Situated on the banks of the Murray River,Echuca has had a fascinating role to play in connecting rural Victoria to Melbourne by rail.
Back in its heyday, the Murray River was bustling with paddle steamers and river trading at the Port of Echuca. Today, a few paddle steamers have been lovingly restored to their former glory. What better way to discover part of Echuca's rich history, than on a paddle steamer cruise down the Murray River. You can even spend the night aboard.
In town, you'll find a collection of heritage buildings that have been turned into cafes, restaurants and boutique shops. Explore this historical town to get a glimpse of life more than 100 years ago.
