Werribee is not often regarded as part of the Geelong region and is more of a satellite city of Melbourne. Only around half an hour out of Geelong by either vehicle or train, Werribee has much to offer for visitors of our region. Werribee makes a great day trip or is even ideal for a longer stay.
Werribee is home to a thriving market garden industry with its rich red soil, growing cabbage, cauliflower and broccoli for much of Australia. The region is one of the major grown corridors for the Melbourne urban sprawl.
The Werribee area has great amenities and some unique attractions. The RAAF museum, Werribee Park Mansion, National Equestrian Centre, Open Range Zoo just to name a few of the world class highlights in the region.
Thomas Chirnside a pastoralist once owned much of the land around Werribee and built the magnificent Italianate style Werribee Park Mansion between 1874 and 1877.
Werribee historical splendor, its beautiful market gardens and tranquil bayfront are only a few of the sights worthy of our photo spread of the region.
Whether it be five star luxury at the Werribee Mansion or something more humble in and around the town there are plenty of good places to stay in the Werribee area.
The Werribee Mansion, State Rose Garden and Open Range Zoo are only a few of the wonderful attractions in the Werribee district.
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Werribee Park Mansion is one of the state’s most grand residences. Its grounds are home to a host of attractions including the Werribee Open Range…
Point Cook’s RAAF Museum is one of the regions hidden treasures housing a wonderful collection of aircraft and aviation heritage spanning a a century of…
Many people don’t think of Werribee being close to the bay, but a little to the east of the freeway is Werribee South and some good fishing on Port Phillip Bay.
