State Coal Mine

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Daily: 10.00am – 4.00pm

$12 – $24

Child $12.40 Adult $24 Senior/Student $20.80 Concession Card Holder $17.20

Explore the historic buildings and stunning gardens on a heritage walk that immerses you in 1900s coal mining life.
Join daily underground tours at 11.30am and 2pm for an authentic glimpse into Victoria's coal production history.
Relax with refreshments at the café or enjoy a barbecue lunch in the scenic picnic area after your adventure.
Visit the souvenir shop for unique mining memorabilia that celebrates Wonthaggi's rich heritage and history.

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The State Coal Mine offers a journey back in time to discover what life was like working in a coal mine in the 1900s. Follow the heritage walk among historic buildings and stunning gardens.

Underground tours run daily at 11.30am and 2.pm. This walking tour requires a good level of fitness due to the steep tunnel gradient and is not recommended for those with limited mobility. Sturdy closed toe shoes must be worn.

Take the family on a journey back in time to the State Coal Mine in Wonthaggi. This unique attraction in Gippsland is the only historic coal mine experience in the Southern Hemisphere.

Operating from 1909 until 1968, the State Coal Mine produced almost 17 million tonnes of coal for Victoria’s industries and railways.

Drop in at the Visitor Centre and watch a film in the theatrette. Visit the souvenir shop to find unique mining memorabilia and a variety of items celebrating Wonthaggi’s history.

Relax and enjoy refreshments from the café after exploring the grounds or cook your own barbecue lunch at the picnic area.

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Wonthaggi, Victoria

Address: 19-37 Garden Street, Wonthaggi, Victoria, 3995, Australia
Phone: 131963
Email: info@parks.vic.gov.au
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$12 – $24

Lat -38.62560, Lng 145.59428

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LTA Dest_Gippsland

TRIPADVISORID 3781189

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Victoria Tourism Industry Council

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Family Friendly
Interpretive Centre
Picnic Area
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