(Serviced by Margaret River Visitor Centre)
Name: Margaret River Visitor Centre (servicing Cowaramup)
Address: 100 Bussell Highway, Margaret River WA 6285
Phone: (08) 9780 5911
Opening Hours: Typically 9:00 am – 5:00 pm (daily; seasonal variations apply)
Rating: 4.7 from 600+ reviews
Type: Accredited Visitor Information Centre / Wine, gourmet & coastal‑touring hub
The centre provides maps, wine‑trail guidance, gourmet‑food recommendations, coastal‑access information, and regional touring support for Cowaramup and surrounding areas.
What Area It Caters For
The Margaret River Visitor Centre supports visitors across the Cowaramup–Metricup–Wilyabrup–Gracetown–Margaret River North corridor, covering wineries, gourmet producers, beaches, forests, and scenic touring routes.
1. Cowaramup Township (Primary Area Serviced)
- Boutique shops and cafés
- “Cowie” cow sculptures throughout town
- Dairy‑country landscapes
- Local artisan producers
- Family‑friendly parks and picnic spots
2. Metricup & Wilyabrup Wine Region
- Premium wineries and cellar doors
- Breweries and distilleries
- Gourmet food producers (cheese, chocolate, nougat)
- Scenic rural drives
- Photography hotspots
3. Gracetown & Surrounding Coastline
- Gracetown Bay
- Surf breaks and coastal walks
- Clifftop lookouts
- Wildlife viewing and beach recreation
4. Margaret River (Regional Hub)
- Restaurants, galleries, and shops
- Forest trails and riverfront walks
- Major wine‑touring routes
- Cultural events and markets
5. Local Heritage & Cultural Attractions
- Dairy and farming heritage
- Artisan studios
- Gourmet‑food workshops and tastings
- Seasonal festivals and markets
6. Regional Touring Routes
- Cowaramup → Metricup → Wilyabrup wine loop
- Cowaramup → Gracetown coastal circuit
- Cowaramup → Margaret River gourmet trail
- Cowaramup → Yallingup → Dunsborough northern coastal drive
- Cowaramup → Augusta southern forest and lighthouse link
Services Provided
- Local and regional maps (Cowaramup, Wilyabrup, Metricup, Margaret River Region)
- Wine‑trail and gourmet‑food guidance
- Coastal‑access and beach‑safety information
- Dining and café recommendations (Cowaramup, Margaret River, Wilyabrup)
- Event information (wine festivals, markets, gourmet events)
- Regional touring support (Yallingup, Dunsborough, Augusta, Busselton)
- Assistance with accommodation options (cottages, farm stays, vineyard retreats, holiday homes)
- Visitor orientation for photography, wine tasting, gourmet touring, and coastal exploration
Summary
The Cowaramup Tourist Information Centre, serviced through the Margaret River Visitor Centre, is the central tourism hub for Cowaramup’s gourmet food, wine, dairy‑country landscapes, and coastal touring routes. It assists travellers exploring Wilyabrup’s premium wineries, Metricup’s gourmet producers, Gracetown’s beaches, and touring routes linking Margaret River, Yallingup, Dunsborough, Busselton, and Augusta. With its maps, wine‑trail guidance, gourmet‑food information, and regional touring support, it provides an essential starting point for discovering one of Western Australia’s most charming and flavour‑rich destinations.