Must-see attractions in New South Wales

  • Rotary Lookout

    Southern NSW & The Murray

    This lesser-known lookout has equally scenic views to those of Mt Parnassus Lookout, as well as picnic tables, making it a perfect spot to enjoy that…

  • Five Ways

    Sydney

    While Oxford St is the main drag, this five-way intersection is in many ways the centre of Paddington life. Smartly dressed locals do coffee and shopping…

  • McLean Beach

    Southern NSW & The Murray

    At the northern end of town, McLean Beach is one of Australia's finest river beaches, with sand, picnic facilities and a walking track. Kayak rental is…

  • Parkes Aviation Museum

    New South Wales

    Housed in a former RAAF hangar from the airport’s time as a World War Two air-force base, this aircraft museum located at the Parkes Regional Airport is a…

  • Wombeyan Caves

    Southern NSW & The Murray

    The convoluted but spectacular limestone Wombeyan Caves are at the end of an unsealed mountain road 65km northwest of Mittagong. Nearby are walking trails…

  • Admiralty House

    Sydney

    Australia's governor-general, the local representative of the monarchy, officially resides in this waterside mansion (1846), best admired from the water…

  • Washaway Beach

    Manly

    Rugged and beautiful, Washaway is a secluded little spot within Sydney Harbour National Park, near Grotto Point on the Manly Scenic Walkway. As its name…

  • Bar Rock Lookout

    South Coast NSW

    Walk from Riverside Dr along the inlet to the ocean and take the stairs up to Bar Rock Lookout for an inspiring ocean panorama.

  • Obelisk Beach

    Sydney

    An isolated gay and nudist beach surrounded by bushland in the Middle Head section of Sydney Harbour National Park. It loses the sun quickly in the…

  • McFeeters Motor Museum

    New South Wales

    Forbes' main attraction is this fun motor museum that kids and big kids alike will enjoy, showcasing a meticulously preserved private collection of motor…

  • Thunderbolt's Hideout

    New South Wales

    About 12km out of Tenterfield on Mount Lindesay Rd, a 300m signposted walk leads to where bushranger Captain Thunderbolt (aka Frederick Wordsworth Ward,…

  • Ivy Hill Gallery

    Tathra & Around

    One of several studios and galleries sprinkled along the road between Bermagui and Tathra, Ivy Hill Gallery exhibits local art (including work by…

  • King Edward Park

    Newcastle

    This magnificently landscaped ocean-side park offers sweeping views, lots of grass and plenty of shady spots for lounging around. The best views are from…

  • World Peace Bell

    New South Wales

    Audio at this outdoor site explains the background and significance of Cowra's World Peace Bell. It's a replica of the bell that stands outside the United…

  • Bathurst Goldfields

    New South Wales

    Central NSW is rich in gold history dating back to the 1800s and Bathurst was a key destination. Bathurst Goldfields offers public tours during school…

  • Manly Cove

    Manly

    Split in two by Manly Wharf, this sheltered enclave has shark nets and calm water, making it a popular choice for families with toddlers. Despite the busy…

  • Forty Baskets Beach

    Manly

    Found on the Manly Scenic Walkway, just before heading into the Balgowlah Heights section of Sydney Harbour National Park. The picnic area is cut off at…

  • Mt Victoria Museum

    Blue Mountains

    By the station in Mount Victoria, the local museum is chock-full of quirky Australiana, including old farm equipment, taxidermy and Ned Kelly’s sister’s…

  • Bishop's Lodge Museum

    Southern NSW & The Murray

    This beautiful, fascinating iron homestead (1888) was built by Bishop Sydney Linton to combat the heat. Surrounding the building is a historic rose garden…

  • Tweed Regional Museum

    Byron Bay & Northern NSW

    The town’s small museum is housed in a beautiful old building, and features a solid account of local history, an interesting radio room and an impressive…

  • Peak Hill Gold Mine

    New South Wales

    The historic gold mine is located at Peak Hill, a small town 49km north of Parkes (75km south of Dubbo). Visitors can take a self-guided tour and enjoy…

  • Wagga Wagga Botanic Gardens

    Southern NSW & The Murray

    Featuring a small zoo with kangaroos, wombats and emus, and a free-flight aviary. Nearby Baden Powell Dr leads to a good lookout and scenic Captain Cook…

  • Anvil Rock

    Blue Mountains

    This lookout accessed from Blackheath offers amazing views over the Grose Valley and spectacular rock formations. It's about a five-minute walk from the…

  • Chinamans Beach

    Sydney

    Gorgeous, peaceful and serene, despite its proximity to busy Balmoral, this is a photogenic location for a swim. At low tide it's a lovely stroll along…

  • St John’s Cemetery

    Sydney

    Australia's oldest colonial cemetery, these open lawns are the resting place of many an early settler. There's a map at the entrance gate with some…

  • Hay Gaol Museum

    Southern NSW & The Murray

    This interesting museum tells the stories of the Hay Gaol, which since 1880 has operated as a maternity hospital, an insane asylum, a POW-internment camp…

  • Olives of Beaulieu

    New South Wales

    This olive farm, 10km out of Inverell, does tours, olive-oil tastings, and sales of its oils, spice blends and sauces. Note that Beaulieu is pronounced …

  • Powerhouse Motorcycle Museum

    New South Wales

    Lovers of two-wheeled engineering will be in clover in this lovingly-curated collection of more than 50 Ducatis, Triumphs, BSAs and other classic bikes…

  • Black Eye Gallery

    Surry Hills & Darlinghurst

    This attractive rectangular space is run by a photographer and dedicated to contemporary camerawork. It's well worth a look; there have been some really…

  • Yass & District Museum

    Southern NSW & The Murray

    The museum features a model reconstruction of the town in the 1890s. Check at the adjacent information centre for low-season opening hours.

  • Kurrajong Downs Winery

    New South Wales

    One of a handful of wineries in the district; drop in to its cellar door for tastings. Popular varietals include pinot noir, semillon and a sparkling…

  • Cobblers Beach

    Sydney

    A nude and secluded beach on the other side of Middle Head from its partner in crime, Obelisk.

  • Sandy Point Reserve

    Southern NSW & The Murray

    This wonderful public reserve has an excellent picnic area and a groomed swimming beach where you can float safely along the mighty Murrumbidgee. There's…

  • Cooma Cottage

    Southern NSW & The Murray

    Once belonging to the first Australian-born white explorer, Hamilton Hume, this wonderfully preserved 1835 cottage is a significant piece of modern…

  • Reconciliation Tunnel Murals

    Byron Bay & Northern NSW

    Murals painted inside the tunnel here by Aboriginal artists depict the creation story of the Three Brothers who were ancestral founders of the Bundjalung…

  • Clontarf Beach

    Manly

    A long, low-lapping elbow of sand with bobbing yachts offshore, pretty Clontarf is popular with families, and has grassy picnic areas and a cafe.

  • Shoalhaven Regional Gallery

    South Coast NSW

    Four small galleries house temporary exhibitions by local creators, including Aboriginal artists, at this diverting art space near the library.

  • Big Merino

    Southern NSW & The Murray

    This three-storey-high celebration of Australian wool and shearing culture takes the form of a giant ram with a souvenir and gift shop inside.

  • Bathurst Regional Art Gallery

    New South Wales

    This little gallery with a brilliant acronym has a dynamic collection of work, featuring local artists as well as touring exhibitions.

  • Dog on the Tuckerbox

    Southern NSW & The Murray

    About 7km north of town, the famous Dog on the Tuckerbox is a poignant sculpture of a dog from the 19th-century bush ballad.

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