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<p><i>11 charming</i> <strong>Byron Bay</strong> hinterland towns and villages to visit</p>

11 charming Byron Bay hinterland towns and villages to visit

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<p><strong>Sydney</strong> is a <i>cool urban escape</i> with art, style and soul</p>

Sydney is a cool urban escape with art, style and soul

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<p><i>7 magnificent waterfalls to visit near</i> <strong>Byron Bay</strong></p>

7 magnificent waterfalls to visit near Byron Bay

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<p><i>A hit list of</i> 21 excellent <strong>Byron Bay</strong> shops to check out</p>

A hit list of 21 excellent Byron Bay shops to check out

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<p><i>10 of the best activities for families and kids</i> in <strong>Byron Bay</strong></p>

10 of the best activities for families and kids in Byron Bay

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<p><i>The backpacker’s guide</i> to <strong>Byron Bay</strong> hostels</p>

The backpacker’s guide to Byron Bay hostels

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<p><i>A collection of</i> <strong>Byron Bay’s</strong> most stunning luxury accommodation</p>

A collection of Byron Bay’s most stunning luxury accommodation

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<p><i>18 scrumptious cafes</i> in <strong>Byron Bay</strong> (and beyond)</p>

18 scrumptious cafes in Byron Bay (and beyond)

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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.

Ace Hotel Sydney Lobby Bar
Sydney

Sydney is a cool urban escape with art, style and soul

Sydney’s Ace Hotel might just be the ultimate inner-city retreat, blending modern comforts with a gritty, creative aesthetic that nods to the local art scene.

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Main Beach in Byron Bay, NSW
Byron Bay

10 of the best activities for families and kids in Byron Bay

Holidaying with the family is one of life’s great joys. Here's how you can spend time away from the chaos of everyday life and reconnect in Byron Bay.

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Mister Zimi in Byron Bay
Byron Bay

A hit list of 21 excellent Byron Bay shops to check out

Embrace the whimsical aesthetic of Byron Bay and the fashion icons that were born there by foraging for treasures at the best Byron Bay shops.

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YHA Byron Bay
Byron Bay

The backpacker’s guide to Byron Bay hostels

Backpacking in Byron is a breeze with these hostels.

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Folk cafe in Byron Bay, NSW
Byron Bay

18 scrumptious cafes in Byron Bay (and beyond)

Byron Bay’s cafes are up there with some of the best in the country. Heres a list of some of our favourites.

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Byron Bay luxury accommodation
Byron Bay

A collection of Byron Bay’s most stunning luxury accommodation

Amid the lush hills and laid-back beaches of Byron Bay, a trove of thoughtful boutique luxury accommodations beckons the discerning traveller.

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Killen Falls near Byron Bay, NSW
Byron Bay

7 magnificent waterfalls to visit near Byron Bay

If you can't get enough of nature's magnificent waterfalls, Byron Bay is within reach of some pretty memorable ones.

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The Eltham Hotel in Eltham, NSW
Byron Bay

11 charming Byron Bay hinterland towns and villages to visit

Visiting Byron Bay is just as much about exploring the breathtaking Bundjalung Country hinterland towns as it is about lying on the beach.

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Bar Heather in Byron Bay
Byron Bay

15 top bars to visit in Byron Bay

A bunch of drinking dens have joined Byron’s popular bar scene, offering holidaymakers plenty of options for sophisticated sips in this free-spirited town.

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Craving a taste of Italian summer? You can have it in the heart of North Sydney at Soluna, a new all-day diner inspired by flavours of the Mediterranean and the vibes of Los Angeles.
Forget plain lattes, when your morning brew at Public Supply comes with Crunchy Nut and Coco Pops on top, you know you’ve found the spot.
Ikaria Bondi blends warm Greek island vibes, sweeping ocean views and share-style plates that locals can’t get enough of.
SkyCube at Above 319 is your new private rooftop escape – wrapped in fairy lights and celebrating winter flavours in style.
Think you know the Shoalhaven? Think again. This stunning stretch of the NSW South Coast is full of hidden gems – if you know where to look.
The Malaya has relaunched in a sleek glass‑fronted space at Grosvenor Place, but the soul of this beloved institution lives on in every sip and bite.
From oceanfront suites and sunset cocktails to slow mornings and standout dining, Novotel Wollongong Northbeach delivers all the luxe coastal vibes.
Tequila Mockingbird is now tqm. – same gorgeous terrace, brand‑new Latin heartbeat.
From glowing undersea realms to bubble‑bath ball pits and even a VR wonderland, every corner in Bubble Planet is pure magic.
InterContinental Sydney’s Aster Rooftop Bar is serving sky-high views, limited-edition cocktails and a multi-sensory experience that’ll light up all your senses for Vivid Sydney.

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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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