Bundanoon

Wilderness & waterfalls

With dramatic waterfalls, abundant wildlife and spectacular escarpment lookouts, Morton National Park offers superb wilderness to explore, a stone’s throw from Bundanoon. Take in the beauty of Fairy Bower Falls on a one-hour loop walk through tranquil bushland or enjoy scenic views on the Lovers, Riverview and Mount Carnarvon walking tracks.

Fairy Bower Falls, Bundanoon

An evening visit to the magical Glow Worm Glen is a must-do, with hundreds of larvae of fungus gnats producing an iridescent light show at night. The best time to see the glowing larvae is December to February, with the walk there through lush bushland taking about an hour return. Don’t forget to bring a torch to light the path.

Glow Worm Glen, Bundanoon - Credit: Glow Worm Glen

Cycling trails

The undulating roads and trails winding through the national park are perfect for cycling. Explore the Bundanoon cycling route with picnic spots and rewarding views from lookouts along the way. Take a self-guided cycling tour through Bundanoon and Morton National Park with WheelExplorer. Book one of their e-bikes online, pick it up from Bundanoon Newsagent and then use the special Bluetooth helmets to lead you on a 15-kilometre journey with a live audio guide to the highlights. You can also use your own bike and just download the handy guide.

Cycling street art in Bundanoon

Bundanoon events

The big drawcard on the Bundanoon events calendar is Brigadoon, an authentic Highland Gathering that attracts thousands of people to the tiny village each April. It’s a fun, family-friendly celebration of all things Scottish with see pipe bands, Highland dancing, feats of strength, live music, and traditional games like caber tossing. In November, the Bundanoon Folk Festival brings music, dance and poetry to venues across the city. Meet local artists and artisans on the first and third Sunday of the month at the Bundanoon Makers Market.

Brigadoon, Bundanoon - Credit: Alaistair | Brigadoon

Country pubs & restaurants

For a tiny village, Bundanoon offers plenty of choices for places to eat, with quality restaurants, cafes and bakeries. Linger over a traditional Italian long lunch at Bottega B Ristorante or stop in for a delicious gingerbread latte at the Potter’s Pantry. Visit the Bundanoon Hotel, a classic country pub built in 1922 and surrounded by superb gardens. For Latin American flavours cooked live over an open flame, visit Fire Kitchen in the Osborn House hotel. They also host Fire Feast long lunches twice a month, an immersive Argentinian asado (barbecue) experience.

Osborn House, Bundanoon - Credit: Obsorn House

Getting there & where to stay

Set inside a grand residence dating back to 1892, Osborn House is one of Australia’s best boutique hotels. Styled as an elegant English country retreat, choose from rooms in the main house or the luxe Forest Lodges with exclusive access to the Forest Bathing Deck complete with ice bath, jacuzzi, sauna and fire pit. Other accommodation options include a motel, holiday cottages and campsites.

Osborn House, Bundanoon - Credit: Obsorn House

Bundanoon is around 90 minutes' drive from both Sydney and Canberra. You can also catch a direct train from Sydney, which takes two hours and 30 minutes, or from Canberra, which is just over two hours.