Why we road trip

Reconnecting with what matters

Why we road trip

In a time when international borders are closed, the regions are challenged like never before and Australians yearn for renewal, road trips hold the key to recovery. On the road, we reconnect, discover and help others. So pick a town, call your mates, pack the car and celebrate #whyweroadtrip.

Ivanhoe-Menindee Road, Ivanhoe (Credit: Destination NSW)

Why we road trip

Road trip to help

With drought, bushfires and now the coronavirus pandemic, so many of our communities are really doing it tough. But you can help.

Meet the Locals

From Thredbo to Narooma, we’re shining a light on businesses that have been impacted by drought, bushfire and coronavirus – across rural and regional NSW.

To explore

Whether you've got two days or two weeks to spare, discover the beauty of your backyard with our handy travel guides.

Summer Road Safety

Whether you are heading out on the ultimate road trip or taking a drive to the local beach this summer, remember to take care and be safe on the road. We have the produced the top summer driving safety tips for you, the family and your fury sidekicks.

Explore this summer

Local's guide: Queanbeyan

Escape the city to the charming town of of Queanbeyan

Road trip Bathurst to Wagga Wagga

Taste your way through the Riverina region

Local's guide: Temora

Who doesn't want to visit 'the friendly town'?

Local's guide: Wagga Wagga

Discover the hidden gem that is NSW's largest inland city

Local's guide: Hunter Valley

Just a two hour drive from Sydney, explore New South Wales's most established wine region

Hunter River Newcastle my nrma local guides

Locals guide Newcastle

Beautiful beaches and hip bars, Newcastle is the place to be

Byron Bay Byron Bay NSW my nrma locals guide

Locals guide Byron Bay

Relax in the stunning beauty that is Byron Bay

Locals guide Northern Rivers Region

Headlands, sand dunes, surfing there is something for everyone here

Locals guide Top spots between Ballina and Tweed Heads

Have a memorable time and experience nature

Locals guide Orange and Mudgee

Great wine, fine food and fresh air await you

Three Sisters Sydney to Dubbo my nrma road trips

Road trip Sydney to Blue Mountains and Orange

Take the scenic route with bushwalks and fine food along the way

Locals guide Outback and Country NSW

Road trip Round trip to Broken Hill

Get to know the locals and a road trip you will never forget

Morton National Park Long Weekend Roadie my nrma road trips

Road trip Southern Highlands

6 day road trip

Hungry Duck Berry Berry NSW my nrma local guides

Locals guide Nowra and Berry

Locals guide South Durras

Kayaking Sydney to Ulladulla my nrma road trips

Road trip Sydney to South Coast

Browse the antique stores in Berry and relax at Hyams Beach

Avoca Beach Central NSW my nrma local guides

Locals guide Central Coast

From pristine beaches, forested valleys, stylish cafes - the Central Coast has it all

Coffs Harbour Sydney to Coffs Harbour my nrma road trips

Road trip Sydney to Coffs Harbour

A 4 day iconic road trip to Coffs Harbour

Sydney Opera House Sydney my nrma local guides

Locals guide Sydney

The hidden gems on where to eat, what to see and where to stay

Sea Cliff Bridge Sydney to Kiama my nrma road trips

Road trip Sydney to Kiama

Meander down the coastline from Sydney to the coastal haven of Kiama