Free things!
Museums & Galleries
The New England Regional Art Museum (NERAM) is a leading cultural and arts tourism destination with free entry and children’s activities, with a museum café. Open 10am-4pm Tuesday – Sunday.
Housed in the magnificent 1863 Armidale Literary Institute, the museum offers a wide range of exhibits showing everyday life and work in the past, documenting the history of Armidale. Open 11am-2pm daily (except Tuesday).
Located on the campus of the University of New England, this free museum will delight kids with its range of objects from the UNE zoological, botanical and geological collections. Open Mon – Fri 9.30am-4.30pm
Parks & Gardens
Blue Hole & Thelfall walking track
The Blue Hole is a popular swimming spot, so pack your swimmers and head towards The Weir. Check out the nearby historic hydro-electric scheme on the Threlfall walking track.
Take a picnic lunch & relax in the grounds of the heritage-listed Central Park. Wander about the cool climate conifers, cedars, Bunya pines, European elms and other mature exotic trees.
Families will love the children’s playground, aquatic gardens, waterfall and footbridge, with a look-out, toilet block and picnic shelter and BBQ area.
Mother of Ducks Lagoon Nature Reserve
Located in Guyra, 37km north of Armidale, the Nature Reserve is a rare breeding place for several freshwater wetland bird species and a resting place for numerous migratory birds. Visit the observation platform for scenic views of this rare montane wetland.
An idyllic location for picnicking and BBQs. Kids will love the new children’s playground, jetty and walking tracks. There’s also a boat ramp for canoes and kayaks and free camping.
Self-guided Tours
Armidale Street Art Walking Tour
Explore the vibrant and colourful street art scene in Armidale and surrounds, featuring street artists with local connections, including CRISP, James O’Hanlon, and Silly Pear.
Armidale Catholic Precinct (Soundtrail)
Wollomombi Falls – Oxley Wild Rivers National Park (Soundtrail)
Fitness
A free, fun and friendly weekly 5K community event for all ages. Held every Saturday at SportUNE at 8am.
Aquatic Centres – Armidale & Guyra
Adults over 75 and children under 2 receive free admission to both venues during the pool season (October – March).
Sunday markets
Soak up the atmosphere at the region’s local farmers’ markets offering live music, local produce and crafts.
Uralla High Country Markets – 1st Sunday of the month
Armidale Farmers’ Market – 2nd Sunday of the month
Armidale Sunday Markets in the Mall – last Sunday of the month
