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The Entrance

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Backpackers will find many hidden treasures when they come to The Entrance! From the range of budget accommodation choices through to the endless list of activities and attractions, a stop here will prove to be more than worthwhile but one exciting destination brimming with plenty of things to see and do.

Located on the coast of New South Wales between Newcastle and Sydney with both major cities being approximately one hour’s drive away, many people, not only backpackers choose The Entrance as their number one holiday destination or stopover. It is a picturesque resort style town that boasts ample attractions and from the moment you arrive you will feel like you are a major tourist destination but without the hustle and bustle of the big smoke. You can find just as much, if not more, things to see and do as you can in the big cities and other major tourist destinations.

Backpackers can easily find somewhere cheap to stay for the night with plenty of budget accommodation being offered at the array of hotels, motels and caravan parks. You can book a well appointed hotel room or even stay at one of the cabins for next to nothing in the caravan parks. And with many of the accommodation establishments being centrally located you can easily walk to where ever you wish to go.

Within the town centre and main front strip along the foreshore you can find plenty of shopping treats, weekend markets to wander through as well as pristine beaches, restaurants, cafes, take away outlets and more. Wander around and see what you can find and admire the stunning views and beautiful picnic grounds and parklands. You might also like to spend fun filled time at Vera’s water garden wish is a great waterpark for all ages or just sit with friends and enjoy a relaxing picnic in one of the many BBQ areas.

While in The Entrance you can also join a range of tours that will take you to many of the major tourist attractions in the region. From the neighbouring Hunter Valley region the surrounding cities of Newcastle and Sydney you spend the day exploring these famous destinations that are all close by. Or perhaps you might be interested to go four wheel driving for the day, horse riding along the beach, deep sea fishing out on the Pacific Ocean or scuba diving the underwater reefs that lie just off shore. The Entrance is also home to many other attractions such as daily pelican feeding, excellent hiking and bushwalking trails, golf courses, rivers and lake systems. If you are wishing to do something you can be sure to find it in The Entrance! There is an array of tours that you can embark on at anytime of the year, all you have to do is enquire!

The weather here is something to be experience, with clear blue skies and gentle sea breezes that just beacon you to come out and play! The Entrance is a place where you can truly relax and unwind as well as a place where you can have a taste of adventure. Don’t pass up the opportunity to visit this number one holiday destination on the coast of New South Wales.