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Alternative names: Population: 22.6 thous. (2019)Elevation: 2106 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 34°45'18"S, 149°43'5"E
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Goulburn Top Attractions

Goulburn Attractions - What to See and Explore

Goulburn offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Goulburn Rail Heritage Centre, St Peter and Paul's Old Cathedral, St Saviour's Cathedral, The Big Merino. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

  • goulburn rail heritage centre
    Museum • History museum

    Goulburn Rail Heritage Centre

    The Goulburn Rail Heritage Centre are heritage-listed former railway workshops and now museum located on the Main Southern line in Goulburn, New South Wales, Australia. It is also known as the Goulburn Rail Workshop and the Goulburn Roundhouse.

  • st peter and pauls old cathedral goulburn
    Church

    St Peter and Paul's Old Cathedral

    St Peter and Paul's Old Cathedral is a heritage-listed former Catholic cathedral and now parish church at 42 Verner Street, Goulburn, Goulburn Mulwaree Council, New South Wales, Australia. It was designed by Andrea Stombuco and Charles Spadacini and built from 1871 to 1890 by C...

  • st saviours cathedral goulburn
    Historic Anglican church with tours

    St Saviour's Cathedral

    The St Saviour's Cathedral is the heritage-listed cathedral church of the Anglican Diocese of Canberra and Goulburn in Goulburn, Goulburn Mulwaree Council, New South Wales, Australia. The cathedral is dedicated to Jesus, in his title of Saviour. The current dean is the Very Reverend Phillip Saunders.

  • the big merino goulburn
    Monuments and statues • Novelty architecture

    The Big Merino

    The Big Merino is a 15.2 metres tall concrete merino ram, located in Goulburn, New South Wales, Australia. Nicknamed "Rambo" by locals, the Big Merino contains a gift shop on the ground floor and a wool display on the second floor. Visitors can climb to the top and look out through the Merino's eyes to view the local area.

  • riversdale goulburn
    Museum • Specialty museum • Historical place

    Riversdale

    Riversdale is a heritage-listed house in the early colonial Regency style located in Goulburn, New South Wales, Australia. The house was built in about 1840 and some of the outbuildings were constructed even earlier.

  • goulburn court house
    34°45'21"S • 149°43'8"E

    Goulburn Court House

    Goulburn Court House is a heritage-listed courthouse at 4 Montague Street, Goulburn, Goulburn Mulwaree Council, New South Wales, Australia.

  • goulburn post office
    34°45'19"S • 149°43'6"E

    Goulburn Post Office

    Goulburn Post Office is a heritage-listed post office at 165 Auburn Street, Goulburn, Goulburn Mulwaree Council, New South Wales, Australia.

  • rossi bridge over wollondilly river goulburn location map
    Bridge

    Rossi Bridge over Wollondilly River

    The Rossi Bridge over Wollondilly River is a heritage-listed road bridge that carries Range Road across the Wollondilly River, Goulburn, New South Wales, Australia. The bridge is owned by Transport for NSW. It is also known as Rossi's Crossing. It was added to the New South Wales State Heritage Register on 20 June 2000.

  • colonial mutual life building goulburn
    34°45'10"S • 149°43'13"E

    Colonial Mutual Life Building

    The Colonial Mutual Life Building is a heritage-listed insurance office at Clifford Street, Goulburn, Goulburn Mulwaree Council, New South Wales, Australia. It is also known as the CML Building. It was added to the New South Wales State Heritage Register on 2 April 1999.

  • connollys mill goulburn
    34°45'10"S • 149°43'26"E

    Connollys Mill

    Conolly's Mill is a heritage-listed former public baths and wheat mill and now shops at Sloane Street, Goulburn, Goulburn Mulwaree Council, New South Wales, Australia. It was added to the New South Wales State Heritage Register on 2 April 1999.

  • brisbane grove goulburn
    Neighbourhood

    Brisbane Grove

    Brisbane Grove is a locality in the Goulburn Mulwaree Council area, New South Wales, Australia. It is located on the road from Goulburn to Braidwood about 8 km south of Goulburn. Goulburn Airport is in the locality, on its southwestern edge.

  • st johns orphanage goulburn
    34°45'42"S • 149°42'36"E

    St. John's Orphanage

    St. John's Orphanage, sometimes referred to as the Goulburn Boys Orphanage, is a decommissioned orphanage located on Mundy Street in Goulburn, a town located in New South Wales, Australia. The architect of the building is EC Manfred.

  • anglican diocese of canberra and goulburn
    34°45'12"S • 149°42'58"E

    Anglican Diocese of Canberra and Goulburn

    The Diocese of Canberra and Goulburn is one of the 23 dioceses of the Anglican Church of Australia. The diocese has 60 parishes covering most of south-east New South Wales, the eastern Riverina and the Australian Capital Territory.

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Day trips

Goulburn – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Goulburn, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Australian War Memorial (Canberra), Commonwealth Park (Canberra), Cockington Green Gardens (Canberra).

  • australian war memorial canberra48 milesSW
    National site of military commemoration

    Australian War Memorial, Canberra

    The Australian War Memorial stands as a solemn tribute to the men and women who have served in the nation's armed forces. Located in the heart of Canberra, Australia's capital city, this revered site combines a shrine, a world-class museum, and an extensive archive...

  • commonwealth park canberra50 milesSW
    Park

    Commonwealth Park, Canberra

    Nestled in the heart of Canberra, Commonwealth Park is an urban oasis that offers a tranquil retreat from the bustling city life. This expansive green space is a cherished sanctuary for both locals and tourists, providing a picturesque setting for leisure, recreation...

  • cockington green gardens canberra47 milesSW
    Park, Theme park, Amusement park

    Cockington Green Gardens, Canberra

    Nestled in the heart of Canberra, Australia, Cockington Green Gardens offers visitors a unique experience, combining the charm of meticulously crafted miniature buildings with the tranquility of beautifully landscaped gardens.

  • bradman oval bowral44 milesNE
    Specialty museum, Museum, Sport venue

    Bradman Oval, Bowral

    Bradman Oval is a heritage-listed cricket ground in Glebe Street, Bowral in the southern highlands area of New South Wales, Australia. It was named after cricketer Don Bradman, who lived locally and played at the ground in the 1920s. His ashes are scattered on and near the Oval. It is also known as Glebe Park.

  • canberra stadium49 milesSW
    Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums

    Canberra Stadium, Canberra

    Canberra Stadium, also known as GIO Stadium due to sponsorship rights, stands as a testament to Australia's sporting culture, nestled within the nation's capital, Canberra. This premier sports venue is a hub for rugby league, rugby union, and football (soccer)...

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Best Time To Visit Goulburn

Learn when is the best time to travel to Goulburn weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

Popularity among visitors

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February, April and September are the busiest months in this location. Slightly fewer tourists decide to visit in January, October and November.

Average temperatures in °F

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The highest air temperature is in January, February and December. While the coldest is in July and August.

Monthly rainfall in inches

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in May and July. Most of it rains in January and November.

Length of day in hours

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We can expect the longest days in December, while the shortest in June.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the top attractions to visit in Goulburn?

The top attractions to visit in Goulburn are:

What is the best time to visit Goulburn?

February, April and September are the busiest months in this location. Slightly fewer tourists decide to visit in January, October and November. The highest air temperature is in January, February and December. While the coldest is in July and August.

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