Wagga Wagga, NSW’s largest and fastest growing inland city with over 60,000 residents is a thriving, innovative city nestled on the banks of the Murrumbidgee. There’s always something on in Wagga Wagga...
The City hosts more than 400 events every year from the Annual Wagga Wagga Food and Wine Festival, Wagga Wagga Jazz and Blues Festival to the magnificent Gold Cup Festival – there’s never a dull moment.
It’s not unusual for the City to host national events as Wagga Wagga’s location makes it easily accessible to more than 75% of Australia’s population.
Speaking of location, Wagga Wagga is the perfect base for exploring the Riverina and surrounding regions and an easy drive takes you to other undiscovered gems like Junee, Lockhart, Coolamon and Temora.
Stroll the wonderful parks and gardens, cycle the “bikeways”, take a nature walk along the banks of the Murrumbidgee or an outing to one of the speciality markets. Awaken your artistic side and visit the Museums, Art Galleries and Theatres – from traditional to contemporary there is something for everyone….be tempted…pay us a visit…then come back again and again.
Food & Wine
Wagga Wagga’s cosmopolitan culture is reflected in a wonderful variety of food and wine experiences.
Whether you’re after a meal to remember or a quick bite, Wagga Wagga has it on the menu. From fine dining at award-winning restaurants to laid-back lunches at groovy courtyard cafes, there are plenty of options available to satisfy your tastes and budget.
Just 10 minutes out of Wagga Wagga, you’ll find the Quinty Bakehouse, famous for its organic and sourdough breads, homemade gelato and gourmet pies.
Sample Wagga Wagga’s top drops at one of our wineries or cellar doors. The region’s temperate climate and diverse terrain makes it ideal for producing classic white and red as well as interesting Spanish and Italian varieties. Home to more than 12 boutique wineries, you’ll be impressed by the innovative winemaking techniques, unique vintages and country hospitality on offer.
If you prefer your sight seeing in the great outdoors, make Wagga Wagga’s natural environment your holiday playground. For keen anglers, the Murrumbidgee River is an ideal habitat for the fish species native to the Murray Darling Basin.
Whether fishing from bank or boat, you will have plenty of choice in the region and an excellent chance of landing a fish such as a hard fighting golden perch. Lake Albert is well stocked with native fish, and offers anglers an alternative to the River.
Livingstone National Park and State Conservation Area is located 30 km south of Wagga Wagga and 10km east of Mangoplah. 60 plant species of native flora have been recorded and 126 native fauna species have also been recorded in the park. The reserve is located within Wiradjuri Country and forms part of a wider landscape that is central to Aboriginal spirituality and identify.
From traditional to contemporary, there is something to suite the tastes of all arts and culture enthusiasts in Wagga Wagga. With its art galleries, including the Art Glass Gallery, housing the National Art Glass Collection, two museums, three theatres, two outdoor amphitheatres, the diversity is unparalleled in regional Australia.
For a cultural journey, try one of Wagga Wagga’s heritage walks. There are two to choose from each winding around significant buildings and sites in the City.
Tiptoe through the Gardens
The City is renowned for its stunning parks and award-winning gardens. The Botanic Gardens is a must see with its 20 hectares of themed gardens beds, zoo and aviary.
A visit to Wagga Wagga wouldn’t be complete without a leisurely stroll around the beautiful tree-shaded Collins Park and the historic Victory Memorial Gardens.
Experience Wagga Wagga’s bustling atmosphere by hitting the shops! The City is a major service centre for the Riverina region and features shops ranging from national retailers to locally-owned speciality stores.
There are two shopping malls in the central CBD and a large variety of shops located in Baylis and Fitzmaurice Streets.
You will be pleasantly surprised by what you’ll find on offer in Wagga Wagga!
Looking for activities to keep the children amused? There’s a stack of fun stuff to do for the young and young at heart.
Try Pitch and Putt at the Wiradjuri Golf Centre on the 18 hole, par-three golf course or give the driving range a shot. Soak up the sounds, sights and smells at one of Australia’s largest livestock centres – the Wagga Wagga Livestock Marketing Centre – its doors are open to the public on sale days Monday and Thursday.
Enjoy the fun and excitement of go-kart racing at Rev Arena (height and age limits apply) or jump on board the miniature train at the Botanic Gardens.
The City’s geographical location makes it an excellent launching pad for day trips to surrounding areas. Whether you like exploring quaint townships or enjoy something a little faster paced, you can find it all within an easy drive of Wagga Wagga.
The neighbouring towns of Coolamon, Junee and Lockhart each have a distinctive character and attractions.
For some mountain magic, why not travel to the towns of Tumut and Tumbarumba?
You can also travel along the road to Gundagai where you’ll find the Dog on the Tuckerbox – one of Australia’s best-known monuments.
For an adrenalin rush, take to the skies with a tandem skydive at Temora. The town is also home to the Temora Aviation Museum; its collection of historic aircraft is one of Australia’s finests.
Wagga Wagga has a sensational and ever changing line up of colourful, creative and quirky events.
Visit our website www.visitwaggawagga.com for our full calendar of events.
January
Australia Day Celebrations
February
Twilight by the Lagoon
March
Wagga Wagga Food and Wine Festival
April
Wagga Wagga HomeXpo, Lifestile and Outdoor Adventure Show
May
Wagga Wagga Gold Cup Festival
June
Veteran, Vintage and Classic Car Rally
July
Swap Meet
August
Wagga Wagga Trail Marathon
September
Wagga Wagga Jazz and Blues Festival
October
Wagga Wagga Garden and Outdoor Festival
November
Children’s Medical Research Institute Christmas Fair
December
Carols by Candlelight
For further information contact:
Wagga Wagga Visitor Information Centre
Tarcutta Street
Wagga Wagga NSW 2650
Email: visitors@wagga.nsw.gov.au
Phone: 1300 100 122
Website: www.visitwaggawagga.com
