Octoberâs Bowral Classic provides the perfect opportunity for riders – along with their families and friends – to discover the wide-ranging delights of the beautiful Southern Highlands region.
So comparatively close to Sydney but genuinely feeling so far away, the Southern Highlands is an unspoilt country oasis within reach of the Stateâs major population centres.
Discover the many incredible offerings of the Southern Highlands – just 90 minutes south but a million miles form Sydney.
Those heading to the region for the Bowral Classic also have the opportunity to see and do so much more than the cycling – discover the regionâs cool-climate wines, fresh seasonal produce, spectacular waterfalls, amazing bush walking and pristine national parks.
There are quaint country towns to visit, relax in and explore, local cellar doors for wine tasting, historic colonial heritage to discover and Australian history to stand in awe of.
Top 5 Things To See And Do In The Southern Highlands
Thereâs literally so much to do in this amazing region youâd honestly need a week to see and do it all. In no particular order here are some of the standout highlights.
*The Bradman Museum and International Cricket Hall of Fame, commemorates legendary Australian batsman Sir Don Bradman, also known simply as âThe Donâ.
Final Salute: A tribute to Australia’s greatest cricketer, Bowral boy Don Bradman.
*A Short Drive Southwest of Bowral is historic Berrima and the convict-built Surveyor General Inn, a sandstone pub. This is a must-visit town that will truly take you back in time.
* Visit The Magnificent Fitzroy Falls in the vast Morton National Park. And near the village of Robertson is the splendid Belmore Falls. With a sub-tropical feel, these dramatic falls are a photographers, walkers and bird lovers paradise. There are also enjoyable bushwalks, such as the Lovers Walking Track, and exhilarating mountain biking trails near Bundanoon.
Fitzroy Falls and Morton National Park are among the must-see destinations when in the Southern Highlands.
*The Food And Wine experiences are delicious. The altitude is perfect for cool-climate wines, with plenty of wineries to visit. There are acclaimed restaurants, such as Biota Dining and Eschalot.
*Corbett Gardens becomes tulip central each September for the annual Tulip Time Festival. More than 100,000 splendidly coloured tulips bloom. This beautiful park is enchanting at any time of the year, with its seasonal colours.
For a full range of year-round activities see the Southern Highlands events calendar and plan your getaway today. You can also book your accommodation on the website – visithttps://www.visitnsw.com/destinations/country-nsw/southern-highlands/bowraltoday.
