Author: Visit Wagga Wagga team
First published: 28 Mar 2022.

Have a few days in Wagga Wagga to spare? We've pulled together a special itinerary, just for you! There's plenty to see and do in Wagga and three days means you can mix it all up – food, drink, soak up the great outdoors and wander around.

DAY ONE

See the One Perfect Day itinerary to kick-start your stay.

DAY TWO

9am

After your breakfast at Trail St Coffee Shop, head to Marrambidya Wetland. Established in 2016, it provides a habitat for migratory and non-migratory birds, water insects, frogs, fish, reptiles and mammals such as the locally threatened squirrel glider. See how many you can spot from the walking tracks and elevated viewing platform!

10.30am

Grab your second coffee of the day at The Fast Lane Drive Thru Coffee Wagga on your way to the RAAF Wagga Aviation Heritage Centre.

The heritage centre has indoor and outdoor displays of aircraft, memorabilia and photographs relating to the Air Force in the Riverina. ‘Gate Guardians’ at the RAAF Base include a Dassault Mirage III, CAC Sabre, Gloster Meteor, English Electric Canberra and a General Dynamics F1-11.

12pm

Drive back into town for lunch at Uneke Lounge, a stylish space featuring high ceilings, exposed brick and historical architecture. With a Modern Australian menu and a tempting dessert display, you’ll be more than satisfied. Within the same building is Uneke Antiques, Homewares & Gifts.

If you need to find a gift for the babysitter, or just for yourself, wandering around in here will provide a multitude of choices.

2pm

Head to your pre-booked Thirsty Crow brewery tour down the road. If you’re a beer lover, this is like a golden ticket to the Wonka Factory. Go behind the scenes and see how the amber – sometimes black, sometimes caramel – fluid is made. Their passionate brewers will walk and talk you through the brewing process.

3pm

You’re on a break so afternoon tea is in order! Fitzmaurice Café and Café Sonder opposite each other in Fitzmaurice Street can fix you up!

Café Sonder’s range of homebaked desserts always include delicious options for everyone. Push past all the superb healthy menu options at Fitzmaurice Café and focus on the waffles (even a vegan option!) and crazy milk shakes – c’mon! You’re on holidays…

Wagga’s shopping area keeps it simple to navigate – just walk in a straight line. Fitzmaurice Street turns into Baylis Street. Head off the main street and into the two central shopping malls – Wagga Marketplace and the Sturt Mall – for even more options.

6pm

Thaigga’s Thai fusion menu is, quite simply, divine. Serving up unique twists on the favourites alongside traditional dishes. If it’s flavours from around the world you’re craving, Indian Rasoi is another option sure to please. Serving a rich and diverse menu of authentic Indian food, the culinary selection is reminiscent of the food from northern terrains and its royal inflections.

DAY THREE

9am

Head out of the CBD to the suburb of Turvey Park where you’ll find Infuso, a funky cafe whose exceptional coffees and breakfast are matched by their friendly staff.

10am

Next on the list is ErinEarth, a sustainable living education complex with an energy efficient house and sprawling gardens. Plenty of paths winding through ready to explore.

11am

Picturesque Lake Albert in the southern suburbs of Wagga Wagga is surrounded by parkland with playgrounds, BBQ areas and fitness equipment. Work up an appetite for lunch by strolling the 5.5 kilometre walking track around the lake.

1pm

Jardine’s Café provides simple, elegant food and fantastic Campos coffee to keep you going throughout the day. As a local café celebrating local produce, everything on the menu is homemade, either on-site at the cafe or by local artisans.

2pm

Pick up afternoon tea at the Artisan Baker and head to another section of the Wiradjuri Walking Track at Pomingalarna. Pomingalarna Reserve is a location of choice for bushwalkers and mountain bike riders looking for wooded, hilly terrain, with visits from kangaroos.

6pm

Your final dinner in Wagga should be celebrated, and there is nowhere better suited than the Magpies Nest Restaurant. The spectacular sunsets will be the only thing to challenge the delicious menu full of local produce – some of which is even grown on-site!

More to explore

• For golfers, there’s always time to hit the greens, and the Wagga Wagga Country Club won’t disappoint.
• Be sure you’ve checked if the Murrumbidgee Turf Club has any race meetings on while you’re in the city. Time your visit for the first week in May and join in on the Wagga Gold Cup Racing Carnival.
• If it’s a group you’re travelling with, John at Agricultural Tours Riverina can organise an engaging tour featuring regional farmers and processors.
• If you’re interested in agriculture but don’t have much time, take a drive just north of the city and see the sheep or cattle sales at the Wagga Wagga Livestock Marketing Centre.