Australia is home to a plethora of small towns that remind one of a bygone era, with Echuca being no exception. Just one glance at the wharfs and paddle steamers lining its port on the Murray River will invoke strong feelings of the past.
Its old-town feel, combined with its warm climate, makes it a popular destination for those looking to kick back and relax with all the recreational activities it has to offer.
The fact that there are a number of great dining options also adds to its appeal, not to mention the local winery.
Echuca is also a favorite stop for vehicle enthusiasts since the town is home to a museum that features vintage cars from several different eras.
Looking for more places to visit? Check out our list below for more delightful attractions in Echuca
The 28 Most Popular Things To Do In Echuca, Australia
28. Five Mile picnic area
5.0 (1 review)
Location: WMJR+WX Moama NSW
Tel: 3-5483-9100
Web Address: https://nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/things-to-do/picnic-areas/five-mile-picnic-area
27. Horseshoe Lagoon Nature Reserve
4.5 (2 reviews)
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Location: Horseshoe Lagoon Moama NSW
26. Whistle Stop Studio Gallery
4.5 (2 reviews)
Location: 2 Heygarth Street Echuca VIC
Tel: 1800-804-446
Web Address: https://echucamoama.com/whistlestop-studio-gallery
25. caravan park
5.0 (3 reviews)
Location: Meninya Street & Echuca Street Moama NSW
24. The Foundry Arts Space
4.8 (4 reviews)
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Location: 17 Murray Esplanade Echuca VIC
Tel: 475-448-452
Web Address: https://emai.org.au/
23. Moama Wharf
4.3 (4 reviews)
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Location: Moama NSW
22. Five Mile mountain bike trail
4.6 (5 reviews)
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Location: Murray Valley Regional Park Moama NSW
Tel: 1300-072-757
Web Address: https://nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/things-to-do/cycling-trails/five-mile-mountain-bike-trail
21. Chanter Estate Military Museum Moama
4.6 (5 reviews)
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Location: 154 Chanter Street Moama NSW
Tel: 3-5480-7878
20. Squiggles Playhouse
3.8 (10 reviews)
Location: 69 Dungula Way Moama NSW
Tel: 3-5480-3031
Web Address: http://moamaonmurray.com.au/squiggles
19. Hopwood Gardens
4.7 (18 reviews)
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Location: Echuca VIC
18. Sharps Magic Movie House & Penny Arcade
4.4 (27 reviews)
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Location: 43 Murray Esplanade Echuca VIC
Tel: 3-5482-2361
Web Address: https://facebook.com/SharpsMovieHousePennyArcade
17. Terrick Terrick National Park
4.4 (44 reviews)
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Location: Sylvaterre Timms Lake Road Terrick Terrick VIC
Tel: 131963
Web Address: https://parks.vic.gov.au/places-to-see/parks/terrick-terrick-national-park
16. Adventure Play Park
4.8 (53 reviews)
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Location: LOT 266 Perricoota Road Moama NSW
15. Kerrabee Sound Shell
4.5 (71 reviews)
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Location: 4 Blair Street Moama NSW
14. Echuca Paddlesteamers
4.6 (75 reviews)
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Location: 30 Murray Esplanade Echuca VIC
Tel: 3-5481-2832
Web Address: http://echucapaddlesteamers.net.au/
13. Christies Beach
4.1 (101 reviews)
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Location: Echuca VIC
12. Moama beach
4.6 (145 reviews)
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Location: Moama NSW
11. Echuca Wharf
4.5 (227 reviews)
Location: 72 Murray Esplanade Echuca VIC
Web Address: http://environment.gov.au/heritage/places/national/echuca-wharf
10. Moama Bowling Club
4.3 (1,320 reviews)
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Location: 6 Shaw Street Moama NSW
Tel: 1800-806-777
Web Address: http://moamabowlingclub.com.au/
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9. Echuca Historical Society Inc.
4.5 (33 reviews)
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Location: 1 Dickson Street Echuca VIC
Tel: 3-5480-1325
Web Address: https://echucahistoricalsociety.org.au/
8. St Anne’s Winery Echuca
4.6 (51 reviews)
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Location: 53 Murray Esplanade Echuca VIC
Tel: 3-5480-6955
Web Address: http://stanneswinery.com.au/
7. TwistED Science – Echuca
4.7 (201 reviews)
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Location: 2 Radcliffe Street Echuca VIC
Tel: 1300-984-823
Web Address: https://twistedscience.com.au/
6. Billabong Ranch
4.1 (294 reviews)
Location: Glanville Road & Tehan Road Echuca VIC
Tel: 3-5483-5122
Web Address: http://billabongranch.com.au/
5. The Great Aussie Beer Shed & Heritage Farm Museum
4.8 (575 reviews)
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Location: 377 Mary Ann Road Echuca VIC
Tel: 3-5480-6904
Web Address: http://greataussiebeershed.net/
4. National Holden Motor Museum
4.6 (589 reviews)
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Location: 7 11 Warren Street Echuca VIC
Tel: 3-5480-2033
Web Address: http://holdenmuseum.com.au/
3. Kyabram Fauna Park
4.3 (635 reviews)
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Location: 75 Lake Road Kyabram VIC
Tel: 3-5852-2883
Web Address: http://kyabramfaunapark.com.au/
2. Murray River Paddlesteamers Echuca
4.6 (760 reviews)
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Location: 57 Murray Esplanade Echuca VIC
Tel: 3-5482-5244
Web Address: https://murrayriverpaddlesteamers.com.au/
1. Port of Echuca Discovery Centre
4.6 (1,371 reviews)
Location: 74 Murray Esplanade Echuca VIC
Tel: 3-5481-0500
Web Address: https://portofechuca.org.au/
Final Words:
Thank you for reading our list of the best things to do in Echuca, Australia! We hope it helped you plan the perfect itinerary for your next trip to this fantastic destination. Happy travels!
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