A day out in Dubbo
Dubbo is in New South Wales. Hopalong knows 8 things to do and 2 places to eat here. Prices are approximate adult prices in A$.
Top things to do in Dubbo
Old Dubbo Gaol
A$25 · Old Gaol · about 75 min
Heritage gaol with holograms and stories.
Taronga Western Plains Zoo
A$55 · Zoo · about 240 min
Drive, cycle or walk past rhinos, giraffes and lions.
Stargazing at the observatory
A$30 · Observatory · about 90 min
Night sky tours under dark western skies.
Macquarie River walk
Free · City · about 60 min
Riverside path through town.
Dubbo Regional Botanic Garden and Shoyoen
Free · City · about 60 min
Native gardens and a traditional Japanese garden.
Western Plains Cultural Centre
Free · City · about 60 min
Regional gallery and museum.
Macquarie River Trail
Free · City · about 60 min
A flat riverside path through parks and wetlands, good with bikes.
Dubbo Farmers Market
Free · City · about 45 min
First and third Saturdays at Macquarie Lions Park.
Free things to do in Dubbo
- Macquarie River walk (City): Riverside path through town.
- Dubbo Regional Botanic Garden and Shoyoen (City): Native gardens and a traditional Japanese garden.
- Western Plains Cultural Centre (City): Regional gallery and museum.
- Macquarie River Trail (City): A flat riverside path through parks and wetlands, good with bikes.
- Dubbo Farmers Market (City): First and third Saturdays at Macquarie Lions Park.
Where to eat
- Café lunch on Macquarie Street (City, around A$22): Cafés in the main street.
- Dinner in town (City, around A$40): Pubs and restaurants in the centre.
Step-free and pram-friendly ideas
- Taronga Western Plains Zoo · step-free · pram-friendly
- Macquarie River walk · step-free · pram-friendly
- Dubbo Regional Botanic Garden and Shoyoen · step-free · pram-friendly
- Western Plains Cultural Centre · step-free · pram-friendly
- Macquarie River Trail · step-free · pram-friendly
- Dubbo Farmers Market · pram-friendly
Access information can change. Check with the venue if access is essential.
Typical weather in Dubbo
| Month | Low | High | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 18°C | 33°C | 5 |
| April | 11°C | 24°C | 6 |
| July | 3°C | 15°C | 6 |
| October | 11°C | 24°C | 6 |
Approximate long-term averages, not a forecast.