Top Things to do in Central Coast
Top Hotels in Central Coast
- 1. Ibis Styles The Entrance
- 2. Crowne Plaza Terrigal Pacific, an IHG Hotel
- 3. Mercure Kooindah Waters Central Coast
- 4. Terrigal Pacific Coastal Retreat
- 5. Pullman Magenta Shores Resort Hotel
- 6. The Clan Terrigal
- 7. Terrigal Sails Serviced Apartments
- 8. Ibis Budget Gosford
- 9. Galaxy Motel
- 10. Nesuto The Entrance Apartments
The 10 Best Nature & Parks in Central Coast, New South Wales
Discover the best top things to do in Central Coast, Australia including Australian Reptile Park, Terrigal Beach, Rogers Park, Somersby Falls Picnic Grounds, The Skillion, Katandra Reserve, Woy Woy Memorial Park, Little Beach, Avoca Beach, Toowoon Bay Beach.
Restaurants in Central Coast
1. Australian Reptile Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 931 reviews
The Australian Reptile Park is the best family FUN day out! Exciting wildlife shows, loads of animal interaction and great customer service is what we are famous for! •Meet Elvis, the crankiest crocodile in Australia •Walk with Hugo, the giant 165kg Galapagos tortoise •See reptiles up-close and meet loads of cuddly Aussie animals •Professional photos with furry and scaly new friends •Venomous snake and funnel web spider milkings •Children's reptilian adventure playground •Animal Encounters - get up close and personal with our animals •Kids 2 Keeper junior zoo keeping workshops for kids 3-18yrs •Behind the Scenes tours •Hand feed friendly free-range kangaroos •Great value! •FREE parking, on-site café, picnic areas, free gas BBQ's Open : 9am - 5pm 364 days a year (closed Christmas day) Find us : 2 minutes off M1Freeway (Gosford exit), follow the signs
Reviewed By NanetteT_13
A recent visit was thoroughly enjoyed with our grandchildren. The presence of informative animal keepers, interactive walks with dragons, turtles and realistic dinosaurs were wonderful. Keepers were encountered cuddling baby Tasmanian devils, koalas, owls and snakes. The animal enclosures allowed close up viewing, with most animals quite active. The various walks allowed pram and wheelchair access. The anti venom collection from funnel webs and snakes was outlined by a delightful guide, Katja. She was passionate and keen to share the value of the program. What an amazing young lady! The milking of the funnel webs was amazing and a real highlight. The facility offered healthy snacks and the gift shop was well positioned. Parking convenient and the genuine passion of those working at the park made the day perfect.
2. Terrigal Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 620 reviews
Reviewed By karlgz - Sydney, Australia
Nice spot to go for a weekend or week nice places to eat and drink just park the car easy to walk to places safe beach to swim
3. Rogers Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4 reviews
4. Somersby Falls Picnic Grounds
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 156 reviews
Reviewed By tinker901 - Sydney, Australia
So glad we stopped here. With the recent rain, the falls were flowing nicely. It was great to get up close to them and we got lots of great pictures. There are 3 main viewing spots, from top to bottom. The top falls is a bit disappointing, because it is hard to get a good viewing angle. The middle falls is fantastic, with lots of room and the ability to get as close as you like. The bottom falls is also really good, but not as large and spectacular as the middle. The path was well maintained, but I would imagine it could be a bit steep for older walkers. At first I baulked at the $8 flat parking tickets, but after seeing the falls, I was happy to contribute to the upkeep of this wonderful place.
5. The Skillion
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 104 reviews
Reviewed By 993anitat - Forster, Australia
We had a lovely walk up the hill to the viewing area. The walk is steep but fine using the stairs. It is certainly worth the effort for the great 360 degree views. There were quite a few people who were looking for whales. The scenery is stunning, really live the rugged headland to the South. Well worth the effort!
6. Katandra Reserve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
7. Woy Woy Memorial Park
8. Little Beach
9. Avoca Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 22 reviews
Reviewed By jetsettingaussies - Sydney, Australia
What a great beach. It's very long and great to walk from one end to the other. Parking is available at the surf club end and also halfway down the beach just off the main drag near the shops. Waves can be a little harsh for swimming unless you swim between the flags. 3 cafe's down near the rock pool/surf club end overlooking the water. Great views.
10. Toowoon Bay Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 13 reviews
Reviewed By GemmaTravels
The dog beach is actually at North Shelly Beach (which isn't listed yet on Tripadvisor). Unfortunately, dogs are not allowed on Toowoon Bay Beach. You can access the dog beach from a set of stairs going down between the caravan park and and Swadling Car Park, just off Bay Road at Toowoon Bay. There are also steep stairs in the middle of the dog beach, at the end of the road at North Shelly Reserve, or an easy pathway further down near Shelly Beach Surf Club, just next to the golf course (further south than this path is off limits to dogs). It's perfect for dogs, with lots of different areas for them to swim and explore. There a rock pools and shallow creeks down the Toowoon Bay end, then sand dunes and surf the rest of the way. There's plenty of room to run around, and there are usually lots of other dogs to play with too. Afterwards you can grab coffee, snack or meal at the excellent and dog friendly Munchas Cafe, next to the Shelly Beach Surf Club, which is open for breakfast and lunch.
