Best time to visit New South Wales
Best time of year to visit New South Wales
Even though there is no such thing as a bad season in Australia, September through November and March through May are considered the best times to visit New South Wales. You’ll find moderate crowds, mild sunny weather, and bright blue skies. Relaxing on the beach, participating in the Blackmores Sydney Running Marathon, or exploring numerous hiking trails are just a few options to choose from. Pack light layers and a jacket if you are planning a trip to New South Wales in winter. There are plenty of things to do from June to August, especially if you are a whale enthusiast or a movie addict. Summer in New South Wales can get intolerably hot, but luckily there is air conditioning everywhere. As a bonus, there are plenty of beaches and magnificent oceanside lap pools to help you cool off. Be sure to add the New Year's Fireworks in Sydney to your agenda, and treat yourself to this unforgettable event.
11 THINGS TO DO IN NEW SOUTH WALES (APRIL 30 - MAY 09)
Climbing Mount Kosciuszko
Australia's top summit might be called the smallest largest mountain in the world, four times less than Everest
Pine Mushrooms (Saffron Milk Caps)
These grow in places where the soil is densely covered with old coniferous needles, and often hide under them
Sydney Opera House
The Sydney Opera House is one of the 20th century's most famous and distinctive buildings
Quince
One of the latest fruits of the year that will brighten up any dessert!
Hiking in NSW
Satisfy your inner explorer with some of the most scenic hiking trails around New South Wales
Whale Watching in NSW
Witness northern or southern migration of these majestic mammals from land or boat
Bicentennial National Trail
Thousands of miles winding through the wildest corridor along Australia's east coast was once passable by horse riders only
Scenic World Blue Mountains
Have a great time in one of the most fabulous tourist attractions of New South Wales
Macadamia
Taste the nut which is worth going nuts for
Pumpkin Season
Pumpkin seeds were brought to Australia on the First Fleet back in 1788
Capsicum
This glossy and brightly colored fruit will be a good addition to your meal
26 THINGS TO DO OUT OF SELECTED DATE RANGE
Sydney New Year's Fireworks
out of rangeAbout one million people crowd to vantage points around the harbor for this dazzling pyrotechnics display
Sydney Cherry Blossom Festival
out of rangeHanami season occurs at Auburn Botanic Gardens every spring
Vivid Sydney
out of rangeAn award winning festival and the best tourist event in Sydney
Winter Magic Festival
unconfirmedCelebrate winter solstice in the beautiful Blue Mountains
Electric Gardens Festival
out of rangeElectronic-centric music festival in Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Adelaide, and also Auckland
Boxing Day
out of rangeOne of the best days to go shopping or enjoy a family BBQ
Halloween in Sydney
out of rangeGet into the holiday spirit with magical cruises, houses of horrors, and a zombie walk
Chinese New Year in Sydney
unconfirmedCelebrate the Year of the Ox with traditional food, fireworks, and festivities around the city
Flying Duck Orchid
out of rangeTiny flower resembling a flying duck lures insects into its arms, captivates, and enslaves them
Mountain Pygmy Possum
out of rangeA rare kind of possum once considered an extinct species is now found in a decent population of some 2600 individuals, yet only within 10 km radius of Australia's highlands
Parkes Elvis Festival
out of rangeExperience one of the most significant tributes to Elvis in the world
Sydney Film Festival
out of rangeTune yourself to be the first in Australia to see the most brilliant and inspiring premiers
Blackmores Sydney Running Festival
out of rangeTake in the numerous spectacular landmarks of the city during an unforgettable run
Sydney Mardi Gras
out of rangeCelebrate queer culture at the jaw dropping parade
Sydney Royal Easter Show
out of rangeWatch how "city meets country" in Sydney
Festival of the Winds
unconfirmedGreat fun on one of Sydney's most famous beaches
Snowtunes
on holdA music festival in snowy mountains—a one of its kind in Australia
Wings, Wheels & Wine
out of rangeThe annual festival celebrating the best of the Mudgee region
Byron Bay Bluesfest
out of rangeOne of the leading contemporary blues and roots music festivals in Australia
Manly Jazz
out of rangeJazz on the beach and much more in northern Sydney
Deni Ute Muster
out of rangeAn Australian festival celebrating the car culture
Easter
out of rangeEaster Bilbies, shows, and festivals—there's something extraordinary about Easter celebrations in Australia
Sydney Rock Oyster
out of rangeAre you ready to taste these fancy little bivalves with a glass of Champagne?
Asparagus
out of rangeIn most refined dishes, asparagus should maintain its taste and structure: it should be slightly soft, but not too much
Surfest
out of rangeAustralia's biggest surfing festival with a wide array of activities in and out of water
City2Surf
out of rangeJoin thousands of runners from central Sydney to a scenic beach
