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What to Do

Looking for things to do in Parkes? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Parkes Observatory

Parkes Observatory

3.1
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Taronga Zoo Sydney

Taronga Zoo Sydney

9.7
4.7/52,279 Reviews
Sydney Opera House

Sydney Opera House

9.7
4.7/53,707 Reviews
"Night view"
"Performances"
Blue Mountains National Park

Blue Mountains National Park

8.8
4.6/5767 Reviews
"Natural scenery"
"Mountain climbing"
Sydney Whale Watching Cruise

Sydney Whale Watching Cruise

8.5
4.5/557 Reviews
"Boat tour"
SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium

SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium

8.5
4.6/51,743 Reviews
Peakhill Open Cut Gold Mine

Peakhill Open Cut Gold Mine

2.5
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Henry Parkes Centre

Henry Parkes Centre

2.5
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"Museums"
G-DRAGON 2025 WORLD TOUR [Übermensch] IN SYDNEY

G-DRAGON 2025 WORLD TOUR [Übermensch] IN SYDNEY

8.2
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"Concerts"
Sydney Tower Eye

Sydney Tower Eye

8.2
4.7/51,064 Reviews
"Night view"

Where to Stay

Discover the most popular places to stay in Parkes, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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Coachman Hotel Motel

Coachman Hotel Motel

4.0/5100 Reviews
Parkes International

Parkes International

4.4/579 Reviews
Bushmans Motor Inn

Bushmans Motor Inn

4.6/590 Reviews
Moonraker Motor Inn

Moonraker Motor Inn

3.6/56 Reviews
Oasis Motel

Oasis Motel

4.3/531 Reviews
North Parkes Motel

North Parkes Motel

4.3/578 Reviews
Station Motel

Station Motel

4.4/595 Reviews
Apollo Motel Parkes

Apollo Motel Parkes

4.3/595 Reviews
Parkview Motor Inn

Parkview Motor Inn

4.2/559 Reviews
Memphis Motor Inn

Memphis Motor Inn

3.8/58 Reviews
Court Street Motel

Court Street Motel

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What to Eat

Want to eat like a local? Don't miss out on these top Parkes dishes and foodie spots.
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Coachman Hotel Motel

Coachman Hotel Motel

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Avg. AUD21/person
"Bars/Bistros"
Bent Food & Wine

Bent Food & Wine

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Avg. AUD23/person
"Western-style"
Cino 86

Cino 86

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"Coffee Shops"
Hong Loch Chinese Restaurant

Hong Loch Chinese Restaurant

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Indian Cuisine Parkes

Indian Cuisine Parkes

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"Southeast Asian"
The Parkes Services Club Bistro

The Parkes Services Club Bistro

4.0/51 Reviews
"Western-style"
Pink orchid cafe

Pink orchid cafe

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"Coffee Shops"
Dish Cafe

Dish Cafe

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"Western-style"
Onnies Coffee

Onnies Coffee

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"Coffee Shops"
Paragon Cafe Parkes

Paragon Cafe Parkes

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"Coffee Shops"
Fu Yuan Chinese Restaurant

Fu Yuan Chinese Restaurant

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Ikon

Ikon

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"Western-style"

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