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Armidale Attractions - Things to do
Join the FREE Heritage Tour, a delightful two and a half hour guided tour of Armidale. View the historical background of the city and viewing heritage buildings, cultural places, special gardens, schools and the university. The tour departs daily from Visitor Information Centre at 10.00am and you will need to make a booking. http://www.armidaletourism.com.au/tours2.asp?tourcode=5544
Venture out of Armidale into the surround National Parks that are located no more than one hours drive from the city offer some of the best bushwalking, swimming, trout fishing, white water rafting, abseiling and bird watching available. With easy access, your level of fitness is not an issue. Closest to Armidale is the Oxley Wild Rivers National Park which has some of the most spectacular gorges and waterfalls in Australia and is located only 20 minutes from Armidale. Wollomombi Gorge has the second highest waterfall in the Southern Hemisphere and is only 30 minutes from town. One hour east of town is Cathedral Rock National Park is worth a visit for its spectacular walks. If you are looking for something more rugged and wild, then New England National Park is the one for you. Walk among Snowgums, Banksia and Antarctic Beech forest with beautiful views on a clear day are purely awe-inspiring. http://www.armidaletourism.com.au/search_all.asp?code=561&codedesc=National%20Parks
The Aboriginal Culture Centre and Keeping Place is a must see for the whole family. Cultural tours are available with a range of aboriginal cultural activities such as painting, boomerang throwing and making objects with Aboriginal tools. The Gallery has traditional aboriginal paintings and hosts a selling exhibition monthly of local aboriginal artists. The Centre also has an interactive corner for children, historical and research rooms. A local heroes’ display, bush tucker walk and an archaeological section will keep the family entertained. If you are interested in taking home a souvenir of your visit, the gift shop has a range of Aboriginal artefacts and gifts. http://www.acckp.com.au/
Mount Yarrowyck Nature Reserve and Rock Art Site is a chance to mix the Australian outdoors and culture in one place. Located in the traditional territory of the Anaiwan (a local Aboriginal tribe), it is only 30km west of Armidale. A significant landmark of Aboriginal cultural heritage, this 3km loop walk takes you past the rock art site. With barbeques, tables and toilet facilities, why not pack a picnic or barbecue lunch and make a day of it. http://www.armidaletourism.com.au/search_result1.asp?code=17525
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