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Oura Beach Reserve

National Parks and Reserves

Oura Beach Reserve

Oura Beach Reserve is a great spot to take in the Murrumbidgee River. Located around a 20-minute drive from Wagga Wagga, the reserve is perfect for camping, fishing, or just enjoying a day out by the river with a picnic. Pull up a seat on the Ageless Oura artwork, installed in 2016, which frames views of the river. Handcrafted by Wagga Wagga artist John Wood, these hardwood timber seats are framed by rust-coloured steel rings which blend beautifully into the landscape. No bookings required for this campsite. Physical distancing is still required. Current NSW Health rules on public gatherings also continue to apply.

Oura NSW

26 km away

Warbirds

Entertainment Venues

Warbird Aerial Adventures

Warbird Aerial Adventures Proudly Presents Wagga Wagga's Newest Adventure. They offer a range of adventure flights in the Ex PLAAF Nanchang CJ-6a warbird. From a smooth and gentle scenic flight up to all the action, aerobatics and adrenalin you can handle. Alex von Mengersen is the chief pilot of Warbird Aerial Adventures. With over 15 years of aviation experience, Alex has a commercial pilot's license, aerobatics rating, and RA-Aus senior instructor rating, he is also a qualified avionics engineer with experience on both large and small passenger aircraft, private, historic, and recreational aircraft.

Wagga Wagga NSW

28 km away

RAAF Wagga Aviation Heritage Centre

Galleries, Museums and Collections

RAAF Wagga Aviation Heritage Centre

The RAAF Wagga Aviation Heritage Centre showcases Air Force history, along with representing the significant involvement of the RAAF in the Riverina region of New South Wales. The static display aircraft next to the Aviation Heritage Centre represent over 50 years of RAAF flying history and are completely accessible for the public to view and photograph. The display comprises Air Force heritage artefacts displayed in various themed rooms, including a 'Community Room', which is devoted to a rotational display that relates to military history and/or the contribution made by people from Wagga Wagga and the Riverina region. As the last remaining Riverina World War II Base within a network of bases incorporating Narrandera, Temora, Deniliquin, Tocumwal, Cootamundra and Uranquinty; this Aviation Heritage Centre represents the only repository for regional specific RAAF memorabilia. Enjoy a visit to the centre!

Forest Hill NSW

29 km away

Adelong Falls

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Adelong Falls Gold Mill Ruins

The Adelong Falls Gold Mill Ruins is a state listed heritage industrial site. Situated 1.5 kilometres from Adelong, and just over 20 kilometres from Tumut, it is a must see destination. The interpretive area, providing a comprehensive history of the site, and viewing platform are wheelchair accessible from the lower car park. For the more nimble, a walk of about an hour leads down from the platform to Adelong Creek and the ruins. There are signposts along the route describing the various items relating to the site. The remarkable stone ruins of the ingenious Reefer ore crushing machine, built by Scotsmen David Wilson and William Ritchie, remain for all visitors to view from the platform, or wander through to interpret how reef ore was processed. This mill processed ore from miners from Adelong and the wider district and ceased operation in 1914. The Adelong Falls is a popular swimming hole during the warmer months and a great spot for walking and picnics. The "Adelong Falls Walk" links the Adelong Falls Gold Mill Ruins to the town of Adelong and also forms part of the Snowy Valleys Sculpture Trail; a walk of about 2km along Adelong Creek.

Adelong NSW

29 km away

Adelong Falls Walk — Image credit: Miriam Hewson

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Adelong Falls Walk

The Adelong Falls Walk offers a tranquil journey along Adelong Creek, connecting the town of Adelong to the historic Adelong Falls Gold Mill Ruins. Starting at the Adelong Alive Museum on the main street, the walk leads through Travers Street and follows the picturesque creek, eventually reaching the ruins. The trail is well-marked and takes around 2.5 hours for a return journey. This scenic, family-friendly path is perfect for walkers, wheelchair users, strollers, and cyclists, making it a favourite for both locals and visitors. Interpretive signs at the falls provide fascinating insights into the region's rich gold mining heritage. Plan to spend a few hours exploring the extensive ruins and immersing yourself in this pivotal chapter of Australian gold mining history. At the ruins, you'll discover remnants of the 1800s gold mining operations, including original equipment that played a vital role in making Adelong one of the most significant gold rush sites in Australia's history. Don't forget your camera—this walk is as beautiful as it is historically enriching!

Adelong NSW

30 km away

There's all kinds of fun at Flip Out Wagga Wagga

Amusement and Theme Parks

Flip Out Wagga Wagga

Flip Out is a worldwide phenomenon and the most fun you can have in one venue. All ages are welcome, and there is a café with an outdoor seated area. With Olympic trampolines, dodgeball, wall runners, a junior area, SkateRamp, swing bags and party rooms, there is something for everyone. School groups are welcome. The venue is wheelchair friendly. No bookings are necessary.

Wagga Wagga NSW

34 km away

Lake Albert — Image credit: Destination NSW

Natural Attractions

Lake Albert

Lake Albert is one of Wagga's most popular recreational facilities. It caters for boating, fishing, swimming and other aquatic activities. The five-and-a-half kilometre circuit walking track is commonly used by walkers, joggers and bike riders. Eight fitness stations have been installed in four locations along the walking track on the eastern side of Lake Albert. Set over 800 metres, the fitness stations are very popular with users of the lake. Boat ramps are located at Bosley Park, adjacent to the Wagga Wagga Boat Club on the lake’s western side, and at Apex Park on the eastern side. Also at Apex Park is a children’s playground with a separate fenced area for smaller children. Lake Albert is family friendly and dog friendly (on leads), and is a must for visitors to Wagga Wagga.

Wagga Wagga NSW

35 km away

Project Paintball

Entertainment Venues

Project Paintball

For the ultimate day in Wagga Wagga with your mates look no further. Six fields, endless scenarios and action-packed. Suit up and enjoy a round of action-packed, fast-paced paintballing. Why not book your next birthday party, bucks/hens party, Christmas Party or corporate team building? Since October 2011, Project Paintball Wagga has been Wagga's choice for Paintball. They have nine themed, exciting fields set across 40 acres and the best part? They're less than five minutes east of Wagga's Central Business District. With a large car park (including bus parking), covered safety briefing area and equipment for over 50 players at any given time, their Wagga Paintball facility offers the best Paintball experience in their region. All participants must be over 16 years of age.

Wagga Wagga NSW

35 km away

Livingstone multi-use track

Natural Attractions

Livingstone multi-use track

Livingstone multi-use track is a 4.3km loop track, perfect for enjoying some of the loveliest parts of Livingstone National Park. If you’re hiking, mountain biking or horse riding, this track takes you through open woodlands full of tall cypress pines, scribbly gums and spectacular rusty spider flowers. In spring, areas are blanketed in gorgeous wildflowers, including yellow flowering kangaroo thorn and yellow clustered everlastings. As the only multi-use track in the region, it’s very popular. Members of the Wagga Wagga Wilderness Walkers and Wagga Wagga Mountain Bike Club frequently visit here, as do families and anyone wanting a dose of nature and fresh air. Birdwatchers should be sure to bring their binoculars; scarlet robins, brown tree creepers, speckled warblers and turquoise parrots are best spotted early morning or late afternoon.

Big Springs NSW

36 km away

Noahs Ark Indoor Play Centre

Sports and Recreation Facilities

Noahs Ark Indoor Play Centre

Noah's Ark Play Centre Wagga Wagga is a children's play centre providing a play and party location for all children under 12 years of age. For a fantastic time, come and board the ark and play, in year round air-conditioned comfort. Slides, ball pools, flying foxes, crawl tunnels, squeeze rollers, cosy coupe car track and more. Plaster painting is also available. Have a coffee or stay for lunch. A large selection of hot and cold foods available as well as kid's meals at reasonable prices. Don't forget to bring your socks!

Wagga Wagga NSW

36 km away

Overlooking Lake Albert at the Wagga Wagga Country Club — Image credit: Wagga Wagga Country Club

Sports and Recreation Facilities

Wagga Wagga Country Club

Located on the shores of Lake Albert and included in Australia's top 100 country courses. A beautiful tree-lined course with immaculate bent greens and all-weather fairways, it offers an outstanding 18-hole championship golf course measuring 6054 metres from the back markers. The Wagga Wagga Country Club is the ideal venue for any occasion, golfing, functions and dining.

Wagga Wagga NSW

36 km away

Livingstone National Park

National Parks and Reserves

Livingstone National Park

Just 30km south of Wagga Wagga, Livingstone National Park and the nearby Livingstone State Conservation Area boast close to 2,000ha of richly varied bushland. Wherever you travel throughout the park, you'll be struck by the diversity of the ever-changing landscape. In spring, when all the native wildflowers burst with colour, including several species of orchids, the landscape is simply spectacular. Austral indigo, kangaroo thorn and clustered everlasting are a must-see at this time of year. Take a walk, mountain bike or enjoy a horse ride along Livingstone multi-use track. Birdwatchers will enjoy the chance to spot many threatened woodland birds, including turquoise and swift parrots and scarlet and hooded robins. You'll also glimpse eastern grey kangaroos, swamp wallabies, wombats and goannas on your adventure through Livingstone National Park.

Burrandana NSW

36 km away

Inflatable World Wagga

Amusement and Theme Parks

Inflatable World Wagga

It's all about having fun, so bring the whole family and bounce on into Inflatable World. It's not just for the kids – they encourage the parents to have fun with their children. You can play on the inflatable activities as many times as you like during the session, and the supervisors are there to make sure everyone is safe and gets a fair go.

East Wagga Wagga NSW

37 km away

Wagga Steam and Vintage Engine Museum

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Wagga Steam and Vintage Engine Museum

Wagga Wagga's Steam and Vintage Engine Museum operated by Wagga Historic Engine Club Inc. displays a magnificent array of working engines. There are shearing machines and all types of stationary engines. Take the whole family along to view the vintage steam and oil engines display. The museum is open on the first and third Sunday of the month, or by appointment. An enjoyable and educational outing for only a gold coin donation.

Wagga Wagga NSW

37 km away

Museum of the Riverina Botanic Gardens site

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Museum of the Riverina Botanic Gardens site

The redeveloped Museum of the Riverina Botanic Gardens Site highlights the people, places and events that give Wagga Wagga its unique character. Discover Wiradyuri stories, sporting legends, Wagga at war, life on the Murrumbidgee River and more. A great site for all to visit, with accessibility to all being a key feature. The Museum of the Riverina Botanic Site also regularly hosts events, programs and activities throughout the year.

Wagga Wagga NSW

37 km away

Walking the Wiradjuri Trail

Natural Attractions

Wiradjuri Trail

The Wiradjuri Trail, perfect for walking and cycling, covers about 42 kilometres, circling much of the city and exploring riverbanks, hilltops and everything in between. It also winds through Birramal Conservation Area, Silvalite Reserve and Pomingalarna Reserve - perfect for wildlife spotting or enjoying some of the best views over the city. The Wollundry Loop - part of the trail - is 12.1 kilometres and a more leisurely walk, following part of the Murrumbidgee River and the perimeter of the Wollundry Lagoon. A popular return-route is to start from the Wagga Wagga Visitor Information Centre and walk anti-clockwise, taking in Riverside: Wagga Beach, Cadell Place laneway murals, Wiradjuri Reserve and Marrambidya Wetland.

Wagga Wagga NSW

37 km away

Wagga Wagga Art Society Studio Gallery — Image credit: WWAS

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Wagga Wagga Art Society Studio Gallery

At the heart of the Wagga Wagga Art Society (WWAS) lies a passion to ignite creativity and cultivate the vibrant world of painting and the arts in the region. Founded in 1949 by a group of visionary art lovers, the Society has been a trailblazer in nurturing the practice, appreciation, and education of the arts in the Wagga Wagga district. WWAS offers its members a welcoming studio space where creativity flourishes and connections are made, with the studio open each week for artistic exploration and social exchange. Through workshops and educational initiatives, they provide opportunities for members to refine their craft, while also offering a platform for teachers and practitioners to share their knowledge and inspire future generations of artists. All paintings are for sale and members are available to chat about the artwork or membership. All welcome.

Wagga Wagga NSW

37 km away

Jim Ephick Tennis Centre — Image credit: Wagga Wagga City Council

Sports and Recreation Facilities

Jim Elphick Tennis Centre

Offering a first-class experience for players of all levels. The redeveloped Jim Elphick Tennis Centre now features many options available for a great game of tennis. They offer ten International Tennis Federation (ITF) cushioned acrylic hard courts, two warm-up cushioned acrylic hard courts, five synthetic grass community courts and two multi-use netball courts. They also have a modern clubhouse with amenities and a spectator viewing area. Grab your friend for a game of tennis. Racquet hire available.

Wagga Wagga NSW

38 km away

Wagga Wagga Botanic Gardens — Image credit: Wagga Wagga City Council

Natural Attractions

Wagga Wagga Botanic Gardens

Located at the base of Willans Hill, the Wagga Wagga Botanic Gardens are set over 22 acres. A mini zoo, free flight aviary, children's adventure playground, and rainforest section will keep the kids occupied for hours. Other attractions within the gardens include the Tree Chapel and Chinese Pavilion. Various garden areas showcase camellias, cacti and succulents, proteas, Australian natives and roses. The Willans Hill Miniature Railway operates on the first and third Sunday of each month. The track runs through woodlands, a tunnel and over a bridge. Covered footwear is essential to ride the trains. Covered barbecues are also available. Need help finding your way? The Wagga Botanic Gardens Adventure Tour is a free, app-based adventure tour that will help you discover hidden treasures, rare plants and surprising facts about Wagga Wagga's beautiful Botanic Gardens.

Wagga Wagga NSW

38 km away

Willans Hill Miniature Railway - Wagga Wagga Botanic Gardens — Image credit: Wagga Wagga City Council

Parks and Gardens

Willans Hill Miniature Railway

Situated in the Botanic Gardens, the Willans Hill Miniature Railway runs through the garden and features an authentic station and booking office. The track weaves through a garden setting, through woodlands, a tunnel and over a bridge. No visit to Wagga Wagga is complete without a ride! Covered footwear is essential for riding the trains. An invitation run is held in November every year, where a gathering of model train enthusiasts Australia-wide show their trains to the delight of adults and children alike. Willans Hill Miniature Railway is also open for groups with prior arrangements. The trains run on the first and third Sunday of each month.

Wagga Wagga NSW

38 km away

Oasis Regional Aquatic Centre — Image credit: Visit Wagga Wagga

Sports and Recreation Facilities

Oasis Aquatic Centre

Enjoy year-round fun at the Oasis Aquatic Centre, located in the heart of Wagga’s city centre. The indoor area contains the 25-metre pool, leisure pools (including Turbo Pool and mushrooms), toddlers pools and a program pool which is frequently used for children's swimming lessons and hydrotherapy. The outdoor pools include a 50-metre pool, and a diving pool which has a one-metre and three-metre springboard, and five-metre platform. The facility has large female, and male, family and accessible change rooms, free barbecues and a children's playground. The Oasis is used by various sporting groups including water polo, diving, and triathlon groups. Birthday party packages and Learn to Swim Classes are available for adults and children.

Wagga Wagga NSW

38 km away

Wagga Wagga Livestock Marketing Centre

Agritourism

Wagga Wagga Livestock Marketing Centre

The Wagga Wagga Livestock Marketing Centre is the premier livestock market in Australia and home to the largest sheep sale in the world. Established in 1979, it has since led the way in the selling of livestock for over 30 years. With the added advantage of our geographical location the LMC attracts buyers from NSW and VIC to participate in our sales, which increases competition. Great to visit, engage with the farmers and enjoy the precision of these fast-paced facilities. Cattle Sales are held every Monday (except for Public Holidays). Sheep and Lamb Sales are held every Thursday (except for Public Holidays). Please check the website for further details.

Wagga Wagga NSW

38 km away

Wagga Wagga Rail Heritage Museum

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Wagga Wagga Rail Heritage Museum

Situated on the historic Wagga Wagga Railway Station platform. This vast collection of magnificent photographs and railway memorabilia depicting the local history of the railway and shown in a unique presentation for young and old. Across the railway pedestrian bridge is Wagga Wagga Rail Heritage Gang Sheds which houses a vast collection of railway trikes, tools and photographs of the railway history. This collection has been recognised for the wonderful preservation of the equipment and the display. It is presented in two railway sheds which were used by railway gang teams who looked after the safety of the railway tracks. Also across the railway pedestrian bridge is the Wagga Wagga Rail Heritage Model Trains with several working model railway layouts (HO and N scale) displaying passenger and freight trains. Learn from the experts who can help with any questions you have in regarding this awesome family friendly activity. All three museum locations have different opening times, check with website provided.

Wagga Wagga NSW

38 km away

Public Art Audio Trail — Image credit: City of Wagga Wagga

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Public Art Audio Trail

Taking you along the banks of the Murrumbidgee River, through the CBD and along Fitzmaurice Street, this walking tour will introduce you to a selection of the wonderful artworks in Wagga Wagga. As you walk, scan the QR code at each stop to hear interviews with artists and the inspiration behind the artwork. The reasonably flat walk is approximately 3 kilometres and will take about 45-60 minutes at an easy pace.

Wagga Wagga NSW

38 km away

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