The Parkes Visitor Information Centre services the entire Parkes Shire, including Parkes, Peak Hill, Trundle, Tullamore, and the surrounding heritage, nature, and space‑science attractions.
Parkes Visitor Information Centre
- Address: 66–78 Peak Hill Rd, Parkes NSW 2870
- Phone: (02) 6862 6000
- Rating: 4.7 ★ (122 reviews)
- Type: Tourist Information Centre / Visitor Centre
Located at the Henry Parkes Centre, it sits alongside four major museums, making it one of the region’s most comprehensive visitor hubs.
What’s at the Henry Parkes Centre (same location)
The Visitor Information Centre is co‑located with:
- The King’s Castle Elvis Exhibit
- Parkes Motor Museum
- Henry Parkes Museum
- Antique Machinery Collection
This makes it a combined cultural, heritage, and tourism precinct.
What Area It Caters For
The centre supports visitors across the Parkes Shire, including:
1. Parkes Township (Primary Hub)
- CSIRO Parkes Radio Telescope (“The Dish”)
- Henry Parkes Centre museums
- Annual Parkes Elvis Festival
- Heritage walks and local dining
2. Peak Hill
- Peak Hill Gold Mine
- Nature walks and heritage sites
3. Trundle
- Trundle ABBA Festival
- Longest wooden verandah pub in NSW
4. Tullamore
- Rural touring routes
- Agricultural and outback experiences
5. Regional Touring Corridors
- Newell Highway
- Central West heritage and nature loops
Services Provided
The Parkes Visitor Information Centre typically offers:
- Regional maps, brochures, and touring guides
- Information on “The Dish” and space‑science attractions
- Museum entry information and ticketing
- Accommodation and dining recommendations
- Event and festival details
- Souvenirs and local artisan products
- Advice on national parks and walking trails
Summary
The Parkes Visitor Information Centre is the central tourism hub for the Parkes Shire, supporting visitors with heritage attractions, space‑science experiences, festivals, and regional touring routes across the Central West.