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Things to do in Southern Highlands

Find things to do in Southern Highlands. Explore local events, attractions, markets and family activities, with dates, places and prices.

Public listings checked 25/10/2026. Dates use each event’s local time. Check organiser details before travelling.

Explore the region

Explore Southern Highlands towns, villages and countryside. These are separate from Sydney and the Shoalhaven; allow time for local roads between each destination.

Listings across Berrima, Bowral, Bundanoon, Burradoo, Exeter, Fitzroy Falls, Mittagong, Moss Vale, Robertson, Sutton Forest, Yerrinbool.

Attractions and places to visit

89 places in this selection. Opening hours, access and admission vary; check the place details.

Suzie Anderson Home Old Bank Atelier

Shopping and Markets

Suzie Anderson Home Old Bank Atelier

Moss Vale

The Old Bank Atelier is a distinctive concept store that combines exquisite European antiques with finely crafted artisanal decor, all within a sophisticated, masculine atmosphere. Drawing inspiration from French boutiques, their products are displayed against a captivating and moody old bank backdrop. Don't miss their eye-catching portrait staircase, cosy reading nook, antique cabinetry, and curated decor, which all combine to create an immersive encounter that you won't forget. They take pride in being the exclusive stockist of renowned brands such as Trudon candles, Eldvarm Fire tools, Frezoli lighting, Libeco Belgian Linens, Ralph Lauren Cushions, Luminox Watches, Simple Co Men's fashion and accessories and more. Come and discover the captivating world of Old Bank Atelier today.

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Suzie Anderson Home - Moss Vale

Shopping and Markets

Suzie Anderson Home - Moss Vale

Moss Vale

Experience a lifestyle store like no other at Suzie Anderson Home Moss Vale, where each of their ten rooms is thoughtfully designed to emulate the warmth of a real home. Their dynamic store design merges classic and contemporary styles, showcasing unique items from their travels and a curated selection of premium homewares, including their exclusive range of quality rattan, luxury linens by Hale Mercantile & Co and Libeco, custom sofas, leather goods, lighting, and more. Come in-store today and let them assist you in creating a home you love.

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Bowerbird On Argyle

Shopping and Markets

Bowerbird On Argyle

Moss Vale

Bowerbird On Argyle is a unique boutique shop in the heart of Moss Vale. Displaying breathtaking interior style of the highest quality. Visit and you'll uncover your style at Bowerbird On Argyle. You will discover a stunning array of beautiful objects and clothes including, candles, soft furnishings, jewellery, homewares, glassware, soft toys and more.

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Nest and Burrow

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Shopping and Markets

Nest and Burrow

Moss Vale

Nest and Burrow was established in Bundanoon in 2012 before opening in Moss Vale in September 2017. With dark walls, an industrial ceiling and mood lighting, this store offers one of the most unique shopping experiences for everyone, offering wonderful and rarely found gift lines for all ages. Inside, you'll find Italian wallets and handbags, cushions, kitchen wares, unique lighting, gifts for him, and plenty of exciting choices for children. Jewellery, body products and fragranced candles are all individually sourced from home and abroad. Located on the town's leafy main street, the store is lovingly decorated and stocked with a stunning collection of giftware that you can spend hours exploring. It's fast becoming a favourite with both locals and visitors to the Southern Highlands alike. The friendly team at Nest and Burrow are committed to giving you a personal shopping experience where you will be assured of outstanding and friendly service.

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The Leopard store front

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Shopping and Markets

The Leopard

Moss Vale

The Leopard is a small shop in Moss Vale selling objects made by hand, in places with history, by people worth knowing. Founder Justin Cudmore travels to find independent workshops, historic houses and family businesses whose craft deserves to endure, and buys directly from the makers. Nearly everything in the shop is exclusive to Australia. On the shelves you'll find mouth-blown glass from Murano and Paris, hand-marbled paper from Florence, leather goods from a Florentine atelier, Vietnamese lacquerware, Sicilian and Thai ceramics, linen, lighting, rugs and home fragrance. Every piece comes with the story of who made it and where. The shop sits just off Argyle Street, with its entrance on Arthur Street. It's an easy stop between lunch and the gardens, and a good place to find a gift that won't be found anywhere else. Gift wrapping is available, and everything in store can also be shipped Australia-wide.

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Hunter and Gatherer Collections

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Shopping and Markets

Hunter and Gatherer Collections

Moss Vale

Hunter and Gatherer Collections is an independent Australian homewares store that provides its customers with exciting, beautiful and affordable homewares from around the world. Both Ben and Daniel started Hunter and Gatherer Collections in 2012 by selling art and representing local and international artists here in Australia. They have since expanded into home furnishing and decorations. They are a creative company with a focus on collecting earthy organic homewares from around the globe and they also offer a boutique collection of garden pots and plants.

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Moss Vale Golf Club

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Sports and Recreation Facilities

Moss Vale Golf Club

Moss Vale

Moss Vale Golf Course is a golfers paradise in the Southern Highlands of New South Wales and is regarded as one of the most scenic and challenging courses in regional NSW. Avenues of mature pines, elms, gums and vividly coloured claret ash flank the winding course which was completed in its current layout in 1936. Moss Vale Golf Club was founded in 1902 and designed in its current location and layout by Carnegie Clark in 1936. The 18 Hole Championship Golf Course is a par 71, and 5805 metres from the men's tees, Par 73 and 5300 metres from the women's tees. A number of twists and turns, creek crossings and deceptive greens, make the course a true test. The creek which runs through the course has to be crossed 12 times during the round! The Moss Vale layout appears hilly, but after the opening five holes, it levels out and heads into the quiet countryside.

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Mt Broughton Golf and Country Club

Sports and Recreation Facilities

Mt Broughton Golf and Country Club

Sutton Forest

Mt Broughton Golf and Country Club is a naturally beautiful site where lush greens, natural waterways and undulating fairways combine with skilled design to create a truly memorable golfing challenge. Located in the heart of the Southern Highlands, Mount Broughton Golf and Country Club opened in November 1994 and rapidly gained a reputation as one of the country's top 100 golf courses. Less than 90 minutes from Sydney's Central Business Districts, the course has become popular with golfers of all levels for its alluring surroundings and challenging fairways. While the championship layout is one of the longest in Australia and played from the back markers an exciting test of golf, they have a number of tee positions that enable golfers of all levels to enjoy the course and their day.

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Golden Vale Homestead

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Golden Vale Homestead

Sutton Forest

Golden Vale homestead is a magnificent c1870 Georgian property set on 200 acres of lush parkland and meadows in Sutton Forest, Gundungurra Country. From a humble land grand in 1821, Golden Vale has witnessed 150 years of elegant living. Today the homestead features an extensive collection of furniture and art, as well as outbuildings dating from the nineteenth century, including stables and fully equipped four stand woolshed. You are welcome to experience this grand sandstone homestead surrounded by English style gardens in the Southern Highlands.

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Sutton Forest Explorers Memorial Monument

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Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Sutton Forest Explorers Memorial Monument

Sutton Forest

The Sutton Forest Explorers Memorial Monument commemorates the first official party of British explorers who passed through the district in 1798. Unveiled on 2 April 1948 by S.J. Bryce Beard Esq. MBE on the 150th anniversary, the service was attended by about 60 people at the All Saints Church. The monument currently sits out the front of the Sutton Forest Inn.

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Sutton Forest Country Store and Booktown Bookshop

Shopping and Markets

Sutton Forest Country Store and Booktown Bookshop

Sutton Forest

Visitors to Nerida's charming country store and bookshop will discover a delightful selection of books of all kinds, vintage bric-a-brac, jewellery, war memorabilia, her famous freshly baked shortbread, stock from Little Piece of Scotland, and more. Right next door, in The Old Stables, is Garry's bookshop. He specialises in history—particularly military history—as well as motor transport, equestrian pursuits, and sport. The building is steeped in history as it was built in the 1800's, originally a butcher shop and stables.

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Red Cow Farm

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Parks and Gardens

Red Cow Farm

Sutton Forest

Red Cow Farm is a unique cool-climate garden set on two and a half hectares in the picturesque rural village of Sutton Forest. Approximately one and a half hours from Sydney and Canberra, it is one of the leading gardens in the beautiful Southern Highlands region of New South Wales. Red Cow Farm has 20 garden rooms - Including an exuberant cottage garden, monastery garden, abbess's garden, a stunning collection of rare and unusual perennials, woodland, old fashioned roses and clematis, beech walk, lake, bog garden, orchard and kitchen garden. Red Cow Farm is a garden of beauty and secrets. The charming simplicity of its presentation to the world hides a garden of sophisticated structure and ambitious schemes. A rare beauty awaits. No restrooms or cafes are available on site but these are located nearby at the Exeter General Store or Sutton Forest Pub. No animals are permitted and children must be supervised by an adult. Red Cow Farm is an intimate wedding venue ideal for small ceremonies, up to 20 guests including the bridal party. If you are looking for a romantic country garden setting for your wedding shoot Red Cow Farm offers many photo opportunities.

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