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The award winning National Opal Collection is one of Australia's most fascinating tourist attractions. Not only does it have a huge array of opals and jewellery for sale, but it also shows how opals came to be formed over millions of years and how they are mined today.
As you enter you are taken through time from the dinosaur age to modern day opal production. Exhibits show how on rare occasions the bones of prehistoric creatures can become opalised. One of the features of the display is the 2....National Opal Collection
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Nativity House is the only Christmas Museum in Australia. It displays 600 nativity scenes (cribs) from 60 countries. The materials used are unique to each country and includes silk, gold, wood, ebony, maize leaves, straw, wood, shavings, embroideries, plaster, terracotta, clay, turtle shell, glass, crystal, gold and silver.
Other displays include antique Christmas cards, handcrafts and paintings after old masters.
A unique multicultural Christmas celebrations which shows the true meaning of...Nativity House Christmas Museum Gallery
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The park is part of Sydney Harbour National Park with outstanding views of the harbour. Neilsen Park has the right mix of open space and shady reserves, as well as one of the best beaches on Sydney Harbour - Shark Beach - which is a great spot for snorkelling and swimming. The park has a long tradition as a favourite family beach and picnic area in the Eastern Suburbs.
Neilsen Park is part of the Rose Bay to Watsons Bay Walk.
The Park was established as a public reserve in 1911, thanks to the ...Neilsen Park
Sydney Suburbs
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The completion of the Nepean Dam in 1935 concluded the development of the Upper Nepean catchment. The Dam still supplies Sydney, via Prospect Reservoir, as well as the townships of Bargo, Picton, Tahmoor, Thirlmere and The Oaks. However, it is now also connected to the Avon Dam to supplement water supplies for the Illawarra Region and can receive additional water from the Shoalhaven Scheme. The 81 metre high dam holds water from a 320 square kilometre catchment, forming a lake of 325 hectares w...Nepean Dam
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Sydney’s north shore has attracted people for years with its picturesque views and stunning heritage buildings. The North Shore Historical Society has developed a series of walks to explore the natural and architectural beauty of the area.Neutral Bay Post Office to Cremorne and Military Road Heritage Walk
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Sydney's picturesque family hotel on the shores of Pittwater. Since 1880, the Newport Arms has been a landmark for those who appreciate the
best Sydney has to offer and is home to Australia's largest waterfront beergarden. Nestled on the shores of Pittwater, this is the prefect location to meet
withfriends and family whilst overlooking the scenic splendour of Bayview, Church Point, Scotland Island and the Kuringai National Park.
The Newport Arms is a dynamic entertainment venue which really d...Newport Arms Hotel
Sydney Suburbs
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Newtown Theatre presents a wide range of programs throughout the year, including Short+ Sweet, the biggest festival of ten minute theatre in the world. The festival has already helped launch the careers of countess theatre professionals.
For more information visit: www.shortandsweet.org
Other upcoming performances at the Newtown Theatre include:
BONDI DREAMING
'A brand new thought provoking play providing a touching and emotional
insight into male bonding and mateship, situated in an Indonesi...Newtown Theatre
Sydney Suburbs
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Australia's first University Museum, and the largest public collection of archaeological artefacts in the country, featuring objects from ancient Egypt, Greece, Italy, Cyprus, the Middle East and northern Europe; ranging from mummies, Roman sculptures and Greek vases.
The Museum was founded in 1860 by Sir Charles Nicholson and has on display the following collections:
The Near Eastern Collection contains artefacts from modern day Israel, Syria, Turkey, Iran and Iraq. The material ranges in da...Nicholson Museum
Sydney Suburbs
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Overlooking internationally renowned absolute waterfront locations, providing natural entertainment from their surrounds. Indulge in succulent ala carte menus offering seafood, steak, chargrills, decadent desserts and cocktails, fine wines and local and international beers.Nicks Bar and Grill
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Surf-lifesavers, sea breezes and sand between the toes: Nick’s Bondi Beach Pavilion offers a casually elegant restaurant with a menu featuring an exciting reflection of the best Australia has to offer, whilst presenting the very best beachside views.
Fresh Sydney oysters, shucked to order; Nick’s famous platters with a twist; as well as a range of top Australian beef and the full range of fresh fish, and shellfish; either simply grilled or as specials offered by the creative chefs.
Located on...Nicks Bondi Beach Pavilion
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Balmain is one of Sydney’s oldest working class suburbs. And while the area is more affluent these days, the pubs that grace many a street corner have retained their traditional facades, friendly atmosphere, and emphasis on good times. These big old pubs personify nightlife in Balmain and nearby Rozelle.
They’re also great places for live entertainment. Pubs like The Cat and Fiddle, the Exchange Hotel, The Monkey Bar, the Bridge Hotel and the Unity Hall support a healthy jazz, blues and rock s...Nightlife in Balmain
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Sometimes gritty, sometimes sleek, never boring and always awake, the inner city enclave of Darlinghurst is a fine place to spend 24 consecutive hours. It’s also the hub of Sydney’s large gay community, and especially interesting around Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras time and long weekends when people pour out of dance parties and onto Oxford Street for ‘recovery’ activities.
Ease your way into the evening with cocktail or fine ale on the ground floor of the stylish Burdekin Hotel. It’s a good pla...Nightlife in Darlinghurst
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You can’t go past the enigmatic Kings Cross for a big night out in Sydney. ‘The Cross’ - Australia's best known entertainment district - never sleeps, working around the clock to live up to its long heritage as a colourful, energetic and sometimes madcap hub of pubs, clubs, bars, dance venues, theatre, cabaret and adult entertainment, complimented by a smorgasbord of some of Sydney’s best known restaurants and cafes.
While it’s easy to stay up late at ‘The Cross’ it’s much harder choosing wher...Nightlife in Kings Cross
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Nikos, a modern Mediterranean/Australian restaurant at Bondi Beach. Proudly showcasing fresh and local produce matched with some great Australian wines and specialising in a selection of shared plates in a rustic, bistro style atmosphere.Nikos Restaurant
Sydney Suburbs
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We know a place where you can go for history, fine food, fashion and health & beauty. No.1 Martin Place, the former GPO built in 1874, is now one of Sydney’s culinary hot spots. With 15 bars, restaurants and cafes in one location, you will be spoilt for choice. Make sure you experience the grandeur of this beautifully restored building on your next visit to Sydney.
Facts and Figures
- No.1 Martin Place has glimpses of an age long gone, in the brick and stone vaults beneath the grand old Gene...No1 Martin Place
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Simple Italian fare at the beach run by well known chef Robert Marchetti. The restaurant seats 120 with an outside dining area. Italian favourites include
antipasti, pasta, panini, carpaccio and frutti di mare. Bright, modern décor and clean bare tables. No bookings are accepted.North Bondi Italian
Sydney Suburbs
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The North Bondi RSL is located at the north end of Bondi Beach, just seconds from the water. Visitors are welcome to the RSL’s bistro and bar, can enjoy great entertainment, meet the friendly staff and take in the best view in Bondi.
Stroll off the beach, come in and unwind with friends.North Bondi RSL
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North Head is one of Sydney’s most spectacular landmarks, an area of pristine bushland dotted with institutional uses such as the former School of Artillery.
Visit the Gatehouse Visitor Centre at the entrance to the former School of Artillery and learn about the natural and cultural history of the peninsula and its surrounds. There is a Discovery Room for children to enjoy crafts and reading.
Pick up a visitor’s guide and take a self-guided tour of the site. The Gunners’ Walk is an opportu...North Head Sanctuary
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A pub that combines dining, drinking, partying and scenic views, Northies Cronulla Hotel has been operating, in various forms, since 1888. There are four bars, including the Sports Bar which caters to keen punters and Northies Bar where guests can enjoy entertainment seven nights including karaoke, trivia and party nights Friday and Saturday. The house restaurant, Manjo Jam, serves modern Australian cuisine as well as traditional 'pub grub'.Northies Cronulla Hotel
Sydney Suburbs
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The museum of Australia's oldest, most decorated Regiment in the mainland's oldest (1820), heritage listed barracks. Trace the evolution of the organisation, weaponry, uniforms and equipment of the NSW Cavalry and famed Light Horse - from horses, lances and sabres through machine guns and heavy armour to contemporary armoured reconnaissance.
Through photographs, maps, manuscripts and memorabilia the collection illustrates the Regiment's ceremonial and battle roles. A detachment formed part of t...NSW Lancers Memorial Museum
Sydney Suburbs
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Nurragingy Reserve is a passive recreation and bushland area of 90 hectares in the heart of the city of Blacktown and Western Sydney.
The Reserve offers the following attractions and facilities: Picnic and barbecue area (with wood supplied), children's playground, walking tracks, waterfall, natural bushland (ideal for nature studies), Fred Hollows Garden (a garden for the visually impaired), the Colebee Centre, Nurragingy Blacksmith, Pavilions, Formal Garden and Wedding Garden Areas, as well a...Nurragingy Reserve
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This Obelisk was one of the first monuments to record the generosity of a Mayor of Sydney, George Thornton. It cleverly disguises a sewer vent! Very ingenious.
The Obelisk (1818, F. Greenway) was constructed by order of Governor Macquarie as a point from which all public roads and distances were to be measured.Obelisk at Macquarie Place in Sydney
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Object Gallery at St Margarets in Surry Hills presents innovative exhibitions of new design from Australia and overseas.
With a constantly changing roster of exhibitions, Object strives “to make connections between creative minds right across the country, investigate the latest in creative education, and play host to the best of Australian craft and design.Object Gallery
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The Observer Hotel is a friendly local pub and offers live entertainment seven nights a week.
The pick of the bar is the Guinness and Kilkenny on tap, while anything from the Bistro menu is sure to tantalise and tease.Observer Hotel The Rocks
Sydney
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Oceanworld Manly is situated on picturesque Manly Cove Beach, just 200 metres from Manly Wharf. Oceanworld is easily accessible not only by car, but also Manly Ferry, Jetcat and bus.
Oceanworld Manly's main Oceanarium holds 4.5 million litres of water and is home to HUGE sharks, giant stingrays, turtles and a myriad of marine life. The underwater viewing tunnel is 110 metres long, enabling you to enjoy the wonders of the deep.
You can meet one of our divers before they hand-feed the sharks, an...Oceanworld Manly
Sydney Suburbs
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A live music and comedy venue, The Old Manly Boatshed with its basement club-atmosphere is one of the hottest spots for entertainment in Manly. Stand-up comics strut their stuff on Monday nights and live music and dancing have the walls shaking on Saturday nights. Forget the decor, it's all about the performance. Large selection of beers and good food available.Old Manly Boat Shed
Sydney Suburbs
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In 1984 a printing and stationer's warehouse in Surry Hills was bought and converted to house the 250 permanent employees and many more casual and part time staff who work as a team to produce some of the world's most exciting and innovative opera.
The Opera Centre houses many different departments and artisans whose work is on display for you to view first hand including: Costume manufacture and storage; a millinery department; a jeweller and cobbler; several wig makers; props manufacture; set...Opera Australia - Tour the Opera Centre
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With spectacular and uninterrupted views, Opera Bar boasts one of the most enviable positions in Sydney. Located on the lower concourse level of the Sydney Opera House, Opera Bar offers unrivalled views of the Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge and all the wonders of the city skyline.
Whether drinking or dining, Opera Bar provides the perfect setting for any occasion and coupled with a diverse food, wine and cocktail menu it leaves you spoilt for choice – drink or dine, inside or out, day or n...Opera Bar
Sydney
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Come and visit us for Organic and Conventional food, vegetables, tea and coffee, oils, baby foods, vitamins, gardening, skin care, cotton and dog food.
Come and visit for breakfast, lunch, and a cup of coffee, to meet and talk, for tools and books and much more.
Meet the farmers and cooks.
Markets are open rain or shine! Come along every week!
Kings Cross
Fitzroy Gardens, Macleay Street
Saturdays 9am – 2pm
Leichardt
Orange Grove Public School, cnr Balmain Rd & Perry St
Saturdays 8:30 a...Organic Food and Farmers Markets
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After a day sightseeing in the Rocks take time to refresh yourself with a meal and a drink at the Orient Hotel. The Orient Restaurant is open for lunch and dinner seven days a week, serving modern Australian cuisine along with some old favourites, in an elegant atmosphere. Sample Australian wines or spoil yourself with a bottle of French champagne. If you are looking for something more relaxed, try the bar menu in the Atrium Room overlooking historic Kendall Lane, the ground floor Public Bar or ...Orient Hotel
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Inspired by Andy Warhol's 1960s New York Factory, the Oxford Art Factory is an edgy, warehouse-like venue with multiple, flexible performance areas.
Visual art, performance art and live music events are featured in the Gallery, Art after Dark Bar and Live Art Space. Performers include Blackalicious, Diplo
and the Velvet Set. Art Market runs on the last Saturday of every month, providing platform space to Sydney's established and emerging artists.Oxford Art Factory
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Paddington showcases the very best of Australian contemporary art, craft and fashion, directly by the artists and craft makers themselves. Paddington Markets is Sydney's creative cutting edge. Emerging design, art and fashion students compete for an opportunity to launch their creative talents on the Sydney art, design and fashion scenes.
Every Saturday from 10am, the markets come alive with 250 stalls selling unique collectibles and retro, the latest fashion styles, contemporary designed jewe...Paddington Markets
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Paddington Town Hall is a hire venue with everything - class, elegance, charm and location. Built on a ridge, the clock tower rises majestically above the neighbourhood, inside the grand hall has a fairy-tale atmosphere with a magnificent balcony offering views of the city skyline. The elegant foyer and bar features a stylish marble bar and two charming balconies with views of the Paddington district, ideal for pre-dinner drinks or intimate cocktail parties.Paddington Town Hall
Sydney Suburbs
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Take the trip to Paddy's to really enjoy a day of shopping!
Many come to Paddy's for the wide variety of great value items including mens and womens fashion, plants, prints, electrical goods, jewellery, sportswear, homewares, pets, toys, souvenirs, fresh seafood (not available on Sundays), fruit, vegetables and much more.
Go to Paddy's to save much more than ever before and enjoy the atmosphere of the largest market in Sydney.
Two great locations, Flemington on Fridays and Sunday...Paddys Markets At Flemington
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Paddy's has held a central place in Sydney's history for over 150 years.
Paddy's Markets, Sydney's biggest markets have a wide variety of stalls; food, fashion, gifts & gadgets in a true market atmosphere. With over 1,000 stalls in two huge locations (Haymarket & Flemington), you'll find everything from souvenirs to sporting goods, clothes to cosmetics, footwear to fruit & vegetable, hot food to heavy metal CD's, sheepskins to seafood, plants to pendants, crafts and much much more.Paddys Markets At Haymarket
Sydney
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Palm Beach has become recognisable around the world as Summer Bay from the Australian TV series Home and Away.
Palm Beach is the exclusive, high-end of Sydney's long stretch of the northern beaches; it is everything you'd expect from the insular-peninsula amid the
playground of the nation's rich and famous. Palm Beach still retains traces of its early character; although mansions dominate the southern corner.
Most of the beach area, apart from the small protected areas at either end is per...Palm Beach
Sydney Suburbs
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Papillon Riding Stables offers all aspects of horse care, training and riding. From being able to board your own horse to learning to ride with experienced international instructors, to taking an escorted walk with your horse in the beautiful environs of Centennial Park or letting your children enjoy a pony lesson – the choice is yours.
With its central location at the Centennial Parklands Equestrian Centre in Sydney's Eastern Suburbs and the expert riding facilities on site, one can leave behi...Papillon Riding Stables
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The Parade Theatre is home to Australia's premier acting school, the National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA). Four theatres include the Parade Theatre,
Parade Playhouse, Parade Studio and Parade Space, all established performance spaces for grand and intimate theatre works, musicals and dance
productions.Parade Theatre
Sydney Suburbs
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Parklea Markets boast the biggest most vibrant and colourful market place in the Southern Hemisphere. Parklea Markets is a treasure trove of international
food, fashion and flair displaying all the best Australia has to offer all under one roof with thousands of bargains. There are toys, tools, kitchenware
camping/fishing goods, cosmetics, jewellery, fresh flowers, computer software, souvenirs, car accessories, plants, gardening goods and much, much more.
In the clothing stakes, Parklea Marke...Parklea Markets
Sydney Suburbs
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Parkside Restaurant at the Menzies Hotel Sydney presents the best in modern Australian cuisine, by Executive Chef Andrew Duggan.
The showmanship of the menu is equally matched with Parkside's antique leather chesterfield sofas, rich dark woods, high ceilings, dramatic chandeliers and soaring windows overlooking Wynyard Park, offering patrons of modern Australian cuisine something to truly remember.
Parkside Restaurant is located on Level 1 of The Menzies Sydney, centrally located in the heart ...Parkside Restaurant - The Menzies Sydney
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Parliament House is open weekdays to allow people to see the workings of government. On days when parliament is sitting you can listen to the Members debate in the beautiful heritage chambers. On non-sitting days you can enter the floor and see what it is like on the floor.Parliament House
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Located next to the Library is Parliament House. This particular stretch of Macquarie Street has great historical significance.
In 1810 Governor Macquarie contracted for a hospital, built and paid for by the proceeds of the right to import and trade in rum. Not surprisingly, the building became known as the Rum Hospital.
Three two-storey sandstone buildings in Georgian style were constructed end-to-end along Macquarie Street. Opened in 1816, the buildings served the colony in a variety o...Parliament Of New South Wales
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Parramatta Heritage & Visitors Information Centre provides a unique starting point for discovering Parramatta - the city that tells the story of Australia! The Centre combines tourist information; a local
research and family history library, art, history or community exhibitions; school holiday programs and education activities all under one roof.
As part of your visit why not take in Parramatta: People & Place - an exhibition about the living heritage of Parramatta, featuring artefacts, ar...Parramatta Heritage Centre and Visitor Information Centre
Sydney Suburbs
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Parramatta Park is a must see for visitors to Sydney. If you are interested in Australian history then you will already know about this National Heritage Listed Park. Colonists convict and free, were first successful in growing sufficient food to feed themselves here. The Parklands were too attractive to be reserved for subsistence cropping for long and were used by successive Governors as a respite from the stresses of running a very large open air prison. Following a determined public campaign...Parramatta Park
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The Rosherville (Parriwi Head) Lighthouse is located near The Spit on Sydney Harbour.
The Rosherville (Parriwi Head) Lighthouse is an elegant and narrow lighthouse, built on a steep hillside with a walkway linking from street level to halfway up the tower. The light overlooks the beautiful waters of Middle Harbour.Parriwi Head Rosherville Lighthouse
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Kings Cross has become known as Sydney’s red light and entertainment zone. Discover the roots of this passionate area of Sydney on the City of Sydney Passion Walking Tour. The highlights are the State Heritage Registered Boomerang, Rockwall and Tusculum.Passion Heritage Walk
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The Path of Champions is located at the entrance to the Sydney Aquatic Centre, with no charge. The Path of Champions recognises Australia's contribution to sporting excellence by honouring those athletes who attain the status of Olympic Champion, World Champion or World Record Holder in the FINA events of Swimming, Diving, Water Polo and Synchronised Swimming.
The Path currently consists of 103 plaques of Australian athletes and was installed for the Official Opening of the Centre in January 1...Path Of Champions
Sydney Suburbs
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Situated within the prestigious No.1 Martin Place building and nestled on its own level is the Perry Ellis Hair Salon. Offering the best in international hair services the salon utilises the historic architecture of the old GPO site and blends it with a modern sexy feel for us to announce that: 'Good hair has a new city address.'
The Perry Ellis team has been hand picked for its high level of expertise within the industry to make you look and feel good with a balance of sexiness and sophisticat...Perry Ellis Hairdressing
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Take a relaxing break in these picturesque surrounding with many walking tracks and cycling trails. The Park provides push button barbecue's, wet weather/shade shelters for up to 50 people, clean bathrooms with disabled access and playground equipment for the kids.
At the northern boundary you will see a walking path through to the tennis courts and oval. Follow the path until you reach the beginning of the cycle way, a 9 kilometre return walk or ride on a flat surface.
Parking for cars and co...Picton Botanical Gardens
Sydney Suburbs
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Travel over the historic Picton Railway Viaduct over Stonequarry Creek on a Heritage Express tour or stop and admire the landmark Station on your way through town.
Photographers can get a good view of the Picton Railway Viaduct from Picton Avenue.
Drop in to the Wollondilly Visitor Information Centre in Picton to get your Historic Picton Walking Tour brochure or phone 02 4677 8313 or visit us online at:
www.visitwollondilly.com.auPicton railway viaduct over Stonequarry Creek
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