Great stops to enjoy driving between Sydney and Melbourne
Highways and borders are slowly reopening, but NSW and Victoria have always retained their welcome and travellers can freely cross between states.
With 110km highways allowing for a super fast drive time of around 9 hours, it’s little wonder travellers take much longer to drive the impressive 880 kilometres separating Sydney and Melbourne, when these great reasons to stop and enjoy the scenery keep popping up.
With 110km highways allowing for a super fast drive time of around 9 hours, it’s little wonder travellers take much longer to drive the impressive 880 kilometres separating Sydney and Melbourne, when these great reasons to stop and enjoy the scenery keep popping up.
Wollongong
For either a weekend getaway , or a south coast stop, Wollongong is a short drive south of Sydney.
Whale watching is at its peak from September along the NSW Coast and Wollongong is a fantastic launch point to view the incredible humpbacks on their annual migration back to Antarctica with their calves. But to head south, you must first cross the theatrical Sea Cliff Bridge, swerving 680m around the cliffs entering the tow.
For overnight stay, we recommend the Sage Hotel Wollongong for excellent value for money, and meandering distance to pristine beaches and the opportunity to visit the Eat Street Markets every Thursday.
Whale watching is at its peak from September along the NSW Coast and Wollongong is a fantastic launch point to view the incredible humpbacks on their annual migration back to Antarctica with their calves. But to head south, you must first cross the theatrical Sea Cliff Bridge, swerving 680m around the cliffs entering the tow.
For overnight stay, we recommend the Sage Hotel Wollongong for excellent value for money, and meandering distance to pristine beaches and the opportunity to visit the Eat Street Markets every Thursday.
Jugiong
For a stunning eclectic mix of coffee shop – grocer – boutique retail perfection, stop at the award-winning Long Track Pantry. Choose from local wine, stock up on pantry staples like chutney and oils, or pick up a unique country-living gift.
For a country retreat overnight stay, enjoy the Sir George Hotel, where their philosophy is fresh, local and seasonal and you can stay in one of their newly refurbished luxury 1845 Stone Stable rooms with incredible stone walls and original features.
For a country retreat overnight stay, enjoy the Sir George Hotel, where their philosophy is fresh, local and seasonal and you can stay in one of their newly refurbished luxury 1845 Stone Stable rooms with incredible stone walls and original features.
Albury
This bordertown of NSW and Victoria gives travellers an opportunity to stretch their legs (or ride their bikes if you have them) along the 15km Wagirra Bike Trail along the Murray River, with a feature Yindyamarra Sculpture Walk, a stunning natural world gallery of 11 Indigenous sculptures.
The Murray Art Museum Albury was funded and created by the local community and its philanthropists, who built this multimillion-dollar exceptional regional creative hub. The lobby that allows visitors to shortcut from the main street through an exhibition space to the civic square with activities and exhibitions to suit all ages.
The Murray Art Museum Albury was funded and created by the local community and its philanthropists, who built this multimillion-dollar exceptional regional creative hub. The lobby that allows visitors to shortcut from the main street through an exhibition space to the civic square with activities and exhibitions to suit all ages.
Glenrowan
Explore Ned Kelly’s final siege and capture at Glenrowan, one of Australia’s largest wool producing communities. Visit the local museum and stroll on the town’s historic walk where you can learn stories about the infamous bushranger as you go.
If you have an appetite for history, stop in at the town of Eldorado on the way, brimming with goldrush stories and Kelly gang history, with Kelly items on display at the Eldorado Museum. Discover the Kelly Cave, briefly used by the Kelly Gang after the police killings.
If you have an appetite for history, stop in at the town of Eldorado on the way, brimming with goldrush stories and Kelly gang history, with Kelly items on display at the Eldorado Museum. Discover the Kelly Cave, briefly used by the Kelly Gang after the police killings.
Melbourne
The coastal capital of south- eastern Australia is hive of first class restaurants, bars, parklands and arts, but just outside the city centre’s luxury hotel stays, there is a plethora of options for beach-side stays or winery degustation.
For the best of both worlds, only a short tram ride from the city-centre are the beaches of St Kilda, with fantastic boutique stays like The Prince Hotel. Enjoy strolls along the beach-side esplanade and nearby café culture during the day and dine at some of the city’s best restaurants at night.
For the best of both worlds, only a short tram ride from the city-centre are the beaches of St Kilda, with fantastic boutique stays like The Prince Hotel. Enjoy strolls along the beach-side esplanade and nearby café culture during the day and dine at some of the city’s best restaurants at night.
Yarra Valley
No trip to Melbourne is complete without a visit to one of their incredible wine regions. The Yarra Valley has a range of wineries, including the scenic Balgownie Estate Vineyard, perfect for a romantic trip away, or take advantage of this multi City and Yarra Valley Getaway that includes a bottle of Sparkling Wine for you to sit back and enjoy the scenery with after your 2 day wine tour.