Goulburn, NSW
Welcome to the Goulburn District
A part of quintessential Australia, etched in history, a blend of pristine nature and city vitality.
Take a leisurely diversion off the highway and uncover the myriad treasures hiding in this thriving rural gem. The district has diversity unexpected, with a range of experiences to suit your taste.
Unearth the heritage of Australias first inland city – rich in tales of our nation’s pioneers and incredible escapades of the infamous. Architecture and bush settlements showcase the district’s pride and personality.
From the dreamtime to the present, escape the hustle and hassle for a breath of fresh air – quintessential country living on your doorstep.
From its intimate country feel, Goulburn has bloomed into the city of celebration – of festivals overflowing through the district, reflecting the bountiful seasons and the many moods they grow. Be warmed by a classic winter, or over indulge in blues. Take in the flavour and aroma of spring, or be part of the ages of heritage and jazz – whatever your desires, the Goulburn District will charm.
Make sure you touch the country around us – along the paths of the bushrangers through Gunning Shire, to the natural diversity of Mulwaree Shire – rolls of grazing land, the jagged ruggedness of Bungonia and the Shoalhaven, and the cavernous beauty of Wombeyan.
Scenic Crookwell offers peaceful cool-climate gardens and crisp sweet air – the top of the tablelands. Or take a deep breath and feel the adrenalin of the district’s action – its up to you, but remember to….expect the
unexpected.
We’re perfectly positioned –
- Only 2 hours from Sydney city
- Less than an hour from Canberra, and
- Just over an hour to the coast
Nearest Airport: Canberra
Goulburn Map
Experiences
- Caravan and Camping
- Farm/Station
- Homestay
- Romance
- City
- Rural/Country
- Cultural
- Environmental
- Historic/Heritage
- Honeymoon
- Indulgence/Luxury
- Nature based
- Relaxation
- Soft Adventure
Popular Activities
- Off Road Driving
- Abseiling
- Mountain Biking
- Bird Watching
- Bush Walking
- Canoeing
- City Sightseeing
- Rock Climbing
- Cycling
- Driving
- Golfing
- Horse Riding
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Swimming
- Wine Tasting
- National Park
- Winery
- Adventure
- Fishing
- Nightlife
- Science and Technology
- Wilderness
- Wildlife
- Fishing - Game
- Fishing - Trout/Fly
- Caving
- Hang Gliding
About Goulburn
- Locality: Major urban locality
- Goulburn Postcode: 2580
- State: New South Wales
- Region: Country NSW
- Latitude: -34.75535
- Longitude: 149.71782
- Elevation: 641m
- Population: 22419
- Median Income: $32500
- Area (Sq/km): 55.576
- Timezone: Australia/Sydney
Accommodation In Goulburn
Discover some of the accommodation in and around Goulburn
- A Best Western Centretown Goulburn
- A Trappers Motor Inn
- Alpine Heritage Motel
- Barmic Homestead
- Bentley Lodge Goulburn
- Coolavin Hotel
- Country Home Motel
- Exchange Hotel
- Gordon Hotel
- Goulburn Central Motor Lodge
- Goulburn Heritage Lodge
- Goulburn South Caravan Park
- Goulburn TAFE Residential Accommodation – Chisholm Residence
- Governors Hill Carapark
- Governors Hill Motel
- Hillview Motel
- Historic Lansdowne Park Farm Stay and Vineyard
- Lilac City Motor Inn
- Mandelson’s of Goulburn
- Old Goulburn Brewery Hotel
- Parkhaven Motel
- Pelican Sheep Station
- Posthouse Motor Lodge
- Tarlo Ridge Bed & Breakfast
- Wakefield Park
- Willows Motel