Attractions

Horse riding in the Hunter Valley....ride with us through beautiful Hunter Valley bushland and vineyards or hop on one of our horse-drawn carriage wine tours. Experience the beautiful views, country fresh air and award winning wine and produce that our wine region has to offer. Our friendly staff, beautiful horses and comfortable carriages will ensure you have a fun, and relaxing day out with your family and friends.

https://www.huntervalleyhorses.com.au

Hunter Valley Wine Tours

Driving yourself around ‘the Hunter’ can be limiting, especially when there’s wine tasting involved and your time is short. There’s a better way to experience more of the Hunter Valley. Just imagine a mouth-watering trip filled with the best local wine and food… and you’re just sitting back laughing! Yes, you deserve one of our wine tours.

Visit the below link to see the different tour options available; from half day tour, Beer Tour, Bubbles & Nougat right though to a full day Hunter Valley VIP tour.

https://twofatblokes.com.au/tours

Multi-award winning Balloon Aloft has been offering Hunter Valley balloon flights for over forty years. and the Hunter Valley - Australia’s premier vineyard region - offers the perfect backdrop for the flight of a lifetime.

The Hunter Valley balloon flights begin at sunrise and take in views of the picturesque wine regions of Pokolbin, Lovedale, Rothbury or Broke. Balloon flights last approximately one hour and are followed by a delicious gourmet breakfast and champagne celebration at the famous Peterson House winery and Restaurant.

https://www.balloonaloft.com/locations/hunter-valley/experience

Come and see the Hunter Valley by motor assisted bike and you will be amazed how easy they are to ride and make your experience so enjoyable. Peddle if you like, or don't peddle up those hill if you don't feel like it. A great fitness experience especially for couples or small groups. Visit the many wineries in motorised style and enjoy the wind in your hair and experience your tour at you own pace.

http://www.suttonestateelectricbikehire.com

Located in Pokolbin in the Hunter Valley, next to DeIuliis Wines, is a Cheese Deli, Bar and Gourmet Produce & Gift Store all in one - a social space for people to enjoy quality wine and craft beer matched with artisan cheese and fine food (not to mention our decadent fudge and gelato).

We hope you love Hunter Belle Cheese Room as much as we do!

https://www.hunterbellecheeseroom.com/

Handmade in the Hunter Markets showcase a wide variety of handmade art, craft and food and the talented local creators who make or grow them. We host up to 60 stallholders at each market who attend on a rotational basis ensuring you will discover new treats and treasures at every visit!

Meet and marvel at our local artisans skilled in a variety of timeless arts and specialisations such as beekeeping, candle making, soap making, spinning, sewing, felting, photography, painting – the list goes on! For food lovers, Hunter Valley cooks and growers offer fresh produce, yummy food, fresh hot coffee, preserves and condiments, honey, sauces and salsas, olives and olive oil.

Stall categories are listed on this page. Click on a category to see the artisans exhibiting in each category. https://handmadehuntermarkets.com.au/stalls/

Situated in the heart of Wine Country, Rover Coaches is one of the largest family owned bus companies in New South Wales with a rich and proud history dating back to 1925.

The Company is renowned for its expertise in major events, concert and conference logistics and has provided successful transport solutions for all of the largest events in the Hunter Valley.

For most concerts and special events Rover picks up and drops off right at the gates of Broken View Estate - we use them for every concert we go to!

Book online at https://www.rovercoaches.com.au

Start with some small tasting plates to tempt the taste buds, then enjoy our shared signature dishes; created to be served in the middle of the table accompanied by a range of garden fresh sides and salads.

If you are after something a little lighter, then try our delicious pastas or house made wood fire pizzas.

Don’t forget to enjoy some of our hand-crafted desserts after your meal with a coffee, tea or digestive.

https://baumeatbenean.com/

Located at the entrance to Pokolbin in the iconic Hungerford Hill Winery, Muse Restaurant aims to be a showcase of Hunter Valley produce with an emphasis on seasonality and quality.

We wish to provide you with a complete dining experience, offering contemporary Australian cuisine presented with professional and friendly service.

The seasonal nature of our menu results in dishes that are constantly changing, but there’s a consistent culinary approach across the board: technique, restraint and respect.

https://musedining.com.au

With a modern Australian menu, local wines and views of Windsor’s Edge vineyard, Amanda’s has been a favourite restaurant in the Hunter Valley for both tourists and locals for more than two decades. Located in Pokolbin, on McDonalds Road, we’re right in the heart of the Hunter region.

It's the perfect place to settle in for a long lunch, to celebrate a special occasion or to get together with a small group. Dine alfresco in the warmer months where you can enjoy the gardens or relax by sunset on the verandah, or get cosy by the fire in winter.

With a perfect balance of seasonal, quality local ingredients, each dish on our menu is made to be devoured and each bite to be savoured.

https://www.amandas.com.au/

Restaurant Botanica, hidden among grapevines and gumtrees outside of Pokolbin at Spicers Vineyard Estate, has been refining its style under head chef Chris Rhoney, broadening the appeal of the five-star retreat’s Restaurant Botanica to casual diners seeking cuisine with impeccable provenance and a superb regional wine list.

Spicers’ signature emphasis on locally sourced produce and naturally sustainable practices is in full flight under Rhoney, who took up the mantle of head chef in March 2020 after a year-long spell as senior sous chef at Mitchelton Wines in Nagambie, Victoria.

The restaurant has been awarded One Chef Hat in the Australian Good Food Guide in 2019, 2020 and 2021 and two glasses in the 2020 Australian Wine List of the Year Awards.

https://restaurantbotanica.com.au

We at Pokolbin Picnic Co, package and provide delicious regional gourmet produce for your ease and enjoyment. Relax and find your own space in our wonderful Hunter Valley. Plan a quiet, romantic picnic or perhaps gather together a group of friends.

We also cater for cyclists and travellers on the go with our gourmet travel bags. We pride ourselves in supplying only the finest quality provisions and produce.

Our aim is to provide delicious, quality, fresh Hunter Valley regional gourmet food to be enjoyed by our valued customers. We maintain high professional standards in food preparation as well as product presentation. We enjoy showcasing fine local produce, the creations of other Hunter Valley regional providors.

https://www.pokolbinpicnicco.com.au/