Title: Things to Do in Central Coast in 2026 | Expedia.com [Central Coast Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Central-Coast.dx6047790)[Hotels in Central Coast](https://expedia.com/Central-Coast-Hotels.d6047790.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Central Coast](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Central-Coast.d6047790.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Central Coast](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Central-Coast.d6047790.Car-Rental-Guide)[Central Coast Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Central-Coast.d6047790.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Central Coast ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Central Coast Types of activities Where to stay [Central Coast Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Central-Coast.dx6047790) ![The Entrance featuring a beach and a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7399/b3aa75d2-289d-4c0f-9c01-56a17edf4fd5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The Entrance featuring a beach and a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7399/b3aa75d2-289d-4c0f-9c01-56a17edf4fd5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Blue Bay Beach showing surf and a bay or harbor](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6202943/b357b51b-2686-4346-b5e1-7628219e81f6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Blue Bay Beach featuring surfing, surf and a bay or harbor](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6202943/76250fb7-4f1d-4711-b71a-df4765c0c9c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Central Coast showing rocky coastline, waves and a bay or harbor](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180365/978ead4a-60db-4465-9fda-a0d386e5d897.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ### Central Coast Attractions It's not difficult to find fun things to see and do in Central Coast. Educate yourself on the area's history and check out the best tourist attractions in this charming city. Plan your travel schedule now so you can hit the deck running once you arrive. If you're ready to explore Central Coast, sign up for a few of the top [tours & day trips](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=6047790&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=ToursDayTrips) on offer, and let a friendly local show you the most popular attractions. Offering free cancellations and no added fees, our {28 fun activities in Central Coast [fun activities in Central Coast](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=6047790&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent)} are also worth checking out. --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and vacation rentals. [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.com/welcome-one-key) --- ### Most popular activities in Central Coast ### Tours & day trips [See all 19 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=6047790&location=Central+Coast&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Luxury Hunter Valley Wildlife & Wine Tasting Tour from Sydney](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1400271/67c4cafa-d191-4191-b5ac-89437b47fde9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Luxury Hunter Valley Wildlife & Wine Tasting Tour from Sydney 10h 9.6/10 41 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $147 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/luxury-hunter-valley-wildlife-wine-tasting-tour-from-sydney.a1400271.activity-details?&rid=6047790&location=Central+Coast&swp=off) ![Baby Animals, Boomerangs and BBQ Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50889439/bae9f7cc-5202-4de4-8782-82ebd2078e7c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Baby Animals, Boomerangs and BBQ Lunch 7h Free cancellation available $245 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/baby-animals-boomerangs-and-bbq-lunch.a50889439.activity-details?&rid=6047790&location=Central+Coast&swp=off) ![Shell to Showroom - Sydney's only Pearl Farm Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4583961/29522510-9f54-41e7-84a4-510ac9e542f0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Shell to Showroom - Sydney's only Pearl Farm Experience 2h 9.4/10 3 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $70 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/shell-to-showroom-sydneys-only-pearl-farm-experience.a4583961.activity-details?&rid=6047790&location=Central+Coast&swp=off) ![Farm to Plate - Sydney's Oyster Heartland](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50057955/50196668-c9c6-4b18-8d13-90cdab5c6897.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Farm to Plate - Sydney's Oyster Heartland 1h 30m Free cancellation available $65 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/farm-to-plate-oysters-and-pearls.a50057955.activity-details?&rid=6047790&location=Central+Coast&swp=off) ![Ourimbah: Central Coast Treetops Adventure Tree Ropes Course](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46792342/c086e9da-b246-422f-9c87-4af86dcd21a1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Ourimbah: Central Coast Treetops Adventure Tree Ropes Course 2h 30m 10/10 1 GetYourGuide review Free cancellation available $48 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/treetops-adventure-central-coast.a46792342.activity-details?&rid=6047790&location=Central+Coast&swp=off) ![Pearl & Oyster Farm Hawkesbury River Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48355356/3cfab4da-779a-4462-97e6-77e752ff4903.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Pearl & Oyster Farm Hawkesbury River Cruise 1h 10/10 1 GetYourGuide review Free cancellation available $40 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/mooney-mooney-pearl-oyster-farm-hawkesbury-river-cruise.a48355356.activity-details?&rid=6047790&location=Central+Coast&swp=off) ![Broken Bay Pearl & Oyster Farm Tours](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45276664/0df59780-4876-4350-99de-329faf89a746.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Broken Bay Pearl & Oyster Farm Tours 4h 8/10 3 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $25 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/broken-bay-pearl-farm-tour.a45276664.activity-details?&rid=6047790&location=Central+Coast&swp=off) ![Central Coast NSW: The Winemakers Secret Garden Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49911522/d8cf8ac8-e811-4473-a819-0ffee5af11f5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Central Coast NSW: The Winemakers Secret Garden Tour 45m Free cancellation available $71 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/central-coast-nsw-the-winemakers-secret-garden-tour.a49911522.activity-details?&rid=6047790&location=Central+Coast&swp=off) ![Guided Oyster Tasting](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48317208/b8e8160c-f7a2-41bd-8d69-f886553fdcdc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Guided Oyster Tasting 30m 4/10 1 GetYourGuide review Free cancellation available $25 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/guided-oyster-tasting.a48317208.activity-details?&rid=6047790&location=Central+Coast&swp=off) ![Ocean Explorer Tour from Lake Macquarie](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50983373/9d81caa9-4997-4e2a-9148-c1f32053605e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Ocean Explorer Tour from Lake Macquarie 1h 15m Free cancellation available $69 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/ocean-explorer-tour-from-lake-macquarie.a50983373.activity-details?&rid=6047790&location=Central+Coast&swp=off) ### Water activities [See all 6 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=6047790&location=Central+Coast&filter.categories=Wateractivities) ![Shell to Showroom - Sydney's only Pearl Farm Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4583961/29522510-9f54-41e7-84a4-510ac9e542f0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Shell to Showroom - Sydney's only Pearl Farm Experience 2h 9.4/10 3 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $70 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/shell-to-showroom-sydneys-only-pearl-farm-experience.a4583961.activity-details?&rid=6047790&location=Central+Coast&swp=off) ![Sydney Kayak Seal Encounter Adventure with Gourmet Food](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46467412/9ea04e1b-a30f-4392-b907-fa5bdb59853a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sydney Kayak Seal Encounter Adventure with Gourmet Food 4h 10/10 3 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $147 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/sydney-kayak-seal-encounter-adventure-with-gourmet-food.a46467412.activity-details?&rid=6047790&location=Central+Coast&swp=off) ![Naru Beach Night Kayak Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50850111/ef5fead6-7089-4942-adb2-1bc64e55af65.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Naru Beach Night Kayak Tour 2h Free cancellation available $93 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/naru-beach-night-kayak-tour.a50850111.activity-details?&rid=6047790&location=Central+Coast&swp=off) ![Oyster & Pearl Lovers Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4510815/11dc140a-28e0-4c57-8b72-16c9bad24210.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Oyster & Pearl Lovers Tour 2h 30m+ 9/10 2 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $97 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/ultimate-pearl-farm-experience.a4510815.activity-details?&rid=6047790&location=Central+Coast&swp=off) ![30 Minutes Jet Ski Safari](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48675705/0832dc7f-e2d4-42c7-961a-3ae8770ad4d7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 30 Minutes Jet Ski Safari 1h Free cancellation available $105 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/30-minutes-jet-ski-safari.a48675705.activity-details?&rid=6047790&location=Central+Coast&swp=off) ![Private Surf Lesson in Caves Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3345171/18168410-fed4-4e68-b6a9-09621ef74194.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Surf Lesson in Caves Beach 1h $81 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-surf-lesson-in-caves-beach.a3345171.activity-details?&rid=6047790&location=Central+Coast&swp=off) ### Adventure & outdoor [See all 5 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=6047790&location=Central+Coast&filter.categories=AdventureOutdoor) ![Ourimbah: Central Coast Treetops Adventure Tree Ropes Course](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46792342/c086e9da-b246-422f-9c87-4af86dcd21a1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Ourimbah: Central Coast Treetops Adventure Tree Ropes Course 2h 30m 10/10 1 GetYourGuide review Free cancellation available $48 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/treetops-adventure-central-coast.a46792342.activity-details?&rid=6047790&location=Central+Coast&swp=off) ![Explore Ourimbah State Forest Junior Tree Ropes Course](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50146253/206d567e-1d12-49e2-9b28-b736bf5af448.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Explore Ourimbah State Forest Junior Tree Ropes Course 2h 30m Free cancellation available $27 includes taxes & fees per child [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/explore-ourimbah-state-forest-junior-tree-ropes-course.a50146253.activity-details?&rid=6047790&location=Central+Coast&swp=off) ![From Sydney: Tandem Skydive Experience over Newcastle Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47735945/b0e392ca-af04-4b10-9522-01a18dd104b8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Sydney: Tandem Skydive Experience over Newcastle Beach 3h+ 6/10 2 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $280 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/newcastle-tandem-beach-skydive-with-optional-transfers.a47735945.activity-details?&rid=6047790&location=Central+Coast&swp=off) ![4-Day Private Coastal Escape from Sydney to Mid North Coast](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50278899/63b4c72d-3fbd-41b3-b3cb-43ac05e203b0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 4-Day Private Coastal Escape from Sydney to Mid North Coast 4d Free cancellation available $2,311 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/sydney-to-port-macquarie-and-mid-north-coast-private-tour-4-days.a50278899.activity-details?&rid=6047790&location=Central+Coast&swp=off) ![Explore Ourimbah State Forest Tree Ropes Course](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50566687/1980de27-a9e0-4cdc-ab99-6a28db010242.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Explore Ourimbah State Forest Tree Ropes Course 2h 30m Free cancellation available $48 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/explore-ourimbah-state-forest-tree-ropes-course.a50566687.activity-details?&rid=6047790&location=Central+Coast&swp=off) ### Attractions [See all 4 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=6047790&location=Central+Coast&filter.categories=Attractions) ![Somersby: Australian Reptile Park Day Pass - 9am to 5pm](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48247473/2348e6cd-3bc8-4093-87d6-014fc6facb75.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Somersby: Australian Reptile Park Day Pass - 9am to 5pm 10/10 4 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $39 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/somersby-australian-reptile-park-day-pass-9am-to-5pm.a48247473.activity-details?&rid=6047790&location=Central+Coast&swp=off) ![Explore Ourimbah State Forest Junior Tree Ropes Course](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50146253/206d567e-1d12-49e2-9b28-b736bf5af448.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Explore Ourimbah State Forest Junior Tree Ropes Course 2h 30m Free cancellation available $27 includes taxes & fees per child [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/explore-ourimbah-state-forest-junior-tree-ropes-course.a50146253.activity-details?&rid=6047790&location=Central+Coast&swp=off) ![Experience Ourimbah State Forest Networld Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50481874/68b54d8c-1387-4e17-adb0-8f8f77bb8a96.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Experience Ourimbah State Forest Networld Adventure 2h Free cancellation available $20 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/experience-ourimbah-state-forest-networld-adventure.a50481874.activity-details?&rid=6047790&location=Central+Coast&swp=off) ![Explore Ourimbah State Forest Tree Ropes Course](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50566687/1980de27-a9e0-4cdc-ab99-6a28db010242.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Explore Ourimbah State Forest Tree Ropes Course 2h 30m Free cancellation available $48 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/explore-ourimbah-state-forest-tree-ropes-course.a50566687.activity-details?&rid=6047790&location=Central+Coast&swp=off) ### Private & custom tours [See all 3 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=6047790&location=Central+Coast&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours) ![Oyster & Pearl Lovers Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4510815/11dc140a-28e0-4c57-8b72-16c9bad24210.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Oyster & Pearl Lovers Tour 2h 30m+ 9/10 2 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $97 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/ultimate-pearl-farm-experience.a4510815.activity-details?&rid=6047790&location=Central+Coast&swp=off) ![4-Day Private Coastal Escape from Sydney to Mid North Coast](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50278899/63b4c72d-3fbd-41b3-b3cb-43ac05e203b0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 4-Day Private Coastal Escape from Sydney to Mid North Coast 4d Free cancellation available $2,311 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/sydney-to-port-macquarie-and-mid-north-coast-private-tour-4-days.a50278899.activity-details?&rid=6047790&location=Central+Coast&swp=off) ![Wallabies & Wine - Hunter Valley Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50770693/f40212f1-c58b-48e3-bb02-2d12dfcd2275.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Wallabies & Wine - Hunter Valley Adventure 9h Free cancellation available $1,185 includes taxes & fees per traveler [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/wallabies-and-wine-hunter-valley-adventure-private-tour.a50770693.activity-details?&rid=6047790&location=Central+Coast&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Central Coast | Number of things to do | 28 | | ------------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Experience Ourimbah State Forest Networld Adventure](/things-to-do/experience-ourimbah-state-forest-networld-adventure.a50481874.activity-details): $20 | | Top 5 things to do | [Luxury Hunter Valley Wildlife & Wine Tasting Tour from Sydney](/things-to-do/luxury-hunter-valley-wildlife-wine-tasting-tour-from-sydney.a1400271.activity-details)[Broken Bay Pearl & Oyster Farm Tours](/things-to-do/broken-bay-pearl-farm-tour.a45276664.activity-details)[Somersby: Australian Reptile Park Day Pass - 9am to 5pm](/things-to-do/somersby-australian-reptile-park-day-pass-9am-to-5pm.a48247473.activity-details)[Explore Ourimbah State Forest Junior Tree Ropes Course](/things-to-do/explore-ourimbah-state-forest-junior-tree-ropes-course.a50146253.activity-details)[Experience Ourimbah State Forest Networld Adventure](/things-to-do/experience-ourimbah-state-forest-networld-adventure.a50481874.activity-details) | | Under $25 | [Broken Bay Pearl & Oyster Farm Tours](/things-to-do/broken-bay-pearl-farm-tour.a45276664.activity-details)[Experience Ourimbah State Forest Networld Adventure](/things-to-do/experience-ourimbah-state-forest-networld-adventure.a50481874.activity-details) | | With kids | [Luxury Hunter Valley Wildlife & Wine Tasting Tour from Sydney](/things-to-do/luxury-hunter-valley-wildlife-wine-tasting-tour-from-sydney.a1400271.activity-details)[Broken Bay Pearl & Oyster Farm Tours](/things-to-do/broken-bay-pearl-farm-tour.a45276664.activity-details)[Somersby: Australian Reptile Park Day Pass - 9am to 5pm](/things-to-do/somersby-australian-reptile-park-day-pass-9am-to-5pm.a48247473.activity-details)[Explore Ourimbah State Forest Junior Tree Ropes Course](/things-to-do/explore-ourimbah-state-forest-junior-tree-ropes-course.a50146253.activity-details)[Experience Ourimbah State Forest Networld Adventure](/things-to-do/experience-ourimbah-state-forest-networld-adventure.a50481874.activity-details) | ## What to do in Central Coast - For free - With kids ### Free Things to Do in Central Coast A break in Central Coast doesn't have to cost a lot. You can leave your wallet behind if you check out: **Henry Kendall Cottage & Historical Museum** \- Whether you're old or young, this place will pique your imagination and grip your attention. **The Entertainment Grounds** \- If you're eager to find out more about the artistic and cultural side of the area, organize a visit. **Strickland State Forest** \- You're sure to feel connected with Mother Earth at this breathtaking spot. **Sensory Park** \- If you're into working in your garden, this attraction will excite your inner green thumb. ### Things to Do in Central Coast with Kids Central Coast is an excellent place for a family vacation. Bring the youngsters along and enjoy these top [family friendly experiences](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=6047790&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=Family%20Friendly) together: - [Australian Reptile Park Admission Tickets](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/australian-reptile-park-admission-tickets.a378634.activity-details) - [Laser Skirmish Adventure in Glenworth Valley](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/laser-skirmish-adventure-in-glenworth-valley.a421450.activity-details) - [Australian Outback Sheep Farm](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/australian-outback-sheep-farm.a456409.activity-details) - [Sydney Harbour Cruise with High Tea at Sea](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/sydney-harbour-cruise-with-high-tea-at-sea.a189002.activity-details) --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Central Coast? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Central Coast ![Terrigal showing a bay or harbor, a coastal town and a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6148407/96a2e672-d668-435b-88b9-f920372cc566.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Terrigal Beach 4.5/5(10 reviews) From great surf to gorgeous views it’s no wonder this is one of the best-loved oceanfront spots on New South Wales’ Central Coast. [](https://expedia.com/Terrigal-Beach-Terrigal.d6148407.Vacation-Attraction) ![Australian Reptile Park showing cuddly or friendly animals](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6147864/d7fd4ad5-87a5-4495-aca1-6f48a00c3d7c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Australian Reptile Park 5/5(3 reviews) Spend the day roaming this leafy bushland zoo to hand feed kangaroos, spy Tasmanian devils and see a huge range of reptiles from Australia and beyond. [](https://expedia.com/Australian-Reptile-Park-Somersby.d6147864.Vacation-Attraction) ![Blue Bay Beach showing surf and a bay or harbor](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6202943/b357b51b-2686-4346-b5e1-7628219e81f6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Blue Bay Beach 4.5/5(4 reviews) Enjoy fishing, swimming or beach combing in this little protected bay in The Entrance district between Sydney and Newcastle. [](https://expedia.com/Blue-Bay-Beach-New-South-Wales.d6202943.Vacation-Attraction) ![Unique to this Lighthouse - these sculptural domes make it look like a piece of Greece on the Central Coast. Simply stunning views all the way up and down the coast. This is a working Lighthouse and offers tours, ghost tours, accommodation in two of the Lighthouse keepers cottages](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6342325/dc100005-06cb-41ab-b054-1a398f4231ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Norah Head Lighthouse 5/5(8 reviews) You can find out about the history of Norah Head with a visit to Norah Head Lighthouse. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.com/Norah-Head-Lighthouse-Norah-Head.d553248621532609748.Vacation-Attraction) #### Turo Reserve Turo Reserve is just one of the places to see in Pretty Beach, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the spas and shops in this relaxing area. 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