About Bathurst
Getting to Bathurst
The region is till very much open for business, and there are some spectacular way to get here ‘Other Ways to the West’
Advice
Details of diversions for general traffic and heavy vehicles are available at LiveTraffic.com and Transport for NSW will continue to provide updates as the situation evolves. Road users can view the incident details at https://www.livetraffic.com/incident-details/267022 and, if using the LiveTraffic app on a smart device, can select the incident and click ’follow’ to receive a notification every time the incident is updated with new information.
If there is one thing you can expect from Bathurst it’s the unexpected.
A city of surprises, it’s a historical town brought right up to the moment by the people who live and work here. It’s also a city of contrasts, from the heritage listed buildings and grand historical mansions to quirky bars and restaurants, modern accommodation and a host of arts, crafts and music events in the surrounding areas guaranteed to delight.
With settlement spanning back to before the Gold Rush era and a rich Aboriginal history before that, you may surprised to find that Bathurst is as culturally fascinating now as it ever was. The city is also a university town – Charles Sturt Uni helping this historic NSW town stay relevant and move forward with edgy optimism and youthful exuberance. Mixing the new and exciting with its heritage is what Bathurst is all about – there truly is something for everyone here.
Bathurst Fast Facts
Regional Facts
Climate + Terrain
Average temperatures
Summer Min 12.7°C Max 27°C
Winter Min 1°C Max 12°C
Average Rainfall
Bathurst area 634mm per annum
Elevation (meters above sea level)
Bathurst – 670.27m
Mount Horrible – 1204m
Mount Panorama – 871m
Mount Ovens – 1276m
Mount Tennyson – 1152m
Area
Bathurst City – 239.64sq kms
Longitude & Latitude – e149° 39.1m s 33°24.6m
Bathurst Visitor Information Centre
Make the Bathurst Visitor Information Centre your first stop when exploring the region.
Our friendly team of local experts can help you discover the best of Bathurst, from iconic attractions and hidden gems to current events, scenic drives, food and wine experiences, and personalised itinerary recommendations. Whether you’re staying for a few hours or a few days, we’ll help you make the most of your visit.
Browse our range of locally made gifts, regional produce, maps, brochures and visitor information before heading out to explore everything the Bathurst region has to offer.
Bathurst Visitor Information Centre
1 Kendall Avenue, Bathurst NSW 2795
(02) 6332 1444/1800 68 1000
visitors@bathurst.nsw.gov.au
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Four Stunning Seasons
One of Bathurst’s defining characteristics is its four distinct seasons, each of which is celebrated in unique and fun ways through events and nods to the region’s past and long standing traditions. Discover what you can experience in each season with annual signature events and appropriately themed activities below.