Griffith

Explore world-class wineries, fresh produce and fascinating heritage in Griffith, in the beautiful Riverina. You’ll find plenty of cellar doors to visit, providores with delicious local produce, quality restaurants and cafes, and festivals celebrating a rich food and wine culture.

Things to do 

Designed by noted architect Walter Burley Griffin in the early 20th century as part of the Murrumbidgee Irrigation Scheme, European migrants settled in the region after World War I and II and helped build a distinctive food and wine culture. Their contribution is celebrated at the Griffith Multicultural Festival, which is part of the annual Spring Fest in October.

The first vineyard was established in 1912 just outside Griffith, and the area has developed into a successful wine making region. Some of the best-known wineries with cellar doors are De Bortoli Wines, home of the internationally acclaimed Noble One botrytis semillon, Yarran Wines and Calabria Family Wines.

For tours of wineries and farms, join Griffith Tours on delectable adventures of the area. In town, browse providores such as Riverina Grove and Bertoldo’s Pasticceria for locally made delicacies. Bertoldo’s is an institution, a family bakery since 1952.

From the irrigation scheme to wine making, explore the heritage of Griffith at two museums on the same picturesque grounds. The Griffith Italian Museum is in the Pioneer Park Museum, which spans over 30 historic buildings. For art lovers, the Griffith Regional Art Gallery has impressive collections.

Events

The enticing events calendar includes Festa delle Salsicce in August celebrates Griffith’s Italian heritage. At the Griffith Easter Party, held on the Easter long weekend, you can enjoy fun activities for the whole family, with an Easter egg hunt, wine tasting, live music and more. 

Getting there and where to stay

Griffith is six hours’ drive from Sydney and five hours from Melbourne. You can also fly to Griffith Airport. Accommodation options suit various budgets and include caravan parks, motels self-catering cottages.