Mittagong

Travel Guide

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

While visiting Colo Vale, you might make a stop by sights like Nattai National Park and Bargo River State Conservation Area.

Colo Vale
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Alpine

When in Alpine, you can plan a visit to Destination Southern Highlands and Bargo River State Conservation Area, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Alpine
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Renwick

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

Renwick
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Mittagong Town Centre

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

Mittagong Town Centre
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Balaclava

Balaclava might not have many top sights, but Destination Southern Highlands and Artemis Wines are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Balaclava
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Braemar

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

Braemar
Poplars at Mittagong

Poplars at Mittagong

3.5 out of 5
97 to 99 Old Hume Highway Braemar NSW
The price is NT$2,792 per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
NT$2,792
NT$3,071 total
Mar 22 - Mar 23
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Mittagong. Enjoy free WiFi, 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 NT$2,955 per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
NT$2,955
NT$3,250 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Mittagong. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and a garden. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (699 reviews)
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Reviewed on 2026/3/16

Mittagong Motel
Mittagong Holiday Park

Mittagong Holiday Park

3.5 out of 5
1 Old Hume Highway Mittagong NSW
The price is NT$3,719 per night from Mar 23 to Mar 24
NT$3,719
NT$4,153 total
Mar 23 - Mar 24
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this golf holiday park in Mittagong. Enjoy free parking, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Mount Gibraltar Reserve and Mount ...
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 2025/12/5

Mittagong Holiday Park
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Mantra Wollongong

Mantra Wollongong

4.5 out of 5
6-10 Gladstone Ave Wollongong NSW
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Wollongong. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and onsite car rentals. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,636 reviews)
Room was ok but run down but if you want a sleep in this place may not be for you with the construction going on next door with the big machinery breaking rock

Reviewed on 2026/3/17

Mantra Wollongong
KULA Wollongong

KULA Wollongong

3.5 out of 5
35 Atchison Street Wollongong NSW
Stay at this apartment in Wollongong. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Crown Street Mall and Wollongong ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (44 reviews)
Good facilities

Reviewed on 2026/3/18

KULA Wollongong
The Sebel Bowral Heritage Park

The Sebel Bowral Heritage Park

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

Reviewed on 2026/1/17

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

Boronia Park

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

Boronia Park

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 browsing 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

Cities near Mittagong

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Bowral