Bathurst for Little Explorers
Australian Fossil and Mineral Museum - Credit: Destination NSW

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171.4KM / 106.5MI (Est. travel time 3 hours)

Bond with your favourite little explorers during a big day out in Bathurst.

The Bathurst region is a giant playground for families. Play with a gigantic toy railway. Get a taste of what life was like in the heady gold-mad days of the 1870s. Feel what it’s like to zoom around the Mount Panorama racing track. Take your pick of activities on this fun-filled, one-day itinerary, which is accessible for all abilities and can be enjoyed any time of the year.
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Bathurst Visitor Information Centre

Get ready for your Bathurst adventure. Pick up brochures and maps, and chat with a friendly local about hidden gems, travel tips and more.

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Credit: Destination NSW
1 Kendall Avenue, Bathurst, New South Wales, Australia, 2795
1800 681 000
visitors@bathurst.nsw.gov.au
Accessible, Wheelchair Access
Public Toilet, Picnic Area
Picnic Area
Public Toilet
Birdwatching, Four Wheel Driving, Scenic Drives, Swimming, Walks
Parking, Coach Parking, Electric Vehicle Charging Point
Accessible, Wheelchair Access, Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
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Australian Fossil and Mineral Museum

Start the day at the Australian Fossil and Mineral Museum, home to the Somerville Collection of more than 5,000 fossils and minerals.

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Australian Fossil and Mineral Museum - Credit: Destination NSW
224 Howick Street, Bathurst, New South Wales, Australia, 2795
(02) 6338 2860
museums@bathurst.nsw.gov.au
Accessible
Non-smoking
$7 ~ $35 AUD*
Accessible
* Adult $15; Concession $10; Child $7; Family $37
Arrive via car from Australian Fossil and Mineral Museum817m / 2680ft ~ Approximately 2 minutes
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Bathurst Rail Museum

Drop into the Bathurst Rail Museum, home to an incredible model railway, a dedicated kids' space and an onsite cafe.

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Bathurst Rail Museum - Credit: Destination NSW
126 Havannah Street, Bathurst, New South Wales, Australia, 2795
(02) 6228 2850
museums@bathurst.nsw.gov.au
Accessible
Parents Room
Cafe
$7 ~ $35 AUD
Accessible
Arrive via car from Bathurst Rail Museum1KM / 4281ft ~ Approximately 3 minutes
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Abercrombie House

Built in the 1870s as an ode to the Scottish homes of early pioneers, step back in time during a self-guided tour of Abercrombie House.

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Abercrombie House - Credit: Destination NSW
311 Ophir Road, Bathurst, New South Wales, Australia, 2795
(02) 6331 4929
abercrombiehouse@bigpond.com
Accessible
Pets Allowed, Public Toilet
Pets Allowed, Public Toilet
Birdwatching, Walks
$15 AUD*
Parking, Coach Parking, Electric Vehicle Charging Point
Accessible
* Concessions $10 Family (2 adults and 2 children) $35
Arrive via car from Abercrombie House10KM / 6MI ~ Approximately 13 minutes
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Hill End Historic Site

Continue your journey north to Hill End to discover what life was like on the goldfields in the 1870s and try your luck at panning for gold.

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Hill End Historic Site - Credit: Destination NSW
Hill End, New South Wales, Australia, 2850
1300 072 757
parks.info@environment.nsw.gov.au
Accessible
Pets Allowed, Non-smoking, Picnic Area
Picnic Area, Cafe, Kiosk
Pets Allowed
Four Wheel Driving, Camping, Walks, Lookouts
Accessible
Arrive via car from Hill End Historic Site74KM / 46MI ~ Approximately an hour
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History Hill MuseumHistory Hill

Dig a little deeper into the Gold Rush era at History Hill. Inspect thousands of artefacts at the museum and explore the underground mine.

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History Hill Museum - Credit: Bathurst Visitor Information Centre
3458 Bathurst Road, Hill End, New South Wales, Australia, 2850
0428 378 222
historyhill@historyhill.com.au
$10 AUD
Parking
Arrive via car from History Hill Museum3KM / 2MI ~ Approximately 3 minutes
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Sofala

Wind along the Turon River on a scenic drive, before stretching your legs at the picturesque village of Sofala.

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Sofala - Credit: Destination NSW
Sofala, New South Wales, Australia, 2795
Arrive via car from Sofala34KM / 21MI ~ Approximately 29 minutes
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Annies Ice Cream Parlour

Back in town, reward your little ones with a scoop or two at Annie’s Ice Cream Parlour - don’t miss the famous Sofala Gold flavour.

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Annie's Ice Cream Parlour - Credit: Bathurst Visitor Information Centre
George Street, Bathurst, New South Wales, Australia, 2795
(02) 6331 8088
anniesicecreamparlour@gmail.com
Dessert, Takeaway
Arrive via car from Annies Ice Cream Parlour45KM / 28MI ~ Approximately 32 minutes
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Machattie Park

Take a break at pretty Machattie Park. Enjoy a self-guided virtual tour, play among the Victorian-era features and stop by the duck pond.

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Machattie Park - Credit: Bathurst Visitor Information Centre
William Street, Bathurst, New South Wales, Australia, 2795
(02) 6333 6285
visitors@bathurst.nsw.gov.au
Accessible, Wheelchair Access, Free Entry
Public Toilet, Picnic Area
Picnic Area
Public Toilet
Accessible, Wheelchair Access, Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
Arrive via car from Machattie Park412m / 1352ft ~ Approximately a minute
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National Motor Racing Museum

Peruse the collection of memorabilia, along with 100-plus racing cars and motorbikes from the 1920s until now, at this quirky museum.

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National Motor Racing Museum - Credit: Destination NSW
400 Panorama Avenue, Mount Panorama, Bathurst, New South Wales, Australia, 2795
(02) 6332 1872
nmrm@bathurst.nsw.gov.au
Accessible
Walks
$7 ~ $15 AUD
Parking
Accessible
Arrive via car from National Motor Racing Museum3KM / 2MI ~ Approximately 4 minutes
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Mount Panorama Racing CircuitMount Panorama/Wahluu

Finish the day with a Bathurst rite of passage: driving the famous Mount Panorama Racing Circuit Panorama.

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Mount Panorama Racing Circuit - Credit: Destination NSW
Mountain Straight, Mount Panorama, New South Wales, Australia, 2795
(02) 6333 6100
visitors@bathurst.nsw.gov.au
Accessible, Free Entry
Lookouts
Accessible
Arrive via car from Mount Panorama Racing Circuit1KM / 4281ft ~ Approximately 2 minutes
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