Hidden in a steep-sided valley, Walhalla is Gippsland's most evocative and loved historic town. After the discovery of gold in 1863 Walhalla thrived as one of Australia's richest towns with over 4000 people living in the area at its peak in the 1880s. Fires, flood and disease were among the pioneering hardships endured by its tough and vibrant population. When gold ran out in 1914 the decline was rapid, and for most of the 20th century Walhalla was frozen in time. Electricity was only connected in 1998, but now many of its original features are being faithfully restored and opened to visitors.

Things to do
Main street meander: Tramline walking track, hilltop cricket ground, Spetts Cottage, The Old Hospital, Windsor House, Mountaineer Brass Band Rotunda, St Johns Church, faulty war memorial, Old Fire Station, Mechanics Institute, Bank Vault, Post & Telegraph Office, and hillside cemetery.

Long Tunnel Extended Mine Tour - Ph (03) 5165 6259

Walhalla GoldField Railways Tourist train ride, 20 minutes each way

Walhalla Copper Mine Adventure Tour Mountain-Top Experience 4WD tour

Ghost Towns Explorer ½ day Mountain-Top Experience 4WD tour

Places to Eat

Grey Horse Café , at the Star Hotel. Lunches everyday 11am to 4 pm.

Walhalla General Store and Miners Café (5165 6227).