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Dubbo combines a rich pastoral history with great food and wine, expansive parklands, museums, galleries, art and crafts, and the famous Western Plains Zoo.

A range of accommodation options makes Dubbo a great holiday destination and a base for exploring the Central West region.

History

John Oxley led an expedition into the fertile lands of the local Wiradjuri people in 1817.

It was not until Robert Dulhunty arrived, a decade later, to establish grazing lands that the town acquired its name.

Dubbo means "red earth" in the Wiradjuri language.

Since the end of the 19th century, Dubbo has been the major commercial and service centre for western NSW.

Things to do

Discover historic buildings and heritage streets with a Heritage Walk brochure.

Family attractions abound in Dubbo with a zoo, observatory, horseriding and fun parks.

Enjoy local produce including the red and white wines of an emerging wine region.

Events

Western Plains Country Music Championship, held over Easter, includes concerts, busking and hoedowns.

Dubbo Show, in May, features agricultural displays, exhibits and competitions.

Don’t miss

Boomerang throwing at Jedda Boomerangs.

A trail ride overlooking Dubbo with Western Plains Riding Centre.

The night skies at Dubbo Observatory.

The local wines on a tour of the vineyards.

Dundullimal, a timber-slab house built in the 1840s and now open to the public.

Old Dubbo Gaol, now a museum.