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If you are planning to backpack Dubbo, then this page provides information on what backpacker hostels and backpacker attractions are available here. The page also provides a description of Dubbo, information on how to get here and contact details of the local visitor information centre.
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This thriving city is the commercial, administrative and industrial hub of the Central West and has a population of around 38,000. The city itself has a major shopping area and many historical buildings. Once you leave the city you will come into cattle and sheep country.
Dubbo is famous for its Western Plains Zoo, the largest open range zoo in the country. This is an excellent attraction and well worth a visit. As well as natural Australian species, the zoo houses Bengal Tigers, Black Rhinoceros and African Elephants. |
Western Plains Zoo
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Abercrombie Caves
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Other attractions include the Dubbo Observatory, where you can view the solar system. There is also the Old Dubbo Goal, where you can take a tour to here about its infamous history. There is also the spectacular nearby Abercrombie Caves. |
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Backpacker Dubbo YHA
Cnr Newell Hwy & Brisbane St
Dubbo, NSW 2830
Phone (02) 6882 0922
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Western Plains Zoo
Largest open range zoo in Australia
Obley Rd
Dubbo, NSW 2830
Ph (02) 6882 5888
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By Air
Regional Express (Rex) and Qantas Link operate to here from Sydney.
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By Bus
Greyhound Australia operate through here from Sydney and various other places
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By Train
Countrylink operate to here from Sydney and various other places.
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