If you’ve ever looked up ‘Best walking tracks on the Central Coast’, chances are Bouddi National Park’s Coastal Walk was number one, and there’s a good reason for that. Complete the 8-kilometre coastal walk between Putty Beach and MacMasters Beach, soak up the scenery at Gerrin Point Lookout. After your hike, head to Arnie's Coffee for a well-deserved pick-me-up. 

The Central Coast has some of the best surfing beaches. Whether you’re a pro or a newcomer to the surfing world, Avoca Beach has got the perfect swell for you to catch some waves. If you’re a newbie, book in a lesson for you and your friend with Central Coast Surf School at Avoca Beach and you’ll be a surfing pro in no time. If surfing isn’t your thing, don’t stress! Avoca Beach is a great spot for soaking up the sunshine and taking a dip with friends.

After surfing at Avoca Beach, head into the town centre and go on a little shopping trail. In Avoca you’ll find a strip of boutique and homewares stores to meander through like boho homewares at Weekends Store, retro and eclectic finds at ABA Antiques and Wild Skye for coastal-inspired fashion.

Take a momento home to remind you of your trip to the Central Coast and book in a pottery class with Centered Ceramics. Afterwards, explore the beachy ‘burb of Woy Woy a little further north and grab one of the freshest seafood platters on the Coast at Woy Woy Fisherman’s Wharf. Indulge in fresh oysters and soak in the view on the deck.

After an afternoon of shopping, it’s time to travel through to Gosford and visit this CBD’s go-to waterfront restaurant. Escape to Drifter’s Wharf, a stylish waterfront bar, boasting immaculate views of Brisbane Water, especially at sunset! Sit back on the Captain’s Deck and soak in the views and last glimmer of sunshine with your friends while you sip away on their signature cocktails and boogie to their live music and DJ sets on the weekends.

You’ll want to jump out of bed for this experience. Head to the small hinterland town of Jilliby, and visit Iris Lodge Alpacas for a morning of coffee and cuddles with curious alpacas! Hand-feed their animal friends and finish off the morning with a delicious farm-style brekkie.

If you’ve ever wanted to pick your own fruit or flowers, make your way to The Giving Farm. A charming pick-your-own haven where you can harvest seasonal, vibrant blooms to add to your kitchen table such as dahlias, tulips, sunflowers and daffodils. Make sure to check The Giving Farm’s website to keep up to date with their produce availability.

Next up, lose yourself in the magic of natural waterfalls and lush rainforest trails when you venture to Piles Creek Loop in Brisbane Water National Park. Spanning across 4-kilometres, this short but challenging trail will take you through an expanse of dry eucalyptus forest with steppingstones leading the way to the all-important suspension bridge and cascading waterfall.

End your day at Staples Lookout for panoramic views of Brisbane Water National Park and beyond. Located at the top of Woy Woy Road near Kariong, this lookout is a great spot to see the sun set across the lush bushland of the Coast, and even see the tiny town of Woy Woy, right where you were the day before.

Visit the popular town of Terrigal for a final night of delectable food and drinks for the soul.
Sitting along the Terrigal Esplanade is a sea of modern fusion restaurants and vibrant bars, all offering a glimpse of the rolling waves of the famous Terrigal Beach. From delectable smoked meat sharing plates at Bones and Smoke to Asian fusion tapas at Maew Maew's, to sipping away at delicious cocktails at Pocket Bar or Void Bar, you'll be spoilt for choice.