Southern Highlands
About 1 hr 45 min by car from Sydney
Country towns, cool-climate wineries, gardens and waterfalls south of the city.
Why locals go
The cozy fireplace weekend, especially in winter.
Visiting Sydney?
At 1 hr 45 min by car, it's easy to add a night or two here and still be back in Sydney for your flight home.
What to book
- Bowral and Berrima village shops
- Cool-climate winery tasting
- Fitzroy Falls in Morton National Park
Where to stay
One or two nights is enough for most people. Compare places to stay:
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For two
- Country house stay with a fireplace
- Long winery lunch
With friends
- Winery tour with a driver
- Bushwalk to Fitzroy Falls
When to go
Year-round, autumn color in April to May.