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What to do and see in Bowral, New South Wales: The Best Things to do Good for Couples
Discover the best top things to do in Bowral, Australia including The Highlands Tour Co, Self Drive Adventures, Sculptress, Marc’s Highland Tours, Bradman Museum & International Cricket Hall of Fame, Dirty Janes Bowral, Retford Park, The Corbett Gardens, Centennial Vineyards, Empire Cinema.
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1. The Highlands Tour Co
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 23 reviews
The Highlands Tour Co provides wine tours throughout the Southern Highlands in NSW Australia for 2 to 50+ passengers in the stylish comfort of chauffeur driven luxury sedans, vans, or modern mini-coaches. Our Tours depart from Bowral NSW or any local accommodation within the Southern Highlands with pick-up transfers from Sydney and Wollongong on request.
2. Self Drive Adventures
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5.0 based on 28 reviews
We specialise in taking you places you probably wouldn't go on your own. You self drive in fully equipped vehicles, provided by us, led by our escorts and local guides. You have the adventure of driving your own vehicle, giving you more independence and your own space, but with the security and camaraderie of travelling with a small group in your convoy. Thinking of a Holiday or guided tour of Madagascar, a Safari in Namibia or Botswana or both, How about a guided motor home tour through Morocco or even a guided Iceland tour off the tourist track, Self Drive Adventures can offer all to you and more.
3. Sculptress
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 14 reviews
Sculptress at Berida Day Spa is a secluded sanctuary enjoyed by Berida Hotel guests and Southern Highlands locals for luxe pampering and regular beauty needs. Tiptoe through the lush gardens to discover a haven of traditional therapies and cutting-edge aesthetic treatments.
Reviewed By Y4071WSgeorgias
Beautifully styled salon with contemporary and luxurious treatments. The therapists are friendly and knowledgable, and not pushy selling product at the end of your treatment which is a big plus for me. Overall it's a really calming, relaxing, nourishing pampering experience and would highly recommend it. Well priced, too!
4. Marc’s Highland Tours
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5.0 based on 17 reviews
Marc's Highland Tours is the best way to see, eat & drink your way around the wineries & breweries of the Southern Highlands. Offering private groups of 2-6 people, or groups up to 10 (surcharge applies), Marc is guaranteed to provide you with a fun day out with family & friends. Tours include visits to 4 wineries/breweries, a light lunch and many opportunities to get your insta-story reel full.
5. Bradman Museum & International Cricket Hall of Fame
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4.5 based on 490 reviews
Found in the picturesque Southern Highlands town of Bowral where the famous Sir Donald Bradman grew up, the Bradman Museum is a state-of-the-art high-tech Museum that encapsulates cricket's history from its earliest origins through the Bradman era and World Series Cricket to the modern day and the introduction of T20. The Bradman Foundation, a non-profit charitable trust, was established in 1987 with the full support of Sir Donald Bradman AC to promote cricket as a valuable cultural and sporting force within the community. The Foundation prides itself on being the heritage custodians of Australian cricket. It preserves the heritage of the game while delivering Sir Donald Bradman’s commitment to the future of the game through development at youth level and within the wider community. The Foundation also often hosts exhibition matches and special events on the historic and picturesque Bradman Oval. A special focus by the Foundation is the development of youth through cricket.
Reviewed By andrewbS7381PJ
The museum is loaded with memorabilia and designed to entertain all ages. All topped off by the delicious food served fresh in the Bradman Cafe`.
6. Dirty Janes Bowral
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4.5 based on 325 reviews
Dirty Janes Bowral is located just around the corner off Bong Bong at 13 Banyette Street (next door to ALDI) in huge warehouse housing over 75 independent dealers offering a vast range of vintage & antique pieces including furniture, homewares, artwork, clothing, jewellery, kitchenware, glassware, china, collectibles and more. Open 7 days from 10am - 5pm. Your Vintage Occasion Tea Salon is also open 7 days from 10am - 4pm.
Reviewed By FloraDora2057 - Moruya, Australia
Dirty Janes is a wonderful antique centre housing many different small traders so the offerings are many and varied. There has to be something for everybody.
7. Retford Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 14 reviews
Retford Park is a place of great heritage significance. Its European history extends back to grants of land promised to Edward Riley senior by Governor Macquarie in 1821. Retford Park was gifted to National Trust (NSW) by owner James Fairfax AC in 2016. The gardens and house are open at advertised times for tours, visit the National Trust website to learn more and book your ticket.
Reviewed By barbaratR5307PR
This may not be everyone's cup of tea, but I do believe there is nothing else like it in Australia. This former home of James Fairfax of THE Fairfax Family (media) was gifted to the National Trust for all to see and be kept as part of our history. The architecture is unusual and the house is a home not a museum, it is modest in some ways but has interesting contents and has wonderful views over old gardens with amazing trees. It is a peaceful area with plenty of space to wander around safely and enjoy. A good day trip or visit as you may keep your distance from others and enjoy it without crowds or bother. Drive to the end of Merrigang St Bowral and turn right and left into the red gravel drive, the National Trust office and parking are at the end of the road. Check the website before going, book tickets.
8. The Corbett Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 216 reviews
Reviewed By westy54 - Sydney, Australia
These gardens are located about a two minute walk away from the main street through Bowral and cover the area between Wingecarribee, Merrigang and Bendooley Streets. Entry is free and there is also lots of free parking in the above streets. We visited in late September and were lucky to see masses of different coloured tulips together with a range of annuals e.g. petunias etc together with blossom trees. The gardens were quite beautiful even though several of the garden beds appeared to be under renovation and the water features and canals were devoid of water. The gardens are also very well maintained with lots of paths, grassed areas and large trees that provide shade. There were also plenty of benches where you could sit down, relax and take in the sights. Well worth a visit.
9. Centennial Vineyards
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 81 reviews
Reviewed By dinomez
Started with an antipasto plate and the Shiraz recommended by Philip which ended up being a great choice, then when onto the wine tasting reasonably priced at $10 per head given you chose 10 wines. The difference was Kate who served us her knowledge was exceptional and Philip continued to make sure we were looked after. Would come back again nice wines great atmosphere and the service was good. Would definitely go back.
10. Empire Cinema
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By marialoveshercheese - Brisbane, Australia
Just returned from The Southern Highlands after a break. Great night Saturday night in Bowral, watching ‘Irresistable’ (highly recommend very clever) with all the prerequisite choc tops and popcorn in hand. Good sound quality and a great country feel to the cinema. Located very centrally, easy parking on the main street, and the air conditioning was really perfectly set. We sat in the middle on the top teir and enjoyed the afternoon session.
