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35 Best and Fun Things To Do In Broken Hill, New South Wales


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This city is located in the state of New South Wales, Australia. It has a rich history in the mining industry, which can still be seen at the Line of Lode Miners Memorial. However, Broken Hill is also known for its wide range of attractions.

Broken Hill is home to the Sulphide Street Railway & Historical Museum and the Albert Kersten Mining and Minerals Museum, which are ideal for someone who enjoys history. There is also the Mutawintji National Park, where nature lovers can enjoy some peace and quiet. Additionally, for tourists who enjoy taking in some local culture, there is the Silver City Mint and Art Centre.

Here’s our list of favorite things to do in Broken Hill, Australia

The 35 Most Popular Things To Do In Broken Hill, New South Wales

35. Mount Umberumberka

5.0 ★★★★★ (1 review)

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34. Broken Hill

1.0 ★☆☆☆☆ (1 review)

33. Cowz Art Gallery

4.3 ★★★★☆ (3 reviews)

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Location: Silverton NSW

Tel:  8-8087-2002

32. The Horizon Gallery

4.3 ★★★★☆ (3 reviews)

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Location: Layard Street Silverton NSW

Tel:  8-8088-5331

31. Bush ‘N Beyond Studio Gallery

4.5 ★★★★★ (6 reviews)

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Location: 4 Argent Street Broken Hill NSW

Tel:  8-8087-8807

30. Umberumberka Reservoir

4.8 ★★★★★ (8 reviews)

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29. Silverton School Museum

4.6 ★★★★★ (11 reviews)

Location: Silverton NSW

Tel:  8-8088-7481

Web Address:   https://brokenhillhistoricalsociety.com/our-museums/silverton-school-educational-museum/

28. Sundown Trail

4.6 ★★★★★ (11 reviews)

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Location: Broken Hill NSW

Tel:  8-8080-3300

Web Address:   https://brokenhill.nsw.gov.au/Facilities/Living-Desert-State-Park/Sundown-Trail

27. The Big Ant

4.1 ★★★★☆ (26 reviews)

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Location: Broken Hill NSW

26. Mutawintji National Park

4.5 ★★★★★ (38 reviews)

Location: Mutawintji Access Road Mutawintji NSW

Tel:  8-8084-2880

Web Address:   https://nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/visit-a-park/parks/mutawintji-national-park

25. Trades Hall

4.5 ★★★★★ (41 reviews)

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Location: 242 Blende Street Broken Hill NSW

Tel:  409-391-129

24. John Dynon Gallery

4.7 ★★★★★ (44 reviews)

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Location: 2 Streetuart street Silverton NSW

Tel:  400-359-763

Web Address:   http://johndynon.com.au/

23. Junction Mine

4.4 ★★★★☆ (48 reviews)

Location: Broken Hill NSW

22. Kinchega National Park

4.5 ★★★★★ (54 reviews)

Location: 4RV4F76W+7X Menindee NSW

Tel:  8-8084-2880

Web Address:   https://nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/visit-a-park/parks/kinchega-national-park

21. The Titanic Memorial

4.6 ★★★★★ (56 reviews)

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Location: Broken Hill NSW

Web Address:   https://brokenhill.nsw.gov.au/broken-hill-history/titanic-memorial

20. Silverton Outback Camels

4.9 ★★★★★ (76 reviews)

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Location: 1939 Silverton Road Silverton NSW

Tel:  428-602-664

Web Address:   https://silvertonoutbackcamels.com.au/

19. J P Keenan Lookout

4.1 ★★★★☆ (79 reviews)

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Location: Broken Hill NSW

18. The Big Bench

4.2 ★★★★☆ (80 reviews)

Location: Broken Hill NSW

17. Outback Astronomy

4.7 ★★★★★ (88 reviews)

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Location: 18817 Barrier Hwy Broken Hill NSW

Tel:  427-055-225

Web Address:   http://outbackastronomy.com.au/

16. Whites Mineral Art & Mining Museum

4.5 ★★★★★ (98 reviews)

Location: 1 Allendale Street Broken Hill NSW

Tel:  8-8087-2878

15. Albert Kersten Mining and Minerals Museum (Geocentre)

4.7 ★★★★★ (103 reviews)

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Location: Bromide Street & Crystal Ln Broken Hill NSW

Tel:  8-8080-3501

Web Address:   https://brokenhill.nsw.gov.au/Facilities/Albert-Kersten-Mining-and-Minerals-Museum

14. The Y NSW Broken Hill Regional Aquatic Centre

4.7 ★★★★★ (111 reviews)

Location: 336 McCulloch Street Broken Hill NSW

Tel:  8-8080-3510

Web Address:   https://ymcansw.org.au/centres/broken-hill-regional-aquatic-centre/

13. Broken Hill City Art Gallery

4.5 ★★★★★ (128 reviews)

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Location: 404 408 Argent Street Broken Hill NSW

Tel:  8-8080-3444

Web Address:   http://bhartgallery.com.au/

12. Sturt Park

4.4 ★★★★☆ (179 reviews)

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Location: Broken Hill NSW

11. Steamtown Heritage Rail Centre

4.6 ★★★★★ (276 reviews)

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Location: 2 Telford Ave Peterborough SA

Tel:  8-8651-3355

Web Address:   http://steamtown.com.au/

10. Silver City Mint & Art Centre

4.2 ★★★★☆ (469 reviews)

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Location: 66 Chloride Street Broken Hill NSW

Tel:  8-8088-6166

Web Address:   https://silvercitymint.com.au/

9. Living Desert State Park

4.4 ★★★★☆ (481 reviews)

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Location: Nine Mile Road Broken Hill NSW

Tel:  8-8080-3560

Web Address:   https://brokenhill.nsw.gov.au/Facilities/Living-Desert-State-Park

Our Top picks

8. Sulphide Street Railway & Historical Museum

4.7 ★★★★★ (163 reviews)

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Location: 230 Blende Street Broken Hill NSW

Tel:  8-8088-4660

Web Address:   https://mgnsw.org.au/organisations/sulphide-street-railway-historical-museum/

7. Living Desert Sculptures

4.5 ★★★★★ (195 reviews)

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Location: Broken Hill NSW

6. The Silverton Gaol and Historical Museum

4.6 ★★★★★ (195 reviews)

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Location: Burke Street Silverton NSW

Tel:  8-8088-5317

Web Address:   https://brokenhillhistoricalsociety.com/our-museums/silverton-gaol-museum/

5. Historic Daydream Mine

4.5 ★★★★★ (299 reviews)

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Location: 20 Klms along Turn right go 12 8 klms Silverton Rd. Silverton NSW

Tel:  427-885-682

Web Address:   http://daydreammine.com.au/

4. Mundi Mundi Lookout

4.7 ★★★★★ (375 reviews)

Location: S Broken Hill Silverton NSW

3. Mad Max 2 Museum

4.4 ★★★★☆ (590 reviews)

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Location: Mad Max 2 Museum 9 Stirling St Silverton NSW

Tel:  8-8088-6128

Web Address:   https://facebook.com/MadMaxMuseum/

2. Pro Hart

4.6 ★★★★★ (628 reviews)

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Location: 108 Wyman Street Broken Hill NSW

Tel:  8-8087-2441

Web Address:   http://prohart.com.au/

1. Line of Lode Miners Memorial

4.4 ★★★★☆ (667 reviews)

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Location: Federation Way Broken Hill NSW

Tel:  8-8080-3560

Final Words:

Thank you for reading our list of the best things to do in Broken Hill, New South Wales! We hope it helped you plan the perfect itinerary for your next trip to this fantastic destination. Happy travels!

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