Five things to see and do

Relive The Gold Rush

Witness working life of the gold rush at the Venus Gold Battery – Queensland’s oldest surviving battery. Built in 1872, the Venus ‘Stamp’ Battery was the goldfield’s second permanent mill and was used for crushing ore, which is the start of the gold extraction process – and history still stands today.

Texas Longhorns

Visit a place where the Aussie bush, meets the Old West – Australia’s very own ‘Texas in the Outback’. Often referred to as the ‘horniest place in town’, Texas Longhorns is home to one of the largest herds of Longhorn cattle outside of Texas, and a other bovine beauties like water buffalo. Top off your tour with an Aussie billy tea and damper! Visit seasonally between May-October.

Visit Ravenswood

Journey to the neighbouring township of Ravenswood – a historic mining town, with gold exploration and processing still in operation. Uniquely, enjoy an arts trail through the town, which includes all things from goat sculptures and community garden mosaics, and finish up at the famous Whiskey Bar for a ghostly tale over a classy tipple.

Ghosts Of Gold

Unearth the ghostly stories and unique history that is the foundation of this country town. Meander the Heritage Walking Trail, while away hours in the Zara Clark Museum, or hire the ‘Ghosts of Gold’ self-drive audio tour from the Visitor Information Centre.

Towers Hill Sunsets

An outback adventure isn’t complete without vast open skies to enjoy a sunset, and the best seat in town is atop Towers Hill – complete with military fortifications, Augmented reality experiences, and cute wallaby friends.