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.

Honeymoon Bay, Jervis Bay from above
Jervis Bay

The most picturesque beaches in Jervis Bay

This picturesque region boasts some of Australia’s best beaches.

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Sydney

Circular Quay is transforming into a holly jolly Christmas market for 11 nights

Sydney's favourite Christmas night market will transform Circular Quay and The Rocks for 11 nights.

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coffee at Artisti Coffee Roasters, Coffs Harbour
Coffs Harbour

The amazing homegrown cafes in Coffs Harbour you will love

The ultimate guide to the best Coffs Harbour cafes includes everything from coastal hangouts to hidden hinterland gems and brunches to brag about.

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Mudgee

Mudgee’s most renowned restaurant to close and evolve into a wine bar

The Zin House is being transformed into a more accessible, fun and flexible dining venue.

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al fresco dining at Jetty Beach House, Coffs Harbour pubs
Coffs Harbour

Coastal classics: top pubs in and around Coffs Harbour

From beachside beer gardens to buzzing brewpubs and historic hotels, the best Coffs Harbour pubs blend coastal charm with character.

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beach views from Donovan’s Surf Club Restaurant & Bar, Coffs Harbour
Coffs Harbour

The best Coffs Harbour restaurants for elevated holiday dining

Nutrient-dense bounties, often sourced just off the coastline, create happy holiday dining at the best Coffs Harbour restaurants.

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Forest Sky Pier, Niigi Niigi - Sealy Lookout, Korora
Coffs Harbour

Things to do in Coffs Harbour: Swimming with whales, the Big Banana and contemporary art

Here are the best things to do in and around Coffs Harbour, the capital of Mid North Coast cool.

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a kangaroo on the Look At Me Now Headland, Emerald Beach
Coffs Harbour

The most idyllic Coffs Harbour beaches for summer getaways

Peel yourself away from the marina in search of natural beauty at the best Coffs Harbour beaches.

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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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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.


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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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