Top motoring experiences
Great drives, museums, heritage, events and places to stop.
There’s something special about a great drive. The freedom of the open road, the thrill of discovering somewhere new, and the stories waiting around every bend. In The Goulburn Region, every journey combines scenic touring routes with rich transport history, charming country towns and experiences that celebrate Australia’s love affair with wheels.
Whether you’re travelling in a classic car, motorcycle, touring vehicle or simply looking for your next weekend escape, The Goulburn Region offers unforgettable roads, welcoming communities and plenty of reasons to pull over, explore and stay a little longer. Because here, every road leads to another great story
MOVE – Museum of Vehicle Evolution
One of Australia’s premier motoring attractions, MOVE – Museum of Vehicle Evolution is a must-visit for anyone with a passion for wheels. Home to an impressive collection of classic cars, vintage trucks, motorcycles, bicycles and transport memorabilia, the museum celebrates the machines and people that helped shape Australia’s transport history. Interactive displays and ever-changing exhibitions mean there’s always something new to discover, making it an easy place to spend several hours before heading back out onto the open road.
Location: Shepparton
Allow: 2–4 hours
Discover Seymour's Railway Heritage
Few towns have shaped Victoria’s transport history quite like Seymour. As one of the state’s most important railway hubs, the town offers visitors a chance to connect with Australia’s rail heritage through the Seymour Railway Heritage Centre, heritage locomotives and railway history displays. While you’re there, stroll through the historic township, visit local cafés and enjoy the relaxed country atmosphere that has welcomed travellers for generations.
Location: Seymour
Allow: Half day
Nagambie Speedway
Explore Euroa
Beautifully preserved heritage streets, boutique shopping and exceptional cafés make Euroa the perfect place to pull over and stay awhile. Wander along Seven Creeks, browse local galleries and enjoy a long lunch before continuing your journey through the region. Its relaxed pace and country hospitality make it a favourite stop for touring enthusiasts.
Location: Strathbogie Shire
Allow: 2–3 hours
Drive the Nagambie wine region
Rolling vineyards, quiet country roads and lakeside scenery combine to create one of The Goulburn Region’s most enjoyable driving experiences. Explore award-winning wineries including Tahbilk, Mitchelton and Fowles Wine, stopping for tastings, long lunches and spectacular views over the Goulburn River and Nagambie Lakes.
Whether you’re travelling in a vintage cruiser or modern grand tourer, this is a drive best enjoyed slowly.
Driving: Full day
Tatura's Stories of Wartime Australia
For visitors interested in history beyond the driver’s seat, the Tatura Irrigation and Wartime Camps Museum offers a fascinating insight into one of Australia’s most significant wartime stories. Discover the region’s irrigation history alongside exhibitions exploring the internment camps that once operated nearby.
It’s an unexpected stop that adds depth and perspective to any journey through Greater Shepparton.
Location: Tatura
Allow: 1–2 hours