And beyond to Southern Highlands

One of the greatest things about the Grand Pacific Drive is the option to veer from the spectacular coastline and head west, to explore the glorious Southern Highlands. (Hint: take Illawarra Highway). Visitors to the Southern Highlands often remark that it feels like they are in ‘another world’ that is blessed with magnificent gardens, antiques, wineries, heritage and wondrous natural attractions, with a subtle Scottish vibe. From here you can head back to the coast, which is north east towards Sydney or head to the nation’s capital, Canberra.

MUST SEE, MUST DO:

• Visit the Illawarra Fly Tree Top Walk, an elevated steel canopy walk through the rainforest on the picturesque Illawarra escarpment
• Be charmed by the Robertson markets, on the second Saturday of every month
• Enjoy a delicious silver service Devonshire Tea at  Fountaindale Grand Manor
• Drop in at one of the regions three waterfalls: Fitzroy, Carrington or Belmore Falls
• Taste the crisp originality of the Southern Highlands’ cool climate wines from the 16 cellar doors in the region
• Visit the famous Bradman Museum of Cricket in Bowral
• Discover a treasure cove of speciality shops, cafes and galleries in beautiful historic Berrima
• Browse through the various antique stores in Bowral or enjoy the weekend country markets
• Explore the many lookouts and walking trails of the Morton National Park from Bundanoon
• Take a walk during Autumn, arguably the best time to visit the region and feel the crunch of leaves underfoot
• Tee up at one of the several golf courses throughout the region
• Relax in one of the grand old gardens of the Southern Highlands, or if you’re here during Spring, enjoy the famous Tulip Time festival

Scenic Shots from this Part of the Grand Pacific Drive »