Last Updated: October 2026
When we booked a long weekend in Glenrowan, in Victoria’s beautiful High Country, we had no idea that we’d end up discovering one of the region’s most colourful attractions: the North East Victoria Silo Art Trail.
Our original plan was simple: explore the nearby King Valley, enjoy some delicious local wines and relax in the countryside. But shortly after checking into our Airbnb in Taminick, we came across a map of the Silo Art Trail, and our curiosity was immediately sparked.
The trail winds through small country towns, where enormous grain silos have been transformed into incredible works of art. From native Australian wildlife to portraits celebrating local history, these impressive murals have brought new life and colour to rural communities. As big fans of street art, we couldn’t resist exploring the trail for ourselves. And what a fantastic discovery it turned out to be!
Since our visit, the trail has continued to grow, with even more artwork to discover. Here’s what you can expect along the North East Victoria Silo Art Trail, including our favourite stops and some practical tips for planning your own road trip.
- Where is the North East Victoria Silo Art Trail?
- The many stops along the trail
- What’s New on the North East Victoria Silo Art Trail?
- How Long Does It Take to Complete the North East Victoria Silo Art Trail?
- Where to stay near the North-East Victoria Silo Art Trail?
- Practical Information for Visiting the North East Victoria Silo Art Trail
Where is the North East Victoria Silo Art Trail?
The North East Victoria Silo Art Trail is located in regional Victoria, around two and a half hours’ drive north-east of Melbourne. The trail connects several small country towns, including Goorambat, Devenish, St James, Tungamah, Katamatite and Dookie.
Benalla is a convenient starting point for exploring the trail, particularly if you’re travelling from Melbourne. However, you can join the route from several directions, making it an easy addition to a road trip through Victoria’s High Country.
The many stops along the trail
Benalla
Although Benalla isn’t officially part of the Silo Art Trail, it’s a fantastic place to start or finish your road trip. The town is famous for its colourful street art, with impressive murals decorating buildings and laneways throughout the town.
Make sure you leave some time to wander around Benalla before or after exploring the silos. You won’t be disappointed!
Beyond the street art, Benalla has plenty more to offer, including the Benalla Art Gallery, its historic heritage trail, beautiful botanic gardens and peaceful Lake Benalla, where you might even be lucky enough to spot a platypus.
Goorambat Silo
The Goorambat Silo is a fifteen-minute drive north of Benalla and was decorated by artist Jimmy Dvate. Dvate, who is passionate about wildlife conservation, depicted the endangered barking owl (also the most threatened owl in Victoria). His latest addition, the three beautiful Clydesdale horses, is also worth the detour. It’s one of my favourites from all of the silos.
Sophia of Goorambat
You can’t visit Goorambat without stopping to see Sophia. Although not on a silo, this piece of art is equally impressive. You’ll find it inside the Uniting Church of Goorambat, only 600 metres up the road from the Goorambat Silo.
Sophia was painted by street artist Adnate and represents the female aspect of the Holy Spirit. You can visit the church every day from 9 am to 5 pm.
Devenish Silo
Another ten minutes north of Goorambat is the Devenish Silo.
The Devenish Silo is the work of Melbourne Street Artist Cam Scale. Devenish has three silos, the first two depict a WW1 nurse and a modern female military medic in the Australian Armed Forces. These first two silos were officially opened on Anzac day in 2018.
Exactly a year later, the third silo was unveiled and this one is a tribute to the Australian Light Horses.
St-James Silo
Drive five more minutes north and you’ll reach St-James and the four silos decorated by artist Tim Bowtell. The St James Silos depict a mural of Sir George Coles, who was the founder of the chain of Coles supermarkets. Sir George Coles was a local of the St James township. The mural also features draught horses and an old truck that used to bring the wheat to the silos.
Tungamah Silo
Go fifteen minutes past St James and you’ll arrive in Tungamah and find the Tungamah Silo. The Tungamah Silo murals are the work of Western Australian street artist Sobrane Simcock.
The taller silo was the first one to be painted in this part of Victoria and it depicts dancing Brolgas. This mural is what started the North-East Victoria Silo Art Trail.
The second smaller silo represents several birds, such as the Kookaburra, a Pink and Grey Galah, and a Sulphur-crested Cockatoo.
The Winton Wetlands CFA water tank
This artwork was created during the 2016 Wall to Wall Benalla Festival and was painted by street artist Guido Van Helten.
Before beginning, the artist met with three local firefighters from the Winton Brigade, to gain inspiration. He then decided to incorporate the portraits of these three local volunteers into his mural. This piece of art is very popular and because of its location, (against a backdrop of lifeless trees) it’s a must-see.
You will find the Winton Wetlands CFA tank inside the Winton Wetlands, a forty-five-minute drive from Tungamah on the way back towards Benalla. As of January 2020, this is the last silo along the North-East Victoria Silo Art Trail but who knows, there might be more to come?
Love street art? 🎨 Melbourne is another fantastic destination for colourful murals and creative laneways. Check out our Melbourne city guide for more inspiration.
What’s New on the North East Victoria Silo Art Trail?
Since our visit in 2020, the North East Victoria Silo Art Trail has continued to grow, with new murals and artwork bringing even more colour to the region’s small country towns.
If you’re planning to explore the trail today, here are a few newer additions worth including in your road trip.
Katamatite Silo Art
Completed in July 2023 by local artist Tim Bowtell, the Katamatite silos are among the trail’s newer attractions. The impressive murals feature a wedge-tailed eagle, Indigenous cultural stories and scenes celebrating the region’s history and natural environment.
The silos are located just outside Katamatite, approximately 12 minutes’ drive from Tungamah.
Dookie’s Nomadic Silos
Dookie offers something a little different! Instead of painting enormous permanent grain silos, local and international artists have transformed smaller, decommissioned grain bins into colourful, movable works of art.
These unique nomadic silos can be found around the township and surrounding district, making Dookie another interesting stop along the trail.
More Murals Along the Trail
There are also several newer artworks to look out for in towns we’ve already mentioned:
- Goorambat: A beautiful Nankeen kestrel mural painted by Jimmy DVate in 2021, along with colourful artwork decorating the town’s public toilets.
- Devenish: A railway-themed mural by Tim Bowtell on the old horse stables near the hotel.
- Tungamah: Additional murals and street art around the township.
With so much to discover, the trail is well worth exploring, even if you’ve visited before.
For the latest artwork locations and to help plan your route, check the official North East Art Trail map.
How Long Does It Take to Complete the North East Victoria Silo Art Trail?
Allow around 3 to 4 hours to explore the North East Victoria Silo Art Trail, including driving between the towns and stopping to admire and photograph the murals.
If you also want to explore Benalla’s street art, visit local cafés or discover some of the smaller attractions along the way, I’d recommend setting aside at least half a day.
Where to stay near the North-East Victoria Silo Art Trail?
Benalla is one of the most convenient bases for exploring the North East Victoria Silo Art Trail, with accommodation, cafés and restaurants. If you’re planning a longer road trip through the region, you could also combine the trail with a visit to the nearby King Valley wine region.
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There are also many Airbnbs in and around town. We stayed at the cottage of Taminick Cellars in Taminick, only a 20-minute drive away, and it was a lovely relaxing stay. The cottage offers sunset views over the vines and has a wine cellar and brewery right next door. If you plan on staying for a weekend and doing some wine and beer tasting, you will love it there!
Exploring more of Victoria? 🚗 Why not turn your silo art adventure into a longer road trip? Discover more beautiful country towns, scenic drives and hidden gems in our guide to the best day trips from Melbourne.
Practical Information for Visiting the North East Victoria Silo Art Trail
Getting there: Benalla is approximately 2.5 hours’ drive from Melbourne via the Hume Freeway and makes a convenient starting point for exploring the trail.
Getting around: You’ll need a car to visit the different silo locations. The towns are spread across the countryside, with generally short drives between each stop.
How much does it cost? The silo murals are free to visit, and most can be viewed at any time of day. Entry to Sophia at Goorambat Uniting Church is also free.
Best time to visit: Spring and autumn offer pleasant temperatures for exploring the region. Summer can be very hot, so plan your visits for early morning or late afternoon, which also provides the best light for photography.
Facilities: Some of the smaller towns have limited cafés, shops and services, so bring drinking water and snacks. It’s also worth filling up your fuel tank before leaving Benalla.
Planning your route: Check the official North East Art Trail map for the latest artwork locations before setting off.
While in the area make sure to check out the King Valley for some great wine and fresh local produce. Why not follow the Prosecco Road? Enjoy your time in the High Country of our beautiful state.
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I appreciate you mentioning that Benalla, a little hamlet, is where the Silo Art Trail begins and finishes because it is also home to a tonne of street art. My daughter wants to explore street art. I’ll take her to the Silo Art Tour for her upcoming birthday so she may explore and experience street art firsthand.