Get to know Gordon and Wallace, Victoria
Moorabool’s vibrant, community-driven western third has more than its share of quirky attractions and specialty shops, along with some excellent and unexpected dining options.
Fancy sampling some middle eastern inspired cuisine? Try Gordons at Gordon. Pub grub more your style? The Gordon Hotel, and the Shamrock Hotel at Dunnstown have you covered.
Wallace is also well served, with the quirky stylings of the Wallace Hotel, and home-made brunches at the Old Wallace Garage.
Something to see and do? The area has three stunning waterfalls, a pick-your-own sunflowers field, a hat shop, farm gates, and medieval thrills courtesy of Kryal Castle.
Middle Eastern mains, toasties, coffee
• Vegetarian options
• Fully licenced (no BYO)
• Toasties from $8, Mains from $23
• Breakfast and Lunch: Thurs-Sun
• Dinner: Thurs-Sat
Coffee, cakes, toasties, local produce
• Vegetarian options
• Not licensed
• Breakfast to lunch Thurs-Sat
Pub classics, pizza
• Gluten free and Vegetarian options
• Fully licensed (no BYO)
• Starters from $6.50, Mains from $21
• Lunch: Wed-Sun, Dinner: Mon-Sun
Pub classics, pizza
• Vegan / Vegetarian options
• Fully licensed (no BYO)
• Starters from $6, Mains from $22
• Lunch: Fri-Sun, Dinner: Thurs-Sun
Pub classics
• Vegetarian options
• Fully licensed (no BYO)
• Starters from $8, Mains from $20
• Lunch: Fri-Sun, Dinner: Thurs-Sun
Eat & Drink
Sleeps 2, 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom
• $225 per night (approx)
• Private section in two-storey house
• Located on 10 acres of bushland
• Wellness and Yoga retreats available
Sleeps 5, 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom
• From $140 per night (approx)
• On 18 acres of farmland
• Breathtaking views
• Decking and barbecue
Sleeps 10, 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
• From $543 per night (approx)
• Entire house with kitchen
• Set on 10 acres of farmland
• Oozes country-style charm
Various rooms available
• From $130 per night (approx)
• Shared bathrooms
• Central Gordon Accommodation
Sleeps 4, 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom
• From $201 per night (approx)
• Entire house with kitchen
• Short drive to central Gordon
• Situated on a working farm
Sleeps 4, 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom
• From $154 per night (approx)
• Entire cottage with kitchen
• 5 minute drive to Gordon and Ballan
• Close to national park and walking trails
Sleeps 5, 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom
• From $159 per night (approx)
• Entire unit with kitchen
• 15 mins drive to central Ballarat
• Private, with water catchment views
Sleeps 4, 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom
• From $159 per night (approx)
• Entire house with kitchenette
• 15 mins drive to central Ballarat
• Lovely renovated mud brick cottage
Sleeps 2, 1 bedroom,1 bathroom
• From $169 per night (approx)
• Entire cottage with full kitchen
• 15 mins from central Ballarat
• Relaxing garden setting, mountain views
Castle suites and on-site cabins available
• Powered caravan and camping sites
• Sites from$50, rooms from $230
• Swimming pool and games room
• Free or discounted entry into theme park
Sleeps 2, 2 beds, 1 bathroom
• From $254 per night (approx)
• Entire cottage with kitchen
• 15 mins drive to Ballarat
• Light breakfast provided
Sleeps 4, 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom
• From $170 per night (approx)
• Entire house with kitchen
• 15-minute drive to Ballarat
• Historic building, former store and post office
Sleeps 6, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms
• From $395 per night (approx)
• Entire house with kitchen
• Just off Gordon main street
• Red brick, timber floors, high ceilings
Sleeps 4, 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom
• From $205 per night (approx)
• Entire house with kitchenette
• Central Gordon Accommodation
• 1860's styled stone and timber miners cottage
Stay
Gordon’s fabulous FarmGate shop is a volunteer-run local food hub, sourcing local produce from within 100kms. Fruit and veg, meat, pantry, dairy, breads, pickles and more.
Open Saturdays, 9am – 1pm
Gallery space adjoining the popular Gordon’s of Gordon cafe, housing works by local artists and handmade giftware
Open Sat 10am-2pm
Super-quirky shop offering original-design headwear made from handwoven Harris Tweed from Scotland and fur felt materials.
Open Fri-Sun
Horse Shepherd Equine Sanctuary offers fun and informative walking tours of their 275 acre property in Gordon.
Tours held regularly
You might know Bolwarrah Springs from their delicious fresh produce, but the farm is also home to Spa Country Sunflowers, an amazing photo-picnic-picking experience, close to Ballan and Gordon.
Open weekends and public holidays during the picking season
Setting out from Lal Lal Falls Reserve, you’ll experience three separate waterfalls on this grassy walking trail across open plains, finishing at the 27 metre single drop waterfall of Moorabool Falls.
Open 24 hours
Located within the 75 acre Lal Lal State Forest, this historical area offers an insight into the fascinating history of its region, along with walking trails, a picnic area, toilets, barbecues, fire pits and camping.
Open 24 hours
This picturesque sunflower farm was Victoria’s first and remains its largest, attracting thousands of people on weekends while the flowers are in season.
Open daily during blooming season (usually Feb-Mar)
Granite Falls is a spectacular waterfall along the Moorabool River, downstream from the better-known Moorabool Falls and not far from Lal Lal Falls which is accessed from the other side of the reserve.
Open 24 hours
Located only a few minutes from the popular Lal Lal Falls, Moorabool Falls is reached via a 2.8 km walk through grassland with gorgeous views over the Lal Lal Reservoir along the way.
Open 24 hours
One of best waterfall picnic spots in Victoria, overlooking a 30 metre high waterfall and offering a playground and sheltered barbecue facilities.
Open 24 hours
Explore the magical grounds of a recreated Medieval castle, and enjoy show-stopping jousting tournaments, daring sword fights, axe-throwing and archery, and get up close to beautiful performance horses.
Open weekends and school holidays
Elaine’s Farmgate Shop offers quality produce direct from the farmer, including as premium meat, pantry and dairy, vegetables, and homemade pickles and sauces from around 20 local producers.
Open daily
This former barn with exposed beams and lead lights, houses an eclectic mix of unusual retail, including tweed boots, a Kookaburra Wilde bookshop, gemstone brooch plumes and collectables.
Open Sat-Sun
Along with quality produce, Elaine’s Farmgate Shop has a 21-acre field where you can pick your own gorgeous sunflowers during blooming season.
Open daily during blooming season
See and Do
The Moorafun Garage Sale Trail brings together dozens of home garage sales over one big weekend, across Melton and Moorabool.
Enjoy an intimate, hands-on journey through flavour, wine and craft, hosted by owner and head chef Mark Mills.
Don’t miss Friday night live music in the beer garden with covers duo, Marty Luke and Bec Peel at Ballan’s Commerical Hotel.
The Moorafun Garage Sale Trail brings together dozens of home garage sales over one big weekend, across Melton and Moorabool.
Join the crew at St Anne’s Winery in Myrniong for a relaxed Sunday afternoon filled with house-made pizza, wine, and great company.
Pack a picnic, grab your friends, bring your paintbrushes and head to a real working farm for a dahlia-filled adventure!
Join the crew at St Anne’s Winery in Myrniong for a relaxed Sunday afternoon filled with house-made pizza, wine, and great company.
Celebrate Australia Day 2026 at Ballan’s Commercial Hotel with yabby races, live band, a thong throwing competition, and sheep shearing competition.
AC2ZZ will be rockin an all Aussie set list for Australia Day at the Commercial Hotel, Ballan.
What echoes of those communications remain at Flack PTO Gallery? Is there anyone still trying to get a message to the outside world? Help us unlock the stories and uncover new mysteries of a bygone era.
Join the crew at St Anne’s Winery in Myrniong for a relaxed Sunday afternoon filled with house-made pizza, wine, and great company.
Enjoy a Sunday session with singer/guitarist Marty Luke at the Commercial Hotel, Ballan.
Thursday nights at the wonderful Plough Bistro in Myrniong feature the popular Locals Menu (fortunately for visitors, everyone is local at the Plough).
Join the team at The Paddock Lal Lal on select Fridays to pick your own jar of seasonal flowers.
Outdoor Odyssey is the ultimate destination for lovers of the great outdoors, showcasing everything from camping and caravanning to 4WD adventures, fishing, hiking, outdoor cooking, and lifestyle.
Join the team at The Paddock Lal Lal for a special sunset experience to harvest your own bouquet.
The monthly Ballan Lions Community Market is held on the first Saturday of each month, with stalls lining the main street of Ballan.
Join the crew at St Anne’s Winery in Myrniong for a relaxed Sunday afternoon filled with house-made pizza, wine, and great company.
Thursday nights at the wonderful Plough Bistro in Myrniong feature the popular Locals Menu (fortunately for visitors, everyone is local at the Plough).
Join the crew at the Commercial Hotel for a set of quality covers by singer / guitarist, Cam Kettle.
Fill a jug with gorgeous spray-free field-grown seasonal flowers at The Paddock Lal Lal.
Super-popular farmers-style market, offering regional and local produce and home-made, home-produced items.
Wine and dine with your beloved at The Plough on Valentine's Day – the best way to express your love.
Organised by the Ballan District Vintage Machinery and Vehicle Club, this is a unique event for vintage car and farming enthusiasts.
Get creative in this fun, hands-on workshop where you’ll paint your very own pot – choose between a classic terracotta or a white base.
Get set for some fast and furious polo action when the Yaloak Polo Club presents the Colliers Ballarat Cup 2026.
Join the crew at St Anne’s Winery in Myrniong for a relaxed Sunday afternoon filled with house-made pizza, wine, and great company.
Thursday nights at the wonderful Plough Bistro in Myrniong feature the popular Locals Menu (fortunately for visitors, everyone is local at the Plough).
Join the team at The Paddock Lal Lal on select Fridays to pick your own jar of seasonal flowers.
Join the team at The Paddock Lal Lal for a special sunset experience to harvest your own bouquet.