Lunch in the Hunter Valley vineyards Image: Yumi Stynes
Location
The NSW Hunter region is comprised of the Hunter Valley, the Upper Hunter and Barrington Tops and is nestled in fertile plains, vineyards and national parks between the Central Coast and Newcastle, less than three hours’ drive north of Sydney.
Towns
Pokolbin, Cessnock, Wollombi, Singleton, Broke, Scone, Maitland, Muswellbrook, Dungog, Murrurundi, Merriwa,
Famous for …
Vineyards of the Hunter Valley, lush countryside perfect for walking, bike rides and horse riding trails, fabulous fresh produce, historic villages and towns, World Heritage-listed Barrington Tops National Park and more, the Hunter is famous for its crisp, clean air and rolling countryside that undulates from gentle hilltops to rich green valleys, and for its diverse towns, dining, entertainment and attractions.
View from Thunderbolt’s Lookout, Barrington Tops National Park Image: nationalparksnsw.gov.au/Hamilton Lund
5 of the Best Family Attractions
- Starline Alpaca Farm
- Rose Point Park All Abilities Playground, Singleton (includes the fantastic Liberty Swing for children in wheelchairs!)
- Gravity X Indoor Trampoline Park
- Devil’s Hole Lookout Walk and picnic area, Barrington Tops
- Hunter Valley Gardens
Mad Hatter’s Tea Party in Storybook Garden Image: Hunter Valley Gardens
Stay and Play – Hunter Region
For more information on the Hunter region of NSW, including events, click here.
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