Australia Tourist AttractionsDay Trips from Sydney
There are a number of great day trips which can be taken while based in Sydney. The most popular trip is to the Blue Mountains which are famous for their scenery and amazing rock formations. Katoomba is the major town in the Blue Mountains and the starting point for any hikes in the area. There is a convenient train from Sydney to Katoomba which departs several times a day.
The industrial city of Newcastle is the sixth largest city in Australia and boasts some fantastic surf beaches often overlooked by travelers. The best way to reach Newcastle from Sydney is a by a three hour train ride.
The Hunter Valley is the closest wine producing region to Sydney. There are many days tours to the region operating out of Newcastle.