Matt’s guidebook
Sightseeing
5-10 minutes away, the falls offer spectacular viewpoints, easy walking paths and in summer very unique watering holes to swim in.
54 locals recommend
Carrington Falls
5-10 minutes away, the falls offer spectacular viewpoints, easy walking paths and in summer very unique watering holes to swim in.
Beautiful waterfalls with lots of walking paths. There’s also a visitor centre worth a visit that offers a great deal of information about local history and wildlife.
103 locals recommend
Fitzroy Falls
Beautiful waterfalls with lots of walking paths. There’s also a visitor centre worth a visit that offers a great deal of information about local history and wildlife.
Just a short drive down Jambaroo Mountain Road, this is a great family destination.
139 locals recommend
Illawarra Fly Treetop Adventures
182 Knights Hill RdJust a short drive down Jambaroo Mountain Road, this is a great family destination.
A great day out for the cricket enthusiast.
45 locals recommend
Bradman Museum & International Cricket Hall of Fame
Saint Jude StreetA great day out for the cricket enthusiast.
About 30 minutes drive down the pass, HARS Aviation Museum at 54 Airport Road, Albion Park Rail is a great destination. Take a tour, sit in the seat of a fighter jet, walk on board planes - it’s very hands-on.
37 locals recommend
Historical Aircraft Restoration Society
54 Airport RdAbout 30 minutes drive down the pass, HARS Aviation Museum at 54 Airport Road, Albion Park Rail is a great destination. Take a tour, sit in the seat of a fighter jet, walk on board planes - it’s very hands-on.
Clover Hill trail
Clover Hill Road30 minutes away, this is a great water park during summer months.
228 locals recommend
Jamberoo Action Park
1215 Jamberoo Rd30 minutes away, this is a great water park during summer months.
Neighbourhoods
"Robbo" (to the locals) is most commonly know as the home of the Giant Potato and the "Famous Robertson Pie Shop", however today several great cafes can be found on the main street along with a variety of shops including theold Cheese Factory.
36 locals recommend
Robertson
"Robbo" (to the locals) is most commonly know as the home of the Giant Potato and the "Famous Robertson Pie Shop", however today several great cafes can be found on the main street along with a variety of shops including theold Cheese Factory.
Bowral has a vibrant main street (Bong Bong St) with lots of retail shops, restaurants and cafes. Bowral also hosts the renowned tulip festival in September.
75 locals recommend
Bowral
Bowral has a vibrant main street (Bong Bong St) with lots of retail shops, restaurants and cafes. Bowral also hosts the renowned tulip festival in September.
Historical Berrima is a lovely village about 35 minutes drive away and worthy of a trip. The Old Berrima Jail is a favourite with our kids.
78 locals recommend
Berrima
Historical Berrima is a lovely village about 35 minutes drive away and worthy of a trip. The Old Berrima Jail is a favourite with our kids.
Kiama
Kiama is about 40mins away, offering a great day trip to the beach.
Kangaroo Valley
An easy day trip, nice pub, shops, etc.
Food scene
It may not seem an obvious destination, however the bistro offers a great menu including daily specials and unrivaled value. The club has large outdoor areas for kids to play and often has balls and games for the children.
Robertson Bowling Club
1 Yarranga StIt may not seem an obvious destination, however the bistro offers a great menu including daily specials and unrivaled value. The club has large outdoor areas for kids to play and often has balls and games for the children.
Robertson Pie Shop
4400 Illawarra HwySample the great range of pies from the Robbo Pie Shop.
A lovely local pub with local beers and a great menu.
27 locals recommend
Robertson Public House & Kitchen
89 Hoddle StA lovely local pub with local beers and a great menu.
Moonacres Kitchen
81 Illawarra HwyPopular cafe focused on organic “paddock to plate”.
Wineries & Craft Breweries
Sally's Corner Wines
257 Sallys Corner RdSouthern Highland Wines
42 Oldbury RoadCellar tasting and restaurant.
Includes a lovely restaurant. Check for opening hours.
25 locals recommend
Southern Highlands Brewing & Taphouse
490-494 Argyle StIncludes a lovely restaurant. Check for opening hours.
Eden Brewery
19 Cavendish StGreat selection of beers, often hosting a food truck.
Mount Ashby Estate
128 Nowra RdLovely winery/restaurant with a French feel to it.
St Maur Wines
238 Old Argyle RoadBeautiful location with an intimate tasting room.