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

If you're spending some time in Colo Vale, Bargo State Conservation Area and Nattai National Park 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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Welby

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

Welby
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Mittagong Town Centre

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

Mittagong Town Centre
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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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Hill Top

If you're spending some time in Hill Top, Bargo State Conservation Area and Nattai National Park 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 RM344 per night from 24 Feb to 25 Feb
RM344
RM379 total
24 Feb - 25 Feb
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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (581 reviews)
We have stayed at the poplars three times now they’re nice of the style rooms and have recently been renovated. It’s very simple easy all that you need. One thing, though of all the places we stay this holiday this is the only one that didn’t have face washers

Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026

Poplars at Mittagong
Mittagong Motel

Mittagong Motel

2.5 out of 5
7-11 OLD HUME Highway Mittagong NSW
The price is RM364 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
RM364
RM401 total
23 Feb - 24 Feb
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! (695 reviews)
Friendly helpful staff, room was really good. Reasonably priced, We enjoyed our one night stay! Thanks

Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026

Mittagong Motel
Mittagong Holiday Park

Mittagong Holiday Park

3.5 out of 5
1 Old Hume Highway Mittagong NSW
The price is RM516 per night from 24 Feb to 25 Feb
RM516
RM576 total
24 Feb - 25 Feb
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! (1,628 reviews)
The room and amenities were really run down amd neglected. Balcony area looked looked it hadn't been cleaned in years and the balcony garden was only weeds. The shower leaked terribly. Not good!

Reviewed on 18 Feb 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! (41 reviews)
Rooms are nice and clean, bathroom supplies were not refilled before our arrival and parking instructions were not provided once paid for. Photos of the pool are outdated which was a little disappointing.

Reviewed on 20 Feb 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

Bargo State Conservation Area

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

Bargo State Conservation Area

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

Birrahlee Park

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

Birrahlee Park

Boronia Park

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

Boronia Park

Things to do

Sydney: Tandem Skydive with Optional Transfers

Sydney: Tandem Skydive with Optional Transfers

RM966
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sydney: Tandem Skydive with Optional Transfers
Highland Vines

Personalised wine tour experience in the beautiful NSW Southern Highlands

RM678
per adult
Personalised wine tour experience in the beautiful NSW Southern Highlands
Sydney Wine Tasting & Southern Highlands with Pick up & drop off

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

RM1,094
per adult
Sydney Wine Tasting & Southern Highlands with Pick up & drop off
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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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