Port Albert Attractions 
Port Albert (pop. 300), a tiny but historic township which was named after Prince Albert the Prince Consort, it was the first established port in Victoria. Sailing ships from Europe and America once docked at the large timber jetty here, and boats from China brought thousands of prospectors to the goldfields in northern Gippsland. Originally established for trade with Tasmania, Port Albert was the supply port for Gippsland until the railroad line from Melbourne to Sale was opened in 1878.
Port Albert has preserved a number of old buildings - government offices, shops, the Bank of Victoria, the Maritime Museum, Christ Church (1858). Close to the waterfront is the Port Albert Hotel, first licensed in 1842, one of the oldest hotels still operating in Australia.
Port Albert has preserved a number of old buildings - government offices, shops, the Bank of Victoria, the Maritime Museum, Christ Church (1858). Close to the waterfront is the Port Albert Hotel, first licensed in 1842, one of the oldest hotels still operating in Australia.
