January 2026 School Holiday Tours at Bathurst Goldfields

Looking for fun school holiday activities in Bathurst?

Dust off your boots, gather the kids, and step back into the gold rush days with our summer holiday public tours at Bathurst Goldfields!

Bring the family along for an afternoon of stories, history, and a little bit of adventure as you wander through our goldfields re-enactment village. You’ll explore our Museum, Steam Shed and Blacksmith Shop, hear a few yarns from days gone by, and finish off panning for gold in our Panning Ponds. (Yes—for real gold.) The kids will be talking about it for days.

Tour Dates – January School Holidays

Each tour runs for 2 hours, giving you plenty of time to explore the village, hear the stories, and try your luck at gold panning.

Running every Tuesday and Thursday throughout January on the following dates:

• Tuesday 6 Jan, 1:00pm – 3:00pm

• Thursday 8 Jan, 1:00pm – 3:00pm

• Tuesday 13 Jan, 1:00pm – 3:00pm

• Thursday 15 Jan, 1:00pm – 3:00pm

• Tuesday 20 Jan, 1:00pm – 3:00pm

• Thursday 22 Jan, 1:00pm – 3:00pm

• Tuesday 27 Jan, 1:00pm, – 3:00pm

• Thursday 29 Jan, 1:00pm – 3:00pm

Tickets:

• Adults: $30

• Children (Primary School Age): $20

• Family of 4 (2 adults + 2 kids): $80

• 5 years & under: Free — bring the littlies along!

If you’re looking for something fun, hands-on, and a little bit different these school holidays, this is it. A great way to explore the Goldfields and make some summer memories on the iconic slopes of Mount Panorama.

Important information:

No need to book — simply turn up on the day, and meet your guide on arrival.

Make sure to arrive by 12:45 pm so you’re all set for the 1:00 pm tour.

All children must be accompanied by an adult.

The entrance to Bathurst Goldfields is located at 428 Conrod Straight, Mount Panorama 2795 NSW – please follow the main driveway to our Office/Souvenir Shop to sign in and commence your tour.

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