Shepparton

Shepparton offers a range of ways to shape your stay: ceramics and art take centre stage at the Shepparton Art Museum, while Victoria Park Lake offers opportunities to observe nature and get active. You can also explore Aboriginal art and local history. When choosing your holiday rental, consider which of these discoveries matter most to your trip.

Art and ceramics at SAM

The Shepparton Art Museum (SAM) has one of Australia’s most significant collections of historic and contemporary ceramics. If you’re interested in ceramics, this is a special focus for a cultural visit. The museum has four large exhibition spaces, including its own Children’s Gallery. For families with children, this gallery offers a specific point of interest when planning a museum visit; the collection also gives adults a reason to explore ceramics from different periods.

SAM is located on Yorta Yorta Country and overlooks Victoria Park Lake. This setting is part of the museum visit: art and views of the lake shape the experience here.

Aboriginal art and Shepparton’s history

Kaiela Arts gives visitors the opportunity to view and buy authentic Aboriginal art. It also regularly holds exhibitions and events throughout the year. Alongside a museum visit, this offers another way to make art a focus of your trip. The Bangerang Cultural Centre aims to preserve and exhibit local Aboriginal artefacts. It is currently open by appointment only. Keep this in mind when planning a visit.

You can also explore Shepparton’s history in a specific building: the Shepparton Heritage Centre Museum is built around the Public Hall, constructed in 1873 and Shepparton’s oldest surviving building. The museum houses more than 7,000 objects. The combination of a historic building and an extensive collection makes this a cultural stop in its own right for travellers interested in Shepparton’s past.

Victoria Park Lake and indoor-pool recreation

Victoria Park Lake is popular with visitors and locals for walking and cycling. The wetlands by the lake are a favourite spot for observing birds and turtles. This means you can plan for different interests during a lakeside visit: cycling or walking, and observing the wildlife found there. If you enjoy spending time outdoors, you can take this into account when choosing when to travel and planning your days.

Aquamoves is another recreational option. The facility is centrally located in Shepparton, behind Victoria Park Lake and next to the All Abilities Playground. Its indoor-pool facilities include the Rapid River, a waterslide and a Tarzan Swing. For families who want to include indoor-pool activities in their trip, these facilities offer specific options to consider. Its location and facilities make it easy to plan Aquamoves as a separate activity.

Choose the right focus for your stay

When choosing your holiday rental, think about the pace you want for your stay: would you like to focus on a few cultural visits or set aside more time for outdoor activities?

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For the broader travel overview: Victoria.