Berrima

Bowral

Be transported to the early days of Australia’s European settlement in this Georgian-era village, complete with an old gaol, courthouse and plenty of ghost stories.

Berrima is a beautifully preserved Georgian village in New South Wales’ Southern Highlands. Once a prosperous colonial town, Berrima is a testament to the endurance of Australia’s pioneering past. Discover the unique heritage on a stroll through town and see a collection of stately buildings dating back to the 1830s, including a spooky stone gaol. Investigate the town’s museums and stores selling local gourmet produce, teas, antiques, crafts, souvenirs and wines.

Plan your visit at the Berrima Tourist Information Centre, situated inside the historic old Court House. Built in 1838, the Court House was the site where the fate of several notorious bushrangers was decided. The sandstone building now contains a small history museum and a directory of walking and horse-and-carriage tours. Check out the Old Berrima Gaol next door and gaze up at the building’s eerie stone walls.

Embark on a walking tour and stop by National Trust-listed buildings, such as Harper’s Mansion, the White Horse Inn and Breens Commercial Hotel. Learn more about Berrima’s fascinating European settlement history at the Berrima District Museum. Stop by the heritage Surveyor General Inn, one of Australia’s oldest continually licensed inns, for a cold beer and traditional pub fare. Linger until nightfall to join a ghost tour of Berrima’s historic buildings, where ghosts from the Georgian era are said to roam.

Bring kids to enjoy the town’s exciting playground, antique toys and traditional confectionary store. A village market is held on selected Sundays. Explore the bushland reserves along the Wingecarribee River and spot wallabies, wombats and birds. If you’re lucky, you might see an elusive platypus swimming in the river. In nearby Joadja, wander through the crumbling late 19th-century ruins of a ghost town.

Berrima is within easy reach of Canberra, Sydney and Wollongong. Heritage lodgings and self-contained cabins are available for accommodation. Berrima’s wide range of fascinating heritage sites makes it a great place to visit at any time of year.


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Top hotels in Berrima

Berrima Bakehouse Motel

Berrima Bakehouse Motel

3.5 out of 5
19 Old Hume Highway, (entrance via Wingecarribee St), Berrima, NSW
The price is P5,742 per night from Aug 18 to Aug 19
P5,742
P6,316 total
Aug 18 - Aug 19
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Bowral. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and a picnic area. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"On a quick visit from Canberra, this was a great place to stay. Contactless check-in and check-out, good amenities, clean and tidy and quiet. Would happily stay here again!!"

Reviewed on Aug 10, 2025

Berrima Bakehouse Motel
Park Proxi Gibraltar Bowral

Park Proxi Gibraltar Bowral

3.5 out of 5
Boronia Street (off Centennial Road), Bowral, NSW
The price is P8,072 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
P8,072
P8,879 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star golf hotel in Bowral. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a golf course. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the spacious rooms in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"I loved our stay at Park Proxi. It worked for our family even though we aren't golfers. The room was spacious. Our toddler could walk"

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2025

Park Proxi Gibraltar Bowral
Links House

Links House

4 out of 5
17 Links Road, Burradoo, NSW
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P8,004 per night from Aug 25 to Aug 26
P8,004
P8,805 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star golf guesthouse in Bowral. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (722 reviews)
"Great dining experience"

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2025

Links House
Wildes Hotel Kangaroo Valley

Wildes Hotel Kangaroo Valley

3.5 out of 5
152 Moss Vale Rd, Kangaroo Valley, NSW
The price is P7,568 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
P7,568
P8,325 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Kangaroo Valley. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (144 reviews)
"Very friendly staff who helped with where to go. Great breakfast. Worth paying for when booking."

Reviewed on Aug 12, 2025

Wildes Hotel Kangaroo Valley
Berida Hotel

Berida Hotel

4 out of 5
6 David Street, Bowral, NSW
The price is P11,348 per night from Aug 20 to Aug 21
P11,348
P12,483 total
Aug 20 - Aug 21
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star golf guesthouse in Bowral. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (999 reviews)
Cosy and scenic
"Charming hotel with comfortable rooms, cosy and interesting decor, great food on site. Wonderful stay. My only warning is that the water pressure/temp in the shower is not good."

Reviewed on Aug 12, 2025

Berida Hotel
The Dormie House - On The Golf Course

The Dormie House - On The Golf Course

3.5 out of 5
Arthur Street, Moss Vale, NSW
Stay at this 3.5-star golf B&B in Bowral. Enjoy free parking, a golf course, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (630 reviews)
"The staff adnthebfood made this a highly memorable stay. The room was highly functional and check in and out was seamless."

Reviewed on Aug 4, 2025

The Dormie House - On The Golf Course
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Other neighbourhoods around Berrima

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New Berrima

Though New Berrima might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Berrima Gaol and Berrima Courthouse.

New Berrima
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Burradoo

Bars, gardens, and golf courses highlight some of the notable features of Burradoo. Make a stop by Cecil Hoskins Nature Reserve while you're exploring.

Burradoo
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Moss Vale

Moss Vale is noteworthy for its golf courses, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Moss Vale Golf Club and Leighton Gardens.

Moss Vale

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