Cowra activities
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Cowra Bridge Pylons
Cowra Bridge Pylons are situated beneath the Lachlan River Bridge and feature aboriginal murals on the pylons. The murals were painted by local aboriginal artist, Kym Freeman and depict the history of the Wiradjuri people who inhabited the …
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Fly Oz Scenic Flights
Fly Oz offers a comprehensive range of flying training and testing services for pilots at all levels. Fly Oz also offers Trial Flights which provide locals and visitors with an opportunity to experience flying a plane with a Flying Instruc…
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Cowra Italy Friendship Monument
The Cowra Italy Friendship Monument was officially opened on Australia Day 1998 to celebrate the Italian link to Australia. In particular it was erected in recognition of the Italians POW's and Internees in Cowra during World War Two. Many…
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Darbys Falls Observatory
At Darbys Falls Observatory visitors can explore the universe with one of the largest telescopes available to the public, a 500 millimetre Newtonian! Also available are the 400 millimetre, 300 millimetre and 200 millimetre F10 Schmidt-Cass…
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Rose Garden Coffee House
Conveniently located next door to the Cowra Visitor Information Centre, we offer breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks throughout the day. Plenty of parking, including nearby caravan and truck parking.…
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Cowra Wine and Forage Tour
Enjoy the experience that Cowra and Canowindra has to offer — scenery, wines, produce and history. Are you a self-proclaimed foodie? Do you want to sample some of the most delicious produce in Cowra and Canowindra? The Cowra Wine and Forag…
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Wyangala Dam
Wyangala is located a short drive from Cowra at the junction of the Lachlan and Abercrombie Rivers. The lake is a clean, clear vast expanse of water. The surrounding area offers excellent accommodation and camping facilities. There are bung…
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Cowra Canola Tours
The Cowra 'Fields of Gold' Canola Tours offer a two hours guided experience including spectacular views of Cowra's Canola Region, visits to canola 'hot spots' for unique photo opportunities, complimentary morning tea, a Cowra Town Tour and …
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Prisoner of War Camp Site
This site is listed as one of the Top Heritage Sites in NSW. In 1944 over 1000 Japanese Prisoners of War (POW) staged a mass breakout that was the biggest in British and Australian War History. 231 Japanese POW and four Australians lost …
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Cowra Japanese Garden and Cultural Centre
Opened in 1979, the multi award-winning Cowra Japanese Garden is a 'must see' at any time of the year. The Garden's designer, Ken Nakajima, created the Kaiyushiki (strolling) Garden to symbolise the Japanese landscape. The rocky hillside, m…
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Cowra Railway Station
The Cowra Railway Station is open for visitors on the last Sunday of every month between 9am and 3pm. Take a stroll around the magnificent building that played a key role in Cowra’s railway heritage. Since the first train arrived in 1886 un…
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Lachlan Valley Hotel
The Lachlan Valley Hotel is one of Cowra's most iconic venues. The hotel features two very distinct bars, with a relaxed and friendly vibe for all ages to enjoy. A Major feature is the dining room which serves good food, cold beer and great…
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Peregrines Brasserie
Peregrines Brasserie is the ideal way to enjoy a delicious family meal, a quick bite to eat or even a relaxing coffee with friends. Offering a full selection of affordable menu items, Peregrines Brasserie provides the perfect location to ex…
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Ironbark Walking Track
Ironbark walking track is a pleasant 1.5 hour looped bushwalk that winds its way along a ridge and up onto a broad flat plateau, which overlooks Cherry Creek. Here, you can stop and admire the scenic views looking out east to Cowra and the …
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Ochre Arch Farm
Visitors to 'Ochre Arch' have the opportunity to experience a guided farm tour, personally hosted by the owners Phillip and Jan Diprose. The 480 hectare farm is a fully operational beef and wool producing business with a practical real sust…
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The Morton Gallery
The Morton Gallery in Cowra showcases a lifetime of art in the form still life, landscape and portraits by local artists Ann Morton, Ron Morton and Glen Morton. Ann Morton travels six days a week to her studio on Grenfell Road, Cowra an…
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POW Hologram Theatre
The P.O.W. Theatre is a nine minute hologram that recounts the tragic story of the Cowra Breakout in 1944. The Theatre is a small tin hut that is a replica of the Nissen huts found at the Cowra Prisoner of War Camp during World War II. Th…
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Kalari Wines
Kalari is a family owned boutique vineyard set on the banks of the Lachlan River, an easy four minute drive from Cowra's town centre. Award-winning wines may be tasted in its stylish Cellar Door, nestled amidst the vines. While sipping on …
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Cowra Golf Club
Cowra Golf Club boasts the best 18 hole, fully irrigated kikuyu fairways golf course west of the Blue Mountains where true country hospitality is assured. The 5954 metre Par 71 has four of the most challenging finishing holes on any co…
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Cowra Garrison Gates
Resolutely standing guard within Cowra’s residential area, on the corner of Binni Creek Road and Amaroo Avenue, you’ll find the Garrison Gates. The brick structures mark the original entrance to the headquarters of the 22nd Garrison Battali…
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Finds on Fitzroy - Retro and Vintage
Specialising in selling retro and vintage wares, walking through the doors of Finds on Fitzroy is like taking a stroll down memory lane. If it was available 30 years ago or further back than that, chances are you'll find it there! Records, …
