Brambuk the National Park & Cultural Centre

Amazing place to explore the rich Aboriginal heritage of the region. The exhibits are engaging, and the staff are incredibly knowledgeable and welcoming. A must-visit for anyone in Halls Gap—an experience that truly enriches your understanding of the local culture!

No disrespect to the local people, but this place is very run down. The cafe was closed until further notice…the back section looked abandoned. Hopefully, the whole centre will be brought back to a condition worthy for tourists.

information center open, but cultural center/museum closed due to water damage(?). cafe was also closed. information center sells a number of nice and interesting souvenirs and local products. worth checking out, but probably only indeed the cultural center is open. walking through to a large grass patch after the cultural center found us a number of emus and a few kangaroos!

The original building which has been here for years is closed sign says it’s going to be renovated. The information centre has little information available which I was very disappointed. There is a gift shop but was a bit expensive. Was hoping to get a good map with clearly showed all the wonderland and surrounds walks. There doesn’t seem to be one available anywhere in Halls Gap. inside there is also a cafe which was closed, possibly effected by covid lack of staff. It has a lovely outside eating area. So when that is open as I assume it will be at some point or maybe only in peak times it would be a lovely lunch spot. There is a couple of walking tracks but not much to get exited about. Lots of parking.

Visited briefly to plan our hikes for the Grampians as advised from our tour group. Unfortunately due to a recent bushfire majority of the Grampians was closed, understandably so though. Staff were initially lovely and very happy to chat, the older lady was very nice and helpful. However, the younger one although chatty made very unprofessional remarks about our group, we asked what hikes were open and she took a look around and said that we wouldn’t be able to do any of the hikes, that we shouldn’t go up high, that we should stay down so we wouldn’t cause an emergency and as we were leaving she said “look at them, they aren’t even wearing any suncream” (we had literally all applied suncream before going into the centre). Also asked about our next days plans and how is best to get around due to road closures, told us a way to go, said it was still close and a 20 min detour and thank god we looked before doing it as it’s actually 1hr and 50 mins. Just not a professional way to act when a genuine group of people are just looking for advice. Could see the older lady looking unsure at what she was saying.

The staff are friendly, welcoming and full of knowledge that they are happy to share. The artwork and items for sale are all authentic Indigenous, which is really important for integrity and for the artists creating such beautiful items. Lots of choices for fabulous gifts here! There is a good range of books to extend and deepen one’s knowledge — there is always more to learn— and lots of free information for visitors and campers in the area.

A must see/do experience whilst visiting the Grampians. The film is very entertaining with the history of the area, from many perspectives. The cafe & gift shop are a delight. Try the Lemon Myrtle Scones with a coffee.... unreal, delicious. A memorable experience.

There’s a little walking trail here but nothing special. Better off going to Halls Gap Botanical Gardens if you’re looking for a nice easy stroll. I was in and out of the centre for 2 mins. Didn’t receive much help, recommendations or enthusiasm from the staff about where we can go for a nice walk. They have maps here but it is not free.

No, you cannot spend a weekend in the Grampians without spending some time devoted to the first inhabitants who have lived in this area for over 5,000 years. This cultural centre is award winning, it was designed in the shape of a cockatoo. You get the opportunity to learn all about the beautiful Aboriginal culture. There are films in the theatre (for a small price, and they run almost every hour, call ahead to double check). They have a room for activities where you can decorate your own boomerang. As you meander about, you learn the significance of the culture, and what the land meant to these people. You learn of their fate once Europeans settlers came in and how they were taken advantage of. It was heart wrenching to read about, I found myself getting a sense of anger and sadness in how ignorant people were and can be. It can shake a person up. *Bring a gold coin donation to enter* The gift shop you enter and exit through. I must say, this gift shop is hands down the best most authentic I've been to in Australia. Most of the products are created by Aboriginal artists. High five to supporting the Cultural Centre! And I must note, the cafe. The Bush Tucker Cafe has some fun traditionally bush tucker foods. Haven't had kangaroo or croc or emu yet? Give it a go. When in Rome right?

I can't say much about it because I came here in winter and I did everything I wanted to do by myself but this is the perfect place to plan your activities for your stay. Some rangers will happily help you and inform you about the park. AND A small cafe inside where I had a gorgeous sweet potato, bacon and red pepper soup. Yummmmmmy You can taste some "bush food" here as well, kangaroo pie, croc salad, emu... Haven't tried but you can give it a go !

Great display of history of traditional owners but disappointing service by staff. Had to wait while one staff served, though other staff member available. If you want anything to eat or drink make sure you get there early as eatery appears to close right in 1600 hours.