Yarragon

Nestled in the foothills of the Strzelecki Ranges and with views of green rolling hills, Yarragon is no longer a 'browser's delight' but a wonderful destination with an abundance of delightful shops and accommodation options. Yarragon boasts one of Gippsland’s leading antique stores and a unique gallery renowned for its quality original artwork, exquisite jewellery, beautiful hand blown glass and much more. There are many gift shops in town that require several hours to fully appreciate what Yarragon has to offer and to find those unique gifts that are rare in urban shopping precincts. 

Quick facts

• Population approximately 700
• 115 kilometres east of Melbourne
• Speciality shops
• Arts, crafts and antiques
• Cafes, restaurants and tea rooms.

Activities and attractions

• Visit the lolly shop to buy delicious sweets
• Sample local wines and gourmet produce, including award-winning cheeses from Tarago River and Jindi Cheese
• Find old china or furnishings in antique and bric-a-brac shops
• Find a good read in the local bookstore that sells new and used books
• Enjoy a coffee at one of the local cafes.

Major events

• Gem Show – January
• Book Fair –  July.

How to get there

Yarragon is located on the Princes Highway 75 minutes from Melbourne. V/line trains service Yarragon daily.