It’s official! Bowral is one of Australia’s favourite travel destinations, taking out the title of
the nation’s number one Country Town and ranking 5th overall in Australian Traveller’s
Top 100 Best Towns in Australia.
The prestigious ranking places Bowral alongside some of the country’s most iconic
destinations, recognising the town’s unique blend of heritage charm, laidback luxury and
unforgettable visitor experiences.
Announced today by Co-founder of Australian Traveller Quentin Long, live from the Australian Tourism Exchange in Adelaide, the annual rankings celebrate
towns that deliver exceptional travel experiences, local character and memorable
hospitality.
Members of the Australian Traveller judging panel praised Bowral as inviting and
effortlessly appealing.
“They just wrap their guests up here in a cosy wool rug, plop them by a roaring fire and
treat you to five-star service. The smile never leaves my dial here,” said Catriona Rowntree,
Australian Television and Radio Presenter.
“Posh, pretty, and easy to like,” said Irene Jones, Host of Travel Oz.
“Bowral just gives me a warm and cosy feeling at the mere mention of its name. I love
visiting in autumn, so I can sit by a fire and with a glass of wine in the evening, visit
bookstores and cafe hop in the day,” said Katie Carlin, Australian Traveller Head of Content.
