Destinations Close to Sydney?

[shaaz717]

We've been in Sydney for a couple weeks and are loving it. But we are staying longer than expected and the flat we rented is booked. So we have 4 or 5 days free days next week before we leave.

Are there any good destinations within 4-5 hours (driving) of Sydney to stay and play?

Thanks in Advance



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[pat25d]

Hunter Valley, Southern Highlands, South Coast, Blue Mountains, Bathurst, Wagga, Canberra etc.

My pick would be South Coast (but avoid Wollongong), Blue Mountains or Hunter Valley.

 

[HarryB]

Definitely blue mountains or hunter valley (or both)


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[samh004]

Definitely blue mountains or hunter valley (or both)

Agree, Hunter will be really nice

 

[UP4014]

What are your interests or hobbies? Might be able to point you to something.

 

[Andyc]

It would be great if you could leave it until the last minute to plan. If you get wet weather (especially the weather we've had this week) then I suggest Hunter Valley.

If the weather is warm, the South Coast is fantastic. My pick is Batemans Bay/Moruya area (and, in keeping with the forum, you can fly there on Rex).

 

[KLN]

bundeena, it's in the National Park and within an hour of Sydney

 

[pat25d]

bundeena, it's in the National Park and within an hour of Sydney

I wouldn't recommend it.

Used to live there and there is almost nothing to do for 1 day let alone 5.

 

[grussellt]

Highly recommend Hunter Valley/Port Stephens (Nelson Bay). It's a nice time of year to visit.

 

[Major]

Totally agree on the Hunter area, particularley Pokolbin area. Great wineries, restaurants, B&B's and resort golf courses.
Spent 4 days there last month and had a great time.

Tourist Attractions in Pokolbin - New South Wales - Visit NSW

 

[marks]

If you are driving, have a look for some of the driving holidays. (NSW tourism website perhaps? Google would help here).
Great way of seeing the sights between point A to B...

Cheers.

 

[Princess Fiona]

Yes definitely the Hunter and Port Stephens combined would be an excellent 4-5 day stay.
Couple of days in Pokolbin, lots of nice B&B options. Crowne Plaza or a budget busting stay at http://towerlodge.com.au

I have posted a review on the forum it's a beautiful hotel.

Wineries, gardens
Then easy drive to Port Stephens. Many accomodation options there ( Shoal Bay Resort, Mantra Aqua)
Dolphins, sheltered beaches, warm water.

 

[midcoast1]

We've been in Sydney for a couple weeks and are loving it. But we are staying longer than expected and the flat we rented is booked. So we have 4 or 5 days free days next week before we leave.

Are there any good destinations within 4-5 hours (driving) of Sydney to stay and play?

Thanks in Advance



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The great lakes Forster Tuncurry.4 hours north.But then i am bias as well