Australia’s most visited state, New South Wales partly owes its popularity with visitors to the glamorous city of Sydney. The sparkling harbor is the focal point of the city with iconic landmarks of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge. Beyond the glow of Sydney, New South Wales becomes a sweeping landscape of national parks, bushland, beachside resort towns, vineyards and alpine hideaways. From stunning natural beauty to sophisticated culinary delights, there's a lot to love about New South Wales.
PeakDecJanFebSummerClimateWarm to hot; coast is busyBest forSydney, beaches, Blue MountainsWarm weather suits Sydney, beaches, harbor time, and coastal stays. Inland days can be hotter, so pacing matters.
ShoulderMarAprMayAutumnClimateMild; cooler inlandBest forWine regions, city stays, touringA useful window for city touring, wine regions, and road trips, with milder days after the summer peak.
SpecialistJunJulAugWinterClimateCool; alpine snow possibleBest forSydney, whales, Snowy MountainsCooler weather suits galleries, dining, whale watching on parts of the coast, and alpine areas for travelers who want snow.
ShoulderSepOctNovSpringClimateMild and warmingBest forGardens, coast, city touringSpring brings mild touring weather, gardens, jacaranda season in Sydney, and a good run-up to beach weather.
SydneySydneySydney (Aboriginal name: Warrane; pronounced: wah-rang) is an exciting cosmopolitan city built around a picturesque natural harbor.
Blue MountainsBlue MountainsEasily accessible from Sydney, the Blue Mountains are a naturalist, art lover's and adventurer’s delight.
Hunter ValleyHunter ValleyAs the birthplace of Australian wine and home to the largest display garden in the Southern Hemisphere, the Hunter Valley invites you to indulge both your palate and your senses in an unforgettable...
Lord Howe IslandLord Howe IslandEscape to the breathtaking paradise of Lord Howe Island, where lush rainforests meet crystal-clear lagoons and towering volcanic peaks rise above golden beaches.
Byron Bay and the Northern RiversByron Bay and the Northern RiversA sanctuary of sun, sea, nature and laid back luxury, the tranquil hinterland and vibrant coastal regions of Byron Bay and the Northern Rivers is a haven of stunning beaches, lush rainforests, and...
