| 1. Sydney | | | | Hastings River flowing alongside the city into the |
| Sydney is an international metropolis of the finest | | | | Pacific Ocean. There are plenty of patrolled beaches |
| restaurants, shopping, attractions and diverse culture. | | | | with scenic walks, fishing and every type of water |
| With the Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge and | | | | sport available as well as camel riding. There are also |
| Darling Harbour just some of the many tourist | | | | family attractions including the Billabong Koala and |
| attractions, there is a long list of sights to see within the | | | | Aussie Wildlife Park and Kids Crazy Maze. This is a |
| city and beyond. Just an hour away you will discover | | | | popular destination for a relaxing holidayfor so many |
| incredible national parks, beautiful beaches and scenic | | | | reasons, including the ideal climate, location and natural |
| tourist drives. For travellers from all over the world, | | | | beauty. |
| Sydney has to be at the top of the list. | | | | 7. Yamba |
| 2. Newcastle | | | | Located in northern NSW at the top of the Clarence |
| The second largest city in New South Wales, | | | | River, Yamba promises beautiful scenery and plenty |
| Newcastle is a great tourist destination located on the | | | | of water. This area has developed into a tourist |
| Hunter River. With miles of sandy beaches and | | | | mecca, with a large number of caravan parks and |
| coastline, historic buildings and fantastic drives inland it is | | | | places to stay with a lot of natural attractions and |
| known as the gateway to the Hunter Region. Board | | | | panoramic scenery.There are a number of beaches to |
| the famous tram that takes you on a quick tour | | | | choose from, and whale watching is a popular event |
| around the city, or visit the Maritime Museum. There is | | | | many times of the year. The Yuraygir National Park is |
| always something interesting to do in this coastal city. | | | | a few minutes drive away, and Maclean offers great |
| 3. Blue Mountains | | | | restaurants, lookouts and amazing rock formations.This |
| Just over an hours drive from Sydney and located on | | | | is a relaxing destination for anyone looking for a place |
| over one million hectares of vast wilderness, the Blue | | | | to unwind. |
| Mountains feature attractions such as the Gardens of | | | | 8. Hawkesbury Valley |
| Stone, the famous Jenolan Caves and majestic | | | | Not far from Sydney, the Hawkesbury valley features |
| Katoomba Falls. Echo Point is one of the most famous | | | | winding rivers, pristine wilderness and historic towns |
| lookouts to view the Three Sisters and Jamison Valley. | | | | such as St Albans, Richmond, Kurrajong and Windsor. |
| With dense rainforest, waterfalls, deep gorges and | | | | Perfect for a quiet country retreat, there are art |
| world class bushwalking trails, it is a world class | | | | galleries and antique shops dotted throughout, and the |
| destination. | | | | Hawkesbury River is perfect for a canoe ride or river |
| 4. Byron Bay | | | | cruise. The Wollemi National Park also offers |
| With pristine blue beaches, and rolling countryside, | | | | bushwalking and amazing scenery. Head in this |
| Byron Bay is also known for its art, entertainment and | | | | direction and you will return feeling renewed after |
| locals.There are a steady stream of international | | | | visiting this peaceful environment. |
| travellers, especially backpackers, attracted by the | | | | 9. Dorrigo National Park |
| laidback atmosphere and beautiful location. With every | | | | Dorrigo can be found in the New England area of New |
| type of water sport imaginable, including scuba diving | | | | South Wales, and is a peaceful country town with |
| at Julian Rocks, there is room for everyone. The area | | | | amazing surrounding natural beauty.As well as the art |
| is known for its famous lighthouse, where you may | | | | galleries and shops within the town as well as the |
| spot some of the migrating whales famous in the area, | | | | Dorrigo Steam Railway Museum, tourists travel from |
| and there is an easy walk to the Cape to experience | | | | far and wide to visit the National Parks Rainforest |
| the coastal scenery at its best. | | | | centre with a skywalk overlooking the treetops.The |
| 5. Coffs Harbour | | | | Bellinger Valley has captivating lookouts and a short |
| You could say Coffs Harbour has everything a holiday | | | | walk to the Dangar Falls. With its scenery and |
| maker could expect, with golden beaches, deep sea | | | | attractions, you can't miss Dorrigo. |
| fishing, bushwalking, excellent shopping, restaurants and | | | | 10. Jervis Bay |
| cafes all within close distance from each other. With a | | | | Worth visiting for its natural beauty alone, Jervis Bay is |
| number family attractions such as the Big Banana | | | | located close to 170km from Sydney in the |
| (including toboggan rides), Pet Porpoise Pool and the | | | | Shoalhaven district.Known for its pure white sand |
| Coffs Harbour Zoo, the kids will be begging to | | | | beaches and the aqua-blue waters of the coast, there |
| return.Located almost halfway between Sydney and | | | | is also the scenic hinterland to explore in Booderee |
| Brisbane, you will need to base yourself here for a | | | | National Park which adjoins the bay. One of the |
| while to make the most of this ideal holiday destination. | | | | deepest sheltered harbours in the country, Jervis Bay |
| 6. Port Macquarie | | | | will also entice you with its huge cliffs, rock formations |
| Situated on the mid north coast of New South Wales, | | | | and unique landscapes. It is definitely a jewel in the |
| Port Macquarie is perfect for the water lover, with the | | | | south east of New South Wales. |