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A TWO-DAY PENRITH GETAWAY: FOOD, NATURE AND LOCAL EXPERIENCES
This two-day Penrith getaway helps you experience the best of the region. From riverside walks and local cafés to cultural attractions, Blue Mountains adventures and great dining, here are some great ways to enjoy Penrith’s nature, food and local experiences during your stay.
SPEND A DAY IN PENRITH: THE PERFECT 24-HOUR ITINERARY
Only have one day in Penrith? This easy 24-hour itinerary helps you experience the best of the region. From scenic adventures to great local dining, here are some great ways to see, do and taste the Penrith vibe in a short amount of time.
THE WESTERN SYDNEY INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT IS OPENING IN 2026
Opening in 2026, Western Sydney International Airport (Nancy-Bird Walton Airport) marks a new era for travel into the heart of Western Sydney. As Australia’s first 24-hour international airport, it will connect the region directly to major domestic and global destinations, bringing visitors closer than ever to Penrith.
Located approximately 20–25 minutes from Western Sydney International Airport, Mercure Penrith offers convenient and comfortable accommodation for travellers, event delegates, and business guests visiting the region.
Positioned within the vibrant Panthers Precinct, Mercure Penrith places guests at the centre of Western Sydney’s growing tourism and business hub, with easy access to entertainment, dining, and major local attractions.
Whether you are travelling for business, attending an event, or exploring the region, Mercure Penrith is an ideal hotel near Western Sydney International Airport.
IMMERSE YOURSELF IN ARTS AND CULTURE ON YOUR NEXT TRIP TO SYDNEY
Right at the centre of Sydney’s arts and culture scene is of course the world-famous Sydney Opera House, with an incredible 1,600 performances held there each year. Sydney’s vibrant array of arts and culture extends beyond those iconic sails and into a city of culture renowned for fantastic theatres, museums, art galleries and festivals. Get the most out of your next trip to Sydney and immerse yourself in its arts and culture with this handy guide.
TOP EPIC OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES YOU NEED TO TRY IN PENRITH, SYDNEY
With more than 340 days of the year experiencing glorious sunshine, Sydney is without doubt, the place to go for outdoor activities. Get stuck in with 5 of the most epic outdoor activities in Penrith!
AWESOME HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES WHEN IN PENRITH WITH YOUR KIDS
If you are staying in the Mercure Penrith Hotel with your family, you are in the right location to create so many magical memories. Known as the adventure capital of NSW, Penrith is jam-packed with awesome activities kids of all ages will love. Here are seven of the best family activities in NSW.