Situated in the west central area is Orange, New South Wales. Located only 260 kilometers away from Sydney, it is an easy getaway for travelers and tourist alike. Its unique strategic location being located near Dubbo known as the cross roads of New South Wales and Bathurst, Australia's oldest inland settlement means you'll have tons of sites to see and visit. With all these great places to visit surrounding Orange it is no wonder that it is attracting tourists and visitors like a magnet.

With its previous name “Blackman's Swamp”, Orange is far from being damp and dreary. Beautiful parks and gardens that change color along with the season are scattered all over town on streets that are lined with tall shady trees giving it a picturesque appeal. Speaking of trees, you might think that oranges are the reason behind the name change of the city but the tree that is making a business in this town is apples! Orange is spreading its blessings by supplying apples to half of New South Wales. Apples aren't the only thing keeping this strong and busy city on its feet, being the largest city in the western district it attracts many eager visitors.

The harmony of both the old and the new can be seen all through the city. With modern skyscrapers side by side historical buildings rich in heritage, Orange is indeed an ideal place for its locals and visitors to admire and relax while strolling along the tree-lined streets. With so many things to do around Orange, you can pick your adventure based on the mood that you're in. Whether it’s as laid back as strolling down the old section of town and soaking in nature in one of its many gardens and parks or an adventurous hike around its different terrains and exploring nature and all its glory, there is something for everyone.

Explore the mountains and many caves filled with arches and tunnels like Abercrombie cave that offers tours to visitors along with many outdoor activities such as fishing, camping, hiking and even searching for gold! Some caves and areas require a 4WD like Nangar Ridge but the effort is well worth it when you're greeted with a breath taking view of the ridge and all its beauty. With Nanger ridge comes Nangar National Park that is equally a site to behold with nature all around. When all the fun is over and you are ready to hit the sack, you can choose from the many accommodations available all throughout Orange. You can even sleep under the stars in one of the caravan parks.

Finish your thrill seeking adventure by admiring Orange with a view from the top literally! Canowindra is a small village that is a short drive away and is famous for being the Hot Air Ballooning Capital of Australia. This offers locals and visitors a ride of a life time. You'll never run out of activities and sites to behold in Orange, it really is worth the visit!