Central Murray

Travel Guide

One of my favourite places to go camping although it can get very busy at peak times of the year
One of my favourite places to go camping although it can get very busy at peak times of the year
Spotted on the River Murray at Echuca on my way home today, the paddlesteamer Emmylou.

Launched in 1982, and fitted with an original 1906-vintage wood-fired Marshall and Sons steam engine, she's a replica of the passenger steamers which, along with cargo vessels, plied these waters for a hundred years, from the 1860s. 

The last commercial paddlesteamer on the Murray ceased operations in the 1960s. Now the PS Emmylou and the PS Canberra, both operating out of Echuca, give tourists a unique taste of life on the river, as it was back in the days when roads were few and far between, and goods of all kinds were moved up and down the river by paddlesteamers just like the Emmylou. 

If you're in Echuca, check out the PS Emmylou.
The Tocumwal Historic Bridge
The Tocumwal Rail Bridge over the Murray River was built in 1895 as a road bridge. When the railway arrived in 1908 it was strengthened and was used for both road and rail traffic until November 1987. A concrete road bridge was provided for road traffic a short distance upstream, with the old bridge used for rail traffic only since that time.
St James showing outdoor art
Echuca Nirebo Motel

Echuca Nirebo Motel

4 out of 5
542 High Street Echuca VIC
The price is ¥10,751 per night from Mar 2 to Mar 3
¥10,751
¥12,001 total
Mar 2 - Mar 3
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Echuca. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Staff were welcoming and helpful

Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026

Echuca Nirebo Motel
Quest Echuca

Quest Echuca

4 out of 5
25-29 Heygarth Street Echuca VIC
The price is ¥16,413 per night from Mar 9 to Mar 10
¥16,413
¥18,300 total
Mar 9 - Mar 10
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Echuca. Enjoy free WiFi, a free area shuttle, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (912 reviews)
Staff were excellent. Very helpful and friendly. Great rooms.

Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026

Quest Echuca
RACV Cobram Resort

RACV Cobram Resort

2.5 out of 5
Campbell Road Cobram VIC
The price is ¥10,975 per night from Mar 12 to Mar 13
¥10,975
¥10,975 total
Mar 12 - Mar 13
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this holiday park in Cobram. Enjoy free parking, a fitness center, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Cobram Showgrounds and Apex Park are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (112 reviews)
We had a cabin for two people which was more than adequate and I must say the bed and pillows were the most comfortable we have had for a self catering stay. The unit had everything we needed for a week long stay, the air con was efficient and for someone from the UK the remote was a bit confusing ...

Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026

RACV Cobram Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Yarrawonga Riverlands Tourist Park

Yarrawonga Riverlands Tourist Park

3.5 out of 5
38 Brears Road Yarrawonga VIC
Book a stay at this family-friendly cabin in Yarrawonga. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Yarrawonga Mulwala Golf Club and Yarrawonga ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (97 reviews)
Spotless room and courteous staff

Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026

Yarrawonga Riverlands Tourist Park
NRMA Echuca Holiday Park

NRMA Echuca Holiday Park

4 out of 5
8 Crofton Street Echuca VIC
Book a stay at this family-friendly campground in Echuca. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Echuca Historical Museum and Hopwood ...
9/10 Wonderful! (205 reviews)
Clean, comfortable & close to city centre. Good amenities for kids

Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026

NRMA Echuca Holiday Park
CocknBull Boutique Hotel

CocknBull Boutique Hotel

4.5 out of 5
17-21 Warren Street Echuca VIC
Book a stay at this luxury apartment in Echuca. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions National Holden Motor Museum and Body ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (126 reviews)
The apartment was well presented with attractive furniture, well appointed with a view of the Campaspe river. The balcony is private. It has double doors to the balcony. The bed is comfortable. Feedback was provided cleaning of balconies could be improved.

Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026

CocknBull Boutique Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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