Pioneer Settlement - Swan Hill Pioneer Settlement - Swan Hill

Experience Australian history first hand as you explore the Pioneer Settlement Swan Hill.

Set on three hectares of land on the banks of the Little Murray River, you will find real-life Mallee cottages, a hotel, schools and shops, plus our enormous collection of working tractors and machinery.

You can feel the heat in the blacksmith shop, listen to the sounds of the old Pianola or take a ride through our Mallee township on a horse and carriage. And that's just the beginning...

Souvenir Shop
After exploring the Pioneer Settlement, take time to visit our Souvenir Shop and home one of our unique heritage souvenirs.

Restorations
To keep this equipment in the best condition possible, we have an extensive and ongoing program of conservation and restoration.

BY NIGHT
Be transported back 30 million years, before travelling forward through time to the Murray River as we know it today.

BY RIVER
Experience the tranquility of a leisurely one-hour cruise on the majestic Murray River aboard the historic PS Pyap.

Planning your visit
The Pioneer Settlement is open every day of the year (except Christmas Day and Boxing Day) so planning your visit is easy.

BY DAY
Take your time and soak up the sights, sounds and experiences of our unique Pioneer Settlement.

Opening Times
Open Daily
9.30am - 4.30pm (last entry 4pm)
Closed
Christmas Day and Boxing Day

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