Visit Nillumbik

Nillumbik is just 25 km north-east of metropolitan Melbourne and is renowned for its beautiful townships set among unspoilt bushland and picturesque hills.

Visit our tourism website Visit Nillumbik to find details about all our attractions including:

• The iconic Montsalvat, the oldest artists' colony in Australia
• Edendale Community Environment Farm
• Annual events such as Open Cellars and Nillumbik Artists Open Studios
• National and state parks and environmental reserves

School Holidays

With the sun shining and a little bit of time to relax, you are invited to visit our Shire, shop local and experience that warm hospitality and natural beauty that Nillumbik has on offer.

Have a picnic, wander our markets, walk our many trails, visit our galleries, getting up close to animal life and of course explore our unique retail offerings - there are lots of interesting ways to fill in the school holidays.  Our restaurants and wineries have amazing, unique experiences and our cellar door experiences now include world class gin.

With the Hurstbridge train line conveniently stopping at Eltham, Diamond Creek, Wattle Glen and Hurstbridge, the Shire is easily accessible from the city and inner Melbourne suburbs, allowing you the option to simply enjoy the ride.  

Hurstbridge Trails Map

 

The Hurstbridge Heritage trail comprises 30 sites of historical significance spanning early settlement to the mid 1900’s. Each site has an information sign, many with great old photos.

We invite you to follow in the footsteps of those who have contributed to our history and imagine their lives. 

Download the Hurstbridge Trails flyer(PDF, 501KB)

You may be interested in

Arts places and spaces

Information about arts and cultural venues, galleries and spaces in Nillumbik.

Diamond Creek Regional Playspace

The Diamond Creek Regional Playspace is located at Diamond Creek Reserve. If you plan to visit the playspace, find information about opening hours, features, accessibility, the Tram Cafe and more here.

Edendale Community Environment Farm

A small working farm on the banks of the Diamond Creek in Eltham. A family favourite destination where people of all ages and abilities can visit the animals and learn about sustainable living. Visit the Edendale website here.

Events calendar

A calendar of Council and community-run events in and around the Shire. Event organisers may submit their event for inclusion on the events calendar.

Events, activities and education

Find out about our upcoming environmental activities

Libraries and community centres

Information about libraries, Living & Learning centres, Hurstbridge Hub and other community centres and neighbourhood houses in Nillumbik

Living & Learning Nillumbik

Enrol in a short course, get a qualification, start a MakerSpace or join a social group at one of our three centres. Living & Learning celebrates lifelong education - visit our website here.

Local producers directory

Find a list of local producers in Nillumbik and where to buy their produce.

Outdoor dining directory

Find a list of businesses in Nillumbik who are offering outdoor dining during COVID-19 restrictions

Parks and playgrounds

Find your nearest park, reserve or playground using an interactive map of Nillumbik.

Picnic in Nillumbik

Check out our Picnic Patches map for great suggestions of where to enjoy a meal in the great outdoors.

Sport and recreation

Discover Nillumbik's amazing sport and recreation facilities, join a sports club or explore our network of nature trails.

What's on

Find out what's going on in the world of arts and culture in Nillumbik - current exhibitions, events and projects