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Things to do!
Plan to stay a few days in Armidale and soak up some of the rich history from the early days of European settlement. The city and surrounds are graced with elegant cathedrals, churches and pastoral homesteads such as Saumarez and Booloominbah, historic monuments, heritage buildings and fascinating museums and galleries. The New England Regional Art museum houses the Hinton and Coventry collections which are the envy of national institutions. The Aboriginal Cultural Centre and Keeping Place features indigenous art, craft and artefacts.
There is always something happening in Armidale, from concerts, plays, and workshops, to live music in hotels. There are many sporting events, markets, artistic and cultural festivals, and spring and autumn open garden viewings.
Just over an hour drive north of Armidale you can discover Glen Innes. Wander through the History House Museum, Visit the eerie yet spectacular Australian Standing Stones, pan for your own treasure of Sapphire, Topaz, Emerald and Quartz crystal or try your luck at luring a Murray Cod or Rainbow trout.
Head South on the New England Highway for an hour and 10 mins to reach Tamworth. Enjoy the scenery of the Botanical Gardens, “Walk a Country Mile” then explore the Golden Guitar and Country Music Foundation Museum – a must for all country music enthusiast. On your return trip back to Armidale stop at “Banalasta”. Experience a high altitude vineyard, taste the wine and view a eucalyptus and lavender oil plantation.
Armidale is the city of all seasons.
Spring. Armidale's cool climate gardens will burst into a riot of colour after the long hush of winter.
Summer. Escape the humidity and relax in our cooler high country air.
Autumn. Spectacular array of Autumn colours dominate the european feel of the area.
Winter. Experience something different. Feel invigorated and alive. Find a cosy spot next to an open fire in our Restaurant or visit one of our many hotels or Restaurants. And there is always the possibility of snow.
Other outdoor activities include:
Abseiling - Experience abseiling in the area’s remote, spectacular gorge country.
Fly fishing - Why not try fly fishing on the New England Waterways.
Heritage Walk and Drive - Both the drive and the walk offer an interesting insight into the town and surrounds of Armidale.
Scenic tourist drives - Signposted drives that take in the region’s village, pastoral scenes and national parks.
Golf - A well presented picturesque 18 hole course with full club facilities.
Helicopter Flights - "Free your wild side". Possibly the best gorge experience available.
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