BATHURST
WHAT IS BATHURST KNOWN FOR?
Ironically, this normally beautiful and peaceful little country town is known for car racing. Every year, the famous Liqui - Moly 12 Hour car race takes place on Mount Panorama and this usually quiet town suddenly becomes as crowded as Sydney. Of Course, car racing isn’t Bathurst’s only claim to fame, Bathurst has a long rich history with gold mining, the first gold ever discovered in Australia was discovered in Bathurst, the gold rush which took place between the 1850′s and the 1870′s transformed this small provincial town into a major regional centre.
GETTING THERE AND AWAY
AIR
Bathurst has a small regional airport. Pelican Airlines do daily direct flights from Sydney to Bathurst, however this is the most expensive way to travel to Bathurst from Sydney.
Pelican Airlines
Operates direct flight Between Sydney Airport Terminal T2 and Bathurst with two return flights per day Monday To Friday and 1 return flight on Sunday.
CAR
Car is the easiest and most convenient way to get to and from Bathurst.
TRAIN
The “Bathurst Bullet” train service link Sydney with Bathurst daily.Daily NSW Trainlink Services from Sydney To Lithgow with coach connections to Bathurst are also avaliable.
Bathurst Bullet
The Bathurst Bullet departs Bathurst Station at 7:35AM and returns earlier in the afternoon, departing Sydney at 3:05PM and arriving in Bathurst at 6:47PM. There are variations to this schedule on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays to allow for existing Indian Pacific and Intercity services.
GETTING AROUND
The easiest way to get around Bathurst is by car, While Uber does exist, it can be difficult at times to get one as they are not as common as they are in big cities like Sydney and Melbourne. Bathurst Taxis are another option if you do not have a car but you will have to call for them as taxi’s are not something that you will see frequently whilst walking around Bathurst. There is a Bus company in Bathurst, Bathurst Buslines check the website for more information and for bus routes.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
OPENING HOURS
Most businesses in Bathurst are closed on Sundays. Cafes typically open at 7:00AM and close at 3:00PM while restaurants tend to open and close a bit later than this typically around 5:00PM to 9:00PM. Shops usually open at 10:00Am and close at 5:00PM. On or around public holidays such as Christmas and New Year, you can expect most businesses to be closed.
ROAD SAFETY
Kangaroos are abundant in Bathurst, unfortunately, that also means that the chance of a collision with one whilst driving is higher than it is in Sydney particularly at night. Drive extra cautiously, especially around areas like Mount Panorama and further out away from the CBD.
PLACES TO STAY
HOTELS
The Victoria
Locally owned and operated, this newly refurbished hotel is the ultimate hub for food, drink, arts, music, events and accomodation. There is a pub which serves craft beer, local wine, cocktails and tasty pub food. Dogs are allowed in this hotel.
Facilities:
Bar
Family Rooms
Free Wifi
Restaurant
Shared Bathroom
Location: 3 Keppel St Bathurst, NSW 2795, Australia
Phone: 0263315777
Email:
[email protected]
Website: thevictoriabathurst.com.au
Photos from The Victoria Bathurst on Facebook
Littomore Hotels And Suites
Located only a 2 minute walk to the CBD of Bathurst, Littomore Hotels And Suites is the only Motel in Bathurst that does not have a main road or major highway running past its front door. Off street parking is provided and there is a salt water pool.
Facilities:
On Site Parking
Swimming Pool
Location: 19 Charlotte St, Bathurst NSW
Phone: 0263312211
Email:
[email protected]
Website: littomoresuites.com.au
Photos from Littomore Bathurst on Facebook
Mantra
The Mantra Bathurst Hotel, is extremely close to Bathurst’s CBD and the second closest to Mount Panorama. Most of the 50 newly refurbished room have a new plush top king bed and ample parking is provided. A free continental breakfast is included and there is also a spa, sauna and swimming pool.
Facilities:
Bar
Coach Parking
Continental Breakfast
Family Rooms
Free Wifi
Function Rooms
Laundry Facilities
On Site Parking
Sauna
Spa
Swimming Pool
Location: 344 Stewart St, Bathurst NSW 2795, Australia
Phone: 0263321800
Email:
[email protected]
Website: www.mantrabathurst.com.au
Photos from Mantra Bathurst on Facebook
Rydges Mount Panorama
Located on the iconic Mount Panorama race circuit, all rooms have a spectacular view of Mount Panorama and if you’re lucky, you will see large groups of Kangaroos. There are 131 rooms, all come with spa baths and balconies. There is a pool and a restaurant which has a buffet breakfast as well as on site parking.
Facilities:
24 Hour Reception
Air Conditioning/Heating
Free Wifi
Grocery Delivery Service
Gym
Kitchen
Laundry Facilities
On Site Parking
Restaurant
Room Service
Swimming Pool
Location: 1 Conrod Straight, Bathurst NSW 2795, Australia
Phone: 61263381888
Email:
[email protected]
Website: rydges.com
Photos from Rydges Mount Panorama Bathurst on Facebook
MOTELS
Gold Panner Motor Inn
If you are looking for affordable accomodation, great country hospitality this newly refurbished motel is the place to stay. Located only 10 minutes from the Bathurst CBD, the Gold Panner Motor Inn has 34 ground floor rooms with secure parking right at your door. A free continental buffet breakfast is included, there is also a BBQ area, a children’s playground and a swimming pool
Facilities:
Continental Breakfast
Family Rooms
Free Wifi
On Site Parking
Swimming Pool
Location: 260 Sydney Rd, Kelso NSW 2795, Australia
Phone: 0263314444
Email:
[email protected]
Website: bathurstgoldpannermotorinn.com.au
Photos from Gold Panner Motor Inn on Facebook
Panorama Bathurst
This Motel with its 70 rooms is the largest motel in Bathurst . It is conveniently located near the Bathurst CBD and there is a swimming pool, a restaurant and bar and off street parking.
Facilities:
Bar
Family Rooms
Free Wifi
On Site Parking
Restaurant
Swimming Pool
Location: 51 Durham St, Bathurst, New South Wales 2795 Australia
Phone: 0263312666
Email:
[email protected]
Website: panoramabathurst.com.au
Photos From Panorama Bathurst on Facebook
PLACES TO EAT
ANNIE’S OLD FASHIONED ICE CREAM PARLOUR
This Ice Cream parlour, all of which is made in house, looks like something out of the 1950′s with its pink walls, booths, duke boxes and vintage posters of Elvis Presley and Marilyn Monroe. The most popular flavour is Sofala Gold, but all of the flavours are good.
Cuisine: Ice Cream
Opening Hours
Monday To Wednesday: 9:00AM - 5:30PM
Thursday To Friday: 9:00AM - 9:00PM
Saturday: 10:00AM - 9:00PM
Sunday: 11:00AM - 5:30PM
Location: 82/26 George St, Bathurst NSW 2795
Phone: 0263318088
Website: anniesicecream.com.au
CHURCH BAR
Located in a former Anglican School House, this bar serves the best woodfired pizzas in town as well as variety of alcoholic beverages. The Church Bar is extremely popular and you will need a booking if you plan to go on a Friday or the Weekend.
Cuisine: Pizza
Opening Hours: 12:00PM - Late
Location: Church Bar I Ribbon Gang Lane, Bathurst NSW 2795
Phone: 0263342300
Email:
[email protected]
Website: churchbar.com.au
First two photos from Church Bar + Woodfired Pizza on Facebook
DOGWOOD BX
This American themed restaurant serves everything you would expect to find a true American diner such as buffalo wings, mac n cheese, southern fried chicken and more.
Cuisine: American
Opening Hours
Monday To Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday To Thursday: 5:00PM - 8:30PM
Friday To Saturday: 5:00PM - 9:00PM
Sunday: 12:00PM - 5:00PM
Location: 87 Keppel St, Bathurst NSW 2795
Phone: 0263312410
Website: dogwoodbx.com.au
Photos from Dogwood, BX on Facebook
EL GUAPO CANTINA
A classic Tex - Mex restaurant, El Guapo Cantina also have a restaurant in Neutral Bay.
Cuisine: Mexican
Opening Hours
Lunch: 12:00AM - 3:00PM - Closed Monday And Tuesday
Dinner: 5:00PM - 9:00PM - Closed Monday
Location: 49 Keppel St, Bathurst NSW 2795
Phone: 1300548276
Website: elguapo.com.au
Photos from El Guapo Cantina on Facebook
PICCOLO’S ON WILLIAM
Serves the best coffee in town as well as juices and smoothies. They also do an all day breakfast as well as other delicious meals. The cakes are to die for, they are made by a local woman who delivers them fresh to the cafe daily.
Cuisine: Cafe
Opening Hours: 7:00AM - 3:00PM
Location: 4/40 William St, Bathurst NSW 2795, Australia
Phone: 0263319955
Website: piccolosonwilliam.com.au
Photos from Piccolo’s On William on Facebook
SWEET CARAMEL
This cafe and patisserie serves both Thai Food and desserts such as cakes and waffles. They also do a high tea which is $45.00 per person.
Cuisine: Thai And Dessert
Opening Hours: 9:00AM - 3:00PM - Closed Mondays
Location: 185 George St, Bathurst NSW, Australia
Phone: 0263310535
Email:
[email protected]
Photos from Sweet Caramel Cafe & Patisserie By Marissa & Pom on Facebook
SHOPPING
BAKE, TABLE AND TEA
This cute little kitchenware shop also has a cafe which serves coffee and cake and small meals.
Opening Hours
Monday To Friday: 8:00AM - 5:30PM
Saturday: 8:00AM - 3:30PM
Sunday: Closed
Location: 76, George St, Bathurst NSW 2795
Phone: 0263245422
Email:
[email protected]
Website: baketableandtea.com.au
Photos from Bake, Table & Tea on Facebook
DEJORJA & CO
Dejorja & Co consists of three businesses under one roof, Dejorja Boutique & Homewares which sells beautiful clothing and homewares, Florence Grace Floristry and The Crows Nest Cafe which uses fresh produce. There is a little farm with chickens out the back near the cafe courtyard.
Opening Hours
Monday To Friday: 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Saturday: 9:00AM - 2:00PM
Sunday: 10:00AM - 2:00PM
Location: 37 Keppel St, Bathurst NSW 2795
Phone: 0263315554
Email:
[email protected]
All but the last photo from Dejorja on Facebook
ECLECTIC COLOUR
This small family run store sells a variety of unique gifts, homewares and furniture. Some items are new while some a second hand and will only be available once so if you see something you like thats second hand, make sure to grab it before it goes.
Opening Hours
Monday To Thursday: 10:00AM - 4:00PM
Friday To Saturday: 10:00AM - 2:00PM
Sunday: Closed
Location: 57 Keppel St, Bathurst NSW 2795
Email:
[email protected]
Website: eclecticcolour.com
Photos from Eclectic Colour on Facebook
ENID’S EMPORIUM
Enid’s Emporium is a teddy bear and giftware shop with a focus on toys and other items for children and babies.
Opening Hours
Monday To Friday: 9:30AM - 5:00PM
Saturday: 9:30AM - 2:00PM
Sunday: Closed
Location: 43 Keppel Street, Bathurst NSW 2795
Phone: 0263316818
Email:
[email protected]
Website: enidsemporium.com
Photos from Enid’s Emporium on Facebook
GORGEOUSNESS HOME
A boutique homeware store which also sells clothes, shoes and accessories.
Opening Hours
Monday To Friday: 10:00AM - 5:00PM
Saturday To Sunday: 10:00AM - 2:30PM
Location: 116 - 120 William St, Bathurst NSW, 2795
Phone: 0263323474
Email:
[email protected]
Website: gorgeousnesshome.com.au
GORGEOUSNESS BOUTIQUE
A clothing boutique and sister store to Gorgeousness Home
Opening Hours
Monday To Friday: 10:00AM - 5:00PM
Saturday To Sunday: 10:00AM - 2:30PM
Location: 124 William St, Bathurst NSW 2795
Phone: 0263326333
Email:
[email protected]
Website: gorgeousnessboutique.com.au
Photos from Gorgeousness on Facebook
LOVE DAPHNE
Love Daphne is a small vintage boutique that sells clothing inspired by the 1940′s and 1950′s.
Opening Hours
Moday To Friday: 10:00AM - 5:00PM
Saturday: 10:00AM - 2:00PM
Sunday: Closed
Location: 105 George St, Bathurst NSW
Phone: 0263316703
Email:
[email protected]
Website: lovedaphne.com.au
Photos from Love Daphne on Facebook
THINGS TO DO
ABERCROMBIE KARST CONSERVATION RESERVE
There is much to see in the Abercrombie Karst Conservation Reserve, most notably Abercrombie Caves which boasts the largest national arch in the southern hemisphere as well as several other grand and richly decorated caves. You can spend the night at the campground or the cosy cabins at Arch Cottage. Dont miss Mount Gray walking track where you can see historical relics of an old gold mining community from the 1880′s or the Grove Creek Falls. Note the price below is for self guided tours only. The guided tours cost more, call the park for prices.
Admission:
Adult: $20.00
Opening Hours
Thursday To Monday: 9:00AM - 4:00PM
Tuesday To Wednesday: Closed
Location: Cave Rd Abercrombie River, Bathurst NSW 2795
Phone: 1300072757
Photos From nationalpark.nsw.gov.au
ABERCROMBIE HOUSE
This heritage treasure which doubles a private home for the Morgan family is open to the public to explore and provides guided tours. The 50 room Scottish - baronial mansion built in the 1870′s contains exhibitions, displays, collections, grounds and gardens, outbuildings and property walks around 18 hectares. When the house was built in the 1870′s it was owned by the Stewart Family who were Bathurst pioneers, in 1968 the house was purchased by Rex Morgan and restoration work has taken place ever since. Concerts, themed days and high tea days take place throughout the year.
Admission
Adult: $15.00
Concession: $10.00
Child Under 14: $5.00
Infants: Free
Opening Hours
Monday To Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday To Friday: 10:00AM - 4:00PM
Saturday To Sunday: 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Location: 311 Ophir Rd, Bathurst NSW
Phone: 0263314929
Email:
[email protected]
Website: abercrombiehouse.com.au
AUSTRALIAN FOSSIL & MINERAL MUSEUM
Housed in an 1876 former public school is the Australian Fossil & Mineral Museum, home to the internationally renowned Somerville collection, the lifetime work of Warren Somerville. The collection contains more than 5,000 of some of the rarest and most exquisite mineral crystals and fossils from around the world. The main exhibition is the Tyrannosaurus Rex skeleton.
Admission
Adult: $15.00
Concession: $10.00
Child Under 12: $7.00
Infant: Free
Opening Hours
Thursday To Tuesday: 9:00AM - 4:30PM
Wednesday: Closed
Location: 224 Howick St, Bathurst NSW 2795
Phone: 0263382860
Email:
[email protected]
BATHURST GOLDFIELDS
Bathurst has a long history with gold mining, the first gold to be discovered in Australia was found in Bathurst in 1823 by James McBrien. Bathurst Goldfields on Mount Panorama provides public tours during school holidays which allow you to try gold panning, see a blacksmith at work and explore the outdoor museum. Bathurst Goldfields also offer accomodation and a souvenir shop.
Admission
Adult: $20.00
Child Under 12: $10.00
Child Under 5: Free
Opening Hours
Tours
Only Run During School Holidays
Monday To Friday: 1:00PM - 3:00PM
Saturday To Sunday: Closed
Souvenir Shop:
Location: 428 Conrod Straight, Mount Panorama, Bathurst NSW 2795
Phone: 0263322022
Website: bathurstgoldfields.com.au
Photos from Bathurst Goldfields - Education Centre on Facebook
BATHURST REGIONAL ART GALLERY (BRAG)
Bathurst Regional Art Gallery’s exhibition program includes surveys of local artists, like Mandurrama based Mandy Martin and Hill End based Luke Sciberras. BRAG’s permanent collection of over 2,000 works is valued in excess of $11million. BRAG also has touring exhibitions such as AGNSW’s Brett Whiteley: West Of The Divide, Jam Factory’s Glass and Wiradjuri artist Johnathan Jones’ guwiinyguliya yirgabiyi ngay.
Admission: Free
Opening Hours
Monday: Closed
Tuesday To Saturday: 10:00AM - 5:00PM
Sunday: 11:00AM - 2:00PM
Location: 70 - 78 Keppel St, Bathurst NSW
Phone: 0263336555
Email:
[email protected]
Website: bathurstart.com.au
Photos from Bathurst Regional Art Gallery on Facebook
MOUNT PANORAMA
Mount Panorama Racing Circuit is Bathurst’s main attraction, famous worldwide for hosting several major events on the Australian and International motor sporting calendar. When there are no motor sporting events taking place, you are able to drive around the circuit, be aware that the road is a public road and as such the New South Wales road rules apply. There are camera’s along the circuit and police regularly patrol the circuit.
Admission: Free
Opening Hours
Monday To Friday: 8:30AM - 4:45PM
Saturday To Sunday: Closed
Location: Mountain Straight, Mount Panorama, Bathurst NSW 2795
Phone: 0263336100
Website: mount-panorama.com.au
Photos from Mount Panorama Circuit on Facebook
EVENTS
RELIANCE BANK ROYAL BATHURST SHOW
Long regarded at the best Royal Show west of Sydney, the Reliance Bank Royal Bathurst Show is run by the Bathurst Agricultural, Horticultural and Pastoral Association and has seen an average annual attendance of more than 20,000 people. Things to see and do include market stalls, food trucks, rides and amusements, face painting as well as shows and competitions.
Month: April
Admission
Adult: $28.00
Concession: $21.00
Child Under 16: $14.00
Child Under 6: Free
Location: Kendall Av, Bathurst NSW 2795
Phone: 0263313175
Email:
[email protected]
Website: bathurstshow.com.au
Photos from Royal Bathurst Show on Facebook
BATHURST WINTER FESTIVAL
Each Year, the locals of Bathurst welcome and embrace the icy cold winter with the Bathurst Winter Festival. There is much to do and see such as skating around the McDonald’s Bathurst Ice Rink, browsing the bustling markets, having a ride on the giant ferris wheel and jamming to live music in the Winter Playground. Be sure to also check out the building illuminations, Kaleidoscope mirror maze and the Asteroids multi - player illumination game. There are also feature events such as foodie events, movie afternoons, days filled with kids entertainment, accessibility day and even a day for pets.
Month: July
Admission: Free
Opening Hours: 9:00AM - 9:00PM
Location: 160 Russell St, Bathurst NSW 2795
Phone: 0263336111
Website: bathurstwinterfestival.com.au
Photos from Bathurst Winter Festival on Facebook
SPRING SPECTACULAR
Like the Winter festival but for spring, the Spring Spectacular features market stalls and displays, live music and open gardens.
Month: October
Admission: Free
Opening Hours: 9:30AM - 5:00PM
Location: Bathurst, NSW 2795
Phone: 0499049299
Email:
[email protected]
Website: bathurstgardenclub.org.au
Photos from The Bathurst Gardeners’ Club Spring Spectacular on Facebook
BATHURST OUTDOOR EXPO AND CHRISTMAS MARKETS
Bathurst’s Outdoor Expo And Christmas Markets is an annual event which has been running for over 20 years. Held at the Bathurst Showground, there is something here to please everyone, three beautiful pavilions are packed with stalls selling a variety of things such as jewellery, home wares, gift wares, toys, books, crafts, beauty products, clothing and more. Outside is a variety of food and market stalls, entertainment and children’s rides.
Month: November
Admission
Adults: $5.00
Child Under 10: Free
Opening Hours: 9:00AM - 4:00PM
Location: Bathurst Showground, Bathurst NSW 2795
Phone: 0407489634
Website: bathurstbiggestexpo.com
Photos from bathurstbiggestexpo.com
ABERCROMBIE HOUSE HIGH TEA
Enjoy tasting plates filled with scrumptious savoury and sweet treats and sip tea or coffee while elegant live classical Celtic harp music plays in the background. The main rooms and gardens are open to explore so be sure to check them out once you’ve filled yourself to the brim with pastries and sweets.
Month:
January
April
May
June
July
September
October
December
Admission
Adult: $55.00
Senior: $50.00
Child Under 14: $40.00
Opening Hours
Sunday: 2:30PM - 4:30PM
Location: 311 Ophir Rd, Bathurst NSW
Phone: 0263314929
Email:
[email protected]
Website: abercrombiehouse.com.au
Photos from Abercrombie House on Facebook
LIQUI - MOLY BATHURST 12 HOUR
By far, Bathurst most famous annual event is the Liqui - Moly Bathurst 12 Hour car race that take place on Mount Panorama, where the world’s best GT3 teams and drivers race around the circuit to the finish line.
Month: February
Admission: Check Website
Location: Mountain Straight, Mount Panorama, Bathurst NSW 2795
Email:
[email protected]
Website: bathurst12hour.com.au
Photos from Bathurst 12 Hour on Facebook
RIVERSIDE MARKETS
Small but quaint markets that has a range of stalls selling unique handicraft items such as clothing, accessories, candles and beauty products, home wares and more. The Lions Club BBQ offer drinks and hot food and there is a kids playground.
Month: Monthly Event
Admission: Free
Opening Hours: 9:00AM - 1:00PM
Location: Lions Club Dr, Kelso Bathurst NSW 2795
Phone: 0263371203
Email:
[email protected]
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