Cities & sights
Sydney is a bustling, cosmopolitan city, with plenty to see and do. However, there's much more to see and do in other cities in NSW.
Newcastle
Perched between a working harbour and beautiful beaches, Newcastle is a vibrant cosmopolitan city, bursting with energy and creativity. The emerging food scene here is evident in the great restaurants, bars and outdoor cafés around the city. Find out more about Newcastle and the Hunter region at VisitNSW.com.
Wollongong
The State’s third largest city, Wollongong, one hour's travel south of Sydney, has in recent years reinvented itself as a great weekend escape. The Illawarra region, of which Wollongong is the centre, is made for outdoor adventures. The small coastal villages around Wollongong boast excellent surfing beaches, and Lake Illawarra offers a choice of sailing, waterskiing, canoeing and fishing. Read more about Wollongong and the Illawarra region at VisitNSW.com.
Other centres
There are many regional centres throughout NSW offering unique travel and tourist destinations. Tourism NSW provides a vast resource of information on large and smaller regional cities and towns. Visit VisitNSW.com for travel, event and accommodation information.