Goulburn Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
city in New South Wales, Australia
About Goulburn
Situated at the confluence of the Wollondilly and Mulwaree Rivers, the fertile lands which surround the area of Goulburn were for centuries the home a number of the local Aboriginal populations. White settlers discovered the area in the late 1700s, and the first land grant was made in 1825. The city grew as a result of its location, being located on the road south from Sydney (now the Hume Highway) and in the 19th century it became the administrative centre for the "Argyle County" district. Goulburn gained a great deal of its prosperity during the Gold Rush (when many of its main buildings were constructed) and the coming of the Main South Railway Line between Sydney andMelbournein 1869 (which is still in operation). In particular, the area became known for its merino wool which was sent f
Top Attractions in Goulburn
Explore the best things to see and do in Goulburn:
- ★Australian Blues Music Festival
- ★Belmore Park
- ★Goulburn Court House
- ★Goulburn Rail Heritage Centre
- ★Goulburn War Memorial
- ★Historic Waterworks Museum
- ★Lilac Festival
- ★Old Goulburn Brewery
Where to Eat in Goulburn
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Our Place Bistro @ Tully Park Tavern
- 🍴Paragon Cafe
- 🍴Tamnak Thai
- 🍴The Rose Cafe
Where to Stay in Goulburn
- 🏨Alpine Heritage Motel
- 🏨Goulburn Gateway Backpackers
- 🏨Lilac City Motor Inn
- 🏨Mandelsons Guest House
- 🏨Pelican Sheep Station
- 🏨Tattersalls Hotel
Goulburn Travel Guide Sections
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