OKS, are you OK? Old Kings School Revisited
An impressive Georgian building overlooking a sweeping curve of the Parramatta River, the former Kings School dates from the early days of the NSW colony. The site was first used as an experimental farm to grow exotic fruit trees. In 1834 it was handed to the Anglican Church to establish the Kings School, the first large public boarding school providing secondary education in Australia.
Dairy Cottage
The Dairy Cottage, built between 1798 – 1805, is one of the earliest surviving cottages in Australia. The Cottage is located in Parramatta Park, the whole Park being of State significance and on the State Heritage Register.
St Patrick’s Cathedral
St Patrick’s Cathedral is the symbolic heart of the Catholic Diocese of Parramatta – a dynamic centre of worship prayer, community and mission. Today an iconic physical landmark of the City of Parramatta skyline, the Foundation Stone for the St Patrick’s was laid more than 170 years ago, on St Patrick’s Day 1836.
The Boer War Memorial
Walk Parramatta is a 3-part walk: River Walk, Park Walk and Heritage Walk. The Tudor Gatehouse marks the start of our Park Walk.
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The Bath House
Walk Parramatta is a 3-part walk: River Walk, Park Walk and Heritage Walk. The Tudor Gatehouse marks the start of our Park Walk.
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Old Government House
Walk Parramatta is a 3-part walk: River Walk, Park Walk and Heritage Walk. The Tudor Gatehouse marks the start of our Park Walk.
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Tudor Gatehouse
Walk Parramatta is a 3-part walk: River Walk, Park Walk and Heritage Walk. The Tudor Gatehouse marks the start of our Park Walk. (more…)
Old Kings School
Since we mentioned it in our post yesterday, thought we’d do a special post today. (more…)
Parramatta Heritage and Visitor Centre
If you’re new to Parramatta, this should be your first stop. If you came by ferry, might as well enjoy the river walk going to the centre. (more…)
Discover Parramatta on Foot
If you haven’t been to Parramatta then you’re missing a lot. The historic spots, dining, entertainment, shopping and many more. Anyway, this is just a quick post to let you know what’s up ahead. We will do a tour and discover Parramatta on foot. Yes, that’s right, on foot.
