Kilmore

Kilmore is Victoria's oldest inland settlement and has an impressive collection of historic bluestone buildings and antique shops. More than 40 buildings in Kilmore are listed on the Register of National Estate – some now housing restaurants, cafes and award-winning bed and breakfasts.

Quick facts

• Population approximately 3,500
• 62 kilometres north of Melbourne
• Victoria's oldest inland settlement

Activities and attractions

• Take a stroll around the town and visit the antique outlets housed in Kilmore's historical buildings
• Visit the tramways museum at Bylands and enjoy a ride on one of the heritage trams, some of which date back to 1906
• Explore nearby Mt Disappointment, the Valley of a Thousand Hills and Tallarook State Forest.

Major events

• Kilmore Cup – February
• Wandong Country Music Festival – March
• Kilmore Celtic Festival – June

How to get there
Kilmore is situated on the Northern Highway, just under one hour from Melbourne via the Hume Highway. V/line services operate to Kilmore seven days a week.