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.

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.

Escape Room 51

You'll need to follow clues, crack puzzles, solve problems and complete physical challenges to make it out

iFLY Indoor Skydiving

No parachute, no jumping and nothing attaching you to planet earth! It's just you and the air... and an incredible adrenaline rush.

Arts, Culture & Heritage

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

Arms Of Australia Inn

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

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.

Museum Of Printing

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

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.