Metung, Victoria: Things to do and accommodation prices

The best things to do in Metung, Victoria, include fishing for bream, boating and watching the pelicans at the Metung Pub. Metung accommodation prices start at around $120 per night.

Metung, Victoria, is an up-and-coming holiday town on the Gippsland Lakes. In this part of the world, nearby Lakes Entrance tends to get more attention.

First things first: Metung is not a beach holiday destination. What it offers is lakeside lifestyle, with flashes of foodie and arty flair.

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Things to do in Metung, Victoria: Fishing and boating

Primarily, though, Metung is about the water. It is a hugely popular fishing destination, with bream, King George whiting, flathead and prawns all plentiful.

This Gippsland Lakes town is also one of the prime destinations in Australia for boating, with Riviera Nautic being the go-to places to hire boats. This boat hire outlet offers everything from simple day boats to sleek yachts.

Where to eat in Metung, Victoria

There is also an excellent range of places to eat in Metung. The classic spot is the Metung Pub, where pelicans hang around outside on the shores on Bancroft Bay. Other waterfront dining spots include the Sails Restaurant and Bar, while Café Chez Joe and the Metung Bakery are good bets for simpler fare.

Metung’s real secret is that it’s simply a delightful place to hang out in, with lots of lakeside parkland. Metung Park at Shaving Point is the classic place for a picnic. At the other end of town, the photography-centric Norm Nielson Fine Art Gallery is near Chinamans Creek as it spills into Bancroft Bay.

Metung accommodation prices

There is a fair amount of accommodation available in Metung and as long as you book in advance, rates can be pretty reasonable. Searching for accommodation in March – which is neither high nor low season – Australia Travel Questions found villas at Metung Holiday Villas for from $120. The cheapest option comes with two double beds and the property has a pool.

Other good options include the waterside Moorings at Metung for from $200 and the well-reviewed Metung Waters.

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