Frequently Asked Questions
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Where is Gundagai?
Gundagai is four hours drive south of Sydney, five hours drive north of Melbourne and two hours west of Canberra. Gundagai is an easily accessible town, just off the M31 Hume Highway.
What is Gundagai’s climate?
The Gundagai lies on 221m above sea level The climate in Gundagai is warm and temperate. There is significant rainfall throughout the year in Gundagai. Even the driest month still has a lot of rainfall. In Gundagai, the average annual temperature is 15.4 °C. The rainfall here is around 706 mm per year.
What is the average monthly temperature?
January is the warmest month of the year. The temperature in January averages 23.5 °C. In July, the average temperature is 7.6 °C. It is the lowest average temperature of the whole year.
Is there a Visitor Information Centre?
The Gundagai Visitor Information Centre is located on Sheridan Street across the road from the Gundagai District Services Club. It is a place to find out about what to see and where to go in Gundagai, and also experience Rusconi’s Marble Masterpiece.
What historical places can I visit in Gundagai?
Gundagai has a rich and diverse history, with so much to keep the history buff intrigued for days on end. From the Gabriel Gallery to the Prince Alfred Bridge and the Gundagai Historic Museum on exhibition, to the Heritage buildings lining the main street of Gundagai, and the many other historic attractions along Sheridan Street. Gundagai is filled to the brim with amazing history.
Where are the best places to eat and drink in Gundagai?
There are plenty of great spots to eat and drink in Gundagai. We pride ourselves on our excellent coffee, with our cafes producing great coffee. If a nice morning breakfast is what your after, the Coffee Pedaler offer great affordable meals. If dinner and drinks is what your after Lotts Family Hotel and the Criterion Hotel are conveniently located in the main street have lovely beer gardens great for relaxing and watching the sunset. There’s also a great District Services Club that offer great meals and drinks. Take your pick, or check out our eat & drink section.
What is there to do in Gundagai after- dark?
There are a handful of great pubs and club to have a refreshing beverage in Gundagai. Enjoy dinner with family and friends, while watching the sunset in our numerous beer gardens.
Where are the best places to cycle in Gundagai?
We have created a large array of trails and cycling paths around the township with routes being added to this map constantly. With wide streets, beautiful heritage and architecture and scenery, there are so many opportunities for trails around Gundagai. We also have a great Pump Track and Skate Park for people wanting a bit more paced riding.
When do the Snake Gully Cup Races take place?
The Snake Gully Cup Races take place every November. With two full race days, the popular fashions on the field, family fun and top sponsors, the Snake Gully Cup Carnival makes a great time to come and visit and enjoy Gundagai.
How to we do the Old Gundagai Gaol Self-Guided Tour?
Self-guided audio tours are available daily between the times of 9am – 3:30pm. All you need to do is visit the friendly team at the Gundagai Visitor Information Centre and pick up a key, a map, an audio set and pay a small $10..00pp fee and head up to the Gaol located on Byron Street (two blocks from the Visitor Centre). The audio tour takes roughly 45 minutes to an hour to complete.