Campbelltown has become a very diverse suburb in Sydney. It is easy to get to Campbeltown by railways or the M5 motorways.

Campbelltown has many cute cottages, some of which are very ancient. Some cottages also have 2 or 3 floors with a big terrace. Some of the bungalows are as old as the 19th century. There are very ancient buildings of the Victoria, Gothic and Georgian era. Visitors who love ancient buildings and townships should not miss this town. It takes you back to the good olden days.

History of Campbelltown

Campbeltown has a story to tell about how it became historic. Cattle were brought here by the First Fleet in the year 1788. The cattle got spread. The Aboriginals spotted the cattle. The Tharawals left behind rock art site which depicted these cattle. Early Britishers identified these sites somewhere between Camden and Liverpool.

Some other places which were identified were the well endowed green fields. John Macarthus believed that there was enough potential for sheep rearing here and requested the Government to grant him 5000 acres of land and promised the Government about the potentiality here.

Governor Macquaire affirmed that he wanted to build a township. This is how Campbelltown came into being; it was named in memory of his wife Elizabeth.

Rich heritage of Campbelltown and Cultural Walk

Visitors would be enthralled when they take a walk through the streets of Campbelltown. The historic images and the buildings of the Gothic, Victorian and Georgian origin would leave the visitors spellbound and it would take them back to the ancient times.

Things to Do

Visitors could also have a good time adventuring into golf, horse riding, skating at the parks and many more fun activities.

Tourists could also enroll for short term golf courses.

Markets in Campbelltown

Campbelltown is a shopper’s paradise. There is plethora of items related to ancient crafts and arts items.
There are bargain markets which are open on every alternate Sunday. The Bradbury market has a full-fledged shopping centre which has a variety of arts and crafts. Lovers of arts and crafts would love this place every bit.

Lodging and Boarding facilities at Campbelltown Hotels

There are many options to choose from; right from the economy class hotels to the luxury hotels. Tourists can decide the hotels as per their budget. There are economy hotels at Motel Formula 1. Visitors who have brought their families along can choose family suites. Rydges hotel is a very elegant hotel which is close to the central part of the town and it boasts of a four and half star lodging and boarding accommodation.

How can tourists get to Campbelltown

It is close to a sixty minute drive from Sydney. There are railways which are quite convenient if you have to travel from one place to another. Similarly if you love driving, then it is advised you take the M5 Motorway and exit at the Campbeltown exit.

More Visitor Information:

Visitors can take guidance from the Quondong Cottage for more details.