Destinations

New South Wales

Discover the best things to do in New South Wales with our travel guide. Beautiful beaches, charming country towns and some of the best wine regions.

Coffs Coast Growers Markets
Coffs Harbour

The best Coffs Harbour markets to visit: from food trucks to pottery

The sunshine-y weather on the Mid North Coast makes Coffs Harbour markets a precious commodity year-round.

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Group of friends in mineral pool at Soak Bathhouse Bondi Junction
Sydney

This luxe new bathhouse will be your summer obsession

The cult-favourite bathhouse is bringing its award-winning soak sessions to another Sydney location, just in time for summer.

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whale breaching at Point Perpendicular, Jervis Bay
Jervis Bay

The best wildlife experiences in Jervis Bay for nature enthusiasts

The NSW South Coast hotspot is brimming with wildlife.

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Surfers catching morning waves at Belongil Beach, Byron Bay
Byron Bay

Byron Bay’s new multi-venue dining precinct is unlike anything else in town

Shannon Bennett returns to the restaurant scene with a bold new multi-venue dining precinct in Byron Bay, blending barefoot ease with world-class innovation.

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Thredbo Valley Track Great Southern Trails
New South Wales

This new Southern NSW trail combines 550km of MTB tracks

A new Southern NSW trail combines over 550 kilometres of dedicated MTB trails.

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Your guide to what’s new and exciting this summer on the Central Coast
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Your guide to what’s new and exciting this summer on the Central Coast

From serene natural beauty to vibrant nightlife, with plenty of arts and culture in between, the NSW Central Coast has been enjoying a serious glow up.

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a couple enjoying food and wine at Bendooley Estate, Southern Highlands wineries
Southern Highlands

A guide to the Southern Highlands’ best wineries

Escape the city to find charming cellar doors, pinot pioneers and plenty of inspiration worth bottling.

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Blanca resuarant in newcastle nsw
Newcastle

The tastiest new players on Newcastle’s dining scene you need to try

Newcastle's vibrant creativity is evident everywhere, from a thriving live arts scene to an ever-growing offering for gourmands. Those with a hunger for new and exciting experiences should put Newcastle on their radar.

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the Stonefruit moody interior, Tenterfield
New England

The under-the-radar regional NSW town every foodie needs to know about

In NSW’s New England High Country, Tenterfield flies quietly under the radar, offering travellers plenty to eat, drink, see and do without losing its country charm.

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At 170 Grammi, it’s all about wood-fired pizzas topped with your favourite pasta flavours – from carbonara to cacio e pepe – served with heart and a hint of la dolce vita.
From lakeside sunsets and vineyard views to gourmet platters and cellar-door tastings, The Lane Retreat in the Hunter Valley is where wine-country dreams meet effortless luxury.
Introducing Alzado, where the soul of coastal Spain meets the sands of Bondi. Think jamón and piparra-topped crisps, freshly shucked oysters and cocktails made for sunset – all served with that endless-holiday feeling.

We got the first look at Escape Bathhouse, which brings a restorative blend of heat, ice and calm to a beautifully restored heritage building in the city's north, from the team behind Sierra Escape Mudgee.

From a small Sydney distillery to an Australian icon. Archie Rose celebrates 10 years of shaping Australia’s spirits scene – a journey defined by innovation, community and an unwavering pursuit of excellence.

At Homer Rogue Taverna, the spirit of Athens is channelled through a modern, soulful lens. Expect charred octopus souvlaki, stone-baked Greek bread, authentic moussaka and spanakorizo, and so much more – a Greek feast full of seasonal produce and timeless flavours.

Brooklyn Boy Bagels is teaming up with The Corner House for a full-blown NYC-style breakfast takeover, no plane ticket required.
Franca Brasserie’s chefs lift the lid on their signature Moreton Bay Bug – and the one kitchen rule they never break.
Sydney’s most iconic bar just got even better. With a fresh new menu and live music seven nights a week, Opera Bar’s glow-up is pure harbour magic.
Sydney’s coolest new hotel has officially opened its doors. Expect bold design, heritage charm and a whole lot of character at 25hours Hotel The Olympia.

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Things to Know

New South Wales is a great holiday destination for all types of travellers with a temperate climate that makes it a year-round destination. It’s home to Australia’s largest city, Sydney, but its charm extends far beyond the city limits with quaint country towns, beautiful beaches, world-renowned wine regions, powdery-soft snowfields and the magnificent outback.


Getting Around

From Byron Bay’s coastal beauty to the rugged charm of the Snowy Mountains, exploring the corners of NSW is best done on a road trip. For those staying in Sydney, an Opal card will get you around the city and its surrounds, including the Blue Mountains, Hunter, Illawarra and Central Coast a ferry ride on Sydney Harbour is both a practical and unforgettable way to experience the city’s iconic landmarks and shimmering waterways.


Don’t Miss

There are plenty of things to do in New South Wales starting with a bridge climb on the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge. Escape the city with a sojourn to the Hunter Valley for wine tasting at some of the best cellar doors in the region. For a change of place, explore New South Wales’ natural beauty with a visit to the Three Sisters in the picturesque Blue Mountains.

Hiking and bushwalking in NSW is a popular activity in picturesque locations such as the Blue Mountains, Bouddi National Park on the Central Coast and Kosciuszko National Park in the Snowy Mountains.

The best beaches in New South Wales can be found dotted up and down the coast from Tweed Heads in the north to Merimbula in the south, with Hyams Beach considered one of Australia’s 10 Best Beaches.

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