Things to do in the Southern Highlands

The Southern Highlands are big on antiques. Furniture, collectables, lace, you name it. Follow the antique trail or on the other hand, what would we do without Google?? Here we have a list of the antique shops dotted on a map all the way through the highlands. So girls, get together, share a coffee and put those walking shoes on because vintage is all the rage!



The Golf trail is guaranteed to be cool. The Southern Highlands have a good number of courses not too far from each other for you to choose from. The amazing views and a moderate climate will add to a great experience!

Now to the important stuff! The wineries are varied and exciting. Complement it with something from the cheese store and combine it with the food trail and now you've really got something going! Don't forget to try out Eschalot Restaurant if you can, awarded a Chef's Hat, you would have to book in early because it's very popular!

You can't go to a place as relaxing as this without picking up a book to read during cool nights or under a tree on a sunny afternoon accompanied by a glass of wine. So, follow the book trail.

The art galleries could help you with that special find. The Old Milk Factory Gallery is a good place to sit with art and enjoy a coffee.

If you want to get in touch with nature you'll have plenty of opportunities because the region that hosts the Tulip Festival is not about to be outdone on it's splendid gardens! With Milton Park having a very special one.

The nature trails will be a nice addition to a walking tour, or hire a bike from Ye Olde Bicycle Shoppe Cafe and take a trip. They have mountain, tandem or children's bikes including ones with baby seats!

On the other hand, a driving tour will do you good. Away from the traffic of the city you will remember how enjoyable it is to drive along open country roads, flanked by majestic trees and breathtaking scenery. Here is a list of driving tours you can choose from - morning, afternoon or tourist drives.

What about fly fishing, visiting a farm or an orchard, going to see a museum, horse riding, going on an armoured vehicle adventure or for a picnic with wine, cheese and a good book? Are you big on cricket or heritage sites?

It's all in this website, just select your preferred type of activity on the left hand side and you're ready to go.

Or head straight to Tourist Information Centre at Mittagong. Here's your map!

Of course, you can always just stay in and enjoy the view...