Mittagong

Travel Guide

View into disused tramway tunnel on Box Vale walking track Mittagong NSW Australia
View into disused tramway tunnel on Box Vale walking track Mittagong NSW Australia
Hewn out of the living rock in the 1860s using hand tools and blasting powder, Big Hill Cutting was at one time the deepest railway cutting in the southern hemisphere. Taken as it was near the eastern end of the cutting, even this pic doesn't properly illustrate the depth. The cutting has a long and macabre history, with several workers killed during its construction due to a blasting accident and several drivers later perishing after crashing their automobiles through the old timber bridge's guardrails and down onto the rails below. Despite the history, it's a peaceful and beautiful place. The old railway line was abandoned in the 1970s and runs for around 50km between the towns of Thirlmere and Mittagong. Although not a proper rail trail, there are service trails parallelling the railway for much of its length. I've walked it a few times, including the trip pictured which was undertaken 2-Boot-Drive Swagman style ;-)

Where to stay in Mittagong

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Colo Vale

While visiting Colo Vale, you might make a stop by sights like Nattai National Park and Bargo River State Conservation Area.

Colo Vale
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Alpine

When in Alpine, you can plan a visit to Destination Southern Highlands and Bargo River State Conservation Area, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Alpine
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Mittagong Town Centre

While Mittagong Town Centre isn't home to many top sights, Destination Southern Highlands and Artemis Wines are some notable places to visit nearby.

Mittagong Town Centre
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Braemar

The restaurants and gardens are just a few features travelers like about Braemar. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Destination Southern Highlands and Artemis Wines are a few top places to visit.

Braemar
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Welby

Though Welby might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Artemis Wines and Destination Southern Highlands.

Welby
Hewn out of the living rock in the 1860s using hand tools and blasting powder, Big Hill Cutting was at one time the deepest railway cutting in the southern hemisphere. Taken as it was near the eastern end of the cutting, even this pic doesn't properly illustrate the depth. The cutting has a long and macabre history, with several workers killed during its construction due to a blasting accident and several drivers later perishing after crashing their automobiles through the old timber bridge's guardrails and down onto the rails below. Despite the history, it's a peaceful and beautiful place. The old railway line was abandoned in the 1970s and runs for around 50km between the towns of Thirlmere and Mittagong. Although not a proper rail trail, there are service trails parallelling the railway for much of its length. I've walked it a few times, including the trip pictured which was undertaken 2-Boot-Drive Swagman style ;-)

Balmoral

While visiting Balmoral, you might make a stop by sights like Bargo State Conservation Area and Bargo River State Conservation Area.

Balmoral
Poplars at Mittagong

Poplars at Mittagong

3.5 out of 5
97 to 99 Old Hume Highway Braemar NSW
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Mittagong Motel

Mittagong Motel

2.5 out of 5
7-11 OLD HUME Highway Mittagong NSW
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Mittagong Holiday Park

Mittagong Holiday Park

3.5 out of 5
1 Old Hume Highway Mittagong NSW
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Mantra Wollongong

Mantra Wollongong

4.5 out of 5
6-10 Gladstone Ave Wollongong NSW
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KULA Wollongong

KULA Wollongong

3.5 out of 5
35 Atchison Street Wollongong NSW
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The Drawing Rooms of Berry

The Drawing Rooms of Berry

4 out of 5
21 Wattamolla Rd Woodhill NSW
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Popular places to visit

Destination Southern Highlands

Destination Southern Highlands is just one of the places to see in Mittagong, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this relaxing area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Destination Southern Highlands

Mount Jellore Lookout

Explore the great outdoors at Mount Jellore Lookout, a lovely green space in Mittagong. Amble around this relaxing area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its lively bars.

Mount Jellore Lookout

Sturt Gallery

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Sturt Gallery in Mittagong. Amble around this relaxing area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Sturt Gallery

Bargo State Conservation Area

Explore the great outdoors at Bargo State Conservation Area, a lovely green space in Hill Top.

Bargo State Conservation Area

Bargo River State Conservation Area

Explore the great outdoors at Bargo River State Conservation Area, a lovely green space in Hill Top.

Bargo River State Conservation Area

Boronia Park

After visiting Boronia Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Mittagong.

Boronia Park

Things to do

Honey Farm Tour. Morning Tea. Guided Tasting

Honey Farm Tour. Morning Tea. Guided Tasting

$25
per adult
Honey Farm Tour. Morning Tea. Guided Tasting
Highland Vines

Personalised wine tour experience in the beautiful NSW Southern Highlands

$164
per adult
Personalised wine tour experience in the beautiful NSW Southern Highlands
Blue Maintains with Glow Worm Tunnel Private Tour

Sydney Wine Tasting-Southern Highlands with Pick up & drop off

$264
per adult
Sydney Wine Tasting-Southern Highlands with Pick up & drop off
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Cities near Mittagong

Bradman Oval is situated at Bowral in the southern highlands area of New South Wales, Australia. It was named after cricketer Don Bradman, who lived locally and played at the ground in the 1920s. His ashes are scattered on and near the Oval

Bowral