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Chambers of the Black Hand
Sculpture museum
👍👍 A highlight of Lightning Ridge, a very worthwhile informative experience. You go down a real mine with a real miner. The colourful stories and experiences of a seasoned miner make the tour so much more and compliment all the facts, figures and history of opal mining in Lighting ridge. Another highl...
4.80 (575 reviews)
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BIG4 Opal Holiday Park
RV park
👍👍 We enjoyed our stay so much. Never before have I been to a tourist park where they actually have shower screens in the amenities ( a huge tick from my husband). So close to everything, and even closer to the artesian baths. From the amenities, the camp kitchens, to the pool and even the position of...
4.70 (1.4K reviews)
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John Murray Art Gallery
Art gallery
👍👍 Highly recommend this gallery. The artwork is amazing. Worthwhile looking around in the vicinity as well as multiple murals within walking distance. Free admission but would have happily paid for entry.
4.80 (510 reviews)
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Artesian Bore Baths
Tourist attraction
👍👍 Be warned, it is HOT 🔥. Expect 40° temperature. Take a water bottle for hydration.
It's such a treat to travel through Outback NSW & Qld to find these warm bathing pools.
Lightning Ridge doesn't disappoint with its fabulous FREE, open 24/7, hot Artesian pool. It is located just on the outskirts...
4.70 (557 reviews)
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Lightning Ridge Visitor Information Centre
Tourist information center
👍👍 The Lightning Ridge Visitor Centre is not just worth a look in. It’s an absolute necessity for anyone visiting Lightning Ridge. Lightning Ridge is an absolute rabbit warren. There are so many tours and eclectic things to see and do, dirt roads and tracks going in all directions, thousands of random...
4.50 (515 reviews)
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Opal Street Cafe
Cafe
👍👍 Excellent food, drinks and service.
Stopped for breakfast to go and picked up a bacon and egg roll + Berry smoothie. B&E roll was at the pricier end of the scale considering it was from the window, but it was 110% worth it. Great tasting smokey bacon, egg and relish on a brioche roll. Will definitel...
4.70 (156 reviews)
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Walk In Mine
Tourist attraction
👍👍 The most exciting activity to do in lightning ridge by far, as it was probably the only thing open most of the day. The venue was decorated very fittingly and also served as a space for little animals and birds to rest and hang around. The amount of native birds ive managed to see here was amazing a...
4.40 (440 reviews)
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Carinya Station Farm Stay
Farmstay
👍👍 If you’re stopping in The Ridge - you better be stopping at Carinya Station!! Jacinda and Joe have created such a beautiful little spot for themselves and are so passionate about sharing it with everyone. From the time you pull in, you’re welcomed with huge smiles and so many recommendations of thin...
$18/night
4.90 (90 reviews)
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Australian Opal Centre
Museum
👍 This is a free (donations welcome) not for profit centre run by volunteers to provide information on opals and fossils of the area. Very friendly and informative
4.60 (150 reviews)
10
Nettleton's First Shaft Lookout
Scenic spot
👍👍 Magical place, amazing landscape and gorgeous at sunset. Historically significant as well - find out when the sun is setting, start the Green Car Door tour half an hour before and enjoy!
4.60 (150 reviews)
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The Busy Bee Cafe and Catering
Cafe
👍👍 Delicious food and fair prices compared to other places in town. Kind staff and welcoming atmosphere. Only place that delivers to your doorstep and even delivers to camps. I 100% recommend.
$$ $$
4.50 (156 reviews)
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Amigo's Castle
Castle
👍👍 A remarkable story of determination and true passion. Built using local materials this castle is magnificent. Unfinished ,it is managed by Amigos friend Jennifer who gives an insight to a story of inspiration. . The grounds are very well maintained, toilets avail and a short video of the history. Mu...
4.30 (343 reviews)
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Lightning Ridge Holiday Park
RV park
👍👍 We stayed here for a few nights and Cameron is very friendly and helpful
Nice clean and tidy park, close to everything,
Love the camp kitchen, great facility to have, makes your stay even better
Absolutely recommend! 😁👍
4.30 (329 reviews)
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Stanley The Big Emu
Sculpture
👍👍 Out of no where Stanley appears. Well done. History on the site to read. Interesting.
4.40 (160 reviews)
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Gourmet Gecko Cafe
Cafe
👍👍 Had lunch here yesterday. Can sit inside or out in the street. Works burgers tasty and filling. One served with gluten free bread. Selection of tempting cakes. Cappuccino good. Coffee loyalty card. Quick and friendly service. Opening hours are variable.
4.40 (143 reviews)
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Lorne Station
Campground
👍👍 This campground is fantastic. It's definitely designed to make you feel like you are camping in the real Lightning Ridge area.
It's only 3km from town, set up for both powered ($30) & unpowered sites ($10).
I personally loved the huge open area for unpowered sites. Good hot showers & toilets, chea...
4.30 (186 reviews)
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Chasin Opal Holiday Park
Cabin rental agency
😐 This is reasonably inexpensive accommodation so it would be unfair to have high expectations. Communication with the manager was very good and our unit was clean and tidy although rather small. The bed was comfortable. The furnishing is minimal (no lounge suites or comfortable chairs) but adeq...
4.40 (130 reviews)
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Mr Cheap Home Hardware
Hardware store
Chain retailer carrying household tools, supplies & more (many family-run or independently owned).
$$ $$
4.60 (84 reviews)
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Khan's SUPA IGA Plus Liquor Lightning Ridge
Grocery store
😠 A staff member was rude and intrusive, I walked towards a cashier and changed my mind to do self serve as there were free terminals. She tried to make me return to the checkout, I refused.
I scanned two items and there was an error (didn’t scan) she was almost on top of me (aggressive and invading m...
4.10 (510 reviews)
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Bluey Motel
Motel
Straightforward, family-run motel offering 10 low-key rooms with microwaves & free Wi-Fi.
4.50 (96 reviews)
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