Height
12 meters
Year Built
1988
Address
2 Ringers Road, Tamworth, NSW 2340
The Lowdown
The Big Golden Guitar at Tamworth is one of Australia's most famous Big Things, standing 12 meters tall at the gateway to the Country Music Capital of Australia. This gleaming landmark has welcomed country music fans since 1988, serving as both a monument to the genre and a symbol of Tamworth's dedication to Australian music. The guitar stands at the Golden Guitar Complex, which includes the Gallery of Stars Wax Museum, a massive gift shop, and the chance to learn about Australian country music legends. Every January, Tamworth hosts the Tamworth Country Music Festival, Australia's largest music festival, drawing hundreds of thousands of visitors who make the Big Golden Guitar their first photo stop.
Did you know?
"The Tamworth Country Music Festival runs for 10 days in January"
History
The Big Golden Guitar was built in 1988 to cement Tamworth's position as Australia's country music capital. The town had been hosting country music festivals since 1973, and the Golden Guitar became its instantly recognizable symbol. It remains one of Australia's most photographed Big Things.
More Fun Facts
- •The guitar is 12 meters (about 40 feet) tall
- •Over 400,000 people visit annually
- •The Tamworth Country Music Festival runs for 10 days in January
- •Slim Dusty performed at Tamworth 44 times
- •The Walk a Country Mile features hands and plaques of country stars
Visiting Tips
- 💡The Wax Museum has figures of Australian country music legends
- 💡Buy country music souvenirs at the massive gift shop
- 💡The Country Music Festival in January requires booking months ahead
- 💡Walk the Country Mile outside to see star plaques
- 💡Tamworth also has excellent cafes and restaurants
Opening Hours
Guitar visible externally 24/7. Complex hours vary.
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