Mittagong Travel Guide

Tourist 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

If you're spending some time in Colo Vale, Nattai National Park and Bargo River State Conservation Area are top sights worth seeing.

Colo Vale
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Alpine

Though Alpine may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Destination Southern Highlands and Bargo River State Conservation Area.

Alpine
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Willow Vale

Golf courses, bars and gardens are some highlights of Willow Vale. You might stop by Destination Southern Highlands or Centennial Vineyards while you're in the area.

Willow Vale
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Braemar

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

Braemar
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Renwick

Renwick might not have many top sights, but Destination Southern Highlands and Bowral Golf Course are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Renwick
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Hill Top

If you're spending some time in Hill Top, Nattai National Park and Bargo River State Conservation Area are top sights worth seeing.

Hill Top
Poplars at Mittagong

Poplars at Mittagong

3.5 out of 5
97 to 99 Old Hume Highway Braemar NSW
The price is ₹8,033 per night from 10 Mar to 11 Mar
₹8,033
₹8,837 total
10 Mar - 11 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Mittagong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Sturt Gallery and Mount Gibraltar Reserve are located ...
Poplars at Mittagong
Mittagong Motel

Mittagong Motel

2.5 out of 5
7-11 OLD HUME Highway Mittagong NSW
The price is ₹8,502 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
₹8,502
₹9,353 total
16 Mar - 17 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Mittagong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping and a garden. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (697 reviews)
Lovely location in a serene setting. close to town and a little further to the shopping centre

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

Mittagong Motel
Mittagong Holiday Park

Mittagong Holiday Park

3.5 out of 5
1 Old Hume Highway Mittagong NSW
The price is ₹10,702 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
₹10,702
₹11,948 total
12 Mar - 13 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf holiday park in Mittagong. Enjoy free parking, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Mount Gibraltar Reserve and Mount Jellore ...
9/10 Wonderful! (166 reviews)
It's in a convenient location and fairly comfortable. The cold tap in the shower didn't work properly and made loud noises in the pipe, when turned on. The roof and walls were noisy at times, as if there was wildlife in them.

Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025

Mittagong Holiday Park
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Mantra Wollongong

Mantra Wollongong

4.5 out of 5
6-10 Gladstone Ave Wollongong NSW
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Wollongong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and on-site car hire. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,632 reviews)
Unfortunately, we had a very disappointing experience at this hotel. The room had an unpleasant smell, the fridge was not working, and the carpet was very dirty. The cabinets were outdated and the overall condition of the room did not feel clean. The air conditioner was located only in the hallway, ...

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

Mantra Wollongong
KULA Wollongong

KULA Wollongong

3.5 out of 5
35 Atchison Street Wollongong NSW
Stay at this apartment in Wollongong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Crown Street Mall and Wollongong ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (42 reviews)
Great apartment centrally located with easy walk to shops, beach and restaurants.

Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026

KULA Wollongong
The Sebel Bowral Heritage Park

The Sebel Bowral Heritage Park

4 out of 5
9 Kangaloon RoadHeritage Park Bowral NSW
Stay at this golf apartment in Bowral. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Bowral Golf Course and International Cricket ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (282 reviews)
Excellent in all ways.

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

The Sebel Bowral Heritage Park
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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 studying the exhibits at Sturt Gallery in Mittagong. Amble around this relaxing area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its lively bars.

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

Boronia Park

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

Boronia Park

Birrahlee Park

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

Birrahlee Park

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Mittagong was a cute country town. The town had cute cafes and shops, which was a little busier than usual the weekend I was there because of a bike race.

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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

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