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Albury Visitor Information Centre

The Albury Visitor Information Centre is centrally located within the Albury LibraryMuseum.

Be inspired by the welcoming team and pick up an Albury Wodonga brochure to guide your visit to the region. Get help planning your time, grab regional maps and find accommodation. Remember your trip with a souvenir and take home some of the region’s best produce.

Long-vehicle parking is available on Stanley Street for those travelling in caravans, motor homes, and camper trailers. Take advantage of the free dump point and water facilities in the Albury Railway Station car park on Railway Place.

Monday to Friday: 10am – 5pm

Saturday: 10am – 3pm

Sunday: 10am – 2pm

Public Holidays: 10am – 2pm

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Albury Visitor Information Centre

The Albury Visitor Information Centre is centrally located within the Albury LibraryMuseum. Be inspired by the welcoming team and pick up an Albury Wodonga guide.

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Corner Kiewa and Swift Streets, Albury LibraryMuseum, Albury NSW 2640

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Welcome to Albury Wodonga, a natural meeting place in every way. Discover the best places to stay, eat or play, and the best experiences our cities have to offer.

Centrally located at the Albury LibraryMuseum, the Albury Visitor Information Centre team will ensure you have the local knowledge and everything you need to make your time in Albury Wodonga a thoroughly enjoyable experience.

With loads of activities and experiences on offer, the team will provide excellent ideas on places to explore in Albury Wodonga.

When visiting, pick up a list of upcoming events, request help finding accommodation, grab local and regional maps, or make use of their free wifi. Grab an Albury Wodonga Guide and city map for easy inspiration, and take a little Albury Wodonga home with you from the range of souvenirs and local produce in stock.

Corner of Kiewa & Swift Streets Albury, NSW 2640

Monday - Friday: 10am-5pm Saturday: 10am-3pm Sunday (and Public Holidays):  10am-2pm

540 Kiewa Street Albury, NSW 2640

Phone: 1300 252 879 Email: [email protected] Visit: visitalburywodonga.com

Borrow from our collections of books, DVDs, e-books and magazines; browse the internet on our computers, access free wifi, attend exciting exhibitions and programs, and meet up with friends for a coffee at Retro Lane Café.

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The Albury Visitor Information Centre is centrally located within the Albury LibraryMuseum.

Be inspired by the welcoming team and pick up an Albury Wodonga brochure to guide your visit to the region. Get help planning your time, grab regional maps and find accommodation. Remember your trip with a souvenir and take home some of the region’s best produce.

Long-vehicle parking is available on Stanley Street for those travelling in caravans, motor homes, and camper trailers. Take advantage of the free dump point and water facilities in the Albury Railway Station car park on Railway Place.

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The Albury Visitor Information Centre is located at the Albury LibraryMuseum on the corner of Kiewa Street and Swift Street.

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Two cities, two states, one very special destination.

Home to the winding Murray River and its waterways, Lake Hume, an array of food, cultural icons, contemporary museums, linkages to our migrant history, our indigenous people and secret resting spots around every corner.

Albury Wodonga is much more than a place to visit. It’s a place to come, stay for a while, and live a little Albury Wodonga life with us.

A place where unfiltered, uncomplicated, refreshing connections just happen, naturally.

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Albury LibraryMuseum Corner Kiewa and Swift Streets Albury NSW 2640

1300 252 879 [email protected]

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Albury-Wodonga

• 1.1 History
• 2.1 By plane
• 2.3 By train
• 3 Get around

Albury-Wodonga is a twin city straddling the Murray River border of the two south-eastern Australian states of New South Wales and Victoria . Albury is the city on the New South Wales bank of the river, Wodonga the Victorian city on the southern bank. For all practical purposes related to travel, the two cities are one. The cities are a gateway to the gourmet area surrounding Beechworth, the mountain town of Bright and the Rutherglen winery area. They also make a good stopping-off point on the drive between Melbourne and Sydney .

Understand [ edit ]

Whilst in many senses Albury-Wodonga operates as a single community (sometimes to the dismay of residents), the twin cities possess parallel municipal governments and state government services. The closer proximity of Melbourne and the local predominance of Australian rules football perhaps give Albury a closer cultural affiliation with Victoria.

Grand plans were made by the Gough Whitlam government in the 1970s to turn Albury-Wodonga into a major inland city and the cities have grown rapidly from sleepy country towns to major regional centres.

The Albury-Wodonga Visitor Information Centre is on Lincoln Causeway (on what was once the Hume Highway) between the two cities. It is open 9AM-5PM daily.

History [ edit ]

The Wiradjuri people were probably the group of Indigenous Australians resident immediately before the advent of Europeans in the area in the 1820s-1830s. European settlement was first gazetted at this popular river crossing in 1839 and after a decade a small settlement was well established.

1851 saw the separation of Victoria from New South Wales as a separate colony with the Murray marking much of the border, and Albury and Wodonga developed as a border town, with customs points between a protectionist Victoria and a free trade favouring New South Wales.

A permanent bridge was built over the Murray river in 1860, with horse-drawn coach connections running between the train stations in Wodonga and New South Wales, each running trains on different railway gauges. Even after the rail bridge was built, trains from Victoria ran to Albury, and trains from New South Wales ran to Wodonga, as the governments could not agree on a common interchange station.

Albury eventually emerged as the choice for interchange, but the railway gauges remained incompatible until the 1960s when the standard gauge track was laid to Melbourne allowing the first trains to run from Sydney to Melbourne without a change in Albury. The size of Albury station still reflects this heritage.

Albury was also the focus of attempts to open up the inland trade along the Murray, with paddlesteamers seen as a technology that would open up large tracts of farmland to the market. Although strongly supported by the South Australian government the paddlesteamers were never really a financial success, but the wharves and paddlesteamers in Albury today are at least a tribute to the tenacity of the steamer pioneers.

Get in [ edit ]

By plane [ edit ]

A bus operates between the airport and the Albury city centre every 2 hours

By car [ edit ]

Albury-Wodonga is situated on the Hume Freeway/Highway , the most direct main road between Sydney (5.5 hours) and Melbourne (3 1/2 hours).

By train [ edit ]

Albury and Wodonga have played a major role in the history of Australian railways, forming the border post and change of railway gauge. Although the standard gauge line was extended to Melbourne to allow direct services in the 1960s, the intermediate stations (such as Wodonga), Wangaratta, etc., were only serviced by the Victorian trains. The Sydney to Melbourne trains would run express from Albury to Melbourne. In 2012 the standard gauge line was completed for the intermediate stations, meaning that the Sydney to Melbourne trains now stop at Wodonga. However, as part of the reconstruction, the Wodonga station was moved around 5 km from the Wodonga town centre. Albury station remains easily accessible to the Albury town centre.

-36.105846 146.871645 3 Wodonga Railway Station , 1 Carrolls Ln . Service information below ( updated Sep 2023 )

• NSW TrainLink run two services a day in each direction between Sydney and Melbourne . These trains stop only at Albury station.
• V/Line run three trains a day in each direction from Southern Cross Station in Melbourne . On weekdays they run an additional coach service connecting with the Melbourne train to and from Seymour. The coach service stops in the centre of town in Wodonga, away from the railway station. All V/Line trains stop at Wodonga and terminate in Albury.

If you do wish to take the train into Albury, however, it is recommended that you take the V/Line service from Melbourne, as it costs just $9.20 for an adult whereas from Sydney the cost is $92, a whopping 10 times the price.

By bus [ edit ]

V/Line operates daily buses from Albury to and from

Canberra (4 hours)

Adelaide (13 hours)

Kerang (6 hours)

Get around [ edit ]

In typical Australian fashion, the lack of cooperation between states has resulting in the lack of proper signage as both states don't really put the other state's city, making navigation quite difficult. However, within each city, signage to the respective CBD is well-signed, but it's still easy to get lost. Nevertheless, locals are almost always willing to help you.

Both Albury and Wodonga have extensive bus networks. There is also a bus that connects the two cities' CBDs that departs every 30 minutes.

See [ edit ]

• -36.079102 146.916349 1 Albury Library Museum , 540 Kiewa Street, Albury ( corner of Swift St ). M, W, Th 10AM-7PM, Tu, F 10AM-5PM, Sa 10AM-4PM, Su noon-4PM . The building houses a museum, library, and gallery exhibition space.  
• -36.081009 146.909247 2 Botanic Gardens , Wodonga Place, Albury ( corner of Dean St ).  
• -36.080615 146.916544 4 Murray Art Museum Albury , 546 Dean St, Albury , ☏ +61 2 6043 5800 . M-F 10am-5pm, Sa-Su 10am-4pm . ( updated Mar 2020 )
• -36.1238 146.8892 1 The Cube Wodonga , ☏ +61 2 6022 9311 . M-F 10AM-4PM . Main event centre and theatre in Wodonga with dance, music and comedy shows as well as a cafe. ( updated Sep 2023 )

Do [ edit ]

• Nail Can Hill Walking Track . Just west of central Albury.  
• Cycle . Along Lake Hume to Tallangatta , on the High Country Rail Trail. You can start from the visitor centre, or from the south of the town.  
• -36.082969 146.907039 2 Albury Swim Centre , 441 Wodonga Pl ( Wodonga Place and Hume Highway ), ☏ +61 2 6021 3011 . Great place to spend a summer's day. Three pools and a water slide. Kiddy pool is big and under shade. Slide is 3 stories high and fast. Good coffee and decent pool food available at the cafe. ( updated Sep 2023 )
• Lake Hume , Lake Rd and Springdate Rd, Albury . Man-made reservoir with swimming and boat rental. Great on a hot day.  
• Kayak , Lake Rd and Springdate Rd, Albury . Hire a kayak and float down the Murray River, which winds through Albury.  

Buy [ edit ]

Both Albury and Wodonga have many large department stores to cater to their growing population. Whether you prefer a large shopping complex with many of the popular chain stores, or the more unique boutique stores, tucked away in a quieter location, you'll definitely fine somewhere to enjoy a browse. Pop into one of the many cafes and coffee shops for a recharge when you need one.

Eat [ edit ]

• Deli Bean Cafe , 237 Beechworth Rd, Wodonga . Best coffee in Wodonga. Nice decor and friendly service too.  
• Electra Cafe , Shop 3, 441 Dean St, Albury , ☏ +61-2-6021-7200 . The cafe rather daringly calls itself "halfway between Oxford Street ( Sydney ) and Brunswick Street ( Melbourne )". The coffee doesn't come close to living up to Sydney's standards, let alone Melbourne's, but it's a good place to eat if you want something a bit more novel than most of the country-town milkbar fare at many of the other cafes. The scrambled eggs with pesto on the breakfast menu is worthwhile.  
• Gallery Cafe Dean Street , Shop 6, 499 Dean St, Albury , ☏ +61-2-6041-1099 . A fairly standard country-town cafe. It does freshly squeezed juices and tasty focaccias. The open grills are suited to people who like an enormous amount of cheese.  
• -36.0809 146.9188 1 green zebra , 484 Dean St Albury , ☏ +61 2 6023 1100 , [email protected] . M-F 7:30AM-6PM Sa 7:30AM-4PM Su 7:30AM-3PM . Fresh pasta made in house, eat-in breakfast, lunch and dinner, and easy-to-cook meals to take home. ( updated Jun 2017 )

Drink [ edit ]

• Qfood , 1/555 Dean Street, Albury ( Look for the orange umbrellas opposite the art gallery in the main street (Dean St) ), ☏ +61 260211994 . 7:30AM-3PM . Great cafe, local food, locally roasted coffee made professionally, good service, very clean, feels good!  

Sleep [ edit ]

• Albury Tourist Park ( formerly Albury Motor Village ), 372 Wagga Road, Lavington ( Wagga Road is the street name of the Hume Highway in north Albury ), ☏ +61-2-6040-2999 , toll-free: 1800 624 520 , [email protected] . 8AM-8PM . Doubles as the YHA hostel. Dorm beds from $19.50 .  
• Australia Park Motel , Wodonga Place, Albury , ☏ +61 2 6021 6000 . Located in a beautiful part of Albury close to the Murray River, parks, shops, and sporting facilities. Guest laundry, a large swimming pool, barbecue and licensed restaurant. A renovated 3-bedroom cottage next door for families wanting self-contained accommodation.  
• Blazing Stump Motel & Suites , 4327 Anzac Parade, Wodonga ( Through Wodonga City Centre: Follow Hume Highway to the second Wodonga turnoff. Turn Right at lights onto High St for another 2 km through traffic lights and over railway line. Proceed in your left lane and at Tower Roundabout (large oval roundabout with water tower) Take the Thomas Mitchell Drive exit (your third turnoff between Mobil Service Station and Hollywood's Cafe) Follow Thomas Mitchell Drive for 2.5 km through roundabout, over railway line and straight through 3 roundabouts passing Bunnings, we are on the right hand side ), ☏ +61 2 6056 3433 .  
• Comfort Inn and Suites Georgian , 599 Young Street, Albury ( On the old Hume Highway close to Albury's centre, opposite the Bunnings warehouse ), ☏ +61-2-6021-8744 . A comfortable motel sleeping 2-3 adults in most rooms and up to 7 people in the larger Family rooms. The motel has undertaken extensive renovations and has a large range of luxury rooms available. The motel is along the old Hume Hwy, which was bypassed in 2007. The motel is now located just off the Hume Hwy, via the main Albury city centre (Riverina hwy) exit. Double rooms from $130 .  
• Commodore Motor Inn , 515 Kiewa St, Albury , ☏ +61 2 6021-3344 , toll-free: 1800 674 555 , fax : +61 2 6041-2947 . 36 rooms, a fully licensed à la carte restaurant, fax and photocopying service and high-speed internet.  
• Enjoy Albury , Albury , ☏ +61 416 094 936 . Rental house with 5 bedrooms. Spa bath, in-house movies, pool table, tennis table, swimming pool, pinball machines.  
• Lake Hume Tourist Park , Lake Hume Village . If you need a bit more space for the kids, this place offers larger cabin style rooms, a tennis court, swimming pool and mini-golf, just a short walk from the Hume Dam.  
• Quest Albury , 550 Kiewa St, Albury , ☏ +61 2 6058 0900 . Check-in: 2PM , check-out: 10AM . The only 4½ hotel star in Albury city centre. Serviced apartment-style accommodation featuring self-contained studios and 1-3 bedroom apartments with full kitchen & laundry facilities. Restaurant, day spa, undercover parking. Accommodating nightly, weekly and long term stays. $135 .  
• -36.1125 146.86666 1 Wodonga Caravan and Cabin Park , 186 Melbourne Road, Wodonga , ☏ +61 2-6024-2598 . Check-in: 2PM , check-out: 10AM . Easily accessible from the Hume Freeway when travelling north from Melbourne or south from Sydney. Self-contained en suite cabins from $63 (exc. linen), $71.50 (with linen). Caravan sites from $25 per night. .  

Go next [ edit ]

The main routes out of Albury-Wodonga are the Hume Highway (between Sydney and Melbourne), Murray Valley Highway (a scenic route along the Murray River, the Riverina Highway (a route linking Albury and Deniliquin), and the Olympic Highway (links Albury with Wagga Wagga and Bathurst and provides an alternate route to Sydney).

Off the major roads are notable towns of:

• Beechworth - Known for its gourmet food and small craft boutiques. Bakery being so famous that it's spread all over Victoria and in some areas of NSW
• Bright - About an hours drive, in the heart of the high country.
• Rutherglen - 30 minutes away, featuring many surrounding wineries known for their reds.

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Journey to Albury: Where New South Wales Meets Victoria

Nestled on the southern border of New South Wales, Albury offers visitors a harmonious blend of urban sophistication and natural beauty. As a bustling regional city, Albury is more than just a gateway between NSW and Victoria; it's a vibrant destination that showcases the best of Australian inland cities.

When one thinks of Albury NSW, a picture of the iconic Murray River might come to mind, winding its way gracefully alongside the town and offering serene spots for picnics, boat rides, and leisurely strolls. But Albury's appeal doesn't end at its riverbanks. Its arts scene is buzzing, with galleries and live performance venues bringing culture to life in this corner of New South Wales. Additionally, cafes, boutique shops, and eateries dotted across the town add a contemporary feel, ensuring that every traveller finds something that resonates with their taste.

Being well-situated, those venturing from Albury to Melbourne or vice versa often find themselves enchanted by what Albury has to offer, making it a favoured stop for both relaxation and adventure. As we embark on this journey through Albury, prepare to discover the uniqueness that has etched this city onto the travel maps of many explorers, both domestic and international.

Albury's Strategic Location: Connecting NSW and Victoria

Albury's geographical position is more than a mere point on the map; it's a symbol of unity and convergence between two of Australia's most prominent states, New South Wales and Victoria. Situated right on the border, Albury stands as a sentinel, marking the melding of two distinct cultures, economies, and landscapes.

This border-town status has rendered Albury a strategic hub, acting as a key transit point for goods, services, and travellers alike. It's not just a gateway but also a melting pot, where the vibrant ethos of New South Wales harmoniously meets the Victorian spirit.

The route from Albury to Melbourne has long been considered one of the most essential corridors of connectivity in the region. Frequent travellers and businesses alike can attest to the convenience of this route. With well-maintained roads and regular rail services, the journey showcases the diverse landscapes of southeastern Australia, making the trip as picturesque as it is efficient.

But the ease of transit isn't the only benefit of Albury's prime location. Being the connecting dot between two state capitals, Albury has imbibed the best of both worlds, offering a unique blend of experiences for those who choose to linger a little longer. Whether you're a Melbournian seeking the distinctive vibes of New South Wales or a Sydneysider venturing south, Albury effortlessly serves as your introduction to the wonders of the neighbouring state.

Albury Population and More

As of 2022, Albury boasts a resident population of 56,598, distinguishing itself as a prominent regional city in New South Wales. When stacked against other towns in NSW, Albury's substantial population highlights its position as an essential hub, melding urban amenities with the enchantment of regional Australia.

With 56,598 residents, Albury showcases a rich tapestry of individuals and families, all drawn to the city for its perfect union of modern comforts and natural splendours. Despite its size, the city has successfully retained its tight-knit community spirit, typical of smaller townships, ensuring that both residents and visitors experience the warmth of local camaraderie alongside urban conveniences.

Must-Visit Spots: Things to Do in Albury

Albury is more than just statistics and strategic positioning; it's a trove of experiences waiting to be discovered. If you're wondering about the things to do in Albury, you're in for a delightful surprise:

Murray River Adventures: As the lifeblood of the region, the Murray River offers a plethora of activities. From serene boat rides to fishing excursions, the river provides endless fun.

Albury Botanic Gardens: An oasis in the city, these gardens showcase a diverse range of flora, providing a serene spot for picnics, walks, and relaxation.

Albury LibraryMuseum: A blend of history and literature, this modern facility delves into Albury's past while offering a wide selection of books and interactive displays.

Monument Hill: For panoramic views of the city and its surroundings, a visit to Monument Hill is a must. The war memorial here stands as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by local heroes.

Regional Art Gallery: Celebrate the artistic flair of the region with a visit to this gallery. With rotating exhibitions, it highlights the talents of local and national artists.

Walking and Cycling Trails: For those keen on staying active, Albury offers numerous trails weaving through its picturesque landscapes.

The Rich History of Albury, New South Wales

Albury's legacy is as vast and intricate as the winding Murray River that runs alongside it. A visit to Albury New South Wales isn't merely a contemporary escapade; it's a journey back in time. Each corner of the city, each cobblestone, narrates tales of a bygone era, echoing the footsteps of the generations that came before.

One of the defining moments of Albury's history was its establishment in the 19th century as a customs post when customs duties were collected between the colonies of Victoria and New South Wales. This pivotal role gave it strategic importance in the economic and political landscape of the region.

Landmarks such as the Albury Railway Station, one of Australia's longest railway platforms, are silent testimonies to the town's importance in connecting regions. Meanwhile, buildings like the Albury Town Hall and the Albury Post Office, with their heritage architecture, give a glimpse into the city's vibrant past.

But history is not merely confined to buildings. The Wiradjuri people, the traditional custodians of the land, have their tales woven deep into the fabric of Albury. Their presence, traditions, and art offer invaluable insights into Australia's rich indigenous culture and its harmonious bond with the land.

Conclusion: Albury as a Unique NSW Destination

Throughout this exploration of Albury, it's evident that the city stands as more than just another dot on the New South Wales map. From its strategic positioning bridging Victoria and New South Wales to its bustling population; from its plethora of activities that cater to varied interests to the rich historical tapestry that sets Albury New South Wales apart — Albury undeniably presents itself as a must-visit destination in NSW. Whether you're retracing history, soaking in nature, or immersing yourself in art and culture, Albury promises a unique experience, making it a jewel in New South Wales' travel crown.

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15 Best Things to Do in Albury (Australia)

As it meanders across Australia’s inland plains the Murray River is the natural boundary between the states of Victoria and New South Wales .

One city on the north bank is Albury, which forms a cross-river conurbation with its twin, Wodonga , on the Victoria side.

Albury grew up as a transport hub, at the point where people changed trains travelling between Sydney and Melbourne.

These days the city gives you dumbfounding natural beauty, abundant greenery, lots of opportunities for fun in the open-air but also culture at a city museum and art museum, both redeveloped since the 2000s.

The Murray River is a constant draw, for the parks and wetlands on its banks, but also epic Lake Hume, a reservoir created upstream 100 years ago.

1. Albury Botanic Gardens

The city’s delightful botanic gardens have been around since 1877 when the Mayor of Albury planted an English elm.

In dainty beds and groves of specimen trees there are more than 1,000 plant species at Albury Botanic Gardens, from 450 genera and 95 plant families.

The biggest feather in the gardens’ cap is the collection of rainforest species, and you can discover these on the Rainforest Walk, leading you past a host of beautiful trees and ferns like a bleeding heart, Australian teak, native quince, weeping lilly pilly, firewheel tree, water gum and Illawarra flame tree, on a relaxed 40-minute stroll.

For younger visitors there’s the Children’s Garden, with a life-sized dinosaur with interactive speaking tubes, a fairy temple and troll caves.

2. Murray Art Museum (MAMA)

After a multimillion-dollar overhaul, Albury’s regional art gallery reopened in 2015 as a slick contemporary art experience.

Even the building is a work of art, with a facade designed as a 24-hour “art skin”, for kinetic art, projections and lighting.

This is all attached to the original venue, at what used to be Albury’s town hall, built in 1907. As for exhibitions, MAMA combines travelling shows with art that gives a sense of place and identity for Albury and its indigenous people.

When we put this list together in early 2020, there was an exhibition about the Murray Darling River system, photography in rural Australia from the early 20th century and, Little Gems, a multi-discipline show by decorative artist Kate Rohde.

3. Monument Hill

The west end of Albury’s main thoroughfare, Dean Street, culminates with a hill that in 1924 was crowned with a memorial to mark the First World War.

This white monument by architect Louis Harrison can be seen across Albury, and a few decades later was joined by the Memorial Bowl to honour those who served in the Second World War.

You can hike up the wooded hillside from the city centre, and at this elevation you’ll be wowed by an all-encompassing view of the region.

When we wrote this article in early 2020 work was underway to improve the roadways, park furniture, lighting and landscaping at the foot of the monument.

4. Lake Hume and the Hume Dam

The Murray River is dammed a few kilometres east of Albury to form the enormous Lake Hume, estimated to hold more than five times the volume of Sydney Harbour.

The dam itself, built between 1919 and 1935, is a landmark in its own right, at 51 metres high and 1,615 metres long.

You can walk along the dam wall, for exhilarating views of the lake and Mount Granya rising in the east.

You can go camping on the lakeshore, and if you get hold of a Victorian state fishing licence there are plentiful freshwater fish like carp, redfin, brown trout, rainbow trout, golden perch and Murray cod in the lake.

5. Wonga Wetlands

West of Albury there’s a system of billabongs and lagoons spread over 80 hectares on the Murray River floodplain.

The Wonga Wetlands is actually a work in progress, being recovered from former grazing land using treated wastewater from Albury.

Almost 160 bird species have been counted in this habitat, which also grows scar trees and river red gums dating back six centuries.

There are three walking trails to help you encounter the Wonga Wetland, and you can marvel at its wildlife through six bird hides.

The Wiradjuri Campsite has been set up by the local indigenous Wiradjuri people, recreating a settlement’s cooking, sleeping, tool-making areas, as well an area for ceremonial dance.

The reserve’s visitor centre is in a homestead dating back to the 1890s and gives you extra context about the floodplain, its history and inhabitants.

6. Noreuil Park

Albury’s best-loved riverside park is within a kilometre of Albury’s CBD and is a go-to for warm afternoons in the summer.

The calm Murray River is ideal for a whole host of activities, from swimming to paddle boarding, canoeing and kayaking.

You can jog, cycle or wander along the foreshore, under the canopy of mature trees, and there are lots of picnic tables or grassy spots where you can throw down a blanket and idle away a few hours.

The River Deck is on the water’s edge and has a terrace beneath leafy elms and plane trees where you can watch the river drifting by.

7. Yindyamarra Sculpture Walk (Wagirra Trail)

The Wagirra Trail takes you along the Murray River from the south of Albury out to the Murray Wetlands, connecting with a network of other footpaths along the route.

It’s a gorgeous way to get out into the nature around Albury, two metres wide and weaving through quiet riverside parks.

Recently, the five-kilometre stretch between Kremur Street and Wonga Wetlands has been enhanced with sculptures by local Aboriginal artists.

These works are explained by interpretative panels and little videos that you can open on your smartphone, going into depth on local Aboriginal history and the significance of the Murray River.

8. Albury LibraryMuseum

In 2007, Albury’s city library and museum were put under one impressive modern roof, in an award-winning building designed by the renowned firm, Ashton Raggatt McDougall.

For people from out of town, the Albury LibraryMuseum is both a 21st-century landmark and a place to tap into Albury’s story.

The permanent exhibition, Crossing Place looks at the settlement of this land, by the indigenous Wiradjuri people and eventually Europeans, calling on artefacts, audio recordings, photography and footage.

Charting Albury’s 20th-century development are lots of interesting pieces of ephemera, from the railway, hospitals, sports clubs, schools, cinemas and much more.

There’s also a compelling exhibition about the local early aviation firm Robbins and Porter, as well as at least four short-term shows on at any one time.

9. Oddies Creek Park

Cross the Murray River from Victoria via the Lincoln Causeway and you’ll be at this well-appointed park with grassy spaces and tall, mature gum trees.

Oddies Creek Park needs to be on your radar if you have children, thanks to a massive adventure playspace that attracts more than 100,000 people each year.

The main structure here is five metres tall and has ramps to accommodate wheelchair users.

There’s a 30-metre flying fox, swings, slides of all sizes, a climbing net and a sandpit.

Parents have plenty of seating if they need to take timeout, while the wider park is equipped with shelters and picnic and barbecue areas.

10. Albury Swim Centre

Right on the Murray River in Hovell Tree Park sits Albury’s outdoor swimming centre, open September to April.

This is the prime place for residents and visitors to take it easy and cool off on a hot summer’s day.

The main pool is Olympic sized (50 metres), with eight lanes, complemented by a heated 25-metre pool, a pool for babies and toddlers with shade sails, as well as a giant water slide.

The pools are surrounded by grassy space with ample shade and picnic facilities.

You can grab snacks and cold drinks at the kiosk, or bring your own food and drink for a barbecue.

11. Rutherglen Wine Region

Albury is on the northeastern shoulder of a wine region that encompasses a big patch of North East Victoria.

This centres on the town of Rutherglen, which has a winemaking heritage going all the way back to the gold rush in the middle of the 19th century.

The Rutherglen Wine Region is famed for its crisp whites (Chardonnay, Marsanne) and complex reds (Durif, Tempranillo, Cabernet Sauvignon), but its high reputation comes from sweet fortified wines like Muscat and Topaque.

In fact, this is Australia’s fortified wine capital and there are more than 20 wineries and cellar doors within an easy trip of Albury.

If you have to pick just one, consider the All Saints Estate in Wahgunyah, presided over by an 1864 castle-style mansion at the end of a regal elm avenue.

12. Canoeing on the Murray River

Some of the best canoeing and kayaking in regional Australia can be done on the Murray River, and there are two main companies for waterborne adventures, both based at Noreuil Park.

These are Canoe the Murray, and Murray River Canoe Hire, offering guided or self-guided trips.

Both have a big range of craft, from sit-on-top kayaks to double and triple canoes, catering to everyone from beginners to experienced paddlers.

As for duration, you can also choose anything from 90 minutes to a full five-day odyssey.

Life jackets, paddles and drop-off are all included in the price and you’ll be free to travel downriver at a leisurely or more vigorous pace.

Keep your eyes peeled and you may catch sight of a platypus on the way.

13. Albury Railway Station

When it opened in 1882 Albury Railway Station was the terminus for the Main Southern Line, 642 kilometres from its starting point in Sydney.

The Italianate station building was designed by prominent railway engineer/architect John Whitton as an opulent emblem of NSW colonial pride, in direct competition with neighbouring Victoria.

There’s a clock-tower crested by a cupola and a central hall with vaulting ceiling ten metres high.

For decades until 1962 Albury was one of the Australia’s most important stations, as there was a difference in gauge between NSW’s and Victoria’s railways, so passengers had to change here on their journeys between Sydney and Melbourne.

To make this possible, one of the longest covered platforms in the country was built at Albury, still in place and more than 300 metres long.

14. St Matthew’s Church

The cross on top of the steeple of this neo-Gothic church just in from Dean Street is the highest point in Albury’s CBD.

The building was first completed in 1859 and then given a chancel in the 1870s.

But a devastating fire in 1990 means that St Matthew’s is an intriguing mishmash from different periods.

The west wall and base of the tower are the oldest portions dating from that initial buildings, while the chancel remains largely the same, about 150 years after it was completed.

The remainder of the church, including the nave and steeple, is around 30 years old.

In the tower is a tolling bell cast in Glastonbury, England, while the Finchman pipe organ was produced in Victoria and installed in 1876.

15. Visitor Information Centre

If you’re stepping off the train in Albury and need some orientation, the Visitor Information Centre is right in front, in a lovely old detached house with a neat formal garden.

This is part of the historic Railway Precinct, and as you’d hope is a goldmine of info on attractions, tourist trails, upcoming events, accommodation and more.

You can pick a handful of maps and leaflets, make the most of free Wi-Fi and even organise things like bike hire right here.

If you’re using a caravan then there’s a free dump point and water facilities right beside the centre.

15 Best Things to Do in Albury (Australia):

• Albury Botanic Gardens
• Murray Art Museum (MAMA)
• Monument Hill
• Lake Hume and the Hume Dam
• Wonga Wetlands
• Noreuil Park
• Yindyamarra Sculpture Walk (Wagirra Trail)
• Albury LibraryMuseum
• Oddies Creek Park
• Albury Swim Centre
• Rutherglen Wine Region
• Canoeing on the Murray River
• Albury Railway Station
• St Matthew's Church
• Visitor Information Centre

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• Albury LibraryMuseum