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Central Coast tourism is booming and it is a popular destination for retirees and fishermen, too. It is also experiencing a period of rapid growth due to its proximity to Sydney and the allure of having a coastal town residence to live at, combined with a Sydney career.

Places such as Terrigal, Avoca, Ettalong and The Entrance are extremely popular with tourists, this is evidenced by an increase in major hotels in the region.
The Central Coast offers attractions and activities for families. From swimming to shopping, golf to gardens and hiking to horse riding. There is also plenty of wildlife including koalas and kangaroos, the Central Coast will delight you with a range of memorable experiences.

Getting around
The best way to get around the central coast is by car, particularly if you are heading to the beaches. The train service runs from Newcastle to Sydney and makes regular stops inland from Wyong in the north to Woy Woy further south. If you don't have a car it is possible to connect from the train to a bus but it might take awhile.

Central Coast Sights and Activities
The Central Coast has numerous sporting ovals, golf courses, skate parks, tennis courts and swimming pools that are open to the public. National parks on the Central Coast have a large range of walking paths and mountain bike trails. Water sports like sailing, rowing and water skiing are popular activities.

For those who enjoy a game of golf can head to the picturesque Tuggerah Lakes Golf Club. The course is situated on the gentle undulating hills overlooking Shelly Beach, a quick 40 minute drive from Sydney`s North Shore.

If Scuba diving is your thing Pro-Dive located at Wyong on the central coast is one of the most respected scuba dive centres in Australia. They've been successfully teaching people to scuba dive since 1969.
Palm Beach and Hawkesbury River Cruises run a daily scenic cruise from Palm Beach Wharf in Sydney's Northern Beaches. Along the way you will pass the Penguin colony of Lion Island as the Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park gets closer.

Ocean Planet offer an extensive range of trips on the waterways of the Central Coast, Sydney Harbour and Glenworth Valley. Ocean Planet Kayak Tours caters for all levels of ability and fitness, from challenging adventures through to relaxing eco experiences.

Go Reef Fishing with Central Coast Reef & Game Fishing Charters. Enjoy a great day on the water, fishing for Snapper, Kingfish, Jewfish, Leatherjackets, Flathead, Mahi Mahi, Trevally, Teraglin and Tailor. Perhaps you would rather the thrill of a game fishing adventure.  Get your adrenalin pumping as you battle big game fish.

You could also go horseback riding at Glenworth Valley, it's Australia's largest and most spectacular horse riding centre with 200 horses to choose from and 3000 acres to explore. It's free range horse riding, where you go out on your own or you can take a relaxing guided horse ride.

The Australian Reptile Park is a national award winning Zoo set in Australian bush land. The Reptile Park has unique exhibits, Lost World of Reptiles and Spider World, koalas, platypus, kangaroos, giant reptiles, loads of exciting daily wildlife shows, BBQ and picnic grounds and a children's adventure playground.

Visit the Walkabout Wildlife Park at Peats Ridge. It's a special place where anyone can walk amongst the Australian wildlife, visit ancient Aboriginal sites, enjoy a bush tucker and bush medicine tour, or relax at the cafe and let the animals come to you.

Central Coast Events and Festivals
Get a wee bit clannish in August for the annual Gathering of the Clans, when everything Scottish is celebrated at Toukley. Events range from a parade, live entertainment including bands and Scottish dance music, as well as art and craft stalls.

The Brisbane Water Putt Putt Regatta has grown into a popular and entertaining day for all the family to enjoy. Over 100 restored boats head around Brisbane Water with their crews dressed in period costume. Meanwhile, on-shore activities include craft, food, drinks and live bands - singing, dancing and static displays of vintage cars.
November is time for the Brisbane Water Oyster Festival and begins with the Blessing of the Water to be held at the Ettalong Beach waterfront on Sunday. The festival includes music, food, dance and stalls.

The annual Central Coast Country Music Festival attracts artists to perform at 20 venues throughout The Entrance and Wyong Shire. Along with some great music there's a Poet's Breakfast and double decker bus tours. Memorial Park will also come alive with stalls & exhibitions, including the Tex Morton museum and a Vintage Farm Machinery exhibition. For the young at heart there is plenty on offer, with show rides, face painting, temporary tattoos, fairy floss and more.

Central Coast Restaurants

The Trackside Restaurant is the premier pizza, pasta, seafood and Stonegrill restaurant on the Central Coast. Expect to pay a very reasonable $12- $30 for mains.

Lizotte's Restaurant enjoys a unique wine list that completes the ultimate dining experience and compliments the use of Native Australian foods and the magnificent valley setting. Mains prices are between $26 -$40.