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Couple enjoying a sightseeing tour with CoastXP in Newcaste waters.
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From grand-scale nature that refreshes your perspective to adrenaline-charged adventures that bring you closer to your favourite people, New South Wales is the perfect place to renew yourself – inside and out.
Renew your senses
From dazzling creative sights along the Silo Art Trail, to the tingly taste of bush tucker on an Aboriginal cultural tour and the rousing sound of a thousand voices singing as one at Tamworth's Country Music Festival, NSW makes every sense come alive.
Renew your romance
Ready to take your love to new heights? Watch the sun rise over the Hunter Valley from a hot air balloon, reconnect on a romantic seaplane flight to the Broken Bay Pearl Farm in the Hawkesbury, or stand on top of the world together on a BridgeClimb adventure.
Renew your Sunday sessions
Make new memories with mates on Sydney Harbour. Soak up the good vibes on a day cruise, take in the sun-kissed sparkle of the Harbour with a late lunch at the Opera Bar, The Squire’s Landing or Cruise Bar; or book a water taxi to Cockatoo Island or Clark Island for a laidback picnic with Insta-worthy views.
Barraba Silos, Barraba Credit: Destination NSW
40m-high mural artwork on Barraba Silos, Barraba by artist Fintan Magee.
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Barraba Silos, Barraba Credit: Destination NSW
40m-high mural artwork on Barraba Silos, Barraba by artist Fintan Magee.
Opera Bar, Sydney Credit: Destination NSW
Couple enjoying food and drink with harbour views at Opera Bar, Sydney.
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Opera Bar, Sydney Credit: Destination NSW
Couple enjoying food and drink with harbour views at Opera Bar, Sydney.
Renew yourself on a North Coast road trip
Leave stress in your rear view mirror as you cruise to calmness on the scenic route from Newcastle to the Northern Rivers. Along the way, embrace a sense of possibility as you surf, swim and chase waterfalls from one North Coast outdoor playground to another.
Renew your tastebuds
Be energised by surprising new flavours. Head south from Sydney and tuck into just-shucked delicacies on the Oyster Coast, indulge in the world’s best fine dining on Sydney Harbour’s shimmering edge, and feast on innovative, fusion fare in South Eveleigh.
Renew your adrenaline levels
Feel the joyful rush of mastering a new skill as you test your pedal power at Thredbo’s Mountain Bike Park; abseil down the Blue Mountains’ World Heritage-listed sandstone, or spot friendly sea life from your kayak on a paddling tour of the Batemans Marine Park, Sydney Harbour or majestic Lake Mulwala in Murray River country.
Lake Mulwala, Mulwala Credit: Destination NSW
Couple enjoying an afternoon of kayaking along Lake Mulwala, Mulwala.
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Lake Mulwala, Mulwala Credit: Destination NSW
Couple enjoying an afternoon of kayaking along Lake Mulwala, Mulwala.
Blue Mountains Adventure Company, Katoomba Credit: Destination NSW
Woman abseiling at Cahills Lookout, Katoomba in the Blue Mountains.
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Blue Mountains Adventure Company, Katoomba Credit: Destination NSW
Woman abseiling at Cahills Lookout, Katoomba in the Blue Mountains.
Renew with the big blue
From soothing cerulean to inspiring indigo, every shade of refreshing blue washes over you in NSW’s ocean pools, with more than 100 revitalising baths to discover from Bermagui on the Sapphire Coast to dazzling Yamba in the north.
Renew your awe
You feel it as you drive through lush Gondwana forests; as the endless shimmer of the Warrumbungles’ night skies curl around you; as a timeless pulse resonates through Mungo National Park’s moonscapes – that spine-tingling wonder of something bigger than us.
Renew your warm and fuzzies
There’s a life-affirming feeling of mutual curiosity when you come eye to eye with a friendly creature. It’s there when you swim with humpback whales in Jervis Bay and seals off Montague Island, and when you trade gazes with Port Macquarie’s famous koalas.
Yamba Ocean Pool, Yamba Credit: Destination NSW
Scenic aerial overlooking Yamba Main Beach and Yamba Ocean Pool.
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Yamba Ocean Pool, Yamba Credit: Destination NSW
Scenic aerial overlooking Yamba Main Beach and Yamba Ocean Pool.
Dark Sky Park, Warrumbungle National Park Credit: Destination NSW
The night sky filled with bright stars over the dark sky park in the Warrumbungles.
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Dark Sky Park, Warrumbungle National Park Credit: Destination NSW
The night sky filled with bright stars over the dark sky park in the Warrumbungles.
Renew yourself on country roads
Experience a deep sense of connection to the land on the Mighty Murray River Drive; discover Wagga’s rich Aboriginal history on a motorcycle tour of Wiradjuri Country; and explore NSW’s rich Gold Rush history in Forbes, Nundle, Gundagai and beyond.
Renew your perspective
Be surprised by a stunning new worldview as you stand on Australia’s roof at Mount Kosciuszko; as you snorkel in the shadow of Balls Pyramid, or feel like a speck in the universe as you view a billion stars from your Capertee Bubble Tent.
Renew your me time
Surround yourself with nature on a grand scale at luxury stays across NSW. Recentre yourself at Emirates One&Only Wolgan Valley; soak up the serenity at Spicers’s Sangoma; kick back on a pristine beach between plush spa treatments at Halcyon House, and immerse yourself in healing thermal pools in Yarrangobilly and Moree.
Bubbletent Australia, Capertee Valley Credit: Mayumi Iwasaki
The Leo Bubbletent located halfway between Lithgow and Mudgee with views overlooking the Capertee Valley.
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Bubbletent Australia, Capertee Valley Credit: Mayumi Iwasaki
The Leo Bubbletent located halfway between Lithgow and Mudgee with views overlooking the Capertee Valley.
Spicers Sangoma Retreat, Bowen Mountain Credit: Destination NSW
Woman relaxing in the bath with views at Spicers Sangoma Retreat, Bowen Mountain.
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Spicers Sangoma Retreat, Bowen Mountain Credit: Destination NSW
Woman relaxing in the bath with views at Spicers Sangoma Retreat, Bowen Mountain.
Renew your workout
Make exercise an enriching experience. Swap your rowing machine for a Coffs Coast stand-up paddleboarding adventure, where Aboriginal guides reveal the secret life of the waterways; hit Sydney's most scenic trails for views so good you’ll forget you’re working out, and test your endurance on the South Coast’s three-day Light to Light Walk.
Renew yourself under outback skies
Magic exists where red desert dirt collides with cloudless cobalt skies – it courses through you as you explore Broken Hill’s desert sculptures and 40,000-year-old Ngemba ingenuity in Brewarrina, and it brings calm contemplation to campfires from Cobar to Corner Country.
Renew with vitamin sea
Surrendering to the ocean’s rhythm nourishes the soul. Rejuvenate as you scuba dive with friendly sharks at Seal Rocks, South West Rocks and Narooma; swim with dolphins in Port Stephens; snorkel with turtles in Manly, Cook Island and Lord Howe Island, and tune into its flow as you learn to surf with legendary pros like Pam Burridge and Philippa Anderson.
Wajaana Yaam Gumbaynggirr Adventure Tours, Coffs Harbour Credit: Destination NSW
Group heading to Moonee Creek on the Coffs Coast for a stand-up paddleboarding tour with Wajaana Yaam Gumbaynggirr Adventure Tours.
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Wajaana Yaam Gumbaynggirr Adventure Tours, Coffs Harbour Credit: Destination NSW
Group heading to Moonee Creek on the Coffs Coast for a stand-up paddleboarding tour with Wajaana Yaam Gumbaynggirr Adventure Tours.
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Sculpture on display at The Living Desert and Sculptures attraction in Broken Hill.
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The Living Desert and Sculptures, Broken Hill Credit: Destination NSW
Sculpture on display at The Living Desert and Sculptures attraction in Broken Hill.
Renew your weekend plans
Nothing seals a friendship like a new adventure. Get the blood pumping in Penrith with indoor skydiving and jet-packing; discover fresh gourmet fare together in the Southern Highlands, or fill up on a world of colourful flavours on a foodie tour of multicultural Sydney.
Renew your understanding
Be moved by the energetic pulse of Sydney’s heart on an Aboriginal Dreamtime Southern X Tour of the Rocks or a Bangarra Dance Theatre performance, and discover hidden bush caves filled with rock art – just a stone’s throw from the city centre in Ku-Ring-Gai Chase National Park.
Renew yourself on a South Coast road trip
You feel a new sense of freedom as you head south along the Grand Pacific Drive, cross the Sea Cliff Bridge and meander through the Shoalhaven, to Eurobodalla and the sparkling Sapphire Coast. Driving through emerald-hued hills rolling towards sacred mountains, glistening rainforests and crystal seas, there’s inspiration at every turn.
Dreamtime Southern X, Sydney Credit: Destination NSW
Margret Campbell performing a smoking ceremony at Blues Point Reserve, Blues Point in Sydney as part of the Dreamtime Southern X experience.
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Dreamtime Southern X, Sydney Credit: Destination NSW
Margret Campbell performing a smoking ceremony at Blues Point Reserve, Blues Point in Sydney as part of the Dreamtime Southern X experience.
Sea Cliff Bridge, Clifton Credit: Destination NSW
The scenic coastal drive along Sea Cliff Bridge, Clifton.
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Sea Cliff Bridge, Clifton Credit: Destination NSW
The scenic coastal drive along Sea Cliff Bridge, Clifton.
Renew your social feed
Time to refresh your Instagram feed? Bondi Icebergs, Chippendale’s laneways and the city’s creative cafes offer picture-perfect backdrops close to the city. For next-level inspiration, venture west to snap sparkling gems plucked from the earth in Lighting Ridge, glam selfies with Broken Heel Festival drag queens and spirited camels in dramatic desert scenery.
Renew your stretch sessions
Reconnect with your body and mind during a transforming stay at a yoga retreat, where stunning wilderness settings super-boost the healing nature of your practice. Stretch your way to stress-free wellbeing at sanctuaries in the Blue Mountains, Thredbo, the Murrumbidgee, Lord Howe Island, the North Coast and the Hunter Valley.
Renew your family connection
Bring the family together for new experiences that deepen your bond. From sharing Vivid Sydney’s twinkling technicolour to thrilling Luna Park rides and cute encounters with Taronga’s wildlife; from fruit-picking in Bilpin to playful days aboard your Murray River houseboat, there’s a new memory to savour wherever you go together.
Silverton Camel Farm, Silverton Credit: Destination NSW
Couple caught out in a "traffic jam" in the outback town of Silverton.
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Silverton Camel Farm, Silverton Credit: Destination NSW
Couple caught out in a "traffic jam" in the outback town of Silverton.
Down to Earth Opals, Lightning Ridge Credit: Destination NSW
Mined opal at Down to Earth Opals, Lightning Ridge.
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Down to Earth Opals, Lightning Ridge Credit: Destination NSW
Mined opal at Down to Earth Opals, Lightning Ridge.
Renew your happy hour
With fresh new waterholes to explore, the good times are on tap across Sydney. Clink glasses at YCK Laneways, where you can choose from 17 secret small bars; toast the iconic Harbour views at Hyde Hacienda, Henry Deane and Smoke in Barangaroo, or head to the Inner West for a craft brewery tour your crew will never forget.
Renew your pampering experience
Even if you have just a day to reclaim your calm, a healing ritual in a luxurious day spa will give you a boost, inside and out. Choose your own wellness adventure in prestigious pampering palaces near the Harbour, boutique onsen on the edge of the city, Blue Mountains bathhouses and wellness havens in Albury, Kangaroo Valley and Killcare.
Renew your window seat view
Give quality time with loved ones an A-list twist with a flightseeing adventure. Wing it to Orange or the Outback for a long lunch with Crooked Compass, enjoy a private helicopter fishing tour with Go Fish, or fly between Snowy Region vineyards with True North Helicopters.
Willie The Boatman, St. Peters Credit: Destination NSW
Couple ordering beers at Willie The Boatman, St. Peters.
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Willie The Boatman, St. Peters Credit: Destination NSW
Couple ordering beers at Willie The Boatman, St. Peters.
Courabyra Wines, Tumbarumba Credit: Destination NSW
Truenorth Helicopter on the grounds of Courabyra Wines, Tumbarumba.
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Courabyra Wines, Tumbarumba Credit: Destination NSW
Truenorth Helicopter on the grounds of Courabyra Wines, Tumbarumba.
Renew your Mardi Gras plans
Sydney’s annual Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras is no doubt iconic, but why settle for just a month-long celebration when you can keep your rainbow connection sparkly all year round? There’s LGBTQI parties to discover from the bush to the beach – start with the Coastal Twist Festival, Rainbow on the Hay Plains, and Lismore’s Tropical Fruits Easter Party.
Renew your wine time
Discover your new favourite drop on a journey from one iconic NSW wine region to another. Already charged your glasses in The Hunter? Plan a trip to the Shoalhaven, where NSW’s only coastal wine region is famous for its Chambourcin, Chardonnay and Shiraz blends. Or, head to Orange and sample the best of the local cool climate varieties on a winery tour.
Renew your human connection
Reconnect with friends, and make new ones, as powerful storytelling replenishes your spirit. Feel your emotions stir as you take in the tale of Hamilton; live music exhilarates your senses during a Sydney Opera House performance, and your heart will fill as the crowd laughs as one during the annual Sydney Comedy Festival.
Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras 2019, Sydney Credit: Jeffrey Feng
Celebrating the colourful collision of creativity and culture across our communities, the world renowned Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade unites hundreds of thousands of revellers for the biggest night on the LGBTQI+ calendar.
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Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras 2019, Sydney Credit: Jeffrey Feng
Celebrating the colourful collision of creativity and culture across our communities, the world renowned Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade unites hundreds of thousands of revellers for the biggest night on the LGBTQI+ calendar.
Hamilton Australia Cast Credit: Daniel Boud
Hamilton is now showing at the Lyric Theatre, Sydney.
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Hamilton Australia Cast Credit: Daniel Boud
Hamilton is now showing at the Lyric Theatre, Sydney.
Renew your sea legs
Feel a new respect for the ocean – and its empowering energy charge through you – as you learn to sail on the South Coast or in Port Stephens. It’s a thrill to become part of a living Ken Done painting on Sydney Harbour, where you can learn the ropes with EastSail, slip into the thick of the action on a super-maxi, or surrender to the rush of a jetboat adventure.
Renew yourself on bush trails
Replenish your senses with a forest-bathing hike through Minnamurra or Bald Rock National Park; stand taller as you conquer Mount Kaputar and Mount Tomaree, and feel stress slip away with every step on a riverside ramble along the Murrumbidgee.
Renew your mornings
Seeing the sunrise on the NSW coast is an awakening, with no caffeine required. Feel energised as you breathe it all in at Australia’s most easterly point; delight as dawn creates its own lightshow at NSW’s southernmost lighthouse – or simply stand on the sand, anywhere between the Victoria and Queensland borders, and let the colours revive you.
For more information on how to renew in Sydney and NSW, go to www.sydney.com and www.visitnsw.com.
Bald Rock National Park, Carrolls Creek Credit: Destination NSW
Man enjoying scenic views across Bald Rock National Park, Carrolls Creek from the Little Bald Rock walking track.
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Bald Rock National Park, Carrolls Creek Credit: Destination NSW
Man enjoying scenic views across Bald Rock National Park, Carrolls Creek from the Little Bald Rock walking track.
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Sydney New Year's Eve, SydneyCredit: Keith McInnes
Spectacular 9pm Welcome to Country fireworks display across Sydney Harbour to celebrate the New Year
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The countdown is on for the biggest night of the year. As the clock strikes midnight on 31 December, more than one million people will gather around Sydney Harbour to ring in 2025. This year, experience Sydney at its summer best, spend the biggest night in the city, then wind down out of town.
Where to watch the fireworks
Observatory Hill
One of the highest points in the city, Observatory Hill is on the edge of The Rocks and is positioned straight at the Sydney Harbour Bridge – it’s probably the closest you can get to the bridge without being on it. Sensitive ears? Bring some ear plugs.
Free entry – no tickets required
Mrs Macquarie’s Point
This iconic NYE vantage point just next to the Royal Botanic Garden has spectacular views of Circular Quay, Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney Opera House and the barges that dot the water near the bridge. Here, there’s a real party atmosphere with pop-up bars and food trucks spread out around the point.
Free entry – no tickets required
NYE Pier Party
At Pier One Sydney Harbour‘s exclusive NYE Pier Party, you’ll be almost close enough to touch the fireworks. Tickets include a mouthwatering menu from food stalls along the pier, free flowing drinks and a set from famed Aussie singer-DJ Havana Brown.
Tickets from $549pp
Celebration New Year's Eve
The rooftop Sculpture Terrace at the Museum of Contemporary Art will transform into the city’s most spectacular LGBTQIA+ NYE celebration. From the rooftop setting, you’ll have a front row seat to the biggest night of the year, plus canapes, bottomless drinks, DJs and cabaret acts.
Tickets from $697pp
New Year's Eve Opera Gala at Sydney Opera House
This is a truly iconic Sydney celebration. Start the evening with drinks overlooking the harbour before heading inside for the Opera Gala Concert. Watch the 9pm fireworks during intermission then enjoy the rest of the show before the exclusive Midnight Party kicks off in the Northern Foyer. Expect incredible views of the fireworks, Champagne and a night of dancing.
Tickets from $199pp
Rooftop bars
Ring in the new year at one of Sydney’s glamorous rooftop bars where you can pair breathtaking views with live music, Champagne and a cocktail the colour of the fireworks. Aster at the top of the InterContinental Sydney has some of the best views in the city, looking out over the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge. At the Shangri-La Hotel, marvel at the fireworks from the sky-high Altitude restaurant and Blu Bar. For fireworks views from Darling Harbour, get tickets to the festivities at Zephyr (DJ and saxophonist included) at the Hyatt Regency, Untied Barangaroo (featuring flowing frosé and a DJ set) and CIRQ at Crown Sydney (where you’ll join a masquerade soiree).
Tickets required
Lawn With A View, New Years Eve, Royal Botanic Garden Sydney Credit: Destination NSW
Friends enjoying a picnic in the Royal Botanic Gardens on New Years Eve at the Lawn With A View event
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Lawn With A View, New Years Eve, Royal Botanic Garden Sydney Credit: Destination NSW
Friends enjoying a picnic in the Royal Botanic Gardens on New Years Eve at the Lawn With A View event
Lawn With A View, New Years Eve, Royal Botanic Garden Sydney Credit: Destination NSW
Friends enjoying the fireworks display at the Lawn With A View event on New Years Eve in the Royal Botanic Gardens
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Lawn With A View, New Years Eve, Royal Botanic Garden Sydney Credit: Destination NSW
Friends enjoying the fireworks display at the Lawn With A View event on New Years Eve in the Royal Botanic Gardens
Watch the fireworks on the water
Harbour islands
Three of Sydney’s tiny harbour islands are prime vantage points for the NYE fireworks. Clark Island and Shark Island sit either side of Point Piper and have clear views of the harbour and the bridge. Goat Island is close to Balmain on the western side, so you’ll get to see the ‘back’ side of the Sydney Harbour Bridge and the firework barges. Entry is free though you’ll need to pay for the ferry transfers. You can bring your own food and alcohol.
(Note that these islands are sold out for NYE 2024 – remember to book early for 2025)
Cockatoo Island
Spend the night in the middle of the action on World Heritage-listed Cockatoo Island. Choose a pre-erected tent (or bring your own) on the Eastern Apron for stellar views of the harbour and the Sydney Harbour Bridge. You’ll also be able to see the explosives fire out of a fireworks barge just offshore.
Tickets from 514.42 for a four-person campsite
(Note that a minimum two-night stay applies – NYE guests will stay from Monday 30 December to Wednesday 1 January.)
Harbour cruises
The harbour will be dotted with hundreds of boats during the NYE celebrations, most illuminated with coloured lights and filled with excited revellers. Splash out on an indulgent multi-course dinner, free-flowing drinks and live music aboard the glass-walled Clearview, MV Vagabond Spirit or a Sydney Showboat ferry. Captain Cook Cruises offers a range of cruise options including a more budget-friendly evening where you can bring your own food and drink onboard.
Private charter
For a more exclusive experience, book a private charter boat to enjoy the countdown with your closest friends. Sydney Harbour Escapes, Sydney Harbour Specialists and Eastcoast Sailing have luxurious fleets available for hire. Prices start at around $3,000 and go up well over $100,000 for extra luxury options.
New Year's Eve Fireworks 2020, Sydney Credit: Destination NSW
Spectacular midnight fireworks display across Sydney Harbour to celebrate the start of 2021.
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New Year's Eve Fireworks 2020, Sydney Credit: Destination NSW
Spectacular midnight fireworks display across Sydney Harbour to celebrate the start of 2021.
New year, new adventures: ultimate summer getaways close to Sydney
When the fireworks have faded and the last Champagne cork has been popped, take the opportunity to discover the wonders that await just a short drive from the city. Get a taste of spectacular scenery on a day trip or stay away a little longer in unique hotels or bush camps on postcard beaches. Sparkling coastline scenes, lush forests, one-of-kind adventures and stylish stays await on the Central Coast, in Kiama and the Shoalhaven, and in the city of Newcastle.
Central Coast | 1 hours’ drive
North of Sydney, a necklace of jewel-like beaches is strung along the coast, backed by the untouched bushland of national parks. It’s a quintessential slice of the Aussie coastal lifestyle with characterful villages packed with waterside eats, world-class surf, and family adventure.
Things to do:
- Take a dip or learn to surf in the gentle waves of Terrigal Beach, follow the new boardwalk around the Haven, and try snorkelling or diving in the crystal clear water.
- Hop between the 41 beaches that stretch along 80 kilometres of coastline. Try Toowoon Bay for families, Soldiers Beach for surfing and North Avoca for dog-friendly adventures.
- Cruise around the oyster leases of the Hawkesbury River with Sydney Oyster Farm Tours, then get your waders on to sample a freshly shucked shellfish from a table in the water.
- Meet Elvis the crocodile and Hugo the Galapagos tortoise, then book in for a behind the scenes encounter at the Australian Reptile Park.
- Discover a new adventure in the lush Glenworth Valley – horse riding, quad biking, kayaking, abseiling, camping and more.
- Enjoy a romantic retreat at the five-star Bells at Killcare, a plush Hamptons-style retreat with private lodges boasting sunny rooftops and room service from Bells’ award-winning restaurant.
Terrigal Beach, Terrigal Credit: Destination Central Coast
Dolphins catching a wave at Terrigal Beach, Terrigal on the Central Coast of NSW.
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Terrigal Beach, Terrigal Credit: Destination Central Coast
Dolphins catching a wave at Terrigal Beach, Terrigal on the Central Coast of NSW.
Kiama & Shoalhaven | 2 hours’ drive
Part of the spectacular South Coast, these neighbouring regions sit south of Wollongong and promise golden beaches, legendary waves, charming villages and natural wonders. From the historic streets of Kiama – now home to galleries and small bars – to beautiful Huskisson, named Australia’s best Tiny Tourism Town for 2024, these areas made for meandering.
Things to do:
- Cruise alongside the bay’s 100 resident dolphins, on board, or in a boat’s boom net, an ocean adventure with Jervis Bay Wild.
- See ocean water crash through a rocky opening and explode up to 30 metres in the air at the Kiama Blowhole, the largest natural blowhole in the world.
- Savour native ingredients at one-hat restaurant Bangalay Dining, then check in to one of the breezy, luxury villas set among coastal sand forest.
- Sleep in style in the bush in one of Paperbark Camp’s stylish safari tents, where kangaroos and king parrots can be seen from the outdoor bathtubs.
Kiama Blowhole, Kiama Credit: Destination NSW
Water plume spouting from the Kiama blowhole.
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Kiama Blowhole, Kiama Credit: Destination NSW
Water plume spouting from the Kiama blowhole.
Newcastle | 2 hours’ drive
NSW’s second city, Newcastle was built on steel and shipping but today it’s better known for its thriving arts scene, creative community, delicious dining and photogenic ocean pools. Explore on foot, on two wheels or from the water, uncovering fascinating maritime history, vintage stores, tiny galleries and a buzzy night life.
Things to do:
- Take an adventure cruise with Coast XP, watching dolphins leap in your wake as you pass famed surf beaches, World War II forts and the bustling Newcastle Harbour.
- Join the locals for a beachside breakfast or a woodfired pizza on the rooftop of the always-popular Merewether Surfhouse.
- Toast the day with a drink at the city’s highest bar, Rooftop at QT. Sip unique cocktails or local Hunter wines while you take in the 180-degree views over the city.
- Wake to the sound of the waves at Noah’s on the Beach, a classy beachfront hotel. Choose an ocean facing room for that all important view and head out the front door for a sunrise surf.
- Splash out at Crystalbrook Kingsley, Newcastle’s first five-star hotel that has transformed the historic Council Administration Centre building. Don’t miss dinner with a view at the rooftop Roundhouse restaurant.
Merewether Baths, Newcastle Credit: Destination NSW
Young people enjoying a day at the Merewether Baths in Newcastle.
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Merewether Baths, Newcastle Credit: Destination NSW
Young people enjoying a day at the Merewether Baths in Newcastle.