Hotels & Accommodation in Campbelltown
Campbelltown is a suburb in southwestern Sydney with a strong history dating back to 1820. Bordered by the Georges River on one side and rolling hills on the other, Campbelltown offers the perfect combination of city and country.
Explore historic Campbelltown by taking the Campbelltown Heritage Walk, which will lead you past many of the suburb's old buildings, from slab huts to grand old manors, including the old Post Office, CBC Bank, Dredges Cottage and Warbys Barn.
Visit the Campbelltown Arts Centre, a state-of-the-art facility that hosts an annual program of contemporary arts workshops encompassing music, film, dance, literature and more. The centre also features the Koshigaya-tei, a Japanese Teahouse and garden that was a gift from Campbelltown's sister city in Japan.
The Fisher's Ghost Festival is an annual event in Campbelltown. The festival takes its name from a mysterious incident that occurred in 1826. Local farmer Frederick Fisher disappeared one day and, according to folklore, his ghost appeared sitting on a fence rail just south of the town where he was spotted, and pointed to the site where his body was later found. Today the festival is held every November and features fairground rides and entertainment, as well as various other activities celebrating the legend.
Campbelltown is also home to the Wests Tigers rugby league team, with many of their games played at Campbelltown Stadium.
The main shopping area in Campbelltown is the Campbelltown Mall. It's spread across three floors and features large department stores and many boutique shops. It also encompasses an entertainment and dining precinct.
Get out and explore the stunning national parks and wildife trails in the area. The Georges River Nature Reserve borders the city and features flowing streams, dramatic rock formations and a huge variety of flora and fauna. Why not enjoy a horse ride through the countryside, or take in the scenery from the air with a hot air balloon ride? There is also skydiving and go-karting to be enjoyed.
Make the trip down to southern Sydney and explore Campbelltown with its rich heritage and strong culture, and get a taste of its unique charm.
