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Bathurst has quite a tale to tell – it’s got history, great food and wine, outdoor adventures and pretty scenery. It’s just one of the towns...

By Explore
Updated September 20, 2022, first published February 22, 2021

Bathurst has quite a tale to tell – it’s got history, great food and wine, outdoor adventures and pretty scenery.

It’s just one of the towns in the Central West region of New South Wales along with Blayney, Cabonne, Cowra, Forbes, Lachlan, Lithgow, Oberon, Orange, Parkes and Weddin.

Stride out around Bathurst to discover its past which features beautiful buildings showcasing Victorian architecture.

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Go on a museum hop- visit the Australian Fossil and Mineral Museum, Bathurst Rail Museum, the National Motor Racing Museum, History Hill Museum and Rockley Mill & Stables Museum.

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