An Action-packed Three days in Penrith

GoNSW3 years ago

Bursting with adventure, surrounded by nature and filled with fantastic places to wine and dine, Penrith is a destination full of unexpected treasures. Bordered by the Blue Mountains and the serene Nepean River, this Western Sydney neighbourhood offers everything from nature walks to thrill-seeking to high-class grazing along High Street’s acclaimed dining precinct.

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Mercure Penrith

Nestled at the base of the Blue Mountains, Mercure Penrith offers elegant upscale accommodation close to all the action that the area has to offer: from the rugby stadium, home to the Penrith Panthers, to the neighbourhood's acclaimed dining hub to the picturesque Nepean River.

Mercure Penrith

Panthers Pl, Penrith NSW 2750, Australia

Allan Grammar

An intimate laneway wine bar, Allan Grammar brings sophisticated fine dining to the heart of Penrith. The Mediterranean-influenced food menu showcases local produce in French- and Italian-style dishes, but it’s the lengthy wine list that takes pride of place within the beautifully designed space. Curated by Bennelong’s head sommelier, Seamus Brandt, the something-for-everyone wine menu offers local and international options with a focus on minimal-intervention drops.

Allan Grammar

14-16 Woodriff St, Penrith NSW 2750, Australia

Henri Marc

Run by the same husband-and-wife team at Allan Grammar, Henri Marc features their signature elegant style at this Modern Australian cafe. A thoughtfully sourced all-day brunch menu is complemented with coffee roasted by Surry Hills’ Reuben Hills, tea by Lidcombe’s Tea Craft and hot chocolate by local chocolatier Zokoko.

Henri Marc

2/438 High St, Penrith NSW 2750, Australia

Great River Walk

Walk off lunch with a stroll along the Nepean River’s Great River Walk, an eight-kilometre track that takes you through natural parkland teeming with birds and wildlife, and offering spectacular views of the nearby Blue Mountains.

Great River Walk

Bruce Neale Dr, Penrith NSW 2750, Australia

Mercure Penrith

Relax by the Mercure Penrith’s outdoor swimming pool and enjoy a drink in the Lobby Bar.

Mercure Penrith

Panthers Pl, Penrith NSW 2750, Australia

iFLY Downunder

Get the adrenaline pumping at Australia’s first indoor skydiving facility. A powerful and controlled wind tunnel creates the feeling of flying, and the exhilarating-yet-safe experience is suitable for all abilities and any age from three up.

iFLY Downunder

123 Mulgoa Rd, Penrith NSW 2750, Australia

Rusty Penny Brewing

Penrith’s local craft brewery started life as two mates homebrewing in their garage, but now Matt and Mark from Rusty Penny Brewing share their creations from their official brewery and taphouse. Their beers take inspiration from their surroundings: try the Nepean Pale Ale, a light yet sweet brew made with NSW hops, or the Penrith Lager, a crisp and sessionable pilsner made for drinking on summer days.

Rusty Penny Brewing

5/4 Dean Pl, Penrith NSW 2750, Australia

Burger Head

Run by Michelin-trained and formerly hatted chefs, Burger Head is not your average burger joint. Their classic menu of American-style burgers use house-minced beef, creatively spiced fried chicken (see their recent Hot Cheeto special), their own fermented pickles and house-made special sauce. Order a Classic Cheese to go with one of the inventive deluxe shakes for a lunch that shows off Penrith’s ambitious and on-trend dining culture.

Burger Head

17/98 Henry St, Penrith NSW 2750, Australia

Percy Plunkett

A morning stop is a must at this local Penrith favourite. Percy Plunkett offers all-day Aussie-style breakfast dishes that are as pretty as they are delicious. Go for the deep-dish pancake topped with butterscotch, caramelised bananas and fresh berries or the slow-cooked lamb shoulder eggs benedict for something even more satisfying. There’s outdoor dining, a simple kids’ menu and coffee by Sydney roasters MotherSky to keep you energised.

Percy Plunkett

146 Station St, Penrith NSW 2750, Australia

Jetpack Adventures Sydney

Take to the air with Jetpack Adventures’ flight zone at the Sydney International Regatta Centre. You’ll take flight up to 10 metres above the water as hundreds of litres of water are blasted through specially designed thrust nozzles to propel you up high. Training is included, airtime is guaranteed for 10 minutes and spectators are welcome on the surrounding lawn free of charge. Bring swimwear, a towel and a change of clothes.

Jetpack Adventures Sydney

89-151 Old Castlereagh Rd, Penrith NSW 2749, Australia

High St Depot

Located in the heart of buzzing High Street, this industrial-style cafe serves up classic brunch favourites and Single Origin coffee alongside Asian-inspired specials like Korean bibimbap, Indonesian soto ayam (turmeric chicken soup) or a karaage chicken burger.