East Bairnsdale Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Robb Street Gallery
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Robb Street Gallery during your travels in Bairnsdale. Stroll along this relaxing area's riverfront or simply enjoy its cafes.
Jones Bay Wildlife Reserve
Explore the great outdoors at Jones Bay Wildlife Reserve, a lovely green space in Bairnsdale. Take in the museums while you're in the area.
East Gippsland Rail Trail
You can take time to visit East Gippsland Rail Trail during your travels to Bairnsdale. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the spas in the area.
St Mary's Catholic Church
After visiting St Mary's Catholic Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Bairnsdale. Amble around the area's riverfront or visit its spas.
Bairnsdale Historical Museum
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Bairnsdale Historical Museum in Bairnsdale. Visit the area's spas or simply enjoy its cafes.
McLeod's Morass Wildlife Reserve
Explore the great outdoors at McLeod's Morass Wildlife Reserve, a lovely green space in Bairnsdale. Wander around the gardens or enjoy the area's cafes.
Our pick of the best East Bairnsdale Hotel Deals
East Gippsland Retreat for you and your Furry Friends. A home away from home.
"Very comfortable stay the host was very kind and friendly. Convenient location. Highly recommend."
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
Quest Bairnsdale
"Good location, short walk to main street, secure parking."
Reviewed on 21 June 2026
The Esplanade Resort and Spa
"Staff are great and very helpful. The hotel could use some maintenance. The lift had a bad smell in it and stained carpet. But it's a good place to stay."
Reviewed on 14 June 2026
Mitchell on Main Motel & Apartments
"Very clean & comfy.. would definitely recommend & stay there again.."
Reviewed on 21 June 2026
Bellevue on the Lakes
"Location was great. Large room with comfortable bed. Room needs updating as it looks very tired and shower head was dripping which was annoying."
Reviewed on 13 June 2026
Mariners Cove at Paynesville Motel & Apartments
"Great easy location great staff views fantastic easy walk in town highly recommend stay."
Reviewed on 8 June 2026
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Our guide on where to stay in East Bairnsdale
Lucknow
Lucknow is well liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like East Gippsland Rail Trail and Nicholson St. Gallery if you have time to explore the area.
Broadlands
If you're spending some time in Broadlands, Lake King and Jones Bay Gippsland Lakes Reserve are top sights worth seeing.
Eastwood
While there might not be top attractions in Eastwood, you can explore the larger area and discover places like East Gippsland Rail Trail and Nicholson St. Gallery.
Wy Yung
Travellers like the parks in Wy Yung, and East Gippsland Rail Trail is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Ellaswood
While there might not be top attractions in Ellaswood, you can explore the larger area and discover places like East Gippsland Rail Trail and Bairnsdale Aquatic and Recreation Centre.
