The Macarthur Region comprising the townships of Camden and Campbelltown brings together the convenience of an exciting city against a backdrop of rural serenity.
Located less than one hour from Sydney’s CBD, Macarthur is accessible by road or rail and offers an abundance of dining, entertainment, adventure and heritage. The region really has something for everyone.
Macarthur offers a variety of outdoor experiences to suit all levels of adventure. Feeling courageous? Take the leap and experience tandem skydiving and be dazzled by views of mountains, coast and country. Want to keep the adrenalin racing? Why not hit the track and experience the speed of Go Karts on over 500 metres of outdoor track.
If you prefer to take it slow, enjoy a hot air balloon ride and watch a breathtaking sun rise over the valley, followed by a scrumptious champagne breakfast. Or keep grounded and enjoy one of the unsurpassed horse riding facilities which Macarthur offers, take time to explore one of the many trail rides or maybe an overnight campout.
Macarthur is rich in aboriginal and European history. The original inhabitants of the land were the Dharawal people, whose territory covered the area from Botany Bay to the Shoalhaven and inland to Campbelltown and Camden.
Birthplace of Australia’s wool, wine and wheat industries, Macarthur has a captivating history which is reflected in the number of heritage listed buildings in the area. Take a leisurely walk through the main streets to enjoy many of these heritage buildings still in use today. Self guided heritage walking tour guides are available from Macarthur's Visitor Information Centres.
After a busy morning of exploring Macarthur, enjoy a leisurely lunch at Menangle House, and soak up the beautiful surrounds of landscaped gardens and private courtyards. After lunch, increase your local knowledge with a visit to one of the local Museums and Historical Societies, containing a rich collection of local artefacts.
Bordered by the Georges and Nepean Rivers, the region has an array of breathtaking green valleys, and exciting bushwalks displaying Macarthur’s variety of fauna and flora. Experience the amazing views across Macarthur out to Sydney from Razorback lookout, or explore local bushland along the Old Ford Walk Kentlyn.
Macarthur has a variety of public gardens to offer, including Koshigaya Park, Macarthur Park, and the Japanese Gardens. Take time to admire the ambience of these open spaces.
Mount Annan Botanic Garden is a must see destination, boasting more than four hundred acres of parkland. The Gardens feature barbeque and picnic facilities, a café, walking tracks and themed gardens.
Make Macarthur your next destination, see www.visitmacarthur.com.au or contact one of the Macarthur Visitor Information Centres.
Cartoscope's detailed tourist map of the Macarthur region is perfect for exploring this area. Buy online (for a nominal postage and handling fee) by clicking the link to the right, or pick up from local visitor information centres, tourism operators, service stations, motels and caravan parks.
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