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Parkes Observatory

Parkes Observatory

3.1
0.0/5
Parkes · 17.5 km from downtown
Peakhill Open Cut Gold Mine

Peakhill Open Cut Gold Mine

2.6
0.0/5
Parkes · 46.2 km from downtown
Henry Parkes Centre

Henry Parkes Centre

2.5
0.0/5
Parkes · 2 km from downtown
Sydney Opera House
2026 Global 100 - Best Things to Do

Sydney Opera House

9.6
4.7/5
Australia · Sydney
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Taronga Zoo Sydney
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Taronga Zoo Sydney

9.1
4.6/5
Australia · Mosman
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25% offFrom US$29.85
Sydney Whale Watching Cruise
No. 3 of Best Things to Do in Australia

Sydney Whale Watching Cruise

9.1
4.4/5
Australia · Sydney
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From US$70.29
Blue Mountains National Park
2026 Global 50 - Spring Outings

Blue Mountains National Park

8.4
4.6/5
Australia · Sydney
Free attraction
SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium
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SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium

8.3
4.6/5
Australia · Sydney
43% offFrom US$28.04
Scenic World
No. 9 of Best Things to Do in New South Wales

Scenic World

7.8
4.6/5
Australia · Katoomba
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From US$42.18
Kelly Reserve

Kelly Reserve

2.5
0.0/5
Parkes · 1.5 km from downtown

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Frequently asked questions

What is Parkes famous for?

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Parkes is known for its wealth of attractions and things to do. Here are a few highlights: Parkes Observatory, Peakhill Open Cut Gold Mine, and Henry Parkes Centre.