Fast facts
- Aquatic adventures and outdoor recreation
- Western suburbs
- One-hour drive from city centre
Why go there
Located at the foothills of the breathtaking Blue Mountains, Penrith Valley has become an aquatic adventure playground. Whitewater rafting, canoeing, waterskiing and paddleboat rides are some of the attractions.
In addition to the diverse range of aquatic and outdoor adventure activities, Penrith Valley enjoys a wealth of cultural, entertainment, sporting, food and wine and accommodation options.
Things to do
- Visit the Penrith Whitewater Stadium and Sydney International Regatta Centre, where champions and novices alike display their skills.
- Visit Muru Mittigar Aboriginal Culture & Education Centre to try bush tucker and learn how to throw a boomerang.
- Hire a canoe and paddle around the Nepean Gorge.
- Relax on the Nepean Belle Paddlewheeler.
Don’t miss
- Panthers World of Entertainment.
- Historic Mamre Homestead.
- Penrith Regional Gallery & The Lewers Bequest.
- St Marys Spring Festival, in September.