Mittagong Mushroom Tunnel Tour
Sun, 15 Dec
|Mittagong
Combining history and farming our tunnel tour takes you through the Victorian era site and around the farming of exotic mushrooms. Tucked away in the Southern Highlands NSW a unique experience awaits you.
Time & Location
15 Dec 2024, 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm
Mittagong, 123 Old Bowral Rd, Mittagong NSW 2575, Australia - meet at 62-70 Main Rd Mittagong Southern Highlands Visitor Centre first.
About the event
The Mittagong Mushroom Tunnel tour offers visitors a fascinating experience exploring a historic tunnel where mushrooms are grown. Visitors are given an overview of the history of the tunnel and how mushrooms are cultivated. Knowledgeable guides lead visitors through the tunnel, explaining the process of mushroom cultivation and pointing out different types of mushrooms growing in this environment. Throughout the tour, guides provide interesting insights into the nutritional benefits of mushrooms, different varieties of mushrooms, and sustainable farming practices. Overall, the Mittagong Mushroom Tunnel tour offers a blend of education, and exploration of the site for visitors interested in the world of mushroom cultivation and local history.
Meet at the Southern Highlands Visitor Information Centre 62-70 Main Rd Mittagong and then you will be guided into the site which is ~3km by car. Wear non slip enclosed footwear. Family friendly and wheelchair accessible.