Attractions

Not only does Moorabool feature extreme and unusual landscapes...it's also home to some rather unusual attractions. Where to start? Into a bit of jousting, lavender, or historical relics? Then come see Moorabool.

Kryal Castle

No visit to Moorabool would be complete without exploring the medieval fortress of Kryal Castle. No feature has been overlooked. There's a moat with drawbridge, a maze, towers, a medieval musuem, armory and more. There is even just a touch of torture with stocks and public floggings.

Experience medieval re-inactments, juggling and magic shows and theater cabaret. You can even come to stay.

Kryal Castle Show times are weekends, school and public holidays.

For more information please visit www.kryalcastle.com.au

Our Lady Ta Pinu Marian Centre

After World War II, migration from Malta to Australia grew substantially. The people continued their customs and faithful devotion to the Mother of God, under the title by which she is honoured in Malta: Our Lady of Ta Pinu. A suitable site was found above the beautiful valley of Bacchus Marsh for pilgrimage honouring Our Lady. A beautiful chapel, a replica of the original chapel at Ta Pinu Basilica on the island of Gozo, off Malta, has been erected. Each month, hundreds of people gather to recite the Rosary and hear Mass.

For more information please visit www.rc.net/melbourne/tapinu

Garden of St Erth

Discover a secret garden tucked in amongst the Wombat State Forest. Explore the the historic garden, homestead and delight at the seasonal flower displays. Be inspired to grow your own flowers, fruits and vegetables. Come and enjoy the serenity of St Erth.

For more information please visit www.diggers.com.au

Yuulong Lavender Farm

Yuulong is open October through to the end of April and features a retail nursery, craft and tea room complex, picturesque bushland setting, large garden, contoured hills of lavender, and an extensive range of lavender culinary, craft, and skin care products. A must see lavender farm with 120 varieties of lavender and annual harvest and music events.

For more information please visit www.yuulonglavender.com.au

Fairy Park

Here's one for the whole family. Discover the magic of the Fairytale Theme Park at Anakie. Follow sweeping pathways, enjoy fairytale stories and characters that come to life. Set among beautiful gardens, rocky outcrops, caves and cottages. There's the Camelot Playground with secret passages, tunnels and a unique medieval playground. Bring a costume on the day and act out your part.

For more information please visit www.fairypark.com.au

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