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New South Wales

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<p><i>17 unique things to do</i> in <strong>Tweed Heads</strong> and beyond</p>

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<p><i>14 best restaurants</i> in the <strong>Blue Mountains</strong></p>

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<p><i>9 excellent hotels</i> in <strong>Newcastle</strong> for your next stay</p>

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<p><i>6 of the best camping spots</i> in and around <strong>Batemans Bay</strong></p>

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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.

Sydney Harbour views and giraffes at Taronga Zoo
Sydney

9 must-see Sydney zoos and wildlife experiences

Delight in the world’s most captivating critters at a Sydney zoo or wildlife park.

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Sydney

Google Maps launches Indoor Live View at Sydney Airport

Say goodbye to airport chaos in Sydney…

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A dining table set in Tempus in the Blue Mountains
Blue Mountains

14 best restaurants in the Blue Mountains

Inspired by the stunning landscape and rich produce of the region, these beautiful Blue Mountains restaurants invite diners to relish local flavours with their innovative menus.

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Bedroom view at Caves Coast Newcastle
Newcastle

17 Newcastle accommodation options to bed down at now

A slew of great new places to stay in Newcastle should inspire a visit to NSW’s steel city.

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the rooftop dining at Kiln restaurant, Ace hotel
Sydney

15 restaurants in Surry Hills to dine at now

Nestled in the heart of Sydney, the restaurant scene in Surry Hills has become an unparalleled dining destination.

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QT Newcastle Deluxe King Room
Newcastle

9 excellent hotels in Newcastle for your next stay

Explore our pick of the best places to stay in Newcastle to suit every type of traveller.

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Esca at Bimbadgen
Hunter Valley

20 of the best Hunter Valley restaurants

A great weekend away in NSW wine country calls for an equally excellent food scene; the Hunter Valley delivers on both.

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Batemans Bay

6 of the best camping spots in and around Batemans Bay

Stay grounded in a tent, swag or trailer while camping in Batemans Bay on the NSW South Coast.

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scenic coastal views from Fingal Head at sunrise
Tweed

17 unique things to do in Tweed Heads and beyond

Tweed Heads, quietly making a comeback on the NSW North Coast, now boasts a collection of must-visit attractions, making it a perfect weekend getaway destination.

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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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