Things to do in Central New South Wales

Activities, attractions and tours

Such a different perspective watching the dawn of a new day, from a hot air balloon
The many famous Australian artists who spent time here really knew what they were doing. They rediscovered this abandoned mining town and put it back on the map. It still feels like you're stepping back in time, especially in this little shack where we stayed, with its external kitchen and calico ceilings.
Flower in the green house!
Wild duck swimming in the pond
The many famous Australian artists who spent time here really knew what they were doing. They rediscovered this abandoned mining town and the artwork they produced while here put it back on the map. Even now, it still feels like you're stepping back in time.
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What to do in Central New South Wales

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Orange Botanic Gardens featuring fall colors

Orange Botanic Gardens

Explore the great outdoors at Orange Botanic Gardens, a lovely green space in Bletchington. While in this walkable area, you can savor the wineries and cafes.

Orange Botanic Gardens
CSIRO Parkes Observatory

CSIRO Parkes Observatory

Take the family on an outing to CSIRO Parkes Observatory during your trip to Parkes. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

CSIRO Parkes Observatory
Peaceful garden with a beautiful blend of Australian and Japanese influences, Shutterstock ID 565056631, Purchase Order: -

Cowra Japanese Garden

Explore the great outdoors at Cowra Japanese Garden, a lovely green space in Cowra. Take in the entertainment venues and countryside in the area.

Cowra Japanese Garden
Bathurst Courthouse featuring heritage architecture and an administrative buidling

Bathurst Courthouse

After visiting Bathurst Courthouse, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Bathurst. Take some time to visit the spas in this walkable area.

Bathurst Courthouse
National Motor Racing Museum

National Motor Racing Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at National Motor Racing Museum during your travels in Bathurst. Visit the area's spas, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

National Motor Racing Museum

Mount Panorama Motor Racing Circuit

You can take time to visit Mount Panorama Motor Racing Circuit during your travels to Bathurst. Visit the area's spas, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Mount Panorama Motor Racing Circuit

Orange Health Service

Though Orange Health Service might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Bloomfield while you are here.

Orange Health Service

Orange Visitor Information Centre

After visiting Orange Visitor Information Centre, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Orange. While in this walkable area, you can savor the cafes and wineries.

Orange Visitor Information Centre

Duntryleague Country Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Calare at Duntryleague Country Club. While in this walkable area, you can savor the wineries and cafes.

Duntryleague Country Club

Areas of Central New South Wales

Bathurst featuring fall colors and a park

Bathurst CBD

While visiting Bathurst CBD, you might make a stop by sights like Australian Fossil and Mineral Museum and Bathurst War Memorial Carillon.

Bathurst CBD
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Kelso

Kelso is well-liked for its restaurants. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Bathurst area, you might plan a trip to Australian Fossil and Mineral Museum or Bathurst War Memorial Carillon.

Kelso
National Motor Racing Museum which includes interior views

Mount Panorama

Unique features of Mount Panorama include the restaurants and spas. Make a stop by Mount Panorama Winery or Mount Panorama Motor Racing Circuit while you're exploring the area.

Mount Panorama
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South Bathurst

You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in South Bathurst. You might want to make time for a stop at Chifley Home or Ray Morcom Reserve.

South Bathurst
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Gormans Hill

While Gormans Hill might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like National Motor Racing Museum and Mount Panorama Winery.

Gormans Hill
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Mitchell

Mitchell might not have many top sights, but Mount Panorama Motor Racing Circuit and National Motor Racing Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Mitchell
The New South Wales central western town of Forbes.

Forbes

Old sheep station in Central West NSW

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