Eaglehawk Dahlia Arts Festival From the beauty of the dahlia flower in show to a Groovin the Moo gala fair, folk art, street procession and more - there’s Don’t miss out on this massive touring music festival, something for everyone. hosting over 10 hours of non-stop bands and DJ sets. Eaglehawk Bendigo Prince of Wales Showgrounds eaglehawkfestival.org.au gtm.net.au
4 April, 2020 8 - 10 May, 2020
Strategem Bendigo Winemakers Festival Bendigo Big Bookmark Celebrate the end of harvest with Bendigo regional Share your love of words and ideas in and around the winemakers and sample handcrafted vintages and cultural hub of View Street with three days of boutique styles of local wine. events. Rosalind Park, Bendigo The Capital bendigowine.org.au bendigowritersfestival.com.au
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6 June, 2020 29 August, 2020
ILLUMIN8 Festival of Light & Peace Bendigo On The Hop Celebrate peace and harmony as inspired by Australia’s best and most unique winter beer festival. Buddha’s life. The festival commemorates the birth, Meet the brewers, sample unique beers and be enlightenment and passing of Buddha. entertained whilst you stroll from venue to venue. The Great Stupa of Universal Compassion, Bendigo Bendigo CBD stupa.org.au bendigobeer.com
7 June, 2020 3 - 4 October, 2020
Maldon QB Swap Meet Heathcote Wine & Food Festival Growing year in year out, this event sees a broad Join more than 40 wineries from the Heathcote region, range of automotive items, displays and collectables food producers, vendors, live music and children’s all in one great country location. activities for a family friendly weekend. Maldon Racecourse Reserve, Maldon Heathcote Showgrounds maldonevents.com heathcotewinegrowers.com.au
17 - 19 July, 2020 9 - 17 October, 2020
Australian Sheep & Wool Show Bendigo Heritage Uncorked Week Join Australia’s top wool growers, lamb producers Enjoy the region’s wine and food in historic landmarks. and woollen fashion, plus events including the Experience a series of boutique events set to indulge Women of Wool luncheon and Festival of Lamb. your senses. Bendigo Exhibition Centre Various venues, Bendigo sheepshow.com bendigowine.org.au
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28 OCTOBER, 2020
Jayco Bendigo Cup Enjoy family friendly world class racing in a relaxed 10 October, 2020 atmosphere with live entertainment, fashion and more. Bendigo Jockey Club, White Hills White Night Bendigo country.racing.com/bendigo Bendigo will come alive through installation, lighting, exhibition, performance, film, music, dance and more throughout the streets, laneways and public spaces. Various CBD venues, Bendigo whitenight.com.au
5 - 8 November, 2020
Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival A massive four day music event at 50 venues in and around Bendigo with more than 140 acts performing. Various venues, Bendigo bendigobluesandroots.com.au
23 - 24 October, 2020
Bendigo Agricultural Show The Bendigo Showgrounds come to life with family- filled fun from carnival rides, farmyard animals, tasty treats, side show alleys, showbags and night time entertainment. 14 - 15 November, 2020 Bendigo Prince of Wales Showgrounds bendigoshow.org.au Bendigo Swap Meet One of the largest events of its kind, offering car parts and collectables of all eras attracting more than 20,000 motoring enthusiasts. Bendigo Prince of Wales Showgrounds, Bendigo bendigoswap.com.au
24 - 25 October, 2020 29 February, 2021 Open House Bendigo Bendigo’s impressive architecture is set to open its Scots Day Out doors for public viewing with a diverse program A contemporary celebration of all things Scottish right boasting heritage sites, contemporary designs, in the centre of Bendigo in the shady and picturesque walking tours and more. Rosalind Park. Various CBD venues, Bendigo Rosalind Park, Bendigo openhousemelbourne.org/bendigo-2020 scotsdayout.com
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Venture deep underground, dance with a Chinese lion, move to the clickity-clack of the rails, and get your hands dirty. Let your adventure start here.
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Heritage Revival
“The architecture in Bendigo is so grand, and the history is so rich, I really wanted to do that justice. So much work went into creating these beautiful buildings, they deserve to be brought back to life and truly showcased.”
Rhianwen Seiter MacKenzie Quarters & Ms Batterhams Lounge
There’s no question the historical architectural beauty of Live Like A Local the gold rush era is on show in beautiful Bendigo, but Experience Bendigo’s heritage with a tour of the city what makes it really special is the revival and reinvention by foot, carriage or tram. of some of these iconic spaces – many of which are Dine in former heritage gold rush bank buildings cleverly hidden away. Rocks on Rosalind and Wine Bank on View, former The historic gaol is now home to the majestic Ulumbarra glass factory Masons of Bendigo or once tyre store Theatre. Bath Lane is now a thriving retail precinct, once now The Good Loaf Sourdough Bakery & Café. a local market, theatre and baths. The former butcher’s that is now The Woodhouse is still a chance to deliver the Feast on a high tea and tour the magnificent Fortuna best steak in the region. Visit a schoolhouse and deanery Villa, once home to mining magnate George Lansell. now accommodation, bar and fabulous reception venue, Take a tour of Ulumbarra Theatre, where heritage and MacKenzie Quarters; or discover the character of a modern elements blend beautifully within the walls of former dispensary, in Chancery Lane. the historic Sandhurst Gaol.
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Bendigo Bowling Centre Bendigo Bowling Centre is a family friendly ten pin bowling centre that offers recreational fun, sport and league bowling. Bendigo Bowling Centre also features arcade amusements, pool tables, licensed bar and café open 7 days a week. Catering available for functions and children’s parties. 159 Hargreaves Street, Bendigo 3550 03 5443 9944 [email protected] bendigobowlingcentre.com.au
Bendigo Jockey Club For a relaxed and enjoyable day of entertainment come and visit country Victoria’s preeminent racing venue – the Bendigo Jockey Club. Enjoy the picturesque surrounds featuring the beautiful 1902 Heritage Grandstand, well manicured gardens and lush lawns. The Bendigo Jockey Club hosts 23 race meetings each year and is the home to the bet365 Golden Mile Raceday in March and the Jayco Bendigo Cup in October. Heinz Street, White Hills 3550 03 5448 4209 [email protected] country.racing.com/bendigo
Bendigo Joss House Temple The Bendigo Joss House Temple, a Chinese place of worship, was constructed in the 1870s by Chinese migrants who came to Bendigo in search of gold. It is one of the few remaining original buildings of its type in Australia and offers a fascinating insight into the intricacies of Chinese culture and beliefs. A great add-on to the Vintage Talking Tram Tour. Open from 11am - 3pm daily. Finn Street (Emu Point), North Bendigo 3550 03 5442 1685 [email protected] bendigojosshouse.com
Bendigo Town Hall Tours Step back into our golden era and experience one of the most remarkable boom time buildings in Victoria. Bendigo Town Hall’s stunning interior features elaborate plasterwork, extensive hand painted decoration and delicate gold leafing. Bookings essential through the Bendigo Visitor Centre. Times: Wednesday 2pm and Sunday 11am. Corner Hargreaves Street and Bull Street, Bendigo 3550 1800 813 153 [email protected] bendigoregion.com.au
Bendigo Walking Tours Finalist 2018 Bendigo Business Awards for Excellence in Tourism. Trip Advisor 2019 Certificate of Excellence. Jill and Pete’s daily guided walks offer a choice of: Our popular two-hour walk in Bendigo’s historic centre bringing to life the people, events and wealth that shaped our city & nation; Our one-hour walk celebrating renowned architect William Vahland; Our one-hour walk exploring the city’s architecture, unique pattern of settlement, housing and social history. Check website for details & Trip Advisor for reviews. Bookings essential. 1800 813 153 Airbnb experience bendigowalkingtours.com
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Balloon flights over Central Victoria 7 DAYS A WEEK
Perfect for celebrating a special occasion - or simply having a romantic getaway. Gently drifting through the sky in a hot air balloon is the ultimate in adventure. Gift vouchers available. Bendigo - Castlemaine - Ballarat
1800 HOT AIR (1800 468 247) | BalloonMan.com.au DavidJohnsPhotography.com.au
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Find your happy place Bendigo at Bendigo Pottery. Centre for Ceramics, Pottery Studio Arts & Antiques.
Shop for beautiful Australian made ceramics Discover the skill of our experienced potters Play with Clay make a pot on the wheel (bookings essential) or pick up a claykit for handbuilding Eat scones and drink coffee in our café Search for treasures in the Antiques & Collectables Centre with over 40 dealers Visit an artist in their studio – sculpture, painting, jewellery, glass Try local wine and produce at Glenwillow Wines and Goldfields Provedore
146 Midland Highway, Epsom 3551 (6.5km north of the centre of Bendigo) Open daily 9am - 5pm (closed Christmas Day) 03 5448 4404 [email protected] bendigopottery.com.au
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AllWhether aboard! you’re in Bendigo for a few days or just have an hour to spare, a Vintage Talking Tram Tour is the best way to get your bearings and explore the city founded on one of the world’s richest goldfields.
1 Tramways Avenue (03) 5442 2821 bendigotramways.com
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Bendigo Soldiers Memorial Institute Military Museum The Bendigo Soldiers Memorial Institute Military Museum (SMIMM) building is a significant landmark both for the residents of the City of Greater Bendigo and for visitors. The SMIMM was recently redeveloped and officially re-opened on November 15, 2018, exactly 97 years after the initial opening of the building in 1921. The museum is home to a broad range of wartime memorabilia that has either been donated or loaned by individuals and organisations. Manned by staff and volunteers, the SMIMM welcomes large group bookings by appointment and lunch at the Bendigo District RSL can also be organised after the tour where more memorabilia is displayed both inside the club and outside in the memorabilia garden. Exhibitions are held periodically in the newly developed exhibition space at the SMIMM which frequently house items for view from the Australian War Memorial and the Melbourne Shrine of Remembrance. Visit the Bendigo District RSL website for more details about exhibitions, opening times and admission fees. 37-39 Pall Mall, Bendigo 3550 03 5442 4513 [email protected] bendigorsl.com.au/museum
Cobb & Co Carriages Victoria Join Cobb & Co Carriages to explore the historic surroundings the streets of Bendigo have to offer. Let your mind wander back to yesteryear when the streets were once filled with the sound of clip-clopping hooves from the steeds of our forefathers. Our services include 15 and 30 minute tours, custom tours and weddings. Sidney Myer Place, Bendigo 3550 0438 007 144 [email protected] cobbandcocarriages.com.au
Confectionery Capers Confectionery Capers is an exposition of the wheel (man’s greatest invention), the English language (the world’s greatest language) and fine confectionery. It is FUN! FUN! FUN! And suitable for all ages. Monday - Saturday 10am - 5pm, Sunday 1pm - 5pm and Sunday during public/school holidays 10am - 5pm. Other hours by appointment. Adult $8, child $5, family $20, under 5 free, concession $6, schools $4 and community groups $5. 1028 McIvor Highway, Junortoun 3551 (opposite Farmers Arms Hotel) 03 5449 3111 [email protected] confectionerycapers.com
Discovery Science & Technology Centre Discovery has something for everyone: a host of fascinating hands on exhibits, live Minibeasts, a seven metre Vertical Slide, the Bendigo Planetarium and Kaleidoscope – a space for aspiring scientists and engineers under five. During Victorian school holidays, there are additional one-of-a-kind science shows and themed planetarium shows. Open Tuesday - Sunday, or every day during the school holidays. 7 Railway Place, Bendigo 3550 03 5444 4400 [email protected] discovery.asn.au
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Welcome to the Chinese Cultural Centre of Australia
Experience a living history of the Chinese people in Located at the entrance to the museum and part of the Bendigo from the goldrush of the 1850s to the present Chinese precinct of Bendigo, are the Yi Yuan gardens, day at the Golden Dragon Museum, Victoria’s first the Guan Yin temple and the Dai Gum San forecourt. accredited museum. Open Tuesday - Sunday 9:30am - 5pm (except Christmas In the 1890s an impressive Imperial dragon known as Day). For open times on Monday, public holidays or Loong was purchased from China by the local Chinese. to see our festival and event dates, please refer to our He is now the oldest Imperial Chinese dragon in the website or call the museum. world and is housed at the museum for viewing. The museum beautifully presents processional regalia, GOLDEN DRAGON MUSEUM carved furniture and costumes embroidered with gold YI YUAN GARDENS & Guan Yin TEMPLE bullion thread. Artifacts date as far back as the Shang Dai Gum San Dynasty 1600-1046BC. 1-11 Bridge Street, Bendigo 3550 PO Box 877, Bendigo 3552 03 5441 5044 [email protected] goldendragonmuseum.org
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Fortuna Villa The grande Fortuna Villa is a private residence that generally opens on the last weekend of the month for a 5 star high tea and unique guided tour experience (3hr duration). Bookings are essential through the Bendigo Visitor Centre. Fortuna Villa is also available for private functions, weddings and conferences. 22-48 Chum Street, Bendigo 3550 (by appointment only) 1800 813 153 fortuna-villa.com
HV McKay Rural Discovery Centre Trading as Campaspe Run, Elmore’s own heritage centre. Discover the unique history of the Sunshine Harvester, developed in this area by Hugh Victor McKay. Opening hours 9.30am – 4pm (Except Christmas Day and Good Friday) 50 Seat Theatre • Guided Tours • Group Bookings Railway Place, Elmore 3558 03 5432 6646 [email protected] bendigotourism.com/tours/elmore/campaspe-run-rural-discovery-centre
Sandhurst Gaol Tour Bendigo’s Ulumbarra Theatre rises majestically from within what was once the Sandhurst Gaol. Discover the symbiotic fusion between 1860s penitentiary architecture and clever contemporary design to create an extraordinary arts and community facility. Bookings essential through the Bendigo Visitor Centre. Times: Tuesday 11am and Saturday 11am. Gaol Road, Bendigo 3550 1800 813 153 [email protected] bendigoregion.com.au
Simply Tomatoes, Woolly Warmers and Aussie Wool Quilts - Boort Gold Winner 2017 Victorian Tourism Awards and Silver Winner 2015 & 2018 Victorian Tourism Awards Open Monday – Friday Tasting tours 10am & 12pm. One hour north of Bendigo – please call ahead. Visit... Taste... Tour... Stay. RV friendly. 479 Parkers Road Yando, Boort 3537 03 5455 4237 [email protected] simplytomatoes.com.au Virtual Tours on Google maps.
Star Cinema Star Cinema operates in the grand setting of the Eaglehawk Town Hall. We screen current and classic titles from across the globe. Kick back on our famous comfy crimson couches and enjoy a local beer, wine or snack. For a truly memorable boutique experience, check out Star Cinema. Open 7 days 2 Peg Leg Road, Eaglehawk 3556 03 5446 2025 starcinema.org.au
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The Mill Castlemaine A vibrant and exciting destination, The Mill Castlemaine is a creative hub for foodies, art admirers and seekers of the collectable and curious. Savour the deliciousness in the food and beverage precinct, offering an Austrian coffeehouse, craft brewery, smallgoods, bread, wine and chocolate makers. Explore the vintage precinct, where a multitude of stallholders sell pre-loved, up-cycled and hand-made goods. Meet the makers in the quirky arts precinct. 1-9 Walker Street, Castlemaine 3450 millcastlemaine.com.au
The Zone Fun Park The Zone is the ultimate venue for FUN in Bendigo! With a range of activities to experience, there is something to suit everyone. Laser Tag, Skating, Mini Golf, Go Karts, Paintball and more. For kids (and big kids) it’s all about having FUN! 1 Gildea Lane, East Bendigo 3550 03 5441 7046 [email protected] thezone.com.au
The Great Stupa of Universal Compassion Be inspired by tours of the largest Buddhist Stupa outside Asia, being created in the Aussie bush, 15 minutes out of Bendigo and just 2 hours outside Melbourne.
See the world’s largest Enjoy the serenity of our Peace gem-quality Jade Buddha Park, stop for a coffee at and many other beautiful StupaView Café and find the statues and artworks. perfect memento in our gift shop.
25 Sandhurst Town Road, Myers Flat 3556 03 5446 7568 [email protected] stupa.org.au
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Twisted History Tours Join the team at Twisted History for a night you won’t forget, as we share spine tingling stories of Bendigo’s haunted past. Our Victorian era guides will lead you though the streets and lanes to the most haunted locations in town. From unexplained paranormal activity to regular ghostly sightings, Bendigo has always boasted a reputation as Victoria’s most haunted city. Tour starts in front of the Bendigo Visitor Centre Check website for all details twistedhistory.net.au/tour/bendigo-ghost-tour
Victorian Goldfields Railway The must do experience for all visitors to our region. The authentic heritage railway linking the historic goldmining towns of Castlemaine and Maldon. Enjoy family friendly compartments where kids can open the windows, or travel first class and experience a little of the luxury of the golden age of rail travel with full bar service. All timetable and fare details can be found on our website. Castlemaine and Maldon Railway Stations [email protected] vgr.com.au
Coffee Culture
Bendigo is a city that thrives on its coffee culture. Amongst all the uber cool cafés to sip your favourite brew, these businesses are roasting their own beans or a dedicated coffee house.
Custom Coffees Regional Victoria’s first and premier coffee Get Naked Espresso Bar Relaxed community roaster, supplying many cafés and restaurants in Bendigo. coffee hub offering premier service and coffee.
Old Green Bean Roasting their own coffee in-house to Mister Grimsby Quiet escape to enjoy the produce a changing variety of single origin offerings. perfect coffee in the old mill building.
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Chinese Culture
When Europeans rushed for gold in the 1850s, a large Chinese community also came to Bendigo to seek their fortune. Despite early challenges, there was an acceptance that saw combined traditions and a rich celebration of Chinese culture in the region that lives on today.
Live Like A Local Learn the full story of Chinese history in Bendigo at Originally a Chinese market garden, visit PepperGreen the Golden Dragon Museum. Built on the site of the Farm to see where heritage, food and community Chinese camp, the museum is also at the heart of the come together in unison. Bendigo Easter Fair. Relax and unwind in the tranquillity of the Yi Yuan Visit Australia’s oldest Chinese temple of traditional Gardens and Kuan Yin Temple at the Dai Gum San design, Bendigo Joss House, celebrating 150 years precinct. in 2020. Join the festivities of the Chinese New Year, Lantern Festival and Bendigo Easter Fair.
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Discover local, national and international works in renowned galleries, laneways and on our streets. Explore. Create. Perform.
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Acknowledgment of Country Cultural Significance
The City of Greater Bendigo is on Dja Dja Wurrung and Ulumbarra Theatre. Taungurung Country. Meaning ‘gather together’ in the language of the local The City acknowledges and extends its appreciation to Dja Dja Wurrung people, Bendigo’s Ulumbarra Theatre the Traditional Owners of the land, and pays its respects rises majestically from what was once the Sandhurst to leaders and Elder’s past, present and emerging for Gaol. Visit Ulumbarra to take in a performance by they hold the memories, the traditions, the culture and national and international performing artists, join a the hopes of all Aboriginal people. guided tour, experience Cell 26 or hold your own event.
The City expresses its gratitude in the sharing of this View the mural of young Dja Dja Wurrung woman Akira land, sorrow for the personal, spiritual and cultural costs Kelly, by renowned artist Adnate, on loan from the Dja of that sharing and hopes that the community may walk Dja Wurrung Clans Aboriginal Corporation and displayed forward together in harmony and in the spirit of healing. in the Hon. Howard Nathan Foyer at Ulumbarra Theatre. Indigenous Culture Dja Dja Wurrung Scarred Trees. Three ancient scarred trees have been installed at Aboriginal people have lived in the part of Australia Ulumbarra Theatre. View tangible links to the Ancestors known as Victoria for at least 40,000 years. The of this land. Aboriginal clans who occupied this land prior to European settlements were the Dja Dja Wurrung Dja Dja Wurrung Talking Tram. and the Taungurung people. Both clans are part Tells the story of Bendigo’s first people and features of the Kulin Nation, five distinct but closely related artwork inside and out by Aboriginal artist Natasha communities, now referred to as south central Victoria. Carter (featured right).
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“ Never before have so many works by Indigenous designers and artists been brought together to this extent, and in this way.”
Jessica Bridgfoot Bendigo Art Gallery Director
Bendigo Art Gallery continues to shine with its reputation Live Like A Local for hosting incredible international art and fashion Other highlights of the Bendigo Art Gallery 2020 exhibitions, including Grace Kelly, Marilyn Monroe and Exhibition Program most recently Tudors to Windsors. Bessie Davidson and Sally Smart In 2020 Bendigo Art Gallery will host the first major - Two artists and the Parisian avant-garde survey of contemporary Indigenous Australian fashion 21 March to 21 June undertaken in this country. Piinpi: Contemporary Ross Taylor: Field Notes Indigenous Fashion will celebrate Indigenous art, history 28 March to 5 July and culture through the lens of contemporary fashion. Photo 2020: The Burning World Piinpi will feature the work of Indigenous artists and 24 April - 26 July designers from the inner city to remote desert art centres, Void: Contemporary Indigenous Art highlighting the strength and diversity of the rapidly 8 November – 31 January, 2021 expanding Indigenous fashion and textile industry. It will feature collections by Grace Lillian-Lee, Lyn-Al Young, Lisa Waaup x Verner, Hopevale Arts and many more.
Image Credit: Grace Lillian Lee, Body Armour – A Weave of Reflection Pink and Orange 2018. Photography by Wade Lewis. Image courtesy of the artist.
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“ We’re very proud of the tradition created by our ancestors and the longstanding relationship we have with the Bendigo Easter Fair Society since the 1870s. I particularly love the Return of the Dragon to the Dai Gum San Precinct after the Gala Parade – it’s such a spectacle of colour and noise which would be hard to match anywhere in the world."
Doug Lougoon President, Bendigo Chinese Association
Commencing in 1871, the Bendigo Easter Fair is one LIVE LIKE A LOCAL of Australia’s oldest ongoing community events, thanks Be in the hunt for over 170,000 Easter eggs on to the generous contributions back in 1879 from the Hazeldene's Good Friday and Easter Saturday at the Chinese community. Today the tradition continues as Vision Australia Easter Egg Hunt. Be sure to book a Bendigo’s Chinese community supports and works closely ticket to secure your spot. with the fair celebrating its 150th anniversary in 2020. Move to the beat of the drums, Chinese lions Over the Easter long weekend, Bendigo’s beautiful and 100,000 crackers as part of the Chinese Rosalind Park and surrounding streets will be transformed Spring Festival and Awakening of the Dragon and bursting with over 80 family friendly events from live at the Dai Gum San Precinct, Easter Sunday. stage shows, hands on activities, carnival rides, markets, Find your place along the road to cheer a convoy of live music, roving performers, fireworks and more. illuminated floats in the Fosterville Gold Torchlight Procession, concluding with a fireworks display over Join tens of thousands as they line the streets to view the the city, Easter Sunday. magnificent Bendigo Advertiser Gala Parade, featuring Join the thousands of people lining the streets Dai Gum Loong, the world’s longest Golden Dragon, Easter Monday to watch the gorgeous display weaving his way through the heart of Bendigo. of colour in the Bendigo Advertiser Gala Parade For information visit bendigoeasterfestival.org.au with Bendigo’s newest dragon Dai Gum Loong.
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A CREATIVE CITY
“Pennyweight Walk and the Bendigo Bank precinct off Bath Lane, Chancery Lane, and of course Minna Leunig’s beautiful work in Mitchell Street… there is something to be found around every corner. Wander, and enjoy the process of discovery.”
Maree Tonkin Coordinator Creative Communities, City of Greater Bendigo
It’s not just beautiful buildings that are to be admired Live Like A Local in the city – talented artists have adorned its streetscape Check out View Street, home to Bendigo’s arts providing treasures to be uncovered in laneways, streets precinct including one of Australia’s oldest and largest and hidden locations all over the CBD. Bendigo’s quality regional galleries in Australia, Bendigo Art Gallery. arts and culture scene can be appreciated by simply Take a piece of your own Bendigo artwork home meandering through the heart of the city. and throw a pot at Bendigo Pottery. Locations are dotted all over Bendigo and there is so Be inspired by ever changing installations at much colour and skill to enjoy. Take the Street Art Tour Dudley House, Living Arts Space, La Trobe and be led and informed by one of our talented local Art Institute and the Post Office Gallery. artists, or pick up a map and take the self-guided walk, Visit one of the city’s most photographed ensuring there is plenty of time for a coffee and a selfie pockets. There is always something new to along the way. find in Chancery Lane. Get an insider’s view of Bendigo’s growing street art scene and join the newly created Bendigo Street Art Tour and leave your own mark on the city.
Image Credit: Artist, Jack Fran, Bath Lane.
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“ Our live music scene is now one to be envied. The Blues Tram offers a truly unique experience, which you simply won’t find anywhere else.”
Colin Thompson Festival Director, Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival
The grass is bluer in Bendigo. From humble grass Live Like A Local root beginnings to the emerging music scene that is Enjoy four days of tunes at the annual Bendigo blues and roots, Bendigo is fast becoming known for Blues & Roots Music Festival, 5 – 8 November. its unique blues scene. You can slip into a laneway, step Jump on board the Blues Tram, a combo of two of into a church or descend a staircase to below street Bendigo’s best experiences – its historic trams and level to experience the blues. sublime music talent. Departing Central Deborah In 2011, local musos launched the first annual Bendigo Gold Mine monthly. Blues & Roots Music Festival with a focus on local and Get in the groove with live acoustic music in independent talent, and it hasn’t looked back since. Chancery Lane, in a hidden beer garden at Handle Today the four day festival sees more than 140 acts Bar, at local favourite Rifle Brigade Hotel or in the perform in over 50 venues, transforming the city’s parks, intimate Church on the Hill. streets and pubs into one citywide live music venue. The Shiraz Republic and Palling Bros. Brewery regularly host live music amongst the vines and in their breweries in the Heathcote region.
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Experience a vast array of premium performing arts concerts and entertainment events at our world-class venues.
We host hundreds of performances every year, including Australia’s finest theatrical and fine music and dance companies, live music, comedy, cabaret, niche and boutique events. In addition to that dynamic mix, Bendigo Venues & Events co-produces a major Writers Festival, Music Festivals, business conferences, as well as community functions and events.
Visit gotix.com.au for details on upcoming concerts and events!
A business unit of the City of Greater Bendigo.
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Bendigo Art Gallery Established in 1887, Bendigo Art Gallery is renowned for its collection of contemporary Australian art as well as 19th and early 20th century Australian and European works. The Gallery has cemented its reputation for presenting innovative national and international exhibitions alongside a dynamic suite of programs and events. Free guided tours at 11am and 2pm. 42 View Street, Bendigo 3550 03 5434 6088 [email protected] bendigoartgallery.com.au
Bridgeward Grove Olives & Art Farm Gate Discover an authentic unique experience and learn the Indigenous history as discovered by the Howard Family, watch a unique marionette performance called “Swagman’s Luck”, appreciate works of arts, hold private functions, attend special events and enjoy and buy olives, olive products and preserves. Closed first Saturday and third Sunday of each month, open all other times. 170 English’s Road, Goornong 3557 03 5432 2291 [email protected] bwgrove.com.au
Buda Historic Home & Garden Of national significance, this gracious gold-rush era home is surrounded by a delightful 3 acre garden and retail plant nursery. Inside features the intact furnishings, personal belongings and art collection spanning 118 years of the talented Leviny family. Open Wednesday - Saturday 12pm - 5pm and Sundays and public holidays 10am - 5pm. Group tours and functions any time by appointment. 42 Hunter Street, Castlemaine 3450 03 5472 1032 [email protected] budacastlemaine.org
Gail Tavener Art Studio Studio is just 4 minutes from CBD. Original works, prints, cards, tram photographs and more. Selected prints available now at the Bendigo Visitor Centre, Bendigo Pottery, Central Deborah Gold Mine, Tramways Depot and Golden Dragon Museum. For unique textile ranges, please email me. Studio open upon request, please phone first - thank you. 76 Emmett Street, Golden Square 3555 03 5442 4006 [email protected] gailtavener.com
La Trobe Art Institute The LAI is the focus of La Trobe University’s cultural mission in Bendigo. It has an innovative exhibition program through the public gallery featuring local, national and international contemporary artists. It also engages in a schedule of public program events. The venue is available for hire for corporate and community functions. 121 View Street, Bendigo 3550 [email protected] latrobe.edu.au/art-institute
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This vibrant space connects you with Bendigo’s contemporary arts and culture scene by sharing the unique stories and talents of arts and crafts practitioners from the Bendigo Region and Central Victoria.
Set within the grand Old Post Office, and using the magnificent heritage backdrop, the Living Art Space is transformed from fine art gallery to modern and interactive play space throughout the year making it a must see whenever visiting Bendigo. A quality calendar of changing exhibitions, artists’ talks, demonstrations and workshops allows visitors and local community to immerse themselves into our unique arts world.
Open daily 9am - 5pm (except Christmas Day) Bendigo Visitor Centre. 51-67 Pall Mall, Bendigo 3550 1800 813 153 [email protected] bendigoregion.com.au
Post Office Gallery offers a dynamic program of exhibitions and events that explore the region’s long and proud history. Situated in the former post office building on Pall Mall, Post Office Gallery is a satellite space of Bendigo Art Gallery. Entry by donation. Open daily 9am - 5pm (except Christmas Day).
51-67 Pall Mall, Bendigo 3550 03 5434 6088 [email protected] bendigoartgallery.com.au
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Want to experience and Artists Walk meet Bendigo’s arts Image Credit: Artist, Minna Leunig. community? Here’s an idea to get you started...
1 Chancery Lane Rowan Street Close by, there is an abundance of artists in residence at the Living Arts Space 2 9 10 Bendigo Pottery and Gail Tavener & Post Office Gallery Artist Studio. Join our new Street 3 bob boutique Mackenzie Street Art Walking Tour with local artist Nacho Station. 4 Minna Leunig Mural View Street 5 Handle Bar 2 6 Gallery 369 High Street Pall Mall Alexandra Bath Lane & 3 7 8 Fountain Pennyweight Walk 1 Bull Street 8 Laity Lane & Exhibit B 7 Bath Lane 9 La Trobe Art Institute M itchell Street
Bendigo Art Gallery Williamson Street 10 & Dudley House Hargreaves Street 6 5 www.bendigoregion.com.au/explore-bendigo/artist-walk Myers Street Use #explorebendigo to join the conversation on social media 4
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Take home treasured mementoes from your time in Bendigo. Find boutique buys, local designs and big brands.
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Spoil Yourself
“ My family has been here 72 years and it’s wonderful to be a part of this community and all it has to offer. When people buy local it supports us all in so many ways.”
Peter Valentine Valentine’s Antiques & Gallery 369
There is no better way to support a local community Live Like A Local than to shop in it and Bendigo provides you with an Be inspired by fashion events such as the abundance of locations that will encourage you to feel Bendigo Cup and Spring Racing Carnival, good about giving back. The heart of the city offers a the Australian Sheep & Wool Show and Ag Art. vast retail hub with a fantastic array of boutique buys, fashion, secondhand book hunting, antiques and Pick up a copy of the Bendigo Dining & Shopping collectables, and big brand buys. Find yourself a Guide to get an insider’s guide to the city’s favourite special piece of Bendigo to take home as a reminder shopping precincts. For boutique buys and gifts of your great visit. check out Bath Lane. On the weekends, enjoy getting to know local makers Get your fix of big brands with over 90 specialty and small home grown businesses at the popular Trove stores under one roof at Bendigo Marketplace. Makers’ Market and Moonlight Market. From food Treat yourself to a little pampering at Jools for Jim, to clothing, jewelry and art, there are many talented you deserve it. makers creating wonderful items to enjoy.
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Bendigo Book Mark Providing a quality range of secondhand and new books. Subject specialties include sci-fi/fantasy fiction, children’s/teen and military. Two floors to browse. 24 High Street, Bendigo 3550 Opposite McDonald’s Bendigo (150 metres south of the Fountain) 03 5441 7866 [email protected]
The Akubra specialist! Unique to Bendigo, Victoria’s largest range of hats for all seasons. All ages, mens and ladies, teens and tots. Accessories, scarves, wraps, gloves, umbrellas and lots more. Locally owned and operated for over 25 years. Three stores down from central McDonald’s Bendigo... come and browse. Open 7 days.
55 High Street, Bendigo 3550 03 5441 8737 bendigohatshop.com.au
Bendigo Marketplace Start here for all your shopping needs. Bendigo Marketplace Shopping Centre is located in the heart of Bendigo. Bendigo Marketplace features over 90 specialty stores, whether you’re looking for great fashion, food or just a place to grab a cup of coffee, Bendigo Marketplace has it all! 116-120 Mitchell Street, Bendigo 3550 03 5441 6906 bendigomarketplace.com.au
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Book Now Come and browse through our extensive range of fine quality secondhand books. Housed in a delightful 19th century building with a relaxed atmosphere and helpful friendly staff. Open 7 days 10am - 5pm. 1 Farmer Lane, Bendigo 3550 (Near the Golden Dragon Museum) 03 5443 8587 booknow.net.au
Col-Iron Only a short walk from the CDB, Col-Iron is established in a rustic 70 year old iron factory displaying locally crafted and globally sourced items. Unique to Bendigo, experience our many individually crafted pieces. View our quality range of core ten iron wood holders, stylish fire pits, rustic garden art and gifts, wall art, garden arches, raised planters and more. Choose from our ever changing range or find out more about our custom made products, uniquely for you. Open 7 days. 62 Arnold Street, Bendigo 3550 0418 506 778
Custom Coffees Coffee anyone? It’s more than likely that during your stay in Bendigo, you’ll drink some of our award-winning gourmet coffee at one of our coffee partner cafés. Like to visit the factory and take some home? We have a retail factory outlet and we’d love to see you. Custom Coffees. Roasting coffee since 2001. 165a Strickland Road, East Bendigo 3550 03 5443 9922 [email protected] customcoffees.com.au
Goldfields Revegetation Native Nursery We love Australian native plants! Eremophilas, Grevilleas, Correas, Banksias, Eucalyptus and wildflowers. Come and explore our nursery and take a native plant home with you for your garden. Open 7 days 9am - 5pm. 230 Tannery Lane, Mandurang 3551 03 5439 5384 goldfieldsrevegetation.com.au
Jools For Jim Leaders of style, Jools For Jim is essential for hair, beauty and fashion obsessives. Hair extension and blonde specialist salon, lashes, waxing, tanning and henna brows. Olaplex Master Salon and retail store for Shu Uemura, Kerastase and Cosmedix. Buy Cloud-Nine and other essential hair and beauty products and tools. 72 Pall Mall, Bendigo 3550 03 5441 6646 [email protected] joolsforjim.com.au
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Bendigo’s original market garden still operates today, 150 years later, within PepperGreen Farm. Experience our diverse hive of activity
• Artisan studios and displays • Retail shop • Farm kitchen • Workshops and activities • ‘Pick and Pay’ fresh garden produce • Environmental and biodiversity projects • Recycled and upcycled products • Café tram
9am – 4pm Monday to Friday 10am – 2pm Saturday 44 Thunder Street, North Bendigo, VIC 3550 www.peppergreenfarm.com.au @Accessaustraliagroup
A Social Enterprise of Access Australia Group
Plumes Emporium Only 1.8km from the fountain and open 7 days is Bendigo’s newest retail collective. An incredible range of handmade and locally sourced products. Find new, vintage and antique goods such as jewellery, children’s and baby items, art, plants, books, crochet, candles, toiletries, wood and metalwork, car memorabilia, confectionery, jams, sauces, honey and much more, including our grocery range and Outdoor Inspirations area. 284-288 High Street, Corner of Booth Street, Golden Square 3555 03 5441 2626 [email protected] plumesemporium.com.au
Valentine’s Antique Gallery & Gallery 369 A third generation antique and art gallery specialising in 19th and early 20th century English, European and Australian furniture, porcelain, art, jewellery and important decorative items. Established in 1947 and now incorporates a fresh new art space, Gallery 369 showcases contemporary art and sculpture with fine quality antique furniture. 369 Hargreaves Street, Bendigo 3550 03 5443 7279 valentinesantiques.com.au
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Uniquely Bendigo offers distinctive products, hand crafted items, arts, gourmet foods and fine wine from the heart of central Victoria. Discover quality souvenirs made in Bendigo and spend some time discovering one-of-a kind gems made by talented creators, right here in our city. Our makers, growers and artists produce goods Shop in store or online. that are high quality, creative, and most definitely made with love. Open daily 9am - 5pm Indulge with delicious treats to take home and savour your (except Christmas Day). Bendigo experience, or send a little piece of Bendigo abroad. Unearth stories from Bendigo’s history with our broad range of Bendigo Visitor Centre 51-67 Pall Mall, Bendigo 3550 books from local authors or take home a piece of local art 1800 813 153 depicting scenes from days past. Whether you’re buying for [email protected] yourself or for someone special, we have quirky, stand-out uniquelybendigo.com.au quality items and gifts that are unique to our city.
Bendigo Dining & Shopping
Guide
Pick up a copy of this handy little guide to get an insider's guide to finding the best dining and shopping experiences while discovering the best of Bendigo. Explore the city by precinct and check off all the must do experiences. Available at Bendigo Visitor Centre.
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A foodie revolution is taking pride of place throughout the Bendigo region. From paddock to plate and vineyard to glass, if it’s local, it’s on the menu. A UNESCO City of Gastronomy
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“ We have such a varied and high-quality collection of passionate local producers, as well as fantastic venues who strive to support and advocate wonderful produce. That passion is infectious for both locals and visitors.”
Sarah Lowe President Food Fossickers Committee
In late 2019, Greater Bendigo was designated a Live Like A Local UNESCO creative city and region of gastronomy Meet passionate local foodie heroes as you weave – the first to achieve this recognition in Australia. your way through the city’s streets one of Bendigo’s Bendigo’s title of City of Gastronomy celebrates the Foodie Tours. culture, creativity and produce of the entire region. Dine at award winning restaurants Masons of It celebrates our Indigenous culture, our creativity and Bendigo and The Woodhouse. diversity and our plans to create a more healthy local Take your furry pooch along to one of our many and sustainable food system. It is about how our culture pet friendly cafés – Boardwalk Bendigo, Gallery and heritage is represented and shared through what Café, Percy and Percy, and the StupaView Café. we eat and drink, the places we share meals, and the Get the best of local produce at Bendigo memories we make around food, family and community. Wholefoods, Edwards Providore and the Visit bendigogastronomy.com.au Bendigo Community Farmers Market. for more information.
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Wine lovers delight
“ The region is made up of many small, family-owned artisan wineries. A visit enhances your tasting experience and gives you an insight into what goes in to making every drop of wine that you try.”
John Monteath Killiecrankie Wines
Enjoy one of Australia’s oldest wine regions, with over Live Like A Local 50 cellar doors to stop in and visit, there are plenty Discover inner city wine hubs at Harvest Food & of reasons to get acquainted with a drop of the city’s Wine, Rocks on Rosalind and Wine Bank on View. history. With opportunities to meet the maker, taste Check out Bendigo’s oldest winery, Balgownie straight from the barrel, enjoy live music, eat great food Estate, complete with food and accommodation or shop direct from the cellar door, there are a variety experiences (including glamping). of experiences just waiting to be tasted. Stay overnight with a view of the vines at Balgownie Annual festivals offer the chance to sample a snapshot Estate, Heathcote II, Lynnevale Estate, Sandhurst of the region and it’s clear that, whilst the ever-popular Ridge and Vineyard Views at Shiraz Republic. Shiraz remains the hero of this area, new varietals such Join a winery tour or get along to the Barrel Tasting as Viognier and Tempranillo are making a name for Weekend, 11 - 12 July, 2020. themselves as ones to watch. Enjoy local food and wine amongst Bendigo’s picturesque CBD at the Strategem Winemakers Festival, 4 April and Bendigo Heritage Uncorked, 17 October, 2020.
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Crafty ales
“ Breweries are creating local, interesting beers and it follows that the tourist experience is now as much about sampling local wines and local food as it is sampling local beer.”
Spencer Page Cornella Brewery
Bendigo might be known for its quality wine, but those Live Like A Local who fancy a beer will be more than satisfied with the Enjoy Australia’s best and most unique winter region’s fast-growing beer culture. With two annual beer festival, Bendigo on the Hop, 29 August, 2020. festivals dedicated to the art of the craft beer, there are Small batch brewers, Cornella Brewery and a number of venues who also support the experience Palling Bros. Brewery are putting Heathcote all year round. Find craft beer on tap in a hidden beer on the map for quality crafty ales. garden at Handle Bar, in a laneway bar at The Dispensary and pub fave The Rifle Brigade Hotel serving up plenty Bendigo Craft Beer & Cider Festival brings both of choice. crafty delights along with food and festival fun for the whole family, 14 March, 2020. If you’re keen to meet the maker and explore local Stop by Tooborac Hotel & Brewery to sample award small batch breweries, then taprooms at Tooborac Hotel winning ales, take a tour and talk to the local brewer. & Brewey, Shedshaker Brewing at The Mill Castlemaine, Palling Bros. Brewery and Cornella Brewery will all provide a great experience combined with a great amber drop.
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All Seasons Resort Hotel Bendigo All Seasons Resort Hotel Bendigo is just a few minutes drive from central Bendigo and is open 7 days a week for breakfast, lunch and dinner. An extensive and tasty bistro menu is available including a yummy kid’s menu. Tempting cakes and coffee are also available all day and evening. The hotel also offers a huge indoor children’s playground, children’s iPads, Playstations and Xbox room and a toddler play area is also available. Unwind with a drink after work or watch the big games on the big screens in the Sports Bar, open 7 days a week until late. Ample free car parking is available for you or if you wish, simply book the courtesy bus and we can pick you up. Perfect for large groups or families - come and join us for a tasty meal at the All Seasons. Meals available from 6.30am - 10.00pm weekdays and 7am - 11pm weekends. All Seasons, all good! 171-183 McIvor Road, Bendigo 3550 03 5443 8166 allseasonsbendigo.com.au
Beechworth Bakery Bendigo A dazzling array of mouth-watering tempters awaits you, like Snickerdoodles, Beestings and Ned Kelly Pies, plus a huge selection of sandwiches, wraps, focaccias, hot and cold drinks, as well as vegetarian and gluten free options. All combined with speedy service and welcoming hospitality. Open 6.30am - 6pm every day (except Christmas Day). 158 High Street, Bendigo 3550 1300 BEESTING (1300 233 784) beechworthbakery.com.au
Bendigo District RSL
Bistro Kids Zone Functions TAB and Sports Bar Courtesy Buses
Bendigo’s best kept secret! Extensively renovated Open 7 days for lunch and dinner, breakfast served 9 - 11am on weekends Stunning outdoor deck/alfresco dining Seniors and lunch deals New Kids Room, Sports Bar and full TAB facilities Function rooms available for functions, weddings and conferences Memorabilia on display Parking for 250 cars and bus groups catered for Courtesy buses available - conditions apply
73-75 Havilah Road, Bendigo 3550 03 5442 2950 [email protected] bendigorsl.com.au
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Bendigo Stadium Sports Bar & Bistro Located at Bendigo Stadium, we’re open 7 days for lunch and dinner. Video walls, live sport, TAB, a contemporary menu and a playground for the kids. Great member offers and weekly prize draws. 91 Inglis Street, West Bendigo 3550 03 5440 6212 [email protected] bendigostadium.com.au
Bendigo Wholefoods & Kitchen Food... We love it! We’re a wholefoods greengrocer, edible garden nursery & a wholefoods kitchen café. We’ve got local, global, organic, deli, vegan, bulk, super food, growing food, food for fun & more. We have been gathering the goodies for over 30 years & currently showcase over 100 producers & farmers from the Bendigo and Central Victorian region. We fossick for local & organic produce where possible. & plenty of free-range farmy’ness. Find your flavour in the heart of Bendigo. We have fruit & nut trees, seedlings & seeds for your edible garden needs. There is nothing better than fresh food foraging fun! Take the time & ground yourself in our kitchen garden nursery. We are passionate about health, wellbeing and sustainable living, mindful about diverse diets & just plain old deliciousness! Planning to visit Bendigo? Pre-organise your produce. Click & collect a local box of goodies for your stay - see our website for details. So to all Hipsters and Hicksters, slow foodies to fast paced families, adventure eaters to fancy food tweeters... our doors are open! 314 Lyttleton Terrace, Bendigo 3550 (200 public carparks, or 5min from train) 03 5443 9492 bendigowholefoods.com.au
Borchelli Ristorante In the heart of the arts precinct sharing the street with The Capital, the Bendigo Art Gallery and a host of eclectic stores, is Borchelli. Offering quality dining with exceptional service and barista coffee. Cooking 11.30am to 9pm Wednesday to Sunday. 2016 and 2018 winners of the AGFG Peoples Choice Award for Italian Restaurant in Bendigo, Ballarat and the Goldfields. 105 View Street, Bendigo 3550 03 5441 4455 [email protected] borchelli.com.au
Bunja Thai At Bunja Thai we bring fresh delicious Thai to Bendigo. Thai chefs, authentic food and table service in an amazing gold rush architectural masterpiece, dine in, takeaway or delivery. Bookings are recommended. Thai Singha beer and a local craft beer on tap, amazing local Bendigo wines and a fantastic drinks list - perfect for all occasions. 32 Pall Mall, Bendigo 3550 03 5441 8566 bunja.com.au
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Clogs For 43 years, Bendigo icon Clogs has been the only late-night bar and dining venue serving traditional and gourmet family recipe pizzas, pasta and an innovative à la carte menu. Clogs is fun, fast-paced, perfect for groups, families, friends and night-owls. Takeaway and home delivery is available. Open daily from 5pm. 106 Pall Mall, Bendigo 3550 03 5443 0077 [email protected] clogsbendigo.com.au
Edwards Providore Edwards Providore is your local greengrocer, deli and café. The journey started with a simple wish to provide quality local and seasonal produce outside the CBD of Bendigo. Shop 7 and 8, 150 Condon Street, Kennington 3550 03 5444 2244 [email protected] edwardsprovidore.com.au
El Gordo Café and Tapas Bar Inspired by Spanish and Southern European cuisine and coffee with authentic Sangria as our speciality. Open Monday to Saturday and available for private functions, escape to another world and discover Chancery Lane. Chancery Lane, Bendigo 3550 0401 412 894 [email protected] elgordobendigo.com
Favourite Flavours Our gourmet café and Gelato Bar offers a family friendly dining experience. We have an extensive range of handmade ice-creams made using traditional methods. With so many flavours you won’t know which one to choose. Lunch and casual gatherings are well catered for, with a wonderful selection, including fresh salads and homemade pastries, coffee and smoothies, and a great cake and dessert selection. Favourite Flavours, the home of Bendigo’s finest handmade gelato - by the lake. Open 7 days. 253 Napier Street, Bendigo 3550 03 5444 2147 favouriteflavours.com.au
Gallery Café Boasting panoramic views of Bendigo’s stunning Rosalind Park, ‘the GC’ is one of towns best kept secrets. Specialty coffee, delicious fresh ingredients treated with care, served thoughtfully with great drinks in a peaceful setting. It’s that simple. Feel welcome. Bendigo Art Gallery 42 View Street, Bendigo 3550 03 5441 8896
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Get Naked Espresso Bar & Handle Bar Start your day with an amazing coffee made by our friendly baristas. We only use premium products to ensure your coffee is the best it can be. Out the back is Handle Bar, a chilled out space specialising in craft beer and local wines. 73 Mitchell Street, Bendigo 3550 getnakedespressobar.com handlebarbendigo.com
Grill’d Healthy Burgers “The best burgers in Victoria, Australia or the world” - Good Weekend Open for lunch and dinner. Phone orders welcome. Corner Pall Mall and Bull Street, Bendigo 3550 03 5443 1239 grilld.com.au
Harvest Food & Wine Discover a hand-crafted patisserie, regional rotisserie meat offering, and a love of all things wine. The simple but beautifully executed menu will have you struggling to choose between the 2 day process pure butter croissants, handmade rotisserie rolls and the patisserie selection. All food and wine is available for takeaway too. Tuesday - Thursday 8am - 4pm, Friday 8am - 9pm, Saturday 8am - 4pm 47-55 View Street, Bendigo 03 5442 4095 harvestbendigo.com.au
Hotel Shamrock Bendigo Heritage accommodation in Bendigo’s iconic hotel right in the CBD. Enjoy a chef prepared meal in the bistro and bar or relax with the best view in town from our balcony. Watch all the live sporting action in our climate- controlled Sports Bar or relax in the outdoor beer garden. Grab a cocktail and listen to live music every weekend in our American inspired restaurant “Yard Bird” or the Gold Dust Lounge located in the basement. Corner Pall Mall and Williamson Street, Bendigo 3550 03 5443 0333 [email protected] hotelshamrock.com.au
House of Khong Number one choice for Chinese/Cantonese/Thai cuisine. Exquisite all-you-can-eat lunch: Monday - Friday 11.30am - 1.30pm. All-you-can-eat dinner: Monday - Thursday, Sunday 5pm - 8pm. À la carte dining: Monday - Friday 11.30 - late, Saturday - Sunday 5pm - late. 200 Hargreaves Street, Bendigo 3550 03 5442 5088 houseofkhong.com.au
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Imperial Palace Good eating and good service since 1980. Enjoy Chinese, Malaysian and Thai cuisine in our unique environment. Open 7 days. For reservations, takeaway and home delivery, please call us. 2 High Street, Bendigo 3550 03 5443 4329 [email protected]
Indulge Fine Belgian Chocolates Indulge your passion for handmade chocolates, handcrafted with only the finest Callebaut Belgian Chocolate. More than your average chocolate or coffee shop; experience our fabulously decadent hot chocolate, or chocolate shots with delicious locally-made cakes or treats. Shop 26, Bendigo Bank Central, Bath Lane, Bendigo 3550 03 5441 1770 [email protected]
Lake View Hotel Bendigo Located on the CBD edge, the Lake View Hotel is becoming one of Bendigo’s premier dining destinations. Inspired by traditional pub fare done with some modern twists using local producers to showcase the wonderful flavours of Central Victoria, with a large selection of local Bendigo and Victorian wines. Monday - Friday 9am - late, Saturday - Sunday 8am - late. 204 McCrae St, Bendigo 3550 03 5443 0855 lakeviewhotelbendigo.com.au
Malayan Orchid Restaurant Award-winning dining establishment, hosts Bob and Pamela Yam. Share the experience of dining with a difference. Cantonese cuisine, mild or hot Thai and Malaysian curries. Venison, buffalo, kangaroo, crocodile and emu are a must in our garden restaurant. Open for lunch Monday - Friday 12pm - 2pm, dinner Monday - Saturday 5pm - 10pm. 155-157 View Street, Bendigo 3550 03 5442 4411 malayanorchid.com.au
Mister Grimsby Coffee Mister Grimsby Coffee is the perfect place to escape for some peace and quiet, coupled with the perfect cup of coffee. Pop in and say hi to the crew, just off Edwards Street. Offering locally roasted coffee, friendly and attentive service, light lunches, freshly baked muffins, croissants and cakes. Enjoy the warm ambiance inside or take in the old mill building in the courtyard. Shop 2, 35 Wills Street, Bendigo 3550 0437 399 912
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THE NEW GIRL WITH A PAST Set in the basement of Mackenzie Quarters and converted into a sophisticated lounge bar, Ms Batterhams offers an impressive drinks list with food to share.
10 MACKENZIE STREET BENDIGO 3550 03 5444 2497 @msbatterhams [email protected]
Situated on the leafy corner of Hargreaves and Baxter Streets, Percy and Percy offer breakfast and lunch using fresh, seasonal and local produce. Open 7 days a week, find a table in this busy little corner café or take advantage of the pooch friendly courtyard. Breakfast all day. Lunch from Noon - 2.30pm Saturday and Sunday 8am - 3pm Closed public holidays. 110 Hargreaves Street, Bendigo 3550 03 5442 2997
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Old Green Bean Be prepared for a personal, friendly approach to the café scene. Old Green Bean is a unique, in-house micro roastery that combines approachable and creative food with fabulous coffee in a comfortable, vintage inspired space. Monday - Friday 7:30am - 3:30pm, Saturday 9am - 2pm. 179 Lyttleton Terrace, Bendigo 3550 03 5444 3173 oldgreenbean.com
Piyawat Thai Restaurant A celebration of flavours. Piyawat, meaning ‘happy and prosperous’ gives this popular Thai restaurant a fitting name as a favourite place for locals and visitors to Bendigo. Takeaway available. Open Tuesday - Saturday 5pm - 10pm, Sunday 5pm - 9.30pm. 136 Mollison Street, Bendigo 3550 03 5444 4450
Rising Sun Hotel One of Bendigo’s most iconic and well known hotels, with a modern bistro and courtyard operating 7 days a week for lunch and dinner. 84 Barnard Street, Bendigo 3550 03 5441 3833 [email protected] risingsunhotel.com.au
Rocks on Rosalind Fun, casual and contemporary dining housed within Bendigo’s historic first bank. Asian flavours influence the menu, melded with modern techniques and fresh, bold ingredients. Head downstairs to private booths, or sit up at the bar for original Rocks cocktails and extensive wine and beer list. 12 View Street, Bendigo 3550 03 5441 2222 [email protected] rocksonrosalind.com
Sangria Spanish Tapas Bar Boasting rustic Spanish dishes and a bold tapas menu, enjoy with a pitcher of Sangria or wine from the extensive local and Spanish lists. Delicious house-made desserts and the best churros outside of Spain. Our menu also caters for people with dietary requirements including gluten and dairy free. We offer four floors of dining and a laneway or balcony option. 3 Victoria Lane, Bendigo 3550 03 5443 5055 sangriatapasbar.com.au
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Schnitz Bendigo At Schnitz, we bring the age-old culinary tradition of the schnitzel to modern-day tastebuds through fresh ingredients, a healthier pan-cooking technique and a delicious, crunchy crumb that would make even the most seasoned schnitzel pro swoon. Delivery now available. Sunday - Thursday 10:30 - 9pm, Friday - Saturday 10:30 - 9:30pm. 34 Pall Mall, Bendigo 3550 03 5442 6899 schnitz.com.au/bendigo
The Boardwalk Bendigo Serving delicious breakfast and lunch everyday overlooking the picturesque Lake Weeroona, our café is also a beautiful event, function and wedding venue. How good is life! Come and see at The Boardwalk Bendigo. 28 Nolan Street, Bendigo 3550 03 5443 9855 [email protected] theboardwalkbendigo.com.au
The Botanical Hotel Bendigo Newly renovated and offering a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere, The Botanical Hotel Bendigo boasts a prime location with the Botanical Gardens on its doorstep. The extensive menu lists pub favourites alongside contemporary choices with a great selection of pizzas, burgers, pastas and salads. Open 11.30am till late seven days, The Botanical Hotel Bendigo is a breath of fresh air for those who enjoy great food and excellent service. 555 Napier Street, White Hills 3550 03 5448 3777 [email protected] botanicalbendigo.com.au
The Boundary Hotel The Boundary Hotel is well known for its consistency in the food that is available and service provided in the lounge or terrace. Bookings are recommended. Front bar has Express TAB and Keno facilities available. Open Monday - Saturday 11am - 1am, Sunday 11am - 11pm. 2 Milroy Street, Bendigo 3550 03 5443 6502 oldboundaryhotel.com.au
The Dispensary Bar & Diner The Dispensary offers ‘quantities of quality’ that has earned us a reputation for one of the most interesting drink lists in regional Australia. Our food philosophy is defined by our beverage offering thus impossible to pigeonhole, classic French dishes with an eye on wine through to Asian bites that’ll make you ogle the beer fridge. 9 Chancery Lane, Bendigo 3550 03 5444 5885 [email protected] dispensarybendigo.com
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The Good Loaf Sourdough Bakery & Café Artisan sourdough bakery, cakes, muffins and healthy homemade café food – all preservative and additive free. Unique and funky CBD heritage building in Hargreaves Street, or inside the Bendigo Hospital Monash building on Mercy Street. Hargreaves Street: Monday - Saturday from 7am, Mercy Street: Monday - Friday from 8.30am. Corner Hargreaves Street and Edwards Street, AND Mercy Street, Bendigo 3550 03 5444 2171 03 5444 3130 [email protected] thegoodloaf.com.au
Our menu is vast, boasting an enviable showcase of fresh produce from central Victoria. Featuring wagyu and grass-fed beef, as well as our in-house prepared charcuterie, an extensive local wine and beer list and delicious desserts. Try our $44, two-course lunch (with wine) or daily specials. Bookings encouraged.
Opening hours: Sun 11.30am - 4.00pm, Mon 5pm till late Tues - Sat 12pm - 2.30pm and 5.30pm till late 101 Williamson Street, Bendigo 3550 03 5443 8671 [email protected] thewoodhouse.com.au
Wine Bank on View The Wine Bank is one of Regional Victoria’s best known food and wine venues with over a thousand wines housed in a lovingly restored 19th century bank building. Featuring all-day dining, come in and enjoy a coffee and cake, delicious lunch, sharing plates to our à la carte menu all supporting local produce. Indoor and outdoor dining options available and the best pricing on wines you will find in town. 45 View Street, Bendigo 3550 03 5444 4655 [email protected] winebankonview.com
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Bendigo’s wine region From grape to glass
Historic Bendigo is home to tremendous wineries for you to discover. Wines are handcrafted at the vineyards, mostly by the families who founded them. Our events throughout the year celebrate all things local - wine, food, nature and history. We welcome you to discover the surprising and delightful experiences waiting for you in the Bendigo wine region.
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April July October All year Strategem Bendigo Barrel Tasting Bendigo Cellar doors Winemakers Festival Weekend Uncorked Week Locally-grown wines reflect Rosalind Park in central Winemakers throw Customise your own wine event a winemaking history dating Bendigo is transformed open the doors of program to remember. Choose back to the Victorian gold rush into the city’s biggest their barrel rooms for from meet the maker experiences, era, with natural characteristics alfresco wine garden. you to see how their food matching and fabulous from a unique landscape. You’ll taste regional wines are made and dinners, to Bendigo Heritage Visit our Cellar Doors, indulge Bendigo wines, feast on taste the characters Uncorked - strolling between the in handcrafted Bendigo wines, local food and enjoy live of their wines as they city’s historic venues uncovering meet our winemakers and put music in the park setting. mature in barrels. local wine and food along the way. a Bendigo wine on your table.
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Winery Retreat & Restaurant
Experience Bendigo’s oldest working winery. Only 10 minutes from Bendigo city centre. Indulge in award-winning wines and enjoy French provincial seasonal menus influenced by the regions produce. Dine in the rustic a la carte restaurant or alfresco dining area with sprawling vineyard views. Visit our cellar door and taste our wines made onsite. Unique glamping accommodation onsite. Open 7 days, breakfast 8am-10am, lunch 12pm-3pm, dinner 6pm-8pm.
Cellar Door | Restaurant | Accommodation | Events | Weddings
46 Hermitage Road, Maiden Gully 03 5449 6222 balgownieestatebendigo.com
Our cellar door is located at the historic Bendigo Pottery Complex, 6.5km north of central Bendigo. Glenwillow Wines was voted Bendigo Most Popular Winery for 2019, our award-winning boutique wines include Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon, Rosé, Nebbiolo, Barbera and a delightful Sparkling Shiraz. Call in for free wine tasting, a quiet browse or chat to one of the Fyffe family about our great wines or try some local olives, olive oils or dressings.
We also have hand-made wooden platters from old wine barrels and stunning opal jewellery. Picturesque surroundings and many attractions, such as art galleries, original artist prints, Australian opals, antiques and collectables. Open Friday, Saturday and Sunday 10.30am - 5pm.
Bendigo Pottery Complex, 146 Midland Highway, Epsom 3551 0428 461 076 [email protected] glenwillow.com.au
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Visit our air conditioned Cellar Door Café or relax in the gardens. Taste and purchase from our extensive range of white, red and sparkling wines, whilst enjoying the accompaniment of some tasty food.
James Halliday rates our winery as “excellent, able to produce wines of high to very high quality.”
Cellar Door Café: Wine tasting, sales, lunch and afternoon teas. Functions by appointment.
77 Fadersons Lane, Mandurang 3551 0417 357 688 mandurangvalleywines.com.au
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Killiecrankie Wines Quirky, offbeat and fun are the descriptors used for the interior of our historic cellar door. Set in an 1880s red brick cottage, your experience is further enhanced by tasting the award-winning individual wines of character. Open 11am - 6pm weekends or by appointment. 103 Soldier (Settlement) Road, Ravenswood 3453 0447 733 599 [email protected] killiecrankiewines.com
Lynnevale Estate Winery Only 7 minutes away from Bendigo’s city centre, our cellar door/ restaurant and B&B accommodation overlooks its lush vineyard and farmland beyond in Mandurang Valley. Enjoy our seasonal menu in a relaxed and laid back atmosphere. Open 11am - 5pm Saturday and Sunday. Other times welcome by appointment. 83 Cahills Road, Mandurang 3551 0428 633 198 [email protected] lynnevale.com.au
Sandhurst Ridge Winery One of the gems of the Bendigo region, Sandhurst Ridge has been producing award-winning wines since their first vintage in 1995. The wines are handcrafted by the owners, brothers Paul and George Greblo, who are proud to be continuing a family tradition of winemaking which began generations ago in northern Italy. Cellar door open daily 11am - 5pm. 156 Forest Drive, Marong 3515 03 5435 2534 sandhurstridge.com.au
Sutton Grange Winery Located 20 minutes from Bendigo CBD, join us at Sutton Grange Winery for your Sunday afternoon wine down. Open every Sunday from 11am - 5pm with wine tastings, regional tasting platters, and live music. Sutton Grange Winery also offers private functions including stunning weddings and conferences for 50 - 250 people. Carnochan’s Road Sutton Grange, Sutton Grange 3448 03 8672 1478 [email protected] suttongrange.com.au
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Regional markets
The region’s markets are a great way to connect with the community and buy local.
Grab a basket and venture out to a market. Taste farm fresh food, seasonal produce, sweet treats, gourmet products and fine wines. For all things local, unique and handmade, make one of our many markets a must do on your hit list.
Bendigo Community Farmers’ Market PepperGreen Farm Community Market Second Saturday of each month Every Saturday and Sunday Sidney Myer Place, Bendigo 40 Thunder Street, Bendigo
Fourth Thursday of each month, September - April Trove Makers’ Market Hargreaves Mall, Bendigo Once a month, February - May, Heathcote Bush Market September - December First Saturday of each month The Good Loaf Sourdough Bakery & Café, Bendigo Heathcote Barrack Reserve Park Bendigo Showgrounds Market Heathcote Night Market Every Sunday Once a month, October - March Prince of Wales Showgrounds Heathcote Barrack Reserve Park Holmes Road, Bendigo
Moonlight Market Bendigo Once a month, September - April Hargreaves Mall, Bendigo
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A little town with a whole lot of heart. Meet the makers at boutique cellar doors and brewers of small batch craft beer. Get out amongst nature, be active or relax – it’s your escape.
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Intimate & Boutique
“ The growth in wine tourism has been supported by the growth in the town and vice versa. The café culture, the gorgeous main street, and the wonderful people – Heathcote has such a lovely village feel.”
Madeleine Marson Vinea Marson
The pretty township of Heathcote offers a relaxed and Live Like A Local intimate insight into village life. Stroll along the wide Heathcote is home to over 30 cellar doors and main street and take in the heritage buildings, quaint wineries. Enjoy wine tasting with local makers cafés and boutiques. Nature lovers will appreciate the of boutique family owned and run wineries. forest surrounding the town with walking and cycling Indulge with a view of the vines for the night at trails, lookouts and the colourful Pink Cliffs providing Heathcote II’s The Cellars or Vineyard Views at one of many stunning vistas. Shiraz Republic. The Heathcote region is famous for its rich and earthy Cycle the scenic O’Keefe Rail Trail over historic Shiraz and as the wine industry continues to flourish with bridges, along Lake Eppalock and past wineries. more wine varietals gathering success and international Rent a row of vines at the Shiraz Republic and interest including Marsanne, Sangiovese, Tempranillo, become a winemaker. Viognier to name a few. Get outdoors and explore the Valley of Liquidambers Wine aficionados can visit one of the many cellar doors in autumn and hike to the peak of Viewing Rock for making the most of the unique soil the region enjoys, great views of the region. and if beer is more your style then taprooms showcasing local craft brews are also on offer. It’s hard to believe this Attend Heathcote’s 2020 signature events Heathcote wonderful slice of country living is just down the road on Show, 6-8 June, Heathcote Wine and Food Festival, from the city. 3-4 October, and Vibes and Vino, 31 October.
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EARLY MORNING LUNCH DINNER Start your day at Heathcote Visitor Enjoy a tasty bite to eat at one of Satisfy your appetite with some Centre; learn about the region and Heathcote’s cafés or travel down quality, homegrown cuisine, all that’s on offer. Be sure to stock up the road to the oldest National accompanied by a glass of local on some great local produce and Trust listed country pub in Victoria, wine or beer. gifts as a memento of your stay. renowned for its bluestone building, charm, pub fare and own brewery EVENING MID MORNING at Tooborac Hotel & Brewery. Enjoy astronomer’s favourite Victorian Explore Heathcote’s best natural night sky for stargazing! Heathcote’s attractions. Discover the colourful Pink AFTERNOON clear and dark night skies make for Cliffs, a landscape legacy of early gold Heathcote is home to some of the best uninterrupted views. Stay mining activity. Walk across the swing Australia’s finest Shiraz, boasting the night in a luxury villa, farm stay, bridge and through to the Valley of 30+ cellar doors. Join a wine tour, motel, caravan park or with a view Liquidambers. Take a hike up McIvor meet the makers and say hello to of the vines. Range Reserve walking track passing local winery dogs as you go! by the historic Powder Magazine, Devil’s Cave and Viewing Rock.
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Day Two
BREAKFAST LATE MORNING MID AFTERNOON Start your morning with a caffeine Feeling thirsty? Heathcote boasts A local favourite! Walk, run or ride hit and hearty breakfast at a local not one, not two, but three craft the O’Keefe Rail Trail. Enjoy the café. beer breweries. Try the latest brews amazing changing countryside and with a tasting paddle, where new be sure to stop by wineries and MID MORNING creations join old favourites. waterways as you make your way Wander Australia’s longest along the picturesque trail. country town main street, High LUNCH Street. Browse boutiques filled Pack a picnic and feed your appetite LATE AFTERNOON with unique clothing, gifts and with lunch at Lake Eppalock. There’s Be sure to share all your happy homemade goodies. Stroll by the an endless supply of activities from snaps with us on social media historic buildings and fine Victorian swimming and water sports to by tagging @ExploreHeathcote architecture of the Old Gaol, fishing and birdwatching to keep #ExploreHeathcote Courthouse and Council Chamber. everyone entertained.
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Shiraz &More
Heathcote’s wine history began with vineyards established during the gold rush. However, vineyards had disappeared by the 1920s and it was not until the late 1960s that Now renowned around the world for viticultural activity resumed and in its stunningly rich and elegant Shiraz, the past decade has established Heathcote also produces other excellent varieties including Cabernet Sauvignon, Heathcote as the home of some of Grenache, Sangiovese, Tempranillo, Fiano, Australia’s most exciting wines. Marsanne and Viognier. Heathcote is about intimate, grassroots winemaking where local producers passionately handcraft their wines; nurturing them from the vineyard to the bottle, and every step along the way. Bendigo The Heathcote wine region spans 45km approximately 100km from north to south Heathcote and 40km from east to west, and is home to over 100 vineyards. Just 90 minutes north of Melbourne, visiting Heathcote wineries will be a rewarding experience.
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Cellar doors
There are around 30 cellar doors in the Heathcote region offering a unique experience with local winemakers. Heathcote Wine Region 2020 Events:
Food JUNE AUGUST OCTOBER 6 - 8 13 - 15 3 - 4 A number of wineries have restaurants and cafés, and in Heathcote and surrounding Heathcote Heathcote Heathcote Wine townships there are great little cafés, hotels, on Show Wine Show and Food Festival restaurants and takeaways.
Festival
This popular event happens during the first weekend in October and uniquely showcases the great wines of Heathcote. heathcotewinegrowers.com.au
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Axedale Tavern Whether you are looking for a great meal, entertainment or good old-fashioned service, the Axedale Tavern offers comforting meals, cold beer and coffee 6 days a week. Bendigo’s best beer garden offers a relaxing spot to wind down and enjoy the regular live music or bring the family along with an area just for the kids. 105 High Street, Axedale 03 5439 7377 axedaletavern.com.au
Heathcote II The Cellars at Heathcote II luxury accommodation offers a unique getaway experience. Set on our vineyard and olive grove, your private villa provides you with the tranquil vistas of Mount Camel, mature olive trees and the lush green of vineyards contrasting against the red soil, red rocks and golden landscape. Inside the villa, we have carefully selected your private walk-in cellar with local and international wines, with rare gems and everyday delights and of course a few bottles of Heathcote II! 290 Cornella-Toolleen Road, Toolleen 3551 03 5433 6292 [email protected] thecellars.heathcote2.com
Heathcote Grape Escape Tours and Accommodation Tours: Wine tours available in the Heathcote and Bendigo Regions, catering for small groups of up to eleven. Free pick up and drop off available in the Heathcote/Bendigo area. Melbourne pick up is available by arrangement. Accommodation: 3 bedroom self-contained house available. Sleeps six. Pet friendly. Tour and accommodation packages available. Kyneton Road, Heathcote 3523 0408 843 214 0417 532 856 [email protected] heathcotegrapeescape.com.au
Heathcote Retreat Motel A modern motel in central Victoria, in the heart of wine country. Accommodation from budget to luxury, single to group stays up to 66 guests. Great accommodation for corporate stays, weddings, birthdays, festivals. One night stays available. Multiple night stays with discounted rates. Property: 10 Motel rooms, 4 new luxury self contained units, 2 of these units are fully accessible and a three bedroom house, fully self contained. 257 High Street, Heathcote 3523 0429 167 251 [email protected] heathcoteretreatmotel.com.au
McIvor Estate Modelled on an Italian mixed farm, McIvor Estate is located at the southern end of the Heathcote wine growing region. It produces premium award winning wines as well as extra virgin olive oils. Each Saturday and Sunday and Public Holiday (10am - 5pm) the doors of the Cellar Door are thrown open and people can enjoy the current releases of McIvor Estate’s range of wines and olive oils. 80 Tooborac Baynton Road, Tooborac 3522 03 5433 5266 [email protected] mcivorestate.com.au
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Heathcote Winery Our cellar door, uniquely located in the main street in a restored 1850s miners produce store, offers free tastings of our award-winning handcrafted wines, truly reflective of the region. Light lunches, tasting plates and cheese platters are available in the gallery or courtyard. Also available to take home is a selection of gourmet cheese and produce. Cellar Door: Open 7 days 10am - 5pm. Kitchen @heathcotewinery: Open Friday - Sunday 12pm - 3pm. Bookings: 03 5433 2595 185 High Street, Heathcote 3523 03 5433 2595 [email protected] heathcotewinery.com.au
Merindoc Cellar Door Experience the true flavours of Heathcote. We have one of the most diverse line up of wines in the region, including sparkling, white, rosé, red & sweet wines. Merindoc’s quality wines can be purchased on their website www.merindoc.com.au. 2905 Lancefield-Tooborac Road, Tooborac 3522 03 5433 5188 [email protected] merindoc.com.au
Palling Bros Brewery Palling Bros love beer so much, Rood Henry and his Pals are working around the clock in our Temple of Liquid Worship for the disciples of craft beer. Bar, Restaurant, Live Entertainment, Tastings and tours makes this the perfect place to unwind. Open Thursday - Sunday, 12pm - 10pm. 168 High Street, Heathcote 3523 0427 848 073 [email protected] pallingbros.beer
Sanguine Estate Wines With son Mark as winemaker and daughter Jodi as CEO, this 5 red star James Halliday winery prides itself on exceptional quality wines that consistently achieve trophies and high ratings. Open every weekend and most public holidays or join us at a Sanguine Event. Visit our website sanguinewines.com.au for details. 77 Shurans Lane, Heathcote 3523 03 5433 3111 [email protected] sanguinewines.com.au
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The Shiraz Republic The Shiraz Republic is an award-winning winery & cellar door, the home of Cornella Brewery, offering an unparalleled tasting experience with a variety of wines and beers available and made on-site. Open daily for pizza and tastings, our cellar door is full of character with plenty of space for you to relax and enjoy the scenery of the former Cornella post office & our picturesque 25-acre vineyard. You can even spend the night with our self-contained accommodation, Vineyard Views. 507 Hamblin Road, Cornella 3551 03 5433 6338 [email protected] shirazrepublic.com.au
Tooborac Hotel & Brewery Built in 1857 of bluestone, ironstone and granite, this iconic National Trust Hotel establishment stands proudly on the Northern Highway 40 minutes south of Bendigo. Arguably the last honest country pub where you can still have a beer with a shearer or grazier or a meal with your mate. The old Cobb and Co stable has been transformed to produce a wide selection of award-winning ales with tastings and tours available. Meals, gourmet house-made pies and accommodation available 7 days a week. 5115 Northern Highway, Tooborac 3522 03 5433 5201 [email protected] tooborachotel.com.au
Vinea Marson The Marson family continues a winemaking tradition of some four generations in Italy and Australia at its Heathcote vineyard, Vinea Marson. Established in 2000 at the foot of the Mount Camel Range, winemaker Mario Marson shares his passion for Italian and French varietals at the family table. Tastings of Vinea Marson’s Heritage and Estate wines are held in a rustic Italian style, with antipasti including cured meats, Italian cheese such as the Drunken Buffalo and estate grown extra-virgin olive oil. 411 Heathcote-Rochester Road, Mount Camel 3523 0430 312 165 [email protected] vineamarson.com
Heathcote Visitor Centre
Your taste experience starts here.
Talk to our local, friendly team with the latest information on events, Corner High and Barrack Streets, open cellar doors, cycling and walking trails, food, wine and dining Heathcote 3523 03 5433 3121 experiences to explore. Heathcote’s most sustainable building is [email protected] the perfect place to discover the hidden riches of the region. heathcote.org.au
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Heathcote Events & Festivals
There's always something to celebrate in Heathcote!
Mediterranean Festa Heathcote Film Festival 4 April, 2020 29 August, 2020 Enjoy some of the best producers and champions A unique evening celebrating short films, wine and food. of alternate Mediterranean varieties in the Heathcote Heathcote Wine and Food Festival wine region. McIvor Estate, Tooborac. 3 - 4 October, 2020 The O’Keefe Challenge Taste your way around over 30 Heathcote wineries, 17 - 19 April, 2020 as well as regional food and produce in one central Walk, run, ride or roll in the off-road marathon and location. Heathcote Showgrounds, Heathcote. associated events on the historic O’Keefe Rail Trail. Sanguine Estate Music Festival OkTOOBerfest 30 April - 4 May, 2020 October, 2020 Get nestled amongst oak barrels, flickering candles and With music, dancing, Bavarian style food, their specialty the sounds of live chamber music while enjoying wine brewed OkTOOBerfest beer, and fun children’s activities. and gourmet cuisine. Sanguine Estate, Heathcote. Tooborac Hotel & Brewery, Tooborac. Heathcote on Show vines and vino 6 - 8 June, 2020 31 October, 2020 Enjoy exclusive wine tastings, music, gourmet food, Enjoy a weekend of music, vino and cold brews community activities and more, at over 30 locations in Heathcote. Barrack Reserve Oval and various across the region. Various locations, Heathcote. locations, Heathcote.
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Explore the great outdoors. The Bendigo and Heathcote region is home to wide open spaces, diverse landscapes and waterways.
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GETTING OUTDOORS
‘ Our team loves seeing locals and visitors alike immersing themselves in our parks. There’s a real buzz around September when 45,000 tulip bulbs begin to bloom.’
Orrin Hogan Coordinator Heritage Gardens & Amenity Landscapes, City of Greater Bendigo
Locals in Bendigo love getting outdoors, and for good Live Like A Local reason. With spectacular green spaces around the Explore 60 acres of lush lawns, ornate statues, city, such as Rosalind Park in the heart; picturesque shady trees and pop up events at Rosalind Park. Canterbury Gardens in Eaglehawk, and the Botanic Discover Eaglehawk’s Regional Play Space and Gardens in White Hills, there are stunning places Strathdale’s Crook Street Park for multi-zoned within easy reach to enjoy alfresco living. areas for kids of all ages and abilities. Year round, there are a variety of festivals and Get along to Bendigo’s annual tulip display, celebrations in Bendigo’s parks and gardens offering September – October, along Pall Mall and the great food, live music and space to have fun. Conservatory Gardens. Bendigo might be centrally located, but that doesn’t Throw a picnic rug down and relax at the Botanic mean missing out on aquatic fun. Whether you’re Gardens, Canterbury Gardens, the Garden of the looking to relax, enjoy nature or get active, then Lake Future, Lake Weeroona or Rosalind Park. Weeroona, Lake Eppalock, Crusoe Reservoir and Lake Join locals at Bendigo Parkrun every Saturday Neangar all offer scenic enjoyment at the water’s edge. from 8am at Kennington Reservoir.
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“ Bendigo is a great city for cycling. There’s such a variety of opportunities to ride your bike – from road riding with groups, riding along the Bendigo Creek Trail with your family or, if you want more adventure the O’Keefe Rail Trail.”
Garry Long Friends of the Bendigo-Kilmore Rail Trail
Over 350km of dedicated tracks and trails ensure that Live Like A Local one of the best ways to explore Bendigo, and really feel Join the hype of the annual Bendigo International like a local, is to get on your bike. A cycle-friendly city Madison cycle race, 6-8 March. catering for serious riders through to families looking for Ride the Bendigo Creek Trail and discover quirky a leisurely pedal, there is a path to uncover for all ages street art in and around underpass tunnels. and stages. Hire a Brompton Bike from Bendigo Bike Hire Mountain bikers and BMX enthusiasts alike will find cool and take a self-guided tour of the city. places to shred just minutes from the city centre, and For the more adventurous, Spring Gully Mountain for those looking for a scenic way to discover the area, Bike Track or La Larr Ba Gauwa Mountain Bike Park our Walk & Cycle brochure provides an abundance of will provide you with all the dips, turns and rises to enjoyable options such as the Parks to Pottery Path, get your heart rate up. or the Tramways to Cafés Path. Enjoy a day out on the 49km stretch of the O’Keefe Rail Trail passing picturesque Lake Eppalock, changing landscapes and historic relics.
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Relax and rest. Make yourself at home in a historical mansion, glamping in a winery, an inner city apartment or a quaint miners cottage.
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Rest your Head
You really need to stay more than one day in order to truly appreciate our beautiful city, with a variety of accommodation on offer, you’re spoilt for choice.
Whether it’s a romantic getaway, a family holiday, Start your Bendigo stay by talking to a local. a business conference or just a spontaneous weekend Contact the Bendigo Visitor Centre to book away, you are sure to find the perfect place to rest your accommodation, tours and tickets. a weary head. Visit benidgotourism.com or call 1800 813 153. Enjoy your stay in grand gold rush era buildings, quaint miners cottages, rural retreats, glamping, camping, bed and breakfasts, farm stays, inner city apartments or modern and contemporary hotels – there is an overnight experience for everyone... even pet friendly options for those who don’t want to leave their furry friend at home!
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Alexandra Place 20 modern, self-contained, family and spa units available. Located 600 metres from the edge of the CBD, Alexandra Place offers convenience to both the leisure and corporate traveller. Netflix available in some rooms and all rooms are equipped with LCD TV’s, toasters, split system air conditioners as well as tea and coffee making facilities. 200 McCrae Street, Bendigo 3550 03 5441 6088 [email protected] alexandraplace.com.au
All Seasons Resort Hotel Bendigo All Seasons Resort Hotel Bendigo is Bendigo’s only premier four and a half star accommodation venue. Just three minutes’ drive from central Bendigo, the hotel boasts 79 deluxe four and half star accommodation rooms. Key amenities include 24 hour room service, complimentary car parking, Foxtel, BBQ area and an indoor heated swimming pool area containing a gymnasium, sauna and spa. The Bistro is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner 7 days a week and the Sports Bar is opened until late 7 days week. Easy carparking is available at the hotel. All Seasons, all good! 171-183 McIvor Road, Bendigo 3550 03 5443 8166 allseasonsbendigo.com.au
Barclay On View Our quiet, central location gives you the best of Bendigo by day and a peaceful sleep at night. Enjoy a delicious breakfast in our dining room or in the comfort of your room. Unwind in our gym, sauna and spa, or relax in our sunny courtyard with BBQ facilities. Make use of our guest laundry and feel secure with complimentary off-street parking. 181 View Street, Bendigo 3550 03 5443 9388 [email protected] barclayonview.com
Bendigo Goldfields Motor Inn 7 queen (1 with spa), 2 family with separate bedroom (1 with spa), 1 twin with spa and 1 deluxe queen with disability access rooms. All units contain ensuite, heating/cooling, flat screen TV with DVD player, fridge, microwave, toaster, kettle and include free Foxtel, tea and coffee, milk, biscuits, towels, linen, toiletries. 2km from Bendigo’s CBD and short walk to pubs, restaurants, supermarkets, takeaway food and post office. 308 High Street, Golden Square 3555 03 5441 7797 [email protected] goldfieldsmotorinn.com
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Bendigo McIvor Motor Inn Bendigo McIvor Motor Inn and Lotus Convention Centre is located 600 metres from the edge of the CBD. We pride ourselves on attention to detail and a warm welcome. 20 quality ground floor suites. Conference Centre. Corporate rates. Twin and family rooms, packages available. 32” LCD TV and queen size beds. 45 McIvor Road, Bendigo 3550 03 5443 8444 [email protected] bendigomcivormotorinn.com.au
Bendigo Welcome Stranger Motel 17 comfortable spacious ground floor units. Quiet location one block off High Street / Calder Highway. Close to Bendigo Stadium Sports Bar & Bistro and St. John of God Hospital. Split system heating and cooling. Solar heated pool and BBQ area. Free guest laundry and ample parking. Corner Specimen Hill Road and McKenzie Street West, Golden Square 3555 03 5443 6266 [email protected] welcomestrangermotel.com.au
Best Western Cathedral Motor Inn Non-smoking rooms and suites with Foxtel, queen size beds and air conditioning. Select from standard, deluxe or executive spa rooms with family suites also available. Guests are encouraged to utilise the BBQ area, free parking and free self-service laundry. Breakfast available to your room for those wishing to enjoy dining in the convenience of their rooms. Winner of TripAdvisor 2017 and 2018 Certificate of Excellence. 96-102 High Street, Bendigo 3550 03 5442 5333 [email protected] cathedralmotorinn.com.au
Best Western Crystal Inn Award-winning 4.5 star motel, Best Western Crystal Inn, warmly welcomes you to enjoy our beautifully furnished, spacious rooms and ample undercover car parking. Enjoy the large courtyard, BBQ and fully heated pool. This motel is a few minutes drive from the CBD, without the inner city hustle. In-room dining is available for breakfast and dinner. All rooms are 100% non-smoking. 233-235 McIvor Highway, Bendigo 3550 03 5443 4340 [email protected] bestwestern.com.au/crystalinn
Central Deborah Motel 26 quality rooms on 2 levels including queen, twin, family, suites and recently renovated deluxe rooms with kitchenettes. Breakfast to your room and free guest laundry. Group bookings welcome. Function and conference room available. Conveniently located directly in front of the Central Deborah Gold Mine, the starting point of the Talking Tram Tour. 10 minute walk to CBD. 177-183 High Street, Bendigo 3550 03 5443 7488 [email protected] centraldeborah.com.au
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City Centre Motel 150 metres from the fountain, City Centre Motel is in the heart of Bendigo. Restaurants, theatre, Bendigo Art Gallery, shopping and sporting venues in easy walking distance. 33 units and 3 self-contained apartments (off-site). 26 Forest Street, Bendigo 3550 03 5443 2077 [email protected] citycentremotel.com.au
Comfort Inn Julie-Anna Perfectly positioned opposite the picturesque Lake Weeroona, just 1.4km from Bendigo’s thriving cultural CBD. Offering spacious 38sqm rooms: King, Twin and Family rooms, all with reserved parking at your door, smart TV’s, courtyard views and access to the swimming pool. Restaurant open for dinner Monday – Thursday and breakfast daily. Conference and Event facilities available. 268 Napier Street, Bendigo 3550 03 5442 5855 [email protected]
Elm Motel The Best Bed in Bendigo on a Budget. We at the Elm, take great pride in providing excellent service. 24/7 self check in facilities available. Comfortable beds in lovely homely well appointed ground floor rooms. Ample off-street parking, guest laundry, only 3.5km from CBD. 454 High Street, Golden Square 3555 03 5447 7522 [email protected] elmmotel.com.au
Golden Reef Motor Inn The Golden Reef Motor Inn has 26 spacious ground floor rooms. Including 2 bedroom family suites, deluxe rooms, executive suites, spa suites and twin rooms (one with disabled facilities). All rooms have queen size beds, Foxtel, outdoor solar heated pool and spa. 186 McIvor Road, Strathdale 3550 03 5441 1000 [email protected] goldenreefmotorinn.com
Golden Square Motor Inn Only 2.5km from the CBD. All rooms are ground floor, affordable, spacious, quiet and feature queen size beds and double shower. Spa rooms available. 81cm TV. Free Foxtel. Excellent bistros within walking distance. All rooms equipped with tea and coffee making facilities and toasters. 371 High Street, Golden Square 3555 03 5441 3788 [email protected] goldensquaremotorinn.com.au
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National Hotel Complex Just 1km walk from the CBD, the National Hotel Complex offers 24 well appointed motel rooms, 12 x 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments and a 3 bedroom cottage. The National Hotel Complex also offers our guests Foxtel, guest laundry, off-street parking, outdoor pool as well as onsite access to our bar, bistro and function room facilities. 182-186 High Street, Bendigo 3550 03 5441 5777 [email protected] nationalhotelcomplex.com.au
Oval Motel Bendigo Central, clean, comfortable and affordable. The Oval Motel is a short walk from the CBD and only 600 metres from the Bendigo Art Gallery and the Ulumbarra Theatre. Comfortable beds and a flat-screen TV. Book on our website! Best price guaranteed! 194 Barnard Street, Bendigo 3550 03 5443 7211 [email protected] ovalmotel.com.au
Quality Hotel Lakeside Quality Hotel Lakeside Bendigo is the region’s premier hotel, restaurant and conference centre. Only 1.5 km from the CDB with views over the iconic Lake Weeroona, enjoy a choice of accommodation from our brand new lake view luxury apartments and king suites, to affordable family and twin rooms. The finest local produce showcased, craft beer, extensive wine & cocktail lists to accompany our modern Australian cuisine menu. 286 Napier Street, Bendigo 3550 03 5445 5300 [email protected] lakesidehotel.com.au
Quality Inn Colonial 34 quiet ground floor rooms available. Licensed Jonah’s Restaurant and Bar, function rooms and room service. Indoor heated pool, spa and sauna. 483-485 High Street, Golden Square 3555 03 5447 0122 [email protected] bendigocolonial.com.au
Sandhurst Motor Inn Bendigo 18 spacious ground floor units, close to shopping centres, hotels and clubs. Chargeback meals and breakfast available to rooms. Free guest laundry, microwave oven, BBQ and pool facilities. Split system heating/ cooling. 32” TV’s with built-in DVD. 6km from CBD. 211 High Street, Kangaroo Flat 3555 03 5447 8855 [email protected] bendigoaccommodation.com
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Quest Bendigo Quest Bendigo Central Quest Bendigo provides spacious apartment style Quest Bendigo Central provides hotel level servicing with hotel living with the benefits of 37 spacious 1, 2 and 3 the benefits of 60 stylish, contemporary, purpose built 1, bedroom apartments. All apartments include separate 2 and 3 bedroom serviced apartments, with fully equipped living and dining area, fully equipped kitchen, laundry kitchen, laundry facilities, separate living/dining areas and facilities, ensuite bathrooms and private balcony separate bedrooms and bathrooms, access to a swimming along with onsite parking, outdoor pool and BBQ pool and BBQ areas. Available for one night, one week area. Whether staying short-term or long-term, or long-term stays. Studio rooms with kitchenettes and Quest Bendigo is perfect for all travellers. access to guest laundry are also available. 489 High Street, Bendigo 3550 228 McCrae Street, Bendigo 3550 03 5447 0822 03 5410 1300
Tea House Motor Inn and Apartments Opposite beautiful Lake Weeroona. Only 1.5kms from the CBD. 24 ground floor rooms, consisting of executive king and queen rooms all with kitchenette’s, family rooms, spa rooms, a wheelchair access room and 2 bedroom self contained apartments. Solar heated pool and spa, also BBQ patio under Bali huts. Guest laundry. Ample off-street parking. Charge back meals available and breakfast delivered to rooms. 280 Napier Street, Bendigo 3550 03 5441 7111 [email protected] teahousemotorinn.com.au
The Heritage Bendigo The Heritage Bendigo offers our guests wonderful beds, super showers, beautifully clean rooms located in Golden Square within easy reach of all things Bendigo. Our 24 spacious ground floor hotel suites offer you 32” LCD TV’s & Foxtel with parking directly at your door. Other highlights include a delicious breakfast, solar heated swimming pool, conference facilities and guest laundry. 259 High Street, Golden Square 3550 03 5442 2788 [email protected] theheritagebendigo.com.au
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Bendigo Cottages Treat yourself to boutique accommodation in a beautiful garden setting. Enjoy a romantic weekend relaxing in the spa in Rose Cottage, a quiet retreat in Robin’s Nest or breakfast in the garden in Hyacinth, perfect for your special occasion or as a quiet oasis in your travels. Only a short walk to the arts precinct, theatres, hospital, restaurants, pubs and cafés. A cooked or continental breakfast is served to your cottage. All cottages have fully equipped kitchenette, bathroom, heating/cooling, TV and parking. 13 Anderson Street, Bendigo 3550 03 5441 5613 0478 590 050 [email protected] bendigocottages.com
Bishopscourt Bed & Breakfast Bishopscourt is a stately Victorian mansion perfectly situated in the heart of Bendigo’s arts and cultural precinct. Experience the sumptuous bedrooms, open-fires, claw-foot baths and tranquil garden. Perfect for relaxation and romance. 40 Forest Street, Bendigo 3550 03 5443 9456 0418 528 069 [email protected] bishopscourt.com.au
Ravenswood Retreat A spacious modern self-contained 2 bedroom home with lovely gardens and magnificent views overlooking the Ravenswood Valley. Provides comfort and convenience of home, in a restful rural setting. Enjoy privacy, friendship and assistance, to ensure a memorable stay. 94 Calder Alternative Highway, Ravenswood 3453 03 5435 3553 0408 374 598 [email protected] bendigotourism.com
River Gardens Axedale B&B Delicious country breakfast - fresh eggs, bacon, sausages, local tomatoes, honey and jams. Private room with own entrance, kitchenette and ensuite with all expected facilities. Several acres of rose gardens overlooking the Campaspe river, minutes from local pubs, cellar doors and wineries. A 20 minute drive to Bendigo or Heathcote. Adults only. No children, no pets. 91 Brownes Lane, Axedale 3551 0418 621 648 rivergardensaxedale.com
Stonehaven on Monsants If you like piña colada and want to escape - this is the place to be. Relax in extensive, leafy gardens, stroll to the pub, all only a short drive to the city - and bring your dog. Enjoy spacious, tastefully decorated, fully accredited, accommodation at realistic prices in a manicured garden setting. 29 Monsants Road, Maiden Gully 3551 03 5449 7466 0438 416 184 [email protected] stonehavenonmonsants.com.au
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Pengallie Welcome to Pengallie, gorgeous boutique self-contained accommodation, design inspired by Laura Ashley, just minutes from the heart of Bendigo. 2 queen bedrooms, a fold out bed for a fifth guest, and a portacot available. Free Foxtel, private garden, undercover parking and unabashed flair throughout. Bendigo Corner Store Café is just four doors away. 41 Langston Street, Bendigo 3550 0418 536 938 [email protected] pengallie.com.au
The Suites - Villa Belgravia “The Suites” offer luxury accommodation in central Bendigo. Two large suites occupy the ground floor of Villa Belgravia with private courtyard, portico entrance, large kitchenettes and bathrooms. A short walk from Bendigo’s dining, entertainment and business districts, The Suites provide a tranquil haven with a relaxed yet sophisticated style of a European villa. Come - relax, enjoy, explore. 115 Wattle Street, Bendigo 3550 1800 813 153 bendigotourism.com
Abide on Beischer Abide on Beischer has been established with a vision to provide a superior accommodation experience, our core principle is to strive to deliver facilities and services that leave guests refreshed and rejuvenated. Both brand new single level townhouses offer an open plan living design, fully equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances, 3 bedrooms, entertaining alfresco area with BBQ, free Foxtel, all set within a lovely landscaped private garden. 19 Beischer Street, Bendigo 3550 0407 351 445 [email protected] abideonbeischer.com.au
Allawah Bendigo Allawah Bendigo, located in central Bendigo, offers a range of quality, serviced self-contained accommodation. Our properties include suites, 1 and 2 bedroom apartments, executive apartments with lock up garages. Perfect for short or long-term stays. Visit allawahbendigo.com for images. 5 Mackenzie Street, Bendigo 3550 03 5441 7003 [email protected] allawahbendigo.com
Banksia Heights Relax in a peaceful bush setting 5 minutes from the CBD, racecourse and the showgrounds. This comfortable 2 bedroom cottage sleeps up to 4 adults and is child friendly. This is an ideal starting point for exploring Bendigo and regional Victoria as well as a base for work or sporting events. The cottage is fully self-contained and all linen is provided. Overnight or longer term bookings are welcome. Bookings are essential through the Bendigo Visitor Centre. 17-25 Crane Street, White Hills 3550 1800 813 153 [email protected] bendigotourism.com
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Bendigo Holiday Accommodation Cobb and Co House is a 5 Bedroom 3 bathroom home opposite the Sacred Heart Cathedral within walking distance of everything Bendigo. We also present a selection of smaller houses and modern self-contained apartments for your short or long stay in this beautiful city. Bendigo 3550 0418 487 188 [email protected] bendigoholidayaccommodation.com.au
2 and 3 bedroom self-contained houses in Bendigo CBD. Family and pet friendly, with off-street parking plus all linen supplied. Great for weddings, sporting and corporate events and just as a base to explore this glorious city of Bendigo. Enquire today!
BendigoHolidayRentals.com 0408 395 312
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Bridge Haven A modern, bright and beautifully-appointed haven on Bridge Street which is walking distance to Lake Weeroona, Tennis Centre, CBD, Ulumbarra Theatre, Arts Precinct and fabulous local cafés, bars and restaurants. Our home is beautifully renovated 1920’s California Bungalow with a modern kitchen, 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms featuring polished floorboards, stained glass windows, high ceilings, fireplaces and ducted heating and cooling. 142 Bridge Street, Bendigo 3550 bendigotourism.com
DeBeers Townhouses Relax in fully self-contained accommodation in central Bendigo. Just a short walk to restaurants, shops, the arts precinct, Bendigo Hospital and Lake Weeroona. Spacious and well appointed townhouses each featuring 3 bedrooms, master with ensuite and balcony, 2 bathrooms, plasma TV, all linen supplied, outdoor courtyard, fully equipped laundry and kitchen. Your home away from home! 12A and 12B Havelock Street, Central Bendigo 3550 0400 121 374 1800 813 153 [email protected] bendigotourism.com
Grandview Apartment From the grand entry to the red velvet reading room looking out over Rosalind Park to the arts precinct and galleries, with front balcony and rear roof top terrace and walking distance to Bendigo’s favourite restaurants and attractions. The Grandview Apartment has everything you need, and so much more. 159 View Street, Bendigo 3550 0438 416 186 [email protected] bendigotourism.com
Hustler’s Reef Modern accommodation for 2 - 4 people in prestigious Barkly Street. 10 minute walk through Rosalind Park to the CBD, Ulumbarra Theatre, Bendigo Art Gallery, restaurants, shops, parks, sporting facilities and hospital. Unwind, relax and enjoy the peaceful setting. Close, clean and comfortable. Spoil yourself. Winner of 2012 Heritage Australia and City of Greater Bendigo award for Innovative and Sensitive extension. Guests can request a tour. 15 Barkly Street, Bendigo 3550 1800 813 153 bendigotourism.com
Kip’s Cottage Kip’s Cottage is a delightful period home in central Bendigo. Walk and explore the thriving food scene, arts precinct, Ulumbarra Theatre and Lake Weeroona. This as-new 2 bedroom cottage can host 6 guests and has all the facilities for a relaxing stay including ducted cooling and heating, open plan living and european laundry. Set in a quiet tree-lined street, you’ll enjoy the privacy of the outdoor deck with BBQ and off-street parking. 34 Baxter Street, Bendigo 3550 bendigotourism.com
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Number 12 Number 12 is furnished with a mix of antique and modern appointments, featuring a new contemporary kitchen, a master bedroom with flat screen television and stereo, a second more traditional bedroom, one and a half bathrooms, full laundry facilities, a cozy living room with a piano and a downstairs family room. Ideally located within a few minutes walking distance to the train station and the centre of Bendigo. 12 Brougham Street, Bendigo 3550 1800 813 153 [email protected] bendigotourism.com
Pownall’s Cottage Pownall’s Cottage (built 1862) is a charming self-contained cottage located in a quiet street walking distance to the Bendigo CBD. The property is made up of two historic landmarks, Pownall’s Cottage and the adjacent Millin’s Stables. Available for short and long-term stays, Pownall’s Cottage has been restored and renovated with attention to detail providing a unique and very special offering. Fully equipped kitchen, spacious bathroom, quality furniture, linen and original artwork. 14 Bannerman Street, Bendigo 3550 bendigotourism.com
St Aidans Self Contained Apartment Magnificently restored apartment within a historic building that has been converted into a prestigious gated complex. Fully self-contained and comfortably furnished perfect for a long or short stay. 4/202 St Aidans Road, Bendigo 3550 0407 496 568 [email protected]
Stay Social Comfy, eco-friendly and extremely thoughtful seven bedroom guesthouse in the heart of Bendigo. Great for business trips, holidays and group stays. Book by the room, or the whole house for up to 12 people. Enjoy the unique facilities including chooks, veggie gardens, outdoor spaces and quirky designs! Winner 2017 Excellence in Accommodation - Bendigo Business Excellence Awards. 212 Queen Street, Bendigo 3550 0473 987 770 [email protected] staysocial.com.au
Stays on Forest Beautiful fully self-contained boutique style accommodation. This circa 1890s, 2 bedroom terrace has been tastefully renovated offering modern facilities right in the heart of Bendigo near the attractive theatre and arts precinct. A great place to relax and unwind. 123 Forest Street, Bendigo 3550 0418 132 471 [email protected] staysonforest.com
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GilGraves Farmstay & Vineyard Guests enjoy a quiet peaceful environment at GilGraves Farmstay & Vineyard. Located near the rural hamlet of Axedale, enjoy lovely views across the countryside from the wide verandahs. An authentic farm stay experience we have animals for you to feed and pat, a wonderful country experience for all the family. A comfortable 3 bedroom cottage on a 50 acre sheep farm. 310 Canny Road, Axedale 3551 0409 805 951 bendigotourism.com
Home Flat House Come stay a while - observe farm life, explore the paddocks or the Campaspe River, relax and enjoy the view or make us your base from which to day trip in central Victoria. Home Flat House is a fully self- contained 3 bedroom house with modern amenities, located on our working cattle and sheep farm. Centrally located to Bendigo, Heathcote and Elmore. 770 Axedale-Goornong Road, Fosterville, 3557 [email protected] threefarmers.com.au
Jamar Lodge Come and relax on a working farm! Jamar Lodge is a purpose built B&B overlooking olive trees and vines. It is set in a fantastic location, that is 30 minutes from Bendigo, 35 minutes from Heathcote and 45 minutes from Echuca. A continental breakfast with seasonal fruits is included. 340 Collins Road, Goornong 3557 [email protected] bendigotourism.com heathcote.org.au
Lazenby Farm Retreat Lazenby Farm offers farm stay accommodation in a tranquil unique setting, surrounded by trees and animals on a working farm. Offering a self-contained cottage comprising of 2 large bedrooms with 1 queen bed and 2 single beds. There is a bathroom, laundry, fully equipped kitchen and all newly renovated. The back patio provides you with the perfect place to dine outside in the warmer months. 470 Calder Alternative Highway, Lockwood South 3551 bendigotourism.com
Learmonths Place Learmonths Place is a fully renovated farmhouse where you can enjoy visiting some of the local wineries and historic goldrush towns. Or simply relax on the property taking in the abundant bird life, starry nights and river views only walking distance from the house. Enjoy the tranquillity of country living on the Loddon River only 34km from Bendigo. 4183 Bridgewater Maldon Road, Bridgewater On Loddon 3516 03 5442 6098 [email protected] bendigotourism.com
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A-Line Holiday Park If you are after a unique place to stay in a spacious and beautifully maintained native setting, then look no further! We offer a variety of quality and affordable accommodation, ranging from holiday units to private ensuite caravan sites. Only 2 minutes to Lansell Square shopping centre and 10 minutes to Bendigo CBD. Solar heated pool, BBQs, playground and all linen provided. 5615 Calder Highway, Big Hill (Bendigo) 3555 03 5447 9568 alineholidayparkbendigo.com.au
Avondel Caravan Park Relax and enjoy our small friendly operated park. Set back from the Calder Highway, we offer clean and comfortable accommodation to suit all budgets and styles. Avondel is the ideal base to explore Victoria’s goldfields and the many attractions Bendigo has to offer. Perfect for the weekend getaway, extended stay or sporting groups. 723 Calder Highway, Maiden Gully (Bendigo) 3551 03 5449 6265 [email protected] avondelcaravanpark.com.au
BIG4 Bendigo Ascot Holiday Park Create your own special memories at Bendigo’s only award-winning holiday park, where our staff are dedicated to ensuring your stay is fun and hassle free. We have accommodation to suit every budget or lifestyle choice, closest park to the city centre in a quiet location convenient to all major tourist attractions. 15 Heinz Street, White Hills 3550 03 5448 4421 [email protected] big4bendigo.com.au
BIG4 Bendigo Marong Holiday Park An oasis in the heart of the central goldfields, just 10 minutes from Bendigo. Spacious cabins, large shady grassed caravan and camping sites. Solar heated swimming pool, covered hydro spa, giant jumping pillow, playgrounds, flying fox. Large camp kitchen and recreation and conference space ideal for families and groups. Dog friendly cabins and sites. For a relaxed break, stay and enjoy our country hospitality. 1449 Calder Highway, Marong, Bendigo 3515 03 5435 2329 1800 642 329 [email protected] big4.com.au/bendigo-marong
BIG4 Bendigo Park Lane Holiday Park Home to Bendigo’s favourite indoor facility, Parky’s Wonderland, we offer all park guests free access to this amazing 4 level play structure. Our pet friendly park boasts a welcoming atmosphere, located close to Bendigo’s many enjoyable attractions. With air conditioned 2 and 3 bedroom cabins, we have an accommodation option to suit any budget. 761 McIvor Highway, Junortoun 3551 1800 440 000 [email protected] parklaneholidayparks.com.au
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Freecall: 1800 637 176
Offering Attractions & Activities • Superior, deluxe & budget accommodation • Function centre for groups / family reunions • Ensuite powered sites • Victoria’s largest jumping pillow • Shady powered & unpowered sites • Shaded pool & playground • Drive-thru available, big-rig zone • Games room, pedal karts • Spotless amenities, air conditioned • Internet kiosk & 2 playstations • Camp kitchen, BBQ’s, dump point • Tennis court, basketball, mini golf • Native gardens, bitumen roads • Giant chess, carpet bowls • Quiet, friendly family environment • Home theatrette, surround sound • 1km to supermarket, chemist, hot bread etc. • 2 playgrounds • Sites from $36, cabins from $95 • Pet friendly cabins available
Free broadband internet with wireless access to all sites
293-297 Midland Highway, Epsom (Bendigo) 3551 03 5448 4747 Reservations 1800 637 176 [email protected] goldnugget.com.au
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Accommodation
The Graduate Bendigo has 37 private bedrooms, all with individual heating and cooling. They offer long and short term, work, study, placement, group and summer accommodation, with Wi-Fi, kitchen equipment, guest BBQ and laundry facilities. It is walking distance to a heated pool, walking tracks, Coles supermarket and take away food shops. They have 3 kitchens, one being a registered commercial kitchen, 3 large dining and lounge rooms for TV and playing pool. They have ensuites and a mobility accessible bathroom as well as separate male and female bathrooms. The Graduate offers an easy self-check in service for any after hour’s arrivals. For inquiries or bookings phone or email.
79 Murphy Street, Bendigo 3550 0424 415 049 [email protected] thegraduatebendigo.com.au
Parking in Bendigo
Parking throughout the city is generally $1.80 per hour or $6.50 per day. Check signage for time restrictions.
The following all day car parks on the outer perimeter of the CBD are $3.70 per day: Tom Flood Sports Centre and Queen Elizabeth Oval. The multi-storey carpark in Hargreaves Street (CBD) is $1.80 per hour or $8 all day. The Edwards Street multi-storey carpark (CBD) is free for the first 90 minutes then $1.90 per hour or $8.50 all day. Weekend parking is free; however time limits do apply.
110 ExploreBendigo ExploreHeathcote BendigoEatDrinkShop Start your happily ever after in Bendigo A dream wedding starts with the perfect location.
With grand architecture and gardens inspired by Europe, contemporary laneways and amazing venues to choose from, Bendigo is the city where your dream wedding comes true. The perfect beginning of your forever ever after. Find out more at www.bendigotourism.com or speak to one of our specialists call 1800 813 153.
Photo by Breanna Gravener Photography
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Hit the open road and discover the region at your own pace. From artisans in Castlemaine, natural beauty and country charm in Loddon to unearthing hidden treasures in Maryborough.
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Think creativity, think welcoming, think Castlemaine, Maldon and Surrounds.
Castlemaine, Maldon and Surrounds is home to a Live Like A Local passionate community of artists, activists and articulate Visit the house of a creative Victorian era locals who have strong sustainability and cultural values. family at Buda Historic Home & Garden. They’ve created a place that is spirited, vibrant and Journey between Castlemaine and Maldon welcoming and always buzzing with things to see and do. onboard the Victorian Goldfields Railway. Experience all year round events, festivals, markets, live Pick up something special at one of our music, plentiful produce and a paddock to plate ethos, eclectic shops or galleries. exceptional art galleries, theatres, bookshops, cafés, Eat and drink your way around wineries, cideries, boutiques and plenty of artisan made and second hand cafés, restaurants and farmers markets. curios. Once a gold mining hot spot, today it’s been revived into a picturesque environment blessed with Experience local history and art at Castlemaine native vegetation, mining relics and seasonal wonders. Art Museum. Discover the bush by bike on the many mountain bike Follow us online @castlemainemaldonsurrounds and cycling trails in Harcourt and surrounding towns, or stroll through the many parks and gardens. There are also beautiful heritage streetscapes and townships that boast Victorian era charm with a contemporary flair. If you seek a combination of the best food, art, culture, produce, nature and heritage – you’ve struck gold with Castlemaine, Maldon and Surrounds.
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Loddon Valley
Spend the day in the genuine little country towns of the Loddon Valley.
A region mainly unspoilt, Loddon’s many attractions Live Like A Local offer visitors an easy going experience of relaxation Launch your boat in the Loddon River at Bridgewater. and unhurried holidaying, whether you’re here for an Lose time in the antique and collectable shops of extended stay or a brief visit. Inglewood. Shop for vintage wares, learn about the region’s once See the amazing collection at Wedderburn’s burgeoning eucalyptus oil industry, visit the farm gates, community-run General Store Museum. wineries and country bakeries and unwind in Victoria’s Visit the Simply Tomatoes farm gate in Boort backyard. for great food and country hospitality. The Loddon River is a favourite for fishing, swimming View some unique artwork and locally made and water skiing. Mount Kooyoora has great camping, products at Bridgewater on Loddon. picnic and hiking facilities – and an unsurpassed view over the plains. For more information go to visitloddonvalley.com.au From Aboriginal sites to early European settlements, or follow our Facebook and Instagram pages to relics of the gold rush, there is plenty of history to @VisitLoddonValley immerse yourself in.
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Maryborough & Surrounds
The world’s largest alluvial gold nugget, the Welcome Stranger, was unearthed in the Central Goldfields.
Rich in gold rush history, today's fortune hunters still Live Like A Local flock to Maryborough and Dunolly’s historic gold Find locally-grown produce in cool cafés, detecting supply stores in search for that elusive find. providores and markets. In Maryborough, the famous railway station is the town’s Shop the quirky stores for quality antiques icon and a must visit. Local art galleries and museums and collectables. host top quality exhibitions and there are many beautiful Fossick for gold in the box-ironbark forests. country pubs and cafés to tantalise the tastebuds. Cycle the series of scenic trails through classic Take the scenic drive to Talbot and fossick the quirky goldfields country. bookstore and other boutiques on offer, and taste Pack your camera for the postcard-worthy towns regional produce at the providore and eatery in town. of Dunolly, Talbot, Carisbrook and Bealiba. Once a month, winding Scandinavian Crescent comes to life for the farmers’ market day. For more information visitmaryborough.com.au For those who like the outdoors, make sure you 1800 356 511 bring your bike to pedal along one of 15 cycling trails weaving their way through traditional goldfields and box-ironbark forests.
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Just an hour from Bendigo your Murray River escape awaits! Summer or Winter, this stunning riverside environment hosts year-round events and family-friendly activities for you to enjoy.
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ANNUAL EVENTS: Summer: Autumn: Winter: Spring: Southern 80 Ski Country Racing Steam Rally – June Pop and Pour Race - February Echuca Cup - March Winter Blues Music Wine & Food Riverboats Music Tie the Knot Wedding Festival – July Festival – Festival - February Festival - May November
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EMERGENCY SERVICES VETERINARY TAXIS Police, Fire, Ambulance 000 Bendigo Animal Hospital Bendigo Taxis POLICE (24 Hour emergency services) 13 10 08 294 Napier Street Bendigo Police Station Wheelchair Bookings 03 5443 3322 High Street 03 5444 1271 03 5448 1300 PHARMACY Heathcote Taxi 24 Hour – UFS Pharmacy Heathcote Police (non emergency) 03 5433 3777 Corner Barnard and View Street 03 5433 3711 UBER 03 5443 4610 HOSPITAL uber.com/en-au Free WIFI available Bendigo Hospital SHEBAH in Bendigo CBD Mercy Street VicFreeWiFi shebah.com.au 03 5454 6000 RACV EMERGENCY BENDIGO - MELBOURNE Heathcote Health ROAD SERVICE AIRPORT SERVICE Hospital Street 13 11 11 03 5444 3939 03 5431 0900 V/LINE RAIL AND COACH DENTAL EMERGENCY 1800 800 007 Bendigo Hospital McIvor Transit 100 Barnard Street Heathcote to Bendigo bus service 03 5454 7994 03 5446 7018
Bendigo Tourism in partnership with the City of Greater Bendigo
Published by: Bendigo Tourism is committed to Write, phone or email to: improving the quality of service MARKETING MANAGER - TOURISM P.O. Box 1376, Bendigo Central 3552 Bendigo Tourism in tourism and enhancing the 1800 813 153 • P +61 3 5434 6060 Board Inc. A0019770S visitor experience. If you have any E [email protected] • [email protected] 51-67 Pall Mall, comments or feedback about your W bendigotourism.com • heathcote.org.au Bendigo 3550. visit or this guide, contact us. W bendigo.vic.gov.au
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Bendigo is easily accessible via car, plane, bus or train.
Driving Regular train and bus services from Bendigo can also We’re 153km north of Melbourne up the Calder take you to other great places such as Maryborough, Freeway (M79). Castlemaine, Mildura, Swan Hill, Echuca, Daylesford, Ballarat and Geelong. Melbourne Airport For more information visit vline.com.au Bendigo Airport Services operate the Bendigo or phone V/Line on 1800 800 007. shuttle bus to and from Melbourne Airport offering several services per day, stopping at Kangaroo Top tips for getting around Flat, Castlemaine, Chewton, Malmsbury, Kyneton, 1. Bendigo Taxis and Uber Woodend and Gisborne en route. To get you from A to B. Bendigo Airport 2. Bendigo Railway Station Regular train and bus services operate to and from Melbourne, QantasLink operates daily between Bendigo BXG and Sydney SYD airports. Flights are approximately Maryborough, Castlemaine, Echuca, Ballarat, two hours one-way. Tickets can be purchased via Geelong and Mildura. Qantas.com or contact 13 13 13. 3. Bendigo Bus Services/myki myki is a reusable Train travel card. Make your way around Bendigo The express service from Melbourne’s Southern Cross suburbs via Public Transport with your myki card. Station will get you to Bendigo in just over 90 minutes. 4. Tram Explore Bendigo via vintage tram. Public transport requires you to use a Myki card, available for purchase online at ptv.vic.gov.au or Bendigo Visitor 5. Walking and Bike Tracks Discover Bendigo Centre. The Bendigo Train Station is just a few minutes by foot or bike with ample designated tracks walk from the city centre. throughout the city and beyond.
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Avis Budget Car & Truck Rental Bendigo As a locally owned franchise, Avis and Budget provide Car, Truck, Van, 4WD & Bus Rentals for every occasion at the very best rates. If you are planning an event, holiday, day trip or need a vehicle in an emergency than we are here for you 7 days a week. With several other nearby locations including Ballarat, Kyneton and Castlemaine any type of hire can be available on request, this includes pickup and drop off at the Bendigo Airport. We also sell ex rental fleet at an exceptional standard. 579 Napier Street, White Hills 3550 03 5432 0488 [email protected]
Bendigo Airport Service Everyday, on time, hassle free and air conditioned buses with seat belts. Experienced drivers take you to and from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. 16 services per day. Picking up at Bendigo, Kangaroo Flat*, Castlemaine, Chewton*, Malmsbury*, Kyneton, Woodend* and Gisborne*. *These services operate only on demand and must be booked 12hrs in advance. Your gateway to Melbourne airport: Book and pay online 03 5444 3939 bendigoairportservice.com.au
Emrow Bus Lines Emrow Bus Lines offers modern charter services and tours of the Bendigo and wider region. If you are planning a trip to Bendigo let us help you explore the wider region with a day trip to one of many hidden gems in the region. 0411 955 957 [email protected] emrow.com.au
Travel Times
By Car Distance By Train/Bus Melbourne to Bendigo 110min 153km 120min* Bendigo to Castlemaine 30min 38km 25min* Bendigo to Ballarat 90min 122km 120min* Bendigo to Echuca 70min 92km 75min* Bendigo to Melbourne Airport 90min 143km Melbourne to Heathcote 90min 123km 90min* Bendigo to Heathcote 35min 47km 50min**
*V/Line Service – vline.com.au **PTV Service – ptv.vic.gov.au
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Anderson St A79 Garden Gully Smith St To Bendigo Stadium Reserve Victoria Hill Historic Mining Site Goldmines Hotel Marong, Maiden Gully Valentine St Niemann St
Mildura Ryan St St Barney 1 B260 Moore St To Exhibition Centre & Grattan St
Catholic College Drought St Showground / Market
t Dooley St Dooley
To Bendigo Stadium Bendigo s Victoria Hill Historic Mining Site a E Barkly Tce West Goldmines Hotel Barkly St e NORTH To St John c Great Stupa T Stewart St of God Hospital ly Bendigo Barkly Mews k Star Cinema Rosalind St ar B Emergency Eaglehawk, Marong, Department Thunder St Maiden Gully, Mildura Emergency Access Barnard St via Drought St Bancroft St Anne Caudle Centre Bendigo Harney St Hospital Faith Leech Mercy St Waterloo St Aquatic Centre Hope St To Chinese Joss House 1km Don St Historic Grandstand Queen Rd Park Lucan St Vine St Rowan St Elizabeth Croquet Club Tennis Bendigo Water St Wattle St Oval Courts Bayne St Uley St Netball Bowling Club Forest St Tom Flood Court Sports Centre Gaol Rd 2 Dudley House Historic Fire Station Wattle St Park Rd Hall Mackenzie St Short St St Johns LaTrobe The Presbyterian Visual Arts Capital Ulumbarra Bridge St Church Centre Theatre
Violet St Poppet Head Lookout &
Girton Bendigo Heritage Mosaic Camp Hill way one Primary School Grammar School MacKenzie Quarters Bendigo Bendigo Senior Joseph St Lake Weeroona Art Gallery Secondary College Playground Bendigo Playground Calder Hwy Forest St Arts Golden High St Dragon Tennis Complex Melbourne Sacred Heart Uniting Church Precinct Rotunda A79 Rosalind Fernery Museum Cathedral Military Sidney Myer Arnold St Havelock St Museum Place BendigoPark Dai Gum San Midland Hwy Central Deborah Girton (Chinese Precinct) Charing Visitor Centre Farmer Ln To Bendigo Pottery Police Gold Mine Grammar School Cross
View St View Conservatory A300 Station St Kilian’s Bendigo Jockey Club Bendigo Church Alexandra Vahland Church Napier St Bendigo Botanic Gardens (0.5km) Creek St North Fountain Fountain Howard Pl of Christ Law Courts McCrae St O’Keefe Rail Trail Pall Mall Bendigo Bank Beehive St Baxter Tramways Av Vintage Talking Elmore, Echuca Creek St South Head Office BRIT Tram Route Building Hotel Bendigo Regional Shamrock Bath Lane Victoria Ln Institute of Tafe MYER Department Store Bendigo School of Mines Chancery Ln
Hargreaves St Bull St Hargreaves St 3 Hargreaves Mall Library & Industries Building Nolan St Post Bendigo Office Civic Bowling CFA Tramways Gardens Centre Depot Department of Town Hall Human Services Bendigo Queen St Council Hopetoun St Woollen
Myrtle St Myrtle Centrelink Offices Mills Bendigo Market St Lyttleton Tce King St Cinema Residential The Zone area Charleston Rd Residential Lyttleton Tce Bcentral Bendigo Airport
Supermarket Chapel St Larritt St Wills St area YMCA BTECH Lansell St
St Andrews Av Myers St BRIT Bendigo McIvor Rd Regional Institute of TAFE
Arthur St St Andrews Mitchell St Garsed St Edward St Uniting Church Bramble St Discovery Science & Kennedy St Bendigo East Technology Centre St Pauls Swimming Pool & Anglican Cathedral Mollison St Bowling Club Salvation 44 Bendigo VRI Army Bendigo Marketplace Bowling Club Supermarket and Railway Pl 100+ specialty shops Williamson St Urban/Regional McLaren St Mundy St B280 Bus Interchange, Airport Bus To Lake Eppalock 7 minutes walk McIvor Hwy O’Keefe Rail Trail Confectionery Capers VicRoads Bendigo Railway Mandurang To La Trobe University, Station Sedgwick Strathfieldsaye 0 250m 500m Heathcote Sutton Grange Lake Eppalock This map is representative only and not intended as an accurate reference map. Times and distances shown are guides only.
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