Title: Visit New South Wales: 2026 Travel Guide for New South Wales, Australia | Expedia.com

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# New South Wales

## Australia

![New South Wales featuring a city, a river or creek and night scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/508804/c56d5dc3-b3b6-428c-b7fa-e62ad2983031.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![New South Wales featuring a city, a river or creek and night scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/508804/c56d5dc3-b3b6-428c-b7fa-e62ad2983031.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Merewether Ocean Baths which includes a sunset and general coastal views as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532609757/5c9e44a2-a014-4181-b5ce-9471fb8f991c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![New South Wales showing a sunset, surfing and surf](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6202943/1681faa0-baca-46cc-b12c-5a5a264a2c53.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![The Pass showing general coastal views, a sunset and a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635851264864/e394f34c-ba6d-457e-ad40-43242c7024b4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

#### See Sydney’s world-famous attractions, then discover the rich diversity of “the First State,” known for its attractive beaches and breathtaking national parks.

New South Wales’ major attraction is its impressive coastline that includes the white sands of Jervis Bay, the rolling waves of Sydney’s Bondi Beach, the popular Central Coast and the endless golden beaches of the far north. The hinterlands are marked by majestic mountains, rivers and waterfalls in vast forests, while the Outback desert has its own surprises in store.

Dubbed “The First State,” this is where Australia’s colonial history began in 1788\. In the state capital Sydney, climb the Harbour Bridge, tour the Opera House and visit the Royal Botanic Gardens. Swim or watch the surfers at famous Bondi Beach or Manly, which you reach by taking a scenic ferry ride from bustling Circular Quay.

In the Blue Mountains, see the peaks of the Three Sisters jutting out from a dense rainforest. Australia’s highest peak is Mount Kosciuszko in the Snowy Mountains. Ski the slopes around the resort town of Thredbo in winter.

In summer, tour the Hunter Valley to sample eclectic food paired with fine wines. Just to the north of Newcastle, the state’s second-largest city, snorkel or dive with the marine creatures of the Port Stephens-Great Lakes Marine Park.

Nature also abounds in scenic Port Macquarie. Spot sleepy koalas in the eucalyptus trees that line the city’s tranquil bays or visit the Billabong Zoo.

Cross the Great Dividing Range to see another side of New South Wales. Tamworth is a farming hub and Australia’s “Country Music Capital.” All the way west, look out over the mining area of Broken Hill from the sculpture trail in the Living Desert Reserve then camp out in the desert in Mutawintji National Park.

Back at the coast, join the partying youth in trendy Byron Bay or visit the mellow seaside town of Yamba to experience a real surfer’s paradise.

Explore the state’s many national parks, with abundant rainforests, scenic rivers and waterfalls. Spot kangaroos, cockatoos and other precious wildlife in the New England Tableland, Northern Rivers and Tweed Valley regions.

All the way north, climb Mount Warning just before dawn to see the sun rise over the azure Pacific Ocean for a lasting memory of your New South Wales vacation.

### Popular cities in New South Wales

[Sydney

Known for Dining, Ports and Shopping

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Blessed with more than 100 beaches and buzzing with youthful vitality, when it comes to the good life it’s hard to beat the Harbour City.

## Reasons to visit

- Circular Quay
- Sydney Opera House
- Sydney Harbour Bridge

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[Newcastle

Known for Family-friendly, Sea and Hunting

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Soak up the history of one of Australia’s oldest cities, hit the beach, or head out into the countryside to spot local wildlife or explore wineries.

## Reasons to visit

- Newcastle Beach
- Merewether Beach
- Foreshore Park

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[Coffs Harbour

Known for Beaches, Family-friendly and Marinas

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Enjoy beautiful beaches, excellent surf breaks, and see whales or dolphins at one of the east coast's most popular towns.

## Reasons to visit

- Big Banana Fun Park
- Coffs Jetty Pier
- Jetty Beach

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[Byron Bay

Known for Beaches, Biking and Swimming

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Duck into a quirky store to pick up some hippy gear, hike through national parks, or grab a board and get surfing at one of Australia’s favourite beach towns.

## Reasons to visit

- Main Beach
- Wategos Beach
- Cape Byron Lighthouse

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[Wollongong

Known for Beaches, Shopping and Ports

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Wollongong awaits: its beaches, cafes, rainforest, and more! 

## Reasons to visit

- North Wollongong Beach
- Wollongong City Beach
- Nan Tien Temple

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[Port Macquarie

Known for Beaches, Ports and Family-friendly

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Spot majestic whales from a historic lighthouse, explore the scenic coast and learn about the area’s convict history at this lovely seaside town in New South Wales.

## Reasons to visit

- Town Beach
- Tacking Point Lighthouse
- Nobbys Beach

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## Cities in New South Wales

![Sydney](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/178312/9381f518-1fbc-49a0-8c86-4c909a8c6b0e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Sydney (and vicinity)

Blessed with more than 100 beaches and buzzing with youthful vitality, when it comes to the good life it’s hard to beat the Harbour City.

![Bar Beach showing a coastal town, general coastal views and landscape views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6352152/8f2a962e-ebf0-49cb-af97-bed9a1afd2d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Newcastle

Soak up the history of one of Australia’s oldest cities, hit the beach, or head out into the countryside to spot local wildlife or explore wineries.

![Coffs Harbour which includes swimming, a beach and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635185411699/3cc3ef2d-0fee-4a6a-a14e-221ddb4ae09a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Coffs Harbour

Enjoy beautiful beaches, excellent surf breaks, and see whales or dolphins at one of the east coast's most popular towns.

![Cape Byron Lighthouse featuring a sunset and rugged coastline](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6086977/0ca89615-a767-4189-a1bb-8223825d1ac6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Byron Bay

Duck into a quirky store to pick up some hippy gear, hike through national parks, or grab a board and get surfing at one of Australia’s favourite beach towns.

![Port Macquarie which includes general coastal views, a sandy beach and landscape views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6140201/91a76326-bcb8-4b02-a166-336b7f376488.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Port Macquarie

Spot majestic whales from a historic lighthouse, explore the scenic coast and learn about the area’s convict history at this lovely seaside town in New South Wales.

![Dutchmans Beach which includes a sandy beach and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621576998740/f1093782-5ecd-414a-b239-1c2b02e84dfa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Nelson Bay

Nestled against Tomaree National Park is this haven of stunning beaches and coastline where dolphins are a regular sighting and humpback whales pass by.

![Bradman Oval is situated at Bowral in the southern highlands area of New South Wales, Australia. It was named after cricketer Don Bradman, who lived locally and played at the ground in the 1920s. His ashes are scattered on and near the Oval](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180370/c531c21e-0ea6-4e76-ad01-60ec59ae02dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Bowral

The largest town in the Southern Highlands has grand colonial manors, elegant English gardens, a piece of Australian cricket history and wild forest reserves.

![Tweed Heads showing a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6138875/f63b07ff-ed2c-4f60-9a82-46973bda3045.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Tweed Heads

With family-friendly beaches, surf swells, riverside greenery, fascinating Aboriginal heritage and an exciting nightlife, this coastal town is the ideal beach getaway.

![Echo Point Lookout showing a gorge or canyon and landscape views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621562249050/817c710f-4874-48d8-ad6f-71bc30d57a57.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Katoomba

A former coal-mining town is now a popular community in the Blue Mountains known for its remarkable natural landmarks and world-class thrills.

![Main beach at Forster NSW. This seaside town is a popular tourist destination on the mid north coast of New South Wales Australia., Shutterstock ID 138443711, Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6138346/193eec28-58a2-4551-af67-abbf4036f734.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Forster

Explore the ancient rainforests and countless waterways of this coastal town, from scenic estuaries and sheltered beaches to refreshing rivers and wild surf breaks.

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