The villages of Bowral, Mittagong and Moss Vale are the stars of the Southern Highlands that will wow you with its beauty.
See waterfalls tumble, go antique hunting and stock up of great food and wine.
Attractions
Bowral is home to the Bradman Museum, paying tribute to the life of champion cricketer, Sir Donald Bradman. It also stages a spectacular tulip festival in spring with loads of blooms.
Go for a winery hop with more than 60 cellar doors in the region.
Sharpen your culinary skills at The Cook’s Cooking School and take-home new recipes.
Go berry picking and stroll around Lake Alexandra, to feed the ducks and enjoy the scenery around the pretty little lake nestled below Mount Alexandra in the heart of town.
Check out the view from the lookouts on top of Mount Gibraltar.
Stay
There’s a variety of accommodation in Bowral with lots of cute cottages and B and Bs.
Hotels such as the Peppers Manor House and the restored Berida Hotel that’s cosy and comfortable are suggested.
For traditional country style and 5-star hotel facilities, Milton Park Country House Hotel & Spa fits the bill.
In Mittagong, The Old Bank Boutique Hotel combines highlands history with modern comforts.
Dine
Bowral is home to some of the best restaurants in the Southern Highlands. Suggested eateries include The Press Shop, Harry’s on Green Lane, Bistro Officina and Biota.
Centennial Vineyards Winery & Restaurant has a good following.
The Mill Bowral has artisan food stalls and it’s hard to resist the temptations of Ms Peacock Fine Chocolates.
Highlands Merchant in Moss Vale is good for coffee and sweet treats and Mittagong’s The Boston housed in a stone-and-ivy-clad building that dates to 1880 is recommended.
