Things to do in Central Coast

Activities, attractions and tours

The Entrance showing a sunset and a beach
Central Coast
Central Coast
Central Coast featuring surf, a bay or harbor and rugged coastline
Central Coast showing bird life

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What to do in Central Coast

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Terrigal showing a bay or harbor, a coastal town and a sandy beach

Terrigal Beach

From great surf to gorgeous views it’s no wonder this is one of the best-loved oceanfront spots on New South Wales’ Central Coast.

Terrigal Beach
Australian Reptile Park showing cuddly or friendly animals

Australian Reptile Park

Spend the day roaming this leafy bushland zoo to hand feed kangaroos, spy Tasmanian devils and see a huge range of reptiles from Australia and beyond.

Australian Reptile Park
Norah Head Lighthouse

Norah Head Lighthouse

You can find out about the history of Norah Head with a visit to Norah Head Lighthouse. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

Norah Head Lighthouse
Blue Bay Beach

Blue Bay Beach

Enjoy fishing, swimming or beach combing in this little protected bay in The Entrance district between Sydney and Newcastle.

Blue Bay Beach
Hardy's Bay

Hardy's Bay

Explore the waterfront in Killcare with a trip to Hardy's Bay. Visit the spas and shops in this relaxing area.

Hardy's Bay

Turo Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Turo Reserve, a lovely green space in Pretty Beach. Visit the shops and spas in this relaxing area.

Turo Reserve

Central Coast Stadium

Catch an event at Central Coast Stadium during your trip to Gosford. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Central Coast Stadium

Ettalong Diggers Club

Learn about the events happening at Ettalong Diggers Club during your trip to Ettalong Beach. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Ettalong Diggers Club

Gosford Hospital

Though Gosford Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Gosford while you are here.

Gosford Hospital

Areas of Central Coast

This little Island is very isolated with access only by boat. A ferry ride from Brooklyn will get you there in about 15 minutes. The ferry service is fairly frequent and reasonable in price. $6.70 Adults and $3.40 children over 5/Seniors/Concession, this is each way. The walking track around Dangar Island is just 3.3km from the ferry wharf. Up the hills and down around bends, the views across the Hawkesbury river are second to none. Lots of quirky and artistic finds and the flora and fauna is abundant with a lot of native flowers in bloom.

Dangar Island

Travelers like the parks in Dangar Island, and Brisbane Water National Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Dangar Island
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Milsons Passage

Travelers like the parks in Milsons Passage, and Brisbane Water National Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Milsons Passage
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Wyee

While visiting Wyee, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Macquarie and Central Coast Hinterland.

Wyee
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Sunny Corner

Visitors highly recommend Sunny Corner for its beaches, and you can make a stop by Muogamarra Nature Reserve while you're in town.

Sunny Corner
Sydney

Sydney

Photo by Liz Ard

Long Jetty

Gorokan

Gorokan

Wyrrabalong National Park featuring a coastal town, waves and a beach

Magenta Shores

Umina Beach

Umina Beach

Photo by 4 pairs of Itchy Feet

Bateau Bay