Leonora Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
town in Western Australia
About Leonora
Leonora is largest town in the Northern Goldfields. Its long history follows the usual gold-rush boom and bust of many other historical Goldfields mining towns, but it has managed to hang on as service centre. Of most interest is the Gwalia ghost town 3km out of town. Explorer John Forrest surveyed the area and identified the mining potential 1869. He and his party camped at the foot of Mount Leonora, naming it in honour of his wife. Legend has it that they build a 12 foot high tower of stones on the peak to aid in navigation by subsequent parties, though there is no evidence remaining.
Top Attractions in Leonora
Explore the best things to see and do in Leonora:
- ★Gwalia Ghost Town
- ★Gwalia Museum
Where to Eat in Leonora
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Central Hotel
- 🍴Coles Express
- 🍴Leonora Food Van
- 🍴Leonora Supermarket
- 🍴Whitehouse Hotel Restaurant
Where to Stay in Leonora
- 🏨Leonora Caravan Park
Leonora Travel Guide Sections
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