Wentworth

Start at the Wentworth Visitor Information Centre to get your bearings, then make your way to Junction Park, where the Murray and Darling rivers meet. Follow the Wentworth Trail to uncover local stories, heritage buildings and landmarks including the Ferguson Tractor Monument, or step inside the historic Old Wentworth Gaol for a glimpse into the town’s colourful past. Nature takes centre stage at the Perry Sandhills, where towering red dunes create a striking landscape perfect for sunrise, sunset and sandboarding adventures. As day turns to night, head nearby to experience Fibre Optic Symphonic Orchestra (FOSO), artist Bruce Munro’s captivating after-dark installation inspired by the iconic Hills Hoist clothesline. A creative counterpart to Mildura’s Trail of Lights, FOSO reimagines each Hills Hoist as a musical instrument within a giant orchestra of light, blending colour, sound and movement into a mesmerising night-time experience unlike anything else in Australia.

Whether you’re after riverside luxury, a comfortable motel stay or a night under the stars, Wentworth offers something for every traveller. Wentworth Grande Resort, Two Rivers Motel, Darling Junction Motor Inn and Wentworth Central Motor Inn provide convenient accommodation close to the town centre and attractions. For those travelling with a caravan or looking to stay closer to nature, Wanderers Crossing River Retreat and Fort Courage Caravan Park offer peaceful settings near the water. If you’re looking for something truly different, venture around 30-minutes beyond town to Outback Almonds, where glamping tents and a beautiful cottage are tucked among almond orchards on the banks of the Darling River.

Wentworth’s food scene blends country hospitality with riverside charm. Enjoy homemade meals and locally inspired dishes at Lock 10 & Weir Restaurant, set in a historic location on Darling Street. For a relaxed pub meal, the Captain Sturt and Royal Hotel are local favourites.

There’s never a bad time to visit Wentworth, but spring and autumn bring comfortable days, colourful landscapes and perfect conditions for getting outdoors. Just 30-minutes from Mildura, it’s an easy drive through river country and makes an ideal day trip or weekend escape. Getting here is simple, whether by road, public transport or along the river itself. Houseboats and kayaks can pull in near the historic wharf, offering a unique arrival at one of Australia’s most significant river towns. However you choose to explore, allow plenty of time – Wentworth’s rivers, heritage, ancient landscapes and hidden stories are best discovered at an unhurried pace.