About this place
What to expect
The Big Golden Guitar one of the many "big" attractions in Australia is situated on Goonoo Goonoo Road (New England Highway) at the southern entrance to Tamworth. Erected in 1988 and unveiled by Slim Dusty it stands at 12 metres tall and weighs half a tonne. The Big Golden Guitar is a replica of the famous Golden Guitar Award and a symbol of the world-renowned annual Tamworth Country Music Festival. A must see attraction on your visit to Tamworth or merely just passing through The Golden Guitar is available 24hrs and lit at night for the obligatory photograph. While you're there pop in and visit the friendly staff and volunteers at the Tamworth Visitor Information Centre and find out about local events, experiences, and the best places to eat and drink!