Central Coast NSW

Sydney Surrounds - Places, Attractions, Parks and Things to Do

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Sydney was built around its beautiful harbour, yet not far from the city there are large swathes of natural parks, sandy beaches and gorgeous coastal areas on the Central and South Coasts.

Then there is the Hunter Valley, Australia’s oldest wine growing region, while to Sydney&rquo;s West, the Blue Mountains.

The Blue Mountains National Park

About an hour and a half drive from the city today, the Blue Mountains in the surrounds of Sydney has been a popular getaway since the 1860s, when the rail line was first built. In fact, it was popular even before that, with horse drawn coaches from companies such as Cobb & Co. taking people to the little mountain villages dotting the route and further west.

A great place to go bushwalking or even taking in an aboriginal culture or eco tour, there is also dramatic scenery to take in places like Katoomba and Blackheath. See more about the Sydney Blue Mountains NSW.

Sydney South Coast

Suberp scenery flows along this coast, only a hours drive south of Sydney. Dotting the coastline are charming fishing villages, stunning beaches and magnificent National Parks. The hinterlands has a thriving dairy industry, with lush pastures on rolling hills set against the backdrop of the rising escarpment of sandstone on one side and the sparkling ocean on the other.

The South Coast of Sydney is well suited for a short stay or longer, with plenty of choices in accommodation in places like Wollongong, Port Kembla and Kiama. Explore the South Coast further - South Coast NSW.

Kangaroo Valley

Set between the Southern Highlands NSW and the South Coast, is the scenic Kangaroo Valley. Preserved for posterity, this valley is a wildlife refuge but has also kept its heritage with the early settlers small farms and stony cottages.

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Central Coast

North of Sydney is the compact but scenic Central Coast. Easy to reach via the M1 Motorway, Gosford is the first main stop. From there, it is easy to reach the many beaches, lakes and national parks that grace this region.

Water sports and fishing are big attractions but there is great diving to be had here as well. Visit here to find out why it has been a long favoured holiday spot for Sydneysiders Central Coast NSW.

Hunter Valley NSW

To the North West, but still only an hours and half drive away, is the Hunter Valley. This region grows superb wines and has developed into a wine and gourmet paradise.

Set in a beautiful valley, here you can find luxurious accommodation for a pampering weekend, or stay in one of the many quaint bed and breakfasts and explore this region in a leisurely style, or even take an exploratory tour from Sydney. See Sydney Wine Tasting Tours or find out more about the Hunter Valley - tourist information NSW Australia.

Canberra and the Australian Capital Territory ACT

Canberra, the capital of Australia, is a six hour’s drive South West of Sydney. Here, there is a wonderful collection of Australian National Museums and Art Galleries to visit.

Being the capital means also being the centre of Australian politics, while diplomats from all over the world and their entourages live and visit here. With a thriving industry of restaurants, shopping and nightlife to entertain them, Canberra is well worth visiting. See more about Canberra ACT Australia.

 

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