What to see and do in Paynesville and Surrounding Area
Food Scene
Sardine has a locally sourced, fresh produce menu of Gippsland's finest produce by award winning chef, Mark Briggs. Sip on a beautiful coffee while enjoying the sea breezes and sunshine out on the deck, or enjoy a meal in the stunning interior. A must visit!
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SARDINE eatery + bar
69 EsplanadeSardine has a locally sourced, fresh produce menu of Gippsland's finest produce by award winning chef, Mark Briggs. Sip on a beautiful coffee while enjoying the sea breezes and sunshine out on the deck, or enjoy a meal in the stunning interior. A must visit!
Pier 70 is a stunning stone + wood cafe located right on the water, with breathtaking views of the boats passing by and Raymond Island beyond. Enjoy a meal from the fresh, seasonal menu or try one of their flavorsome cocktails or enjoy an afternoon of wine and delicious anti-pasta on the deck.
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Pier 70
70 EsplanadePier 70 is a stunning stone + wood cafe located right on the water, with breathtaking views of the boats passing by and Raymond Island beyond. Enjoy a meal from the fresh, seasonal menu or try one of their flavorsome cocktails or enjoy an afternoon of wine and delicious anti-pasta on the deck.
Waffle On In
21 EsplanadeFerry Cafe
85C EsplanadeGreat for fish and chips and Pizza!
Fantastic local bakery for all your coffee and lunchtime needs!
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Waterview Bakery
67a EsplanadeFantastic local bakery for all your coffee and lunchtime needs!
Sightseeing
One of the incredible attractions of the East Gippsland area is the wildlife - and the unique koala trail on the tranquil Raymond Island is a perfect example!
In the 1920s, the koala population of Victoria was sadly nearly made extinct - but as part of a conservation program, several koalas were relocated from Philip Island to Raymond Island in 1953, and the population has flourished and grown ever since.
Take a walk along the paths through the untouched, beautiful bushland and quiet streets, and keep your eye out for the sleepy marsupials in the trees above you - sometimes you can find up to 25 koalas on one visit!
This is a must-see for families and those visiting this beautiful area!
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Koala Trail - Start
5 Seventh ParadeOne of the incredible attractions of the East Gippsland area is the wildlife - and the unique koala trail on the tranquil Raymond Island is a perfect example!
In the 1920s, the koala population of Victoria was sadly nearly made extinct - but as part of a conservation program, several koalas were relocated from Philip Island to Raymond Island in 1953, and the population has flourished and grown ever since.
Take a walk along the paths through the untouched, beautiful bushland and quiet streets, and keep your eye out for the sleepy marsupials in the trees above you - sometimes you can find up to 25 koalas on one visit!
This is a must-see for families and those visiting this beautiful area!
Raymond Island Gippsland Lakes Reserve
Centre RoadBoat lovers and summer waterskiers are drawn to Metung's relaxed village lifestyle. Join Riviera Scenic on a tranquil cruise or hire your own yacht from Riviera Nautic and explore the gentle waters of the Gippsland Lakes. Small runabouts and speedboats are also available for hire.
Anglers descend all year round to make the most of Metung’s excellent fishing spots. Bust out the rod and reel and try your hand at hooking bream, tailor, flathead, King George whiting and prawns during the summer months.
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Metung
Boat lovers and summer waterskiers are drawn to Metung's relaxed village lifestyle. Join Riviera Scenic on a tranquil cruise or hire your own yacht from Riviera Nautic and explore the gentle waters of the Gippsland Lakes. Small runabouts and speedboats are also available for hire.
Anglers descend all year round to make the most of Metung’s excellent fishing spots. Bust out the rod and reel and try your hand at hooking bream, tailor, flathead, King George whiting and prawns during the summer months.
Boasting Australia's largest inland network of waterways, Lakes Entrance has long been a popular Gippsland holiday spot, especially for young families. Lakes Entrance is situated on the edge of Ninety Mile Beach where the Gippsland Lakes meets the Southern Ocean. The town is well equipped with accommodation, services and facilities for those enjoying their coastal getaway.
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Lakes Entrance
Boasting Australia's largest inland network of waterways, Lakes Entrance has long been a popular Gippsland holiday spot, especially for young families. Lakes Entrance is situated on the edge of Ninety Mile Beach where the Gippsland Lakes meets the Southern Ocean. The town is well equipped with accommodation, services and facilities for those enjoying their coastal getaway.
Parks & Nature
The Mitchell River silt jetties are a unique attraction in this beautiful Gippsland Lakes region. Formed by sediment deposits, these long banks of silt stretch more than eight kilometres - and are the world's longest of its kind. A must see for those visiting the area!
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Mitchell River Silt Jetties Gippsland Lakes Reserve
The Mitchell River silt jetties are a unique attraction in this beautiful Gippsland Lakes region. Formed by sediment deposits, these long banks of silt stretch more than eight kilometres - and are the world's longest of its kind. A must see for those visiting the area!
Arts & Culture
This small but remarkable local museum is full of history, photos and little pieces of the rich past of Paynesville, formally a flourishing fishing village. With interactive elements for the kids and some incredible stories and history for all to enjoy, this museum is a must visit for the whole family.
Paynesville Maritime Museum
Raymond StreetThis small but remarkable local museum is full of history, photos and little pieces of the rich past of Paynesville, formally a flourishing fishing village. With interactive elements for the kids and some incredible stories and history for all to enjoy, this museum is a must visit for the whole family.
Essentials
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5 Wellington StEntertainment & Activities
View the Gippsland Lakes from a boat! Enjoy the sea breezes and stunning sights as you tour the different parts of these incredible lakes and beaches. If you're lucky, you might get to see some local dolphins!
Gippsland Lakes Charter Service
View the Gippsland Lakes from a boat! Enjoy the sea breezes and stunning sights as you tour the different parts of these incredible lakes and beaches. If you're lucky, you might get to see some local dolphins!
Paynesville Wine Bar is a fully licensed venue, open six days from 1PM, (Closed Monday) providing many varieties of packaged alcohol by the bottle and carton for take away customers. Also available is a large range of Wines, Spirits and Boutique Beers by the glass for consumption on the premises.
Paynesville Wine Bar is an upmarket venue, where people can relax and meet for a chat, enjoy quality Wines and Beers and listen to the live music which is a regular feature, usually on a weekly basis.
Situated on the Paynesville foreshore opposite the iconic Raymond Island Ferry, with views across McMillan strait, the Paynesville Wine Bar is certainly the place to spend some leisure time.
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Paynesville Wine Bar
85a EsplanadePaynesville Wine Bar is a fully licensed venue, open six days from 1PM, (Closed Monday) providing many varieties of packaged alcohol by the bottle and carton for take away customers. Also available is a large range of Wines, Spirits and Boutique Beers by the glass for consumption on the premises.
Paynesville Wine Bar is an upmarket venue, where people can relax and meet for a chat, enjoy quality Wines and Beers and listen to the live music which is a regular feature, usually on a weekly basis.
Situated on the Paynesville foreshore opposite the iconic Raymond Island Ferry, with views across McMillan strait, the Paynesville Wine Bar is certainly the place to spend some leisure time.