Top Things to do in The Hills Shire
Top Hotels in The Hills Shire
The 10 Best Free Things to do in The Hills Shire, New South Wales
Discover the best top things to do in The Hills Shire, Australia including Bella Vista Farm Park, Hillsong Church, Rouse Hill Town Centre, Bella Vista Hotel, Cumberland State Forest, Rouse Hill Regional Park, Castle Hill Tavern, Australian Brewery, Castle Towers Shopping Centre, Bull N Bush Hotel.
Restaurants in The Hills Shire
1. Bella Vista Farm Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 20 reviews
Experience the tranquillity of Bella Vista Farm and soak up the surrounding 20 hectares of parkland and panoramic views of the Sydney basin back to the Blue Mountains. Immerse yourself in Australia’s history with a morning tea in the charming gardens and courtyard of the original homestead and take a tour of the homestead interior and various farm buildings. Bella Vista Farm boasts a string of past owners and farm uses that contributed significantly to the development of Australian agriculture, including the first Merino Sheep Farm in Australia and the foundation of the Australian citrus fruit industry. The site is an intact farm including homestead and out-buildings dating from the original grant to Joseph Foveaux in 1799. The Farm is one of the best surviving examples of a hilltop farm in the metropolitan area. Discover the history of the Farm and how its history was rediscovered thus ensuring its survival. Enjoy a social picnic and make use of the public BBQ facilities in the outer grounds of the farm or simply wander the walk ways and view the avenue of Bunya Pines that form the original driveway to the homestead.
Reviewed By Copthat1 - Sydney, Australia
Went here to watch the Ret Hot Summer Tour, featuring bands like Moving Pictures, Baby Animals, The Angels, Screaming Jets and Suzi Quatro. The crowd was capped at 5,000, so well done to the organisers as this amount of people was just perfect. There were virtually no queues for food and drink. A totally outdoor venue where events like this go ahead rain, hail or shine. 12pm - 9pm, a great day out with friends listening to some great music. BYO chair, rug, sealed bottle water and snacks. Depending on the event, alcohol is served, but generally mid strength beer and mid strength spirits, and normal wine but smaller servings (187ml). Parking onsite but as we lived locally, we walked to the event. Sunscreen and a hat is a must in the warmer months. Give this event location a go..
2. Hillsong Church
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 50 reviews
Reviewed By 950ninae - Fort McMurray, Canada
We were welcomed as soon as we arrived at Hillsong Church in Baulkham Hills this morning. We found the people very open and friendly. Identify yourself as "new" and you get free coffee downstairs with friendly people to chat with. Special seating is also arranged for you. We loved the worship service, especially the words of the songs. So powerful, along with the message this morning I felt Totally Blessed to be in the presence of God. The worship leaders were real, not just people putting on a show. I appreciated the comfortable seating, that wheelchairs and strollers could be accommodated and that the words of the songs were up on large screens and easy to read on either side of the platform. If I lived anywhere in Sydney (instead of Canada), this would be my church!
3. Rouse Hill Town Centre
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 115 reviews
Reviewed By Lanny63 - Wagga Wagga, Australia
This shopping centre has everything you need, great shops, fantastic a cinema, restaurants and eateries, and plenty of things to occupy the children. All the good shops for clothing, department stores, shoe shops, homewares, electronics, supermarkets, everything you need really. There is a great play area adjacent to the food court and another area for children to explore in the centre of the complex. There are even regular market days held in the centre. This centre is open air with undercover walkways between shops. Plenty of undercover parking too.
4. Bella Vista Hotel
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 37 reviews
5. Cumberland State Forest
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 81 reviews
Reviewed By jc222 - Sydney, Australia
A really great location in the middle of Sydney where the whole family can experience what the bush is all about. Plenty of walking tracks and plenty of animals including birds and bush turkeys abound. The whole area is well maintained with plenty of picnics areas and open spaces for all to enjoy. There is also a well stocked plant nursery and a very good cafe as well for those who want to drop in for a meal or just a break. Well worth a visit if in the area.
6. Rouse Hill Regional Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 23 reviews
Reviewed By cathycathy5
Nice place to ride a horse, go for a walk, have a BBQ or a picnic. Rustic atmosphere (except for the modern toilets) Good parking. Peaceful.
7. Castle Hill Tavern
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 36 reviews
Castle Hill Tavern is the original 'local' pub in the Hills district, with years of providing customers with efficient and friendly customer service at all of our four bars. The Tav will cater to all your needs with our wide range of facilities such as our family friendly bistro, VIP lounge, TAB, pool table, beer garden and our two dedicated function rooms ideal for both corporate and private events. Our Bistro is open seven days from 11am till late and has weekday dining specials for lunch and dinner. Our dining area boasts both inside and outdoor seating for any age to enjoy. Our weekly entertainment includes, trivia, members' draws, karaoke and live entertainment with soloists playing in our beer garden. Our venue hosts two function rooms that will cater to any occasion. Whether you are celebrating an event such as an engagement, wedding, birthday, anniversary or christening or arranging your work meetings or conferences our experienced functions team will make it an event to remember.
Reviewed By 369lilianee - Greater Sydney, Australia
great customer service and dedication by the team, the pub could use a renovation would love to come back
8. Australian Brewery
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 42 reviews
Reviewed By Ianthomo - Pitt Town, Australia
We visited with a group of 6 for a Monday night birthday dinner. The selection of craft beers is outstanding especially my favourite dark beers. The menu is not extensive but sufficient for a good selection range. I highly recommend the Brewery Smoked Meat Platter, a sampler of the most tender chicken, lamb and brisket than you have ever eaten. All the food served was of great quality, prepared with care. The atmosphere is relaxed and the surrounds clean and well laid out with a large area of tables away from the pokie area. Children are catered for with a play area with safe equipment close by so a watchful can be kept. A great pub for friends and family.
9. Castle Towers Shopping Centre
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 66 reviews
Reviewed By Manickjg
This place is enjoyable to visit and recently have refurbished their basement level so it now connects directly to the Metro. The new renovations look great! Lots of shops to look at and lots of dining places to enjoy. A good place to visit if you need to do groceries, shopping, window shopping or even if just to have a meal. There is a cinema and some entertainment for kids and families on the top level.
10. Bull N Bush Hotel
Overall Ratings
3.0 based on 15 reviews
