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Kariong

New South Wales, Australia · Oceania

About Kariong

Kariong is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Point Frederick, 45km from Taronga Zoo Sydney.

Kariong is a town located in New South Wales, Australia. With a population of 6,305, it is an important destination in Oceania.

On a road trip, Kariong sits in Australia, where you drive on the left. It's in the Australia/Sydney time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Kariong to your route.

About Kariong

Kariong () is a locality of the Central Coast region of New South Wales, Australia west of Gosford along the Central Coast Highway. It is part of the Central Coast Council local government area.

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Kariong offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Kariong located?

Kariong is located in New South Wales, Australia, Oceania. The coordinates are -33.4397 latitude, 151.2945 longitude.

What is the population of Kariong?

Kariong has a population of approximately 6,305 people, making it a town in Australia.

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Quick Information

Population
6,305
Continent
Oceania
Country
Australia
Region
New South Wales
Timezone
Australia/Sydney
Coordinates
-33.4397, 151.2945

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Australia

Police
000
Ambulance
000
Fire
000
Non-emergency police
131 444
Driving side
left

112 works from mobiles. Distances between fuel stops in the outback can exceed 200 km: plan ahead. Wildlife is most active at dawn/dusk.

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Worth the detour from Kariong

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

cafe

Pie in the Sky

A legendary biker and car enthusiast cafe on the Old Pacific Highway north of Sydney, the essential pit stop on Australia's most popular motorcycle road.

13 km · about 25 min drive

landmark

Taronga Zoo Sydney

Harbourside zoo with spectacular views of the Sydney skyline housing over 4,000 animals from around the world.

45 km · about 50 min drive

landmark

Luna Park Sydney

Iconic harbourside amusement park at Milsons Point with stunning views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House.

46 km · about 55 min drive

landmark

Sydney Harbour Bridge

Massive steel arch bridge spanning Sydney Harbour, affectionately nicknamed 'the Coathanger' and open for bridge climbs.

47 km · about 55 min drive

landmark

Sydney Opera House Forecourt

Harbourside promenade at Bennelong Point offering the classic combined view of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge together.

47 km · about 55 min drive

tunnel

Sydney Harbour Tunnel

A 2.3 km immersed-tube tunnel opened in 1992 that dives beneath Sydney Harbour, the underwater twin to the Harbour Bridge linking the CBD with North Sydney.

47 km · about 55 min drive

cafe

Cafe de Wheels (Woolloomooloo)

A legendary Sydney pie cart that has served hot pies and peas to locals, sailors, and road trippers from its harbourside van since 1945.

48 km · about 55 min drive

museum

Australian Museum

Australia's oldest museum, specializing in natural history and Indigenous Australian culture with world-class collections.

49 km · about 55 min drive

Driving roads near Kariong

  • 47 kmSydney Harbour TunnelA 2.3 km immersed-tube tunnel opened in 1992 that dives beneath Sydney Harbour, the underwater twin to the Harbour Bridge linking the CBD with North Sydney.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Kariong.

Tascott

🇦🇺 Australia

2 km awayPop. 1,587

West Gosford

🇦🇺 Australia

3 km awayPop. 1,365

Point Clare

🇦🇺 Australia

3 km awayPop. 3,676

Point Frederick

🇦🇺 Australia

5 km awayPop. 1,846

Gosford

🇦🇺 Australia

5 km awayPop. 4,873

East Gosford

🇦🇺 Australia

5 km awayPop. 4,196

Woy Woy

🇦🇺 Australia

6 km awayPop. 10,668

North Gosford

🇦🇺 Australia

6 km awayPop. 3,723

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