
Girls’ Weekend Itinerary in Orange, NSW
Uncork, Unwind, and Reconnect: WhAT to eat, see and shop IN ORANGE
Escape to Orange, NSW for the ultimate girls’ weekend, blending wine country charm, boutique shopping, and rejuvenating experiences. Yallungah Boutique Hotel, with its blend of heritage elegance and modern comfort, is your stylish base for exploring the region’s delights.
Day 1 – Wine & Style
2:00pm – Arrive in Orange and Unwind at Yallungah Boutique Hotel
Settle into your stylish accommodation at Yallungah, where personalised service and attention to detail await. Relax and rejuvenate before your girls’ weekend adventures begin.
3:00pm – Wine Tasting at Ross Hill Wines
Kick off your girls’ weekend with a visit to Ross Hill Wines, Australia’s first carbon-neutral winery. Enjoy a guided tasting and explore the behind-the-scenes winemaking process.
5:00pm – Wine Tasting & Dinner at Rowlee Dining
Indulge in a tasting of exquisite, estate-grown wines at Rowlee Wines, a family-run vineyard in the heart of Orange. Discover their passion for cool-climate varietals and experience the unique terroir of the region. Following your tasting enjoy an evening of shared plates, delicious drinks, and generous hospitality at Rowlee Dining and Bar, also located on the picturesque Rowlee vineyard estate.
Day 2 – Retail Therapy & Relaxation
8:30am – Breakfast at Yallungah Boutique Hotel
Indulge in a two-course à la carte breakfast (seating times from 7.30am – 9.30am) in the elegant Yallungah Dining Room featuring fresh, local Orange produce. Sip an espresso coffee or tea as you plan your day.
10:00am – Federal Falls Bushwalk
If you’re craving activity and stunning vistas, embark on the 4km loop track to Federal Falls. The walk which begins and ends at the Federal Falls Campground, offers incredible highlights including rock faces. The Federal Falls Campground is an easy 25-minute self-drive from Yallungah.
12:30pm – Lunch at The School House Union Bank
Take a short stroll from Yallungah for lunch at The School House Union Bank, a hatted restaurant known for its amazing dining experience. This space offers a beautiful courtyard and bar against a backdrop the vine-covered heritage Union Bank building with an extensive shared-style menu, perfect for long lunches with special girlfriends.
3:00pm – Explore the Orange Retail Scene & Local Artists
After a leisurely lunch, we suggest a walk down Summer Street to hit the local boutiques & galleries.
Shopping must-dos:
- The Corner Store Gallery – Take some time to enjoy (& purchase!) independent art from local NSW artists.
- Jumbled – This Orange boutique has become a destination in itself, showcasing colourful homewares, unique fashion pieces, and regional art. Known for its playful and inspiring aesthetic.
- Dirty Janes – Explore the wonderfully eclectic world of Dirty Janes, a haven for vintage lovers and collectors. With a vast array of antique furniture, retro treasures, vintage fashion, and quirky finds, you’re sure to uncover something special.
- The White Place – A beautifully curated lifestyle store offering a wide range of homewares, gifts, and décor. Experience exceptional customer service while discovering unique items to add a touch of magic to your home.
- Hawkes General Store – A charming, independent general store brimming with a curated selection of gifts, homewares, and everyday essentials, all chosen with heart.
7:00pm – Dinner at Raku Izakaya
Experience modern Japanese dining at Raku Izakaya. Savour expertly crafted sushi, sashimi, and grilled dishes paired with local wine in a stylish and contemporary setting.
9:00pm – Night Cap at Hey Rosey
Conclude the night at Hey Rosey wine bar for low-intervention labels with a fresh, unpretentious vibe.
Day 3 – Explore Millthorpe
7:30am – 9:30am – Breakfast & Check-Out, Yallungah Boutique Hotel
Enjoy a leisurely sleep-in and a delicious à la carte breakfast before you venture out to one of Orange’s prettiest surrounding villages, Millthorpe.
10:30am – Arrive in Millthorpe
An easy 20-minute drive from Orange, Millthorpe is a picturesque heritage-listed town with a contemporary edge.
Cobbled, bluestone-lined streets border relatively unchanged 19th century buildings, many now housing fine dining restaurants, cellar doors, sophisticated homewares stores or boutique accommodation. Millthorpe restaurants and cafes range from pretty cottages with cafe courtyards to fine dining options, which are impressive enough to be destinations in their own right. Historic bluestone stables have been reinvented as a cellar door, and classic country pub and bowling club in the village. Millthorpe has a strong community spirit, many festivals and markets dot the calendar, including the highly popular twice-yearly Millthorpe Markets, annual Garden Ramble in Spring and Fire Fair as part of the Winter Fire Festival.
Tips on where to shop:
- Millthorpe Blue, 23 Pym St, Millthorpe
- Plants and Pretty Things, 15 Pym St, Millthorpe
Suggestion for coffee:
- Millthorpe Providore 23 Victoria St, Millthorpe
12noon – Lunch at Tonic
End your girls’ weekend on a high with a sophisticated lunch at Tonic Restaurant. Renowned Chef Tony Worland, shaped by experiences alongside culinary luminaries like Matt Moran and Gordon Ramsay, showcases a finely crafted five-course set menu that changes weekly and focuses on seasonal produce from local suppliers. The restaurant itself is a highly-awarded, refined and relaxed contemporary experience within a heritage-listed building.
Please note that this itinerary is intended as a source of inspiration, and the availability of activities may vary according to venue trading hours and days. Our team are also eager to collaborate with you on an itinerary tailored to your group size and interests.