Much to explore at Glenrowan
SITUATED between Wangaratta and Benalla, Glenrowan is famous for its links to a certain well-known bushranger, but there is so much more to this little hamlet than what happened in 1880.
Today, Glenrowan is a town that not only embraces its history, but looks to the future with fine regional wines and delicious local produce on offer as well as warm hospitality, tourist attractions and stunning bushland and natural landscapes.
The Glenrowan wine region has a long and rich winemaking history, as 130 years of winemaking has established the region’s reputation for full-bodied reds, fragrant whites and fortifieds, and the region’s cellar doors are cosy and welcoming to wine lovers.
The cellar doors are intimate and welcoming, many offering casual fare on weekends featuring local produce and delicacies.
Glenrowan itself also has several dining options to suit travellers and locals alike, and you can also have fun browsing the local shops, which sell everything from souvenirs to local food and vintage finds, or wander the local historic attractions to find out more about the town’s rich history.
There are also several fruit orchards and growers in the area producing various delicious fresh produce to tempt the tastebuds.
Nearby natural attractions include the Warby Ovens
National Park, the Winton Wetlands and more, offering many options for a picturesque picnic spot, bird watching and bushwalking, as well as vantage points and lookouts including Ryan’s Lookout, Mt Glenrowan and Salisbury Falls.
Whatever activity you choose, there is plenty to explore and enjoy in Glenrowan and district.