Holiday houses & accommodation in Grafton

Nicknamed the 'Jacaranda City', Grafton has over 24 tree-filled parks which contribute to its natural beauty. Grafton is a great place to set up camp for exploring the many national parks in the region. Ranging from luxurious apartments to holiday houses by the Clarence River, get a taste of real New South Wales life in one of Grafton's holiday homes.

An art lovers' paradise

Art connoisseurs will fall in love with the Grafton Regional Gallery. This fine establishment is set in the refurbished 1880s-vintage Prentice House. The visual arts centre is dedicated to supporting Australian artists, including its Jacaranda Acquisitive Drawing Award collection. The diverse museum holds a rich collection of artwork from local and international artists.

Family fun in Grafton

See Park is the perfect venue for a family picnic, thanks to the lush scenery and pleasant trees. Among the many mature exotic trees, the tropical jacaranda trees contrast beautifully with the ponds and fountains, covering the park in purple during the blooming period. The kids can also feed the many ducks here.

For a town outing, take the kids to Grafton Shoppingworld, followed by a movie down at the Saraton Theatre. Don't forget your camera when you head over to the impressively engineered Grafton Bridge that spans over the Clarence River.

Exploring the outdoors

Tucked in the southeast corner of Nymboida National Park, the Nymboida River campground is popular among 4WD enthusiasts due to the rough roads leading to this secluded wonderland. Once here, a canoe trip down the tranquil Nymboida River will reward you with magnificent views of the rugged granite rock formations and high cliffs.

If you are a sports enthusiast, the 14 world-class tennis courts at Grafton City Tennis Club should be enticing. You can also sharpen your golfing skills at the Grafton District Golf Club, with kangaroos as your spectators.

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