The Tamworth Car Rental Guide

Travel info about Tamworth

Tamworth is a city in the New England region of New South Wales, Australia. It is the major regional centre for the New England region and is in the local government area of Tamworth Regional Council. Tamworth is known for its country music events, being the home of the famous Tamworth Country Music Festival, held annually in January.

Weather

Tamworth has a temperate climate with hot summers and cool winters. The average maximum temperature in January is 28.7°C and the average minimum temperature in July is 3.4°C. Rainfall is highest in winter, with an average of 66.9mm in July.

Popular Attractions

Tamworth is home to many attractions such as the Tamworth Regional Art Gallery, the Tamworth Regional Botanic Gardens, the Oxley Wild Rivers National Park, the Tamworth Power Station Museum and the Tamworth Regional Entertainment Centre. There are also many historical sites such as the Tamworth Castle, the Tamworth Railway Station and the Peel Street Heritage Trail.

Activities

There are many activities to enjoy in Tamworth, such as boating and fishing on the Peel River, bushwalking in the Oxley Wild Rivers National Park, and bird watching in the Tamworth Regional Botanic Gardens. There are also many golf courses, tennis courts and bowling clubs in the area.

Where to Stay

Tamworth has a range of accommodation options, from luxury hotels to budget-friendly motels. There are also caravan parks and camping grounds for those who want to experience the great outdoors.

Best Way of Travelling To or Travelling In

Tamworth is located about 400 kilometres from Sydney and can be reached by car, bus or train. The nearest airport is Tamworth Airport, which is about 8 kilometres from the city centre. Car rental is also available for those who want to explore the area at their own pace.