Insiders Guide to Tenterfield

  • Stonefruit Bar

    Award-winning wine bar in the main street with seasonal local produce, Campos coffee and hand-picked wines. Stylish and soulful.

  • The Little Nook

    Charming café in the main street for hearty breakfasts, delicious homemade cakes, great coffee and warm hospitality. Don’t miss the Nooki Bowl!

  • Bad Manners

    Located in Manners Street, Bad Manners is famous for its Blackboard coffee, gluten-free donuts, hot chips, firepit and local produce. It is the home of Eat Street Events.

  • The Corner Cafe

    The Corner Cafe – Corner Rouse & Molesworth Streets. Bright café in restored building with generous brunches, smooth coffee and local chatter.

  • The Bohemian Tea Room

    The Bohemian Tearoom located in the Main Street, on the outskirts of town.
    Lush vintage-style tearoom with decadent cakes and generous servings. Outdoor garden play area for kids too.

  • The Potting Shed

    Visit this main street institution for antiques, plants and brunch all in one. Unique setting and slow charm. Soak up the beautifully restored building.

  • Fields Specialty Coffee

    From its main street location right near the pool, Fields offers great coffee, vibes and pizzas every Friday night!

  • The Courtyard Cafe

    From its unique home in the School of Arts, head to the Courtyard Cafe for its leafy courtyard, homemade fare - epic brunches - and an easy-going pace.

  • Bula Eats

    Fijian-Indian takeaway Fridays. Hearty curries available from a converted shipping container at the skate park - just behind Coles. All gluten-free. Truly unmissable!

  • Commercial Boutique Hotel

    Restored Art Deco pub serving up-market pub classics and boutique drinks. Book ahead to check opening hours.

  • The Royal Hotel

    Tenterfield’s first licensed premises recently restored in High Street. Eat & drink at Munro's bar & kitchen or the George Inn restaurant.

  • Tenterfield Golf Course

    Bistro dining in Pelham Street with peaceful views of one of the Australia’s greatest country golf courses - all with a friendly club vibe. Eat in the restaurant or in the bar.

  • Ruben & Flax

    A refined blend of homewares, linen, candles and curated local treasures. Located in Tenterfield’s main street.

  • Make it Tenterfield

    Gifts, fashion, crafts and art located in the main street – all handmade by Tenterfield locals.

  • My Notes From Gallery

    Art, stationery and slow-crafted gifts with soul. A place of calm. Home for Peakvue Pottery.

  • White Cottage Flower Farm & Antiques

    A stunning antique-filled garden estate with wisteria arbours and flower farm. Visits by private appointment only.

  • The Tenterfield Saddler

    Visit the iconic Tenterfield Saddler in High Street. Step into history and music. Peter Allen’s legacy in an original building.

  • Sir Henry Parkes School of Arts

    The main street location of Australia’s
    Federation birthplace. Grand architecture and colonial exhibitions.

  • Tenterfield Railway Museum

    A must not miss piece of rail history. Lovingly restored in Railway Avenue, see trains and momentos of yesteryear. Cover charge applies.

  • Centenary Cottage Museum

    Tenterfield Centenary Cottage Museum consists of the Cottage Museum, General Sir Harry Chauvel Gallery, Petrie Pioneer Cottage and machinery from a bygone era.

  • Captain Thunderbolt's Hideout

    Bushranger Captain Thunderbolt’s cave hideout, just 12km north of Tenterfield on Mount Lindsay Rd. Easy 150m walk to explore history tucked into granite and bush.

  • Mount Mackenzie Lookout

    At the top of Mount Mackenzie Road and only 10 minutes from Mirumiru. Iconic lookout with golden hour views.

  • Boonoo Boonoo Falls

    In Boonoo Boonoo National Park you will find cascading waterfalls, wild swimming and Banjo Paterson’s romantic proposal site to his beloved Alice Manners.

  • Bald Rock

    Don’t miss climbing Australia’s largest exposed granite rock. Suitable for more adventurous walkers and families.

  • Tourist Route 9

    One hour scenic drive through rugged ranges and high country farmland. Nature at its rawest. Only a short distance from Mirumiru.

  • Currys Gap Reserve

    Walk through the old-growth forests, which are home to a number of vulnerable animal species. Entry is via a gate on the Mount Mackenzie Road.

  • Balancing Heart Vineyard

    Only 20 minutes from Mirumiru on Old Wallangarra Rd. Stunning mountain backdrop. Charcoal & Scarlet spit dinners. Family friendly.

  • Symphony Hill Wines

    Neo vino, rare varietals and stellar reviews. A top pick. Eukey Rd Ballandean.

  • Ballandean Estate

    Qld’s oldest winery. Big, bold reds and rich heritage. Onsite restaurant. Sundown Road Ballandean.

  • Ridgemill Estate

    Trendy and tranquil with elegant drops and lovely hosts. Donges Road, Severnlea.