You might come for the Taronga Western Plains Zoo and its 4,000 lovable residents, but there are plenty of reasons you’ll want to linger longer in the Dubbo region. Like the world-class stargazing, the stunning caves, the watery wonderland that is Lake Burrendong – or just the old-fashioned country welcome you’ll receive in the ‘City of Smiles’.
Dubbo is the perfect destination for families, with a fun mix of outdoor adventures, interactive history and plenty of animals. Find out how to spend three days in this busy regional centre.
Discover adventure in Dubbo & The Great Western Plains
Discover adventure in Dubbo & The Great Western Plains
Take a walk on the wild side in Dubbo. From getting up close and personal with new friends at the famous Taronga Western Plains Zoo, to breathtaking National Parks and limestone caves, there are amazing natural adventures to explore.
Stargazing & storytelling
Road trip
Stargazing & storytelling
Weave your way through Central and Outback NSW, through historic towns and spellbinding landscapes, following luminous night skies and traditional Dreamtime stories, on this four-day road trip.