Metung

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Metung showing a marina, a coastal town and a bay or harbour
Metung featuring a bay or harbour
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Metung
Metung which includes a bay or harbour

Surrounded on three sides by water, this lakeside town has a pretty boardwalk promenade and is the perfect place to launch your boating adventure.

Experience the pristine waterways of the Gippsland Lakes from Metung, a cosy waterfront town perched on a narrow peninsula jutting into Lake King. The town has been a fishing outpost since the 19th century and there’s no limit to its beautiful lakeside views as you look out from the town’s marinas and jetties. Embark on a sightseeing cruise around Australia’s largest inland network of waterways or relax with a coastal stroll along the long boardwalk that skirts the town.

Metung’s portside heritage can be seen in its historic architecture. Check out the Metung Hotel, which dates back to 1873. Wander around the town centre and enjoy easy access to beautiful Bancroft Bay and the adjacent wharf. The Metung Boardwalk runs along the town’s eastern coastline from the centre of town on the tip of the narrow peninsula and stretches north as the coastline wraps around the wide arc of Bancroft Bay. Local artists, jewelers and craftspeople display their work in Metung’s studios and galleries.

Save some time to grab a table at a waterfront café and indulge in a late breakfast or a laid-back lunch. Savour fresh ingredients sourced from the fertile plains of Gippsland’s countryside as you look out over Lake King. Alternatively, pick a pretty place opposite the Village Green to enjoy a picnic if the sun is shining. Select from Metung’s collection of restaurants that serve local seafood and regional wine, or enjoy a hearty meal at the Metung Pub. Outside, you’ll see pelicans feasting on a lunch of fish scraps left by local fishermen.

Take a dip at Metung Beach, rent a small boat or join a cruise to explore the beautiful waterways. Go waterskiing or feel the breeze in your hair as you sail a small rental yacht. Drop a fishing line from the various piers and you might catch bream, flathead, whiting and shrimp.

Metung is located on the lakeside of East Gippsland. It is less than a 4-hour drive east from Melbourne. Relax in one of the hotels near the wharf. With its boundless waters and year-round appeal, Metung is a picturesque place of simple pleasures.

The Moorings at Metung

The Moorings at Metung

4.5 out of 5
44 Metung Road, Metung, VIC
The price is €127 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
€127
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Metung. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a marina. Popular attractions Metung Bushland Reserve and Metung Hot Springs ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (383 reviews)
"Super comfortable. Exceptionally clean and spacious. Very friendly staff. Excellent amenities."

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2025

The Moorings at Metung
Maeburn Cottages - Self-contained Lakeside Getaway

Maeburn Cottages - Self-contained Lakeside Getaway

Metung
The price is €107 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
€107
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this cottage in Metung. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and patios. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Metung ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (256 reviews)
"Very pleased. Totally perfect for our needs. Safe space for dogs, warm hosts."

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

Maeburn Cottages - Self-contained Lakeside Getaway
Metung Holiday Villas

Metung Holiday Villas

4 out of 5
1 Mairburn Rd, Metung, VIC
The price is €97 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
€97
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star holiday park in Metung. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Metung Bushland Reserve and Kings Cove Metung ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (342 reviews)
Cosy cabin
"Great little park out the back of Metung Spacious well appointed cabin with everything you need"

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025

Metung Holiday Villas
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.
Maeburn Cottages - Self-contained Lakeside Getaway

Maeburn Cottages - Self-contained Lakeside Getaway

Metung
Stay at this cottage in Metung. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and patios. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Metung ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (256 reviews)
"Very pleased. Totally perfect for our needs. Safe space for dogs, warm hosts."

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

Maeburn Cottages - Self-contained Lakeside Getaway
McMillans of Metung Coastal Resort

McMillans of Metung Coastal Resort

4.5 out of 5
155 Metung Road, Metung, VIC
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury apartment in Metung. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Metung Bushland Reserve and Kings Cove ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (42 reviews)
"It’s our second time visiting this property. It offers great conditions regardless of group size. Property is clean and functional. However it is bit far from the town centre."

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2025

McMillans of Metung Coastal Resort
5 Knots Metung

5 Knots Metung

5 out of 5
42 Metung Rd, Shaving Point, Metung, VIC
Stay at this 5-star luxury apartment in Metung. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and furnished balconies or patios. Popular attractions Metung Bushland Reserve ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (243 reviews)
"Amazing property with harbour and bay views from 2 levels. Very spacious and luxurious. Wish we would have stayed longer"

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025

5 Knots Metung
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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