Saturday 7 January 2023

Towns and Villages in the Central West of NSW Australia - Canowindra

Swinging Bridge               Photo Credit: Visit NSW
Beside the Belubula river in the beautiful red-earth countryside, sits the historic town of Canowindra. 

Best known for hot air ballooning and internationally significant fish fossil discoveries, today it is also an arts and tourism hub in the region. 

The town's charming Main Street has an old-world air, with 19th century buildings lining its unique curved main street.

Steeped in bushranger history, Canowindra is now home to a number of unique retail stores and art galleries whilst also retaining the character of a classic country town. 

Head up to Blue Jacket Hill to experience the town in its full glory, watching the sunset over the patchwork below.

Things To Do

  • Discover the fish fossil collection at the Age of Fishes Museum
  • Explore the vineyards and cellar doors
  • Enjoy the art galleries and boutique shopping
  • Book a scenic balloon flight
  • Picnic along the Belubula river
  • Go for a stroll to the Swinging Bridge

Nearby Villages

Cargo is 24 kilometres away ,Cudal 28 kilometers away and Eugowra 30 kilometres away.

Perennialle Plants Nursery Emporium and Cafe

Perennialle Plants          Photo Credit: Visit NSW
Situated in a beautifully restored heritage building on Canowindra's historic Main St, Perennialle Plants is a unique destination and worth the drive to Canowindra. The building houses an extensive emporium offering a carefully curated selection of the finest products such as garden tools, giftware, homewares, indoor plants and an enviable selection of local and regional produce. 

The cafe offers the finest coffee, perfectly complemented with delicious pastries and other sweet treats. The nursery stocks plants grown locally in Canowindra from an extensive and unique collection of rare, frosts and dry tolerant plants. They also offer mail order service sending their products and plants to far and wide places. 

It is open Wednesday to Monday 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM Phone 0427077798 plants@perennial.com.au www.perrennial.com.au 29 Gaskill St Canowindra NSW 2804

*Source: Orange Visitor Information Centre
151 Byng St, Orange NSW NSW 2800 Australia
1800 069 466
tourism@orange.nsw.gov.au
http://www.Orange360.com.au

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