Top Things to do in The Hills Shire
Top Hotels in The Hills Shire
Top 9 Budget-friendly Things to do in The Hills Shire, New South Wales
Discover the best top things to do in The Hills Shire, Australia including Tobruk Sydney, Rouse Hill Estate, Museums Discovery Centre, Fagan Park, Hillsong Church, Rouse Hill Town Centre, Cumberland State Forest, Rouse Hill Regional Park, Dural Putt Putt.
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1. Tobruk Sydney
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 106 reviews
Located in the magnificent Hawkesbury Valley, just over one hour from the heart of Sydney CBD, Tobruk Sydney offers you a day like no other. The expansive acreage overlooking the Hawkesbury River Valley and Blue Mountains allows you to experience a variety of activities, suitable for all ages. With sheep shearing, working dogs mustering sheep, duck shows, whip and boomerang demonstrations and Stockman on horseback, Tobruk Sydney is packed full of fun experiences you will never forget. Greeted by a Stockman on horseback, you will drive into Tobruk Sydney with breathtaking views of the property, with the Blue Mountains showing off in the background. Upon arrival, you will be greeted by the friendly staff and they will direct you over to our 'Drovers Camp' where the Stockman will tell you all about life on a sheep station. Tasting the delicious Billy Tea and Damper that the Stockman has cooked fresh for you that morning, you will have your first experience of life as a Stockman. Watching the outback show has many exciting experiences, such as the unique Whip & Boomerang and Duck Show, along with discovering how the working dogs are trained. You will see the working dogs in action, as they muster the sheep into the sheep yards. Immerse yourself in the fascinating live sheep shearing demonstration, before heading back over to the Drovers Camp for a freshly-cooked Aussie BBQ lunch (included in our Premium & Afternoon program). Once you've enjoyed your delicious lunch, try your hand at cracking a whip or throwing a boomerang, or jump on a an optional tractor for a tour of the whole property.
Reviewed By annanuw - Sydney, Australia
It was excellent choice to do something different in Sydney ! The economy program (starts with the drovers camp - how to make billy tea and tasting of fresh bake dampers . Then was demo of boomerang and whip crackling- very entertaining ! There was the working dog herding the sheep - the dog Bendi was just too clever ! The show ended with sheep shearing , very interactive and educational ). The hostress Tess was just brilliant ! She made us laughed so much, my family from Malaysia were very impressed. The staffs (Kellie, Maria, Nick) were so lovely. We felt so welcomed. The homestead, was definately better than what we had imagined. Its basic but clean and cozy. There was no internet and phone reception , which makes it perfect for people who really want to spend some quality time together without any technology interference. We brought Jenga with us, we went out for a walk, played with Bendi and had a few go with boomerang, we had a fantastic time !!! Thanks for the excellent hospitality .
2. Rouse Hill Estate
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 34 reviews
Filled with an assortment of belongings and treasures, this house and farm chronicles the changing fortunes of six generations of the one family. You can only visit the house and farm in a guided tour. Our tours last for about 45-minutes and run at 11am and 2pm, Wednesday to Friday. On weekends, our general tours are at 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm with a Highlights Tour at 3pm. We have a people mover for visitors with low mobility. We are open daily during NSW school holidays. Closed Christmas Day.
Reviewed By dennis19462018 - Sydney, Australia
Went there with no expectations at all. Amazed that we had not been before. Restoration has been to maintain the original feel of a property that has been held in one family for 6 generations. All the staff are totally committed to the visitor leaving totally amazed that this could exist in the Hills of Sydney and not been made into a television series or movie. Words do not do justice to this experience. do not miss it.
3. Museums Discovery Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 27 reviews
The Museums Discovery Centre (MDC) is a collaboration between the Museum of Applied Arts and Sciences (MAAS), Australian Museum (AM) and Sydney Living Museums. Inside the MDC you will find millions of treasures, with hundreds on display for you to explore, and thousands more waiting to be discovered through booked tours of the deep collection stores. A visit to the MDC also provides you with a rare opportunity to learn about museum collecting, conservation and research practices.
Reviewed By tarliab - Bella Vista, Australia
Great day out. So many amazing old pieces of history to explore. It is so Lovely to see old exhibits on display. Amazing place for little kids to explore and go back in time. They are now open weekends with free entry to most exhibits. Great local attractions must see for anyone.
4. Fagan Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 105 reviews
Reviewed By giawawasydney - Sydney, Australia
We wanted to get away from the crowd this weekend and accidentally found this place. The map says this garden has ''Gardens of Many nations" in it. Sounds interesting! It is around one-hour's drive away from the city center. Ideal distance! The garden turned out smaller than we expected, but it has several lakes of different styles, beautiful mini gardens of different nations (we saw people taking wedding pictures there), kids playgrounds, and even an area to fly model aircraft (not sure whether that is open to the public or not, we only watched from a distance). My favourite was the reserved area at a corner of the garden. It is full of tranquility and totally refreshing, if one slows down and embraces the nature. Miraculous! Although it is winter, the garden is so colorful!
5. 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!
6. 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.
7. 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.
8. 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.
9. Dural Putt Putt
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 18 reviews
Reviewed By murrayM1980
Great traditional family fun outdoors in the fresh air surrounded with beautiful gardens. Great little café on site.
