Welcome to ARMIDALE, population 25,000 and altitude 980 metres, on the Northern Tablelands of New South Wales, about half way between Sydney (560 km) and Brisbane (470 km) & 2 hours from the coast - Coffs Harbour.

The inland University City of Australia, Armidale is an education centre of excellence, many old and historic schools and the University Of New England with 4,000 full time & 12,000 external students.

Easy access by air, fast train, car, bus and coach.

The Armidale district is famous for its superfine merino wool similar to that grown in Tasmania - the best in the world.
4 distinct seasons make for a comfortable break from the heat and humidity of the coast.

Activities - Bushwalking and gentle walking, gem stone fossicking, trout and fly fishing, horse riding, golf, tennis, bowls, farm stay, spectacular gorge country, Historic homesteads, helicopter flights, 400 metre waterfalls, cool rainforests.

Accommodation - an excellent choice of self contained holiday cottages, B and Bs, guest houses, motels and historic hotels and inns.
Dining - Wide choice of cafes, coffee shops, bakeries, and fine dining.

For the best in Hospitality and Value choose from our Recommended Accommodation providers presented below.