Albury–Wodonga's Top 24 Things to See and Do

Published
21 Jan 2025
Image credit
Ben Savage, Visit Victoria

 

Two cities plus two states equals a holiday by the banks of the Murray River that’s too good. Whether you’re seeking a riverside escape or a home base for snow season, Albury–Wodonga is a regional hotspot for art, outdoor activities, and delicious dining.

We’ve listed our 24 tips for the best things to do in Albury–Wodonga, plus top-notch suggestions about where to book your accommodation with G’day Parks!

ALBURY

Noreuil Park Foreshore

Image: Robert Blackburn, VIsit Victoria

This riverside park is a family favourite. At Noreuil Park Foreshore, share a picnic under shady trees, play on the fenced playground, BBQ up a storm, or get active swimming, kayaking, or cycling.

Murray Art Museum Albury (MAMA)

 

MAMA is a thriving contemporary art museum, featuring innovative exhibitions, events, workshops, and artist talks. Dive headfirst into Albury’s creative scene and let it spark your inspiration.

Albury Botanic Gardens

 

Albury Botanic Gardens is the place for walks, picnics, and relaxing, including a magical children’s garden, heritage walk, and rainforest collection. Hot tip—time your trip with their Music in the Gardens free outdoor concerts, held on select Sundays throughout the year.

Yindyamarra Sculpture Walk

Image: Carmen Zammit, VIsit Victoria

Yindyamarra Sculpture Walk, part of the Wagirra Trail, displays a series of contemporary Aboriginal sculptures inspired by reconciliation, native Aussie animals, and Indigenous history. The walk spans just over five kilometres from Kremur Street to Wonga Wetlands (the full Wagirra Trail is a 15-kilometre return shared pathway, great for walking, running, and cycling).

Wonga Wetlands

Spot local wildlife and birdlife at Wonga Wetlands. Free to enter all year round, the wetlands include lagoons, walking trails, bird hides, ancient river red gums, an Indigenous campsite replica and scar tree, visitor’s centre (housed in an original 1890s homestead), education centre, and BBQ facilities.

Monument Hill

 

The Monument Hill War Memorial stands tall at the end of Albury’s main street, overlooking the city and its surrounds. The Monument Hill Parklands are a popular place to walk, see native flora and fauna, and be rewarded with the summit views.

Heritage Walking Tour

Image: Robert Blackburn, VIsit Victoria

Explore Albury’s beautiful buildings, including the historic railway station, church, town hall, and classic art deco houses. Follow the Walking Tour map for a self-guided journey.

Albury LibraryMuseum

 

Seamlessly fusing the strengths of library and museum together, Albury LibraryMuseum is a community hub full of books, artefacts, exhibitions, and events.

WODONGA

High Country Rail Trail

 

Starting in Wodonga, the 80-kilometre-long High Country Rail Trail passes farmland, forest, and Lake Hume—including the bright red Sandy Creek Bridge. Perfect for cycling and walking, it finishes with a challenging climb up to historic Shelley Station (which was Victoria’s highest railway station).

Markets

Image: Rob Blackburn, VIsit Victoria

Taste local produce and find one-of-a-kind, handmade souvenirs. Albury Wodonga Farmers Market is held every Saturday from 8am to 12pm at Lincoln Causeway, and On the Border Community Market is held on various dates at Junction Square. (Over the border, the Kiewa Street Market takes place on Sunday from 8.30am to 12pm in Kiewa Street, Albury.)

Hyphen – Wodonga Library Gallery

Hyphen – Wodonga Library Gallery is Wodonga’s home of art and literature, with several galleries, a full library service, and studios for events, author and artist talks, and workshops.

Junction Place

Image: The Precinct Studios, Tourism Australia/VIsit Victoria

Taking a former historic railway station and turning it into a hub for markets, events, and cafés? That’s exactly what Junction Place has done—it’s home to everything from sushi and soy lattes to fine dining.

Wodonga Creek Miniature Railway

Young kids – and train fans – will be tickled pink by Wodonga Creek Miniature Railway. On the third Sunday of each month (except January), it’s all aboard for train rides on live steam and diesel miniature locomotives, plus there’s a playground and drinks, sweets, and souvenirs for purchase from the ticket office.

Bonegilla Migrant Experience

 

Less than 15 minutes out of Wodonga, the Bonegilla Migrant Experience tells the story of migration in Australia, having once been the largest and longest operating reception centre in the post-war era. Step into Block 19, learn about the people who came through it, and tour the original buildings.

Army Museum Bandiana

 

On the outskirts of Wodonga, Australia’s largest military museum collection awaits at Army Museum Bandiana. Explore vehicles, uniforms, and memorabilia, displayed in a WWII-era, timber-framed warehouse.

NEIGHBOURING TOWNS

Lake Hume

 

Lake Hume is the home of water activities, including kayaking, canoeing, boating, water skiing, wakeboarding, stand-up paddleboarding, and fishing. Along the shoreline, you’ll find boat ramps, reserves, walking trails, and three G’day Parks!

State Parks

For hiking and wildlife spotting, Mount Granya State Park is approximately an hour away, and Mount Lawson State Park is under 90 minutes’ drive. Keen for a short detour? Head to the Kurrajong Gap Lookout for awesome views of Lake Hume.

Rutherglen Wine Region

 

Who’s up for a day of winery hopping? There’s more than 20 cellar doors in the Rutherglen Wine Region, promising delicious drops and shared platters.

Corowa Distilling Co.

Image: The Precinct Studios, Tourism Australia/VIsit Victoria

Less than an hour out of Albury–Wodonga (and only five minutes from Ball Park Caravan Park), Corowa Distilling Co. is a whisky and chocolate factory, operating in an abandoned flour mill. The distillery creates world-class single malt whisky, while sister store Junee Licorice and Chocolate produces scrumptious sweet treats.

Bright

 

Brighten up your holiday at this riverside town in the alpine foothills. Bright boasts scenic drives and trails for valley, mountain, and river views. As for food and drink, the local restaurants, cellar doors, cafés, and farm gates leave nothing to be desired.

Beechworth

Image: Roberto Seba, VIsit Victoria

This day trip will make you feel as though you’ve stepped back in time. Beechworth’s township is characterised by gold rush architecture and stunning scenery (especially in autumn). Stroll past historic buildings, walk to Woolshed Falls, or savour the hours at a cellar door, distillery, or brewery.

Corryong

 

About an hour and a half east of Albury–Wodonga, Corryong is an adventure playground. We’re talking rock climbing, rafting, horse riding, 4WDing, cycling, fishing, and bushwalking. Visit The Man From Snowy River Museum (or the annual bush festival in April), view public murals, and admire the alpine scenery.

White Water Rafting

Image: The View From Here, Tourism Australia/VIsit Victoria

Anyone for white water rafting? On the Lower Mitta River, traverse everything from calm ponds to rock jumps and alpine river rapids.

Mountain Biking

 

Whether you’re hurtling down the cities’ MTB tracks at Nail Can Hill (Albury) and Hunchback Hill (Wodonga), or heading out to Beechworth, Mount Beauty, Bright, and Wagga Wagga, there’s no shortage of mountain biking adventures around these parts.

 

STAY WITH G'DAY

Ready to book? G’day Parks has six great holiday parks near Albury–Wodonga.

Albury All Seasons Tourist Park 

 

Escape to the Murray River at Albury All Seasons Tourist Park for drive-through and grassed sites, self-contained cabins, and fantastic facilities. A Two-Bedroom Holiday Cabin sleeps up to six people, and the park is dog-friendly with a swimming pool, adventure playground, camp kitchen, and BBQ areas.

Wodonga Caravan & Cabin Park

 

Long weekends and riverside getaways come alive at Wodonga Caravan and Cabin Park. This serene park has a large range of powered sites and cabins suitable for every kind of traveller. Book a Superior, Six-Berth Cabinthen enjoy the swimming pool, playground, and seasonal campfires.

Discovery Parks – Lake Hume, NSW

 

Discovery Parks – Lake Hume, New South Wales provides bucketloads of fun, including a bouncing pillow, playground, shaded swimming pool, and paddle boards and kayaks for hire. Secure a waterfront powered or unpowered site to wake up beside the lake, or take in the view from the balcony of a Superior Two-Bedroom Waterview Cabin.

Discovery Parks – Lake Hume, VIC

 

At Discovery Parks – Lake Hume, Victoria, you’ll be spoilt for choice of in-park activities: resort-style pool, bouncing pillow, boat ramp, seasonal campfires, playground, hire equipment, activity room, tennis court, bike station … the list goes on! From spacious powered and unpowered sites to delightful, cosy cabins (some of which sleep up to seven guests), kick back and relax amongst picturesque, lakeside scenery.

Lakelands Caravan Park

 

Half an hour from Wodonga, Lakelands Caravan Park has gobsmacking views of Lake Hume. Breathe in the fresh air on powered or unpowered sites, or book a lakeside glamping tent to watch the sunset from your deck. When you’re this close to the water, Lake Hume becomes your playground—though the park has its own playground, and a huge camp kitchen, too.

Ball Park Caravan Park

 

Ball Park Caravan Park is located 45 minutes east of Albury, right beside the mighty Murray River. There’s direct access to the lagoon and beach – with a boat ramp – and the town centre and recreational facilities are only a short walk away. Sites are pet-friendly, and the park has a great range of cabins (such as a six-berth, two-bedroom Executive Unit).

 

There’s never a bad time to explore these charming twin cities. Book your Albury–Wodonga getaway on the G’day Parks app or online today!