From wine tasting in Australia’s oldest wine region to exploring UNESCO World Heritage rainforest, the Hunter region north of Sydney is a delicious and delightful destination. Visit the cellar doors of acclaimed vineyards, browse fresh local produce at local markets and enjoy a calendar packed with vibrant festivals.
The Hunter is full of surprises. In the rural beauty of the Upper Hunter, you’ll find famous horse studs and thriving farms. Follow walking and hiking trails in the Barrington Tops that wind through parts of the Gondwana Rainforests of Australia World Heritage Area. Discover colonial heritage and a cosmopolitan coffee culture in the town of Maitland.