State Coal Mine
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Hours: 10.00am - 4.00pm daily. Closed Christmas Day and Boxing Day.
Due to ongoing major maintenance works, underground tours are closed until further notice.
Journey back in time to discover what life working in a coal mine was like in the 1900s.
Venture underground through the network of tunnels to get hands-on at the coal face and learn how Victoria's hard working men extracted the black gold! Operating from 1909 to 1968, the State Coal Mine produced almost 17 million tonnes of coal for Victoria's industries and railways. Now managed by Parks Victoria, the State Coal Mine site has been lovingly restored by the local community for the enjoyment of generations to come.
Being at the heart of the regions social and economic development, the State Coal Mine fosters an understanding of Australia's cultural heritage with an authentic underground tour experience.
Entry is free to the site above ground where you can meet a pit-pony, climb aboard the old steam locomotive, follow the heritage walk among buildings and gardens or watch a film in the theatrette.
Enjoy lunch or light refreshments in the cafe or make use of the sheltered picnic area and free barbeques before continuing to explore the museum.
Combine the quality above ground experience with the thrill of an underground tour for a day-trip you won't forget.
Due to ongoing major maintenance works, underground tours are closed until further notice.
The State Coal Mine is the only historic coal mine experience in the Southern Hemisphere. Venture underground through the network of tunnels to get hands-on at the coal face and learn how Victoria's hard working men extracted black gold! Operating from 1909 to 1968, the State Coal Mine produced almost 17 million tonnes of coal for Victoria's industries and railways. Now managed by Parks Victoria, the State Coal Mine site has been lovingly restored by the local community for the enjoyment of generations to come. Being at the heart of the regions social and economic development, the State Coal Mine fosters an understanding of Australia's cultural heritage with an authentic underground tour experience.
- Free entry to above ground facilities
- Underground Tours (fee applies)
- Visitor Centre
- Cafe, Shop and Picnic area
- Museum and Theatrette
- Heritage trail
- Historic buildings
- Sheltered BBQ area
- Wheelchair Access (above ground only)
- Disabled Facilities and Parking
Location:The State Coal Mine is situated in Wonthaggi, only 10 minute drive from Inverloch, 25 minute drive from Phillip Island and approximately 2 hours from Melbourne.
Hours: 10.00am - 4.00pm daily. Closed Christmas Day and Boxing Day.
Underground tours run daily at 11.30am and 2.00pm, additional tours run during holiday periods. The tour takes 60-90 minutes to complete.
Only 25 minutes from Phillip Island and approximately 2 hours from Melbourne, the State Coal Mine is the only historic coal mine experience in the Southern Hemisphere. An affordable day trip for the whole family, the State Coal Mine offers interactive fun both above and below ground.
When booking online you may request a tour time of 11.30am or 2.00pm, however to secure a spot you are required to be onsite 30-60 minutes prior to the tour time.
Closed-toe shoes are required.
Please call for group bookings.
Admission Prices 2021 - 2022
Adult - $22.10
Child (5 - 15 years) - $11.40
Concession (Australian Pension Card Holders) - $15.80
Student (16+) and Seniors (Government Seniors Card Holders) - $19.20
Family (2 adults and 2 children) - $55.30 (price will automatically calculate when you select 2 adults and 2 children)
Child under 5 $0.00 (select infant when booking)
Carer $0.00 (select observer when booking)
Location & Directions
19 - 37 Garden Street, Wonthaggi, Vic, 3995, Australia
Directions
As you travel into Wonthaggi from Melbourne, continue along Bass Hwy until you reach the first roundabout at Graham Street, turn right and when you reach the roundabout at McDonalds, turn left and continue along Bilson Street. You will see the State Coal Mine sign when you near Garden Street, turn right and follow into the State Coal Mine.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets are non transferable and non refundable.
