Things to Do in Hunter Valley

Ridge View

Ridge View is a family owned and operated vineyard, handcrafting trophy winning wines from the estate grown fruit. The hosts, Darren and Tracey Scott, with a passion for food and wine pairing, have created Ridge View Restaurant for the complete Hunter Valley experience. Executive Chef Donna Hollis and her team use fresh local produce to create the seasonal menu whilst the organic vegetable garden is tendered daily to supplement the fresh produce for the Mediterranean and Middle East inspired menu.

Vinden Estate

Established in 1990 by Guy and Sandra Vinden, Vinden Estate Wines is a family-owned, boutique Hunter Valley winery and vineyard with an exceptional reputation among Sydney’s top sommeliers. Vinden Estate wine is sold on-premise only at the stylish Pokolbin, Hunter Valley cellar door, where you will find the service friendly and informative. They offer delicious homemade food at the estate restaurant, Bistro Vinden, and accommodation on-site at the vineyard in the Vinden Estate Homestead.

St Clements Estate

St Clements of Red Hill is relatively new vineyard located in one of the world's best wine producing areas, the Hunter Valley in New South Wales, Australia. The popularity and range of St Clements Estate wines has grown considerably over the past few years and we now produce Merlot, Rosé, Semillon, Shiraz and Verdelho.All the wines bearing the St Clements' label are made from grapes grown on the estate and handpicked. Those interested in visiting the estate during the hunter valley wine tours can have a meal at the Cellar Door Bar, Pizzeria and Trattoria.

The Cellar Restaurant

Centrally located in the heart of Pokolbin, just a short stroll from the world class Hunter Valley Gardens and within easy access to wineries and golf clubs, The Cellar Restaurant offers rustic Mediterranean inspired cuisine in elegant yet relaxed surroundings. The sandstone and glass building features lush indoor gardens intermingled with white clothed tables and a huge welcoming fireplace in the centre. Large windows to three sides offer views of surrounding vineyards and gardens, framed by the majestic Brokenback Ranges in the distance. A visit to the Hunter Valley Tours is not complete without a meal at The Cellar Restaurant.

Muse Restaurant and Cafe

Muse Restaurant and Cafe prides itself in providing superior contemporary Australian cuisine and professional and friendly service in a world class setting. Head Chef Troy Rhoades-Brown has a passion for fine cuisine earning the himself and the restaurant 2 Chef Hats from the Sydney Morning Herald Good Food Guide as well as being name the 'Best Regional Restaurant in NSW' by the Restaurant and Catering Association. Must strives to live up to it's motto...At Muse, it’s not about dinner- it’s about dining during the Hunter Valley Wine Tours.

Hunter Valley Horse Riding & Adventures

Hunter Valley Horse Riding offers a range of horse and pony ride opportunities on the Molly Morgan mountain Range with unparalleled views of the Hunter Valley. With qualified instructors you can try a trail ride, personalised ride or a sunset ride and thus make your hunter valley tours memorable.

Hunter Valley Horse Riding & Carriage Tours

Hunter Valley Horse Riding and Carriage Tours have been established for over 10 years and offer the most reliable, safe and trusted tourism based horse riding facility in the Hunter Valley. Find one of their Horse and Carriage tours that suit your needs, to allow you to experience the beautiful views, the country fresh air, the wine, cheeses, olives, chocolates, beers, art and so much more on offer in the Hunter Valley. Suitable for Wine Tasting tours, Romantic getaways, Hens Party Tours, Corporate events and even Wedding Day Carriages as well as full day Horse-Riding options available, this company has something for everyone.

Wine Country Ballooning

Enjoy the feeling of friendliness and fun that comes with a hot air ballooning experience at Wine Country Ballooning in the Hunter Valley. Situated in the heart of the Hunter Valley and with group sizes of less than 10 people, Wine Country Ballooning gives you the feeling of being the most important group that Wine Country Ballooning has ever flown with. Owner and chief pilot, Darren has been flying hot air balloons since the 1990's. Family owned and operated and providing up-front quality service, as well as the best value flights in the Hunter Valley. Check out their testimonials today!

Slattery Helicopters

Visitors to the Hunter Valley can experience one of Slattery Helicopters flight packages. There are many on offer and they are a great way to spend a summers day in the Hunter Valley region. Whether it be the 'Beach Flight 'n' Hunter Valley Cellar Door 'n' Lunch' package, or the 'Tee Off and Take a Flight at The Vintage' offer, these flight packages offer impressive scenery, full commentary and in lots of cases great food with a VIP feel. Their friendly pilots will ensure you have a special, relaxing and memorable time. It truly is a fun and affordable experience so remember to charge your camera so you don't miss a thing during your Hunter Valley Tour!