Cowra activities
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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' su…
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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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Japanese and Australian War Cemeteries
The Japanese War Cemetery contains graves of the Japanese involved in the POW Breakout during World War Two, as well as other internees and those involved with the battle of Darwin. The land was ceded to Japan in 1963, thus Cowra has its ow…
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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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The Cowra Heritage Walk
Stroll through Cowra's historic past. A brochure from the Cowra Visitors Centre sets out a heritage walk around Cowra that takes a leisurely hour, taking in sights like the old federation-style court house, the gothic stone St Raphael's chu…
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Hong Kong Chinese Restaurant
The Hong Kong Chinese Restaurant serve high quality Chinese cuisine and is a favourite for both locals and visitors in the Cowra region. They are open for lunch: seven days a week from 11:30am – 2:30pm and for dinner: Sunday - Thursday…
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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 Regional Art Gallery
The Cowra Regional Art Gallery was established in September 2000 and is located in a cultural precinct which includes the Cowra Library, the Cowra Civic Centre, the Australian World Peace Bell and the Cowra Shire Council Chambers. The Galle…
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Dehli Beli
They welcome you to experience exotic Indian cuisine derived through the combination of various hand-picked spices and flavours from the diverse regions of India Have a look at their wide range of exotic menu and give them a visit to exper…
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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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Farleigh 'Beach' Reserve
Farleigh Reserve is a peaceful picnic area on the bank of the Lachlan River, within 10 kilometres of the centre of Cowra. There is a modern longdrop toilet, picnic tables and bins. Plenty of shade is provided by large eucalypt trees and th…
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Ideal Tours
Ideal Tours have been running in Cowra for many years, providing experience and information to visitors of their town. They specialise in Wine Tasting Tours of Cowra and Canowindra cellars, and also cater for groups and coaches visitin…
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Sakura Avenue
In 1988, as a bicentennial project, Cowra Shire Council, in conjunction with the Japanese Government, planted 1988 cherry blossom trees between the Cowra War Cemetery, the site of the Prisoner Of War Camp and the Japanese Gardens, as a sign…
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Wallaby picnic area
his pretty, quiet picnic area in Conimbla National park is located near Wallaby walking track and Ironbark walking track, making it a good spot to have a rest and a bite to eat after a bit of exertion exploring the park. Here, you’ll find …
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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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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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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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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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Sarah Jane Country Craft
Sarah Jane Country Craft offers a range of quality handmade craft items to give your home a country touch or perhaps provide a perfect gift. They also have a range of craft accessories and kits for those that like to sew. You can find their…
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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 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 …
