Sydney is a spectacular city, sprawling its magic and diversity around the largest natural harbour in the world. I am a huge fan of it and very grateful to be living here. There is plenty to see and do in Sydney, however it is a busy city. Every now and then, I like to escape and take a day off from my daily life. Keeping the driving time from the CBD under two hours, this is my ultimate list of the best day trips from Sydney.
Having lived in Sydney for a while now, I have walked many tracks and I have been looking for new ones. I came across some stunning photos of rock formations along the NSW Central Coast and decided I would tackle the beautiful Bouddi National Park Coastal Walk.
Berrima is a charming and well-preserved Georgian village located less than two hours south of Sydney, in the Southern Highlands NSW. Whether you are visit for a day or spending a relaxing weekend, here is my list of the best things to do in Berrima, NSW.
Berry is a lovely little rural town only 2 hours south of Sydney. Set in a beautiful bucolic setting, surrounded by rolling green hills, its proximity and easy access makes an ideal choice for a day trip from Sydney or a relaxing weekend. Berry is blessed with a mix of rustic, small-town feel, a busy café life and great shopping. If you need convincing, here are the best things to do in Berry NSW on a day trip or a weekend.
One of the best in places in Sydney for a day trip is The Basin. Beyond Sydney’s northern beaches, The Basin is a little secret spot tucked away in the meanders of Pittwater. If you are looking for Sydney hidden beaches, this is an isolated gem on the edge of Ku-Ring-Gai National Park, sheltered in quiet waters but ready to escape into the South Pacific Ocean. Shaded by gum trees and populated by diverse wildlife, The Basin is Sydney’s Best Kept Secret.
Kangaroo Valley is a most beautiful valley, nestled between two mountains and located only two hours south of Sydney. This is my guide for you to take a day trip from Sydney to Kangaroo Valley.
In my search for beautiful sights and secret spots around Sydney, I never seem to run out of places to visit. The Sydney headlands and national parks are a safe source of isolation, nature and gorgeous views. My latest solo expedition took me to West Head Lookout, in the north of Ku-Ring-Gai Chase National Park. Because the weather was beautiful and I had a bit of time on my hands, I made it a day trip and lunch date with a friend. As a result, I found 4 beautiful spots on the way to West Head Lookout.
When I first settled in Sydney, one of my first day trips was to the Blue Mountains. Less than two hours drive away from Sydney, the Blue Mountains are a mountain range famous for their blue hues, high cliffs and deep valleys. Waterfalls dot the landscape and hiking trails meander through the forest. The Blue Mountains are testimony to an early tourism trade in New South Wales and are well worth a day trip, or even a weekend. After passing through many times on my way to Mudgee, I decided to explore again and search for sweeping views away from the tourist trail. Here is a list of 10 stunning lookouts in Australia’s Blue Mountains.