Situated in the Lower Hunter Valley of New South Wales, the suburban community of Aberdare is approximately 150 kilometres away from the capital city of Sydney. Aberdare has nearby tourist attractions as well, including hot air balloon charters, which offer customers spectacular sunrise hot air balloon flights. Richmond Vale Railway Museum is also close by, which exhibits the Richmond Vale railway line and the mining heritage of the Hunter Valley. Travellers who wish to stay in town may choose from a wide selection of hotels ranging in price.