Things to do in Penrith

Penrith is a hub of fun things to do and interesting places to go in Sydney. Situated at the foot of the Blue Mountains and only a 50 minute drive from the centre of Sydney, Penrith is the perfect place to challenge yourself, explore the outdoors, learn something new and tantalise your tastebuds.

Adrenaline Rush

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Try something new and different, have fun and push your limits in Penrith, the Adventure Capital of NSW. Located only 50 minutes from Sydney, Penrith has a range of thrilling experiences and extreme sport activities including indoor skydiving, whitewater rafting, wakeboarding, go-karting and jetpack adventures.

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Cables Wake Park

Want to have fun and don't mind getting wet? Then try cable skiing, wakeboarding and knee-boarding at this world-class facility.

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Climber Collective

Western Sydney's a unique and boutique bouldering space

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Freak VR

Get ready to go beyond reality with the most immersive VR entertainment imaginable...

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Arts, Culture & Heritage

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Immerse yourself in our rich arts and culture scene, or enjoy learning about Penrith’s rich history.

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Arms Of Australia Inn Museum

A great place to discover the local history of Penrith with artefacts, photos, activities, tours, special events and exhibitions.

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Museum Of Fire

Explore the drama and danger of firefighting and learn about the history of fighting fires at the largest Museum of Fire in Australia.

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Museum Of Printing

Take a trip back in time at the home of letterpress printing

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Eat & Enjoy

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A variety of award-winning cafes, restaurants, pubs and clubs make dining in Penrith an exciting and enjoyable experience for people of all ages, and with different tastes and budgets.

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AG Bar & Restaurant

AG is a small bar tucked away in Woodriff Street Laneway in the heart of Penrith

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Al Aseel

Al Aseel is an innovative and exciting local Lebanese restaurant delivering a great dining experience and tasty Middle Eastern food.

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Alexander's

An ambient tapas cocktail lounge nestled away in Panthers

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Family Fun

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Penrith has lots of fun activities the whole family can enjoy and best of all it’s only a 50 minute drive from Sydney.

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Aqua Golf

Everyone’s favourite driving range

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Archie Brothers Cirque Electriq

Arcade games, dodgem cars, carousels, crazy shakes, cocktails and more!

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Big Swing Golf

Indoor Golf - Real, Fun, Fast Golf

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Outdoors & Active

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Explore the great outdoors in Penrith, the Adventure Capital of NSW.

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Aqua Golf

Everyone’s favourite driving range

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Cables Aqua Park

Fun, excitement and exercise for the whole family

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Man wakeboarding in air over jump

Cables Wake Park

Want to have fun and don't mind getting wet? Then try cable skiing, wakeboarding and knee-boarding at this world-class facility.

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