Singleton Visitor Guide
From wine country to historical sites, dining experiences and natural wonders, it's hard to know where to begin when planning your visit to Singleton Hunter Valley.
Make organising your trip easier with our Singleton Hunter Valley Visitor Guide, where you can find the very best attractions, wineries and outdoor adventures to help you plan your stay.
More maps, guides and other information can also be found at the Singleton Visitor Information Centre, where our staff are committed to helping you find the best things to do in the region and get the most out of your visit.
Visitor Guide
Wander your own way
Singleton is a place where every road leads to something new. Wander your own way through heritage streets, connect with nature, savour exceptional food and wine, and experience unforgettable adventures at your own pace.
- Start your journey at Singleton Visitor Information Centre in the Townhead Park precinct. Pick up local tips and maps to help plan your perfect itinerary, browse a range of locally made products including candles, sweets and skincare, then settle in for a coffee or bite to eat while the kids enjoy the playground and bike track.
- While you’re there, immerse yourself in creativity at Singleton Arts + Cultural Centre, where a changing program of exhibitions offers fresh inspiration with every visit.
- From Townhead Park, set a relaxed pace along George Street, lined with heritage buildings, boutique shops and welcoming cafés. Pause in historic Burdekin Park before browsing for gifts, homewares or fresh flowers.
- Discover the stories that shaped the region by exploring Singleton’s rich history and heritage. Visit the Singleton Historical Museum in Burdekin Park or venture to the Australian Army Infantry Museum at Lone Pine Barracks, where fascinating military history, traditions and artefacts bring Australia’s infantry story to life.
- Continue your adventure with some family fun. Take a moment at the iconic Singleton Sundial before heading to Rose Point Park All Abilities Playground, where accessible play spaces invite everyone to join in. Then make your way to Riverside Park, home to towering play structures, rope bridges and giant slides that promise hours of excitement.
- Stroll through the John Street precinct, where independent boutiques showcase fashion, homewares, gifts and fresh blooms, making it the perfect place to browse, shop and discover something special.
- For one of the best views in the region, head to Apex Heuston Lookout. Perched 60m above the Hunter River, it offers panoramic countryside views, picnic facilities and access to walking trails that reveal Singleton from a whole new perspective.
- When it’s time to indulge, follow the renowned Broke Fordwich Wine Trail or Hermitage Wine and Food Trail. Beyond award-winning cellar doors, you’ll uncover hatted restaurants, boutique breweries and distilleries, cooking experiences, artisan producers and unforgettable adventures that showcase the very best of the Hunter Valley.
- Just 30 minutes from Singleton, Lake St Clair Park is the ideal place to slow down and reconnect with nature. Spend the day fishing, boating or picnicking, make use of the barbecue facilities, or stay overnight beneath the stars at one of the region’s favourite camping destinations.
- For those craving even more adventure, venture into the spectacular landscapes surrounding Singleton. Explore lookouts, bushwalking trails and peaceful recreation areas across three World Heritage-listed National Parks and three State Forests. Whether you’re chasing breathtaking views or quiet moments in nature, there’s always another path waiting to be explored. Just remember to check park and forest conditions before setting out.