In & Around Bathurst

Bathurst is a city of striking contrasts, nestled in one of the most captivating and diverse areas of New South Wales. Historic buildings, exceptional museums, and galleries contribute to its rich heritage, while breathtaking natural wonders harmoniously blend with a vibrant cultural scene and the picturesque villages that encircle the city.

Bathurst Rail Museum

The award winning Bathurst Rail Museum brings the rich social history of Bathurst and our story as a railway town to life, with personal recollections and interesting artefacts. Explore the stories of local people connected to the Railways, past and present, who have contributed to making Bathurst the thriving city and community it is today.

Vale Creek Wines

Vale Creek nested beside the Queen Charlotte’s Vale Creek and 15 minutes south of Bathurst, has been growing and making wines since 2005. Specialising in Sangiovese, Dolcetto, Barbera, Vermentino, Moscato…if you think the names sound wonderful, wait til you try our wines.

Bathurst Regional Art Gallery

Bathurst Regional Art Gallery (BRAG) is one of the oldest regional galleries in NSW. Bathurst has a long history with notable Australian contemporary visual art. See works national and local visual artists in this cool, contemplative space for free all year round.

Chifley Home

The former home of Australia's 16th Prime Minster, Ben Chifley and his wife Elizabeth sealed in time. An intimate display of Australian life during the early to mid 20th century with many personal belongings and furnishings of the late PM, truly fascinating and a great treasure to have in Bathurst.

Bathurst Grange Distillery Tours

Step behind the scenes and learn all about the art of distilling. Meet the passionate owner operators of Bathurst Grange Distillery at their historic homestead property. Most importantly taste the iconic flavours and award winning Gin and Whiskey produced right here in the Bathurst region.

Australian Fossil & Mineral Museum

Home to Australia's largest collection of fossils and minerals, donated by Warren Somerville AM. See sparkling gemstones up close, learn about the geology and science behind how our world came to be, and marvel at the model T-Rex skeleton. All housed in the beautiful, historic former Bathurst Public School building.