Capital Country Travel Maps & Location Guides

Today's visitor to Berrima can experience the quiet charm and romance that comes from those features of the village which remained frozen in time and which now so wonderfully portray those earlier times. (See the Historic Berrima page for a map and list of these features.. read more

Bowral has a reputation for brilliantly maintaining an old-style facade that harks back to colonial times. As such, it's great for antique shopping and other quaint Australian artifacts and holds a overall friendly air that makes it a popular destination.. read more

There is a well established artists' colony among its residents, and many of the old guest houses have been restored and opened for today's visitors. Behind its sleepy old-world charm, Bundanoon is a vibrant community. Visitors can still enjoy the grand.. read more

Parliament House and the War Memorial are the two most visible icons worth visiting in the ACT, but there are many more. The refreshingly different National Museum of Australia is a unique celebration of Australia's cultural history, while Questacon.. read more

Canyonleigh is a rural area covering 300 square kilometers in the Southern Highlands of NSW, west of Moss Vale. It is a small community of rural properties and a number of state forests which has attracted a new population of retirees and commuters to.. read more

Exeter is a picturesque "English" style village in the Southern Highlands of NSW. It is a delightful country village with a village green, general store, country lanes and hedgerows and grand rows of deciduous trees. There are also some glorious "English".. read more

Our large visitors centre provides a range of Australian made souvenirs and gifts as well as information on both national parks and other areas of interest to visit in the local region. Picnic areas and barbecues available. Guided tours for groups available.. read more

A part of quintessential Australia, etched in history, a blend of pristine nature and city vitality. Take a leisurely diversion off the highway and uncover the myriad treasures hiding in this thriving rural gem. The district has diversity unexpected.. read more

Also well known for its arts and crafts, and boasts the largest display of embroidery and needlework kits in Australia. read more

Morton National Park features spectacular waterfalls, such as Tianjara Falls in the south and Belmore and Fitzroy Falls in the north. Information on the park is available at the magnificent Fitzroy Falls Visitor Centre, located at the waterfall. The centre also offers.. read more

Moss Vale is central to the Highlands and all other villages and attractions. The town centre and old streets offer a range of interesting historic buildings and residences. The town is surrounded by lush farming areas and the spectacular natural scenery.. read more

Robertson is a small township located in the Capital Country of New South Whales. At high points, the town boasts spectacular views of the land and ocean. A high annual rainfall and a rich red soil has made this town one of the prime potato growing locations.. read more

Sutton Forest is a small hamlet at an intersection on the Illawarra Highway near Moss Vale, 129 kms south west of Sydney. It is a collection of churches, cemeteries and historic commercial buildings now given over to craft and specialist gift shops. Very few people live.. read more

Wombeyan Caves feature vast caverns adorned with striking and delicate formations in a range of sizes, shapes and textures. These limestone caves are both remarkable and beautiful. Your experienced, trained guide will lead you through ancient chambers, lit to highlight.. read more

During the early 1800's, the natural beauty and superior agricultural land of the Yass district led famous explorer Hamilton Hume and the poet Banjo Paterson to settle in the district. Today, the main street of Yass is brimming with architectural treasures reminiscent.. read more

Alpine is located on the Sydney side of Mittagong and boasts rich countryside and berry farms. read more

The village of Binda existed long before it was gazetted as a town in 1851. As the oldest town in the district, Binda was the first to have a post office, police station, courthouse and government school.1840's Bushranger history. The Historic village.. read more

The village grew during the laying of the railway in 1876. The historic railway station is a stately building much larger than any other in the region, which lends credit to the belief that at the time of its construction it was intended to be a main stop on the line.. read more

Nineteenth century architecture includes houses and businesses which have served the town since the goldrush days. Preservation is encouraged by the local council and guided by the NSW Heritage Council. Braidwood was named after surgeon and pioneer Dr Thomas Braidwood.. read more

The historic village of Bungendore dates back to 1837 and lies in a beautiful valley a mere 20 minutes from Queanbeyan. Boasting attractions such as local vineyards and Lake George, Bungendore is a traditional Australian country town with a relaxed bush.. read more

Bungonia is now a pleasant stopping place on the way to the Bungonia State Recreation Area. The village boasts many fine examples of early historic buildings. These include: St Michaels Catholic Church (1849), Courthouse (c. 1834), Christ Church Anglican.. read more

Take a peek between the hedgerows, look out from the top of Region Street - or more comfortably, from the terrace at the Burrawang Village Hotel, and the view of the magnificent countryside will be enough reward for your visit. The Old Village Store in.. read more

Bywong Hill, located about three and a half kilometres northeast of the village of Sutton, is a prominent local landmark. The hill is identified on a map of southeast New South Wales published in 1837, and was included in a dictionary of Australian place.. read more

The area was first settled by Europeans when T.A. Murray was granted land in 1829. By 1837 Murray had built himself a substantial home and that same year a postal service began from Goulburn across the flat plains to Lake George and down to Yass. This.. read more

The original Aboriginal name of Crookwell was "Kiamma", meaning "good fishing ground". An abundance of sparkling streams are good for trout fishing. There's even a Fly Fishing School for learning or just brushing up on your skills.. read more

Dalton today, the peaceful town protects its heritage with pride and dedication. An amazing fossil leaf deposit with particularly fine detail has been preserved in Dalton. One unusual and significant slab of Dalton fossil (over 40 million years) can be.. read more

Gundaroo is a small historic village, an example of a typical 19th century Australian village. Its unique character, constructed in the period 1860-1890, is special because it does not suffer from urban sprawl. Situated in the Yass River valley, Gundaroo.. read more

Gunning is the centre of 'The Shire of Small Villages', settled in 1820s. It is an old transport and wool growing centre offering heritage experiences with a peaceful, friendly rural atmosphere. Gunning is located 1 kilometre from the Hume Highway.. read more

Since 1837 ... Laggan is full of pleasant surprises. It was once home to bushrangers, troopers, pubs, a multitude of shops and a bustling grain ill, Laggan Village is one of New South Wales best kept deserts. Visitors to Laggan Village, including those.. read more

The village consists of St. John's Church and Cemetery dating from 1860, several bed and breakfasts and a function centre and tea rooms. read more

Marulan is located 15 minutes north of Goulburn, on the Hume Highway and has the honour of being the only town, city or village in the world situated on the 150 degree Meridian. This is the meridian used as the basis for Australian Eastern Standard Time.. read more

Murrumbateman district has a long history dating back to the 1820's when the first white settlers took up land. To receive the first land grant was the remarkable woman Mary Davis, known around the district as “Granny” Davis. There is some conflict as to whether.. read more

Penrose village is fringed by the State Forest. The Sylvan Glen Guest House has a nine-hole golf course, paintball and restaurant set in a picturesque valley. read more

The site of gold, silver and lead mining in the mid-19th Century, Queanbeyan's population has grown from just under 400 at that time to close to 30,000 today. However, this hub of Capital Country has lost none of its small-town charm. Visit in November.. read more

Tarago is situated on Tourist Drive 8 from Goulburn to Canberra. read more

Taralga has strong connection to the merino sheep, with the famous John Macarthur having a large property, Richlands, in the area. In fact, Taralga's Main Street, Orchard Street, marks the place where the Macarthur family orchard once stood. Places of.. read more

Willlow Vale, just west of the Princes Highway and Gerringong, boats rolling green hills dotted with Illawarra Flame trees. read more

The district is rich in Aboriginal and European history. A colourful tapestry interweaves the Dreamtime legends of the Gundagurra and Tharawal people on a backdrop of gorges, ranges and plains with a rural patchwork created by the white settlers who followed.. read more