Travel Guide of Newcastle in Australia by Influencers and Travelers
Newcastle is a metropolitan area and the second most populated city in the state of New South Wales, Australia. It includes the Newcastle and Lake Macquarie local government areas, and is the hub of the Greater Newcastle area, which includes most parts of the local government areas of City of Newcastle, City of Lake Macquarie, City of Cessnock, City of Maitland and Port Stephens Council.
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The Best Things to Do and Visit in Newcastle
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1 - Bogey Hole
The Bogey Hole, also known as the Commandant's Baths, is a heritage-listed sea bath in Newcastle in New South Wales, Australia. It is thought to be the oldest surviving European construction in the city area. The pool was hewn from a sandstone/conglomerate rock shelf at the base of cliffs near Shepherds Hill.
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2 - Merewether
Merewether is a suburb of Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia, located 3 km from Newcastle's central business district with a population of around 11,000. The suburb stretches 3 km from Merewether Beach in the east to Adamstown in the west.
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3 - Helicopter Tours in Newcastle
10 km away
Your local pilot will keep you well informed of all the top Newcastle sights including ANZAC Memorial walk, Bar Beach, Merewether Baths and McDonald Jones Stadium. Departing from Newcastle Harbour you'll instantly be treated to amazing views of the Newcastle forsehore and coastline. There's no better way to see the sights of Newcastle then from the air!
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4 - Stockton
Stockton is a suburb of Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia, located 600 m from Newcastle's central business district. It is the only residential suburb of the City of Newcastle that lies north of the Hunter River.
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5 - Newcastle Beach
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6 - Culinary Tour in Newcastle
10 km away
Come on board and discover why the Hunter Region is one of the most highly awarded wine regions in Australia. Taste the crisp Verdelhos, fruity Semillons and reds this region is famous for as well as palate refreshing craft beers, creamy cheeses and locally made chocolates in this full day tour with fresh local gourmet produce for lunch. Relax and enjoy the friendly small group atmosphere and great music aboard on our public shared tour on a 20 seat minibus (air-conditioning and sound system) as you make new friends and learn about the rich wine making history of this picturesque region.
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7 - Merewether Beach
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8 - Stockton Beach
22 km away
Stockton Beach is located north of the Hunter River in New South Wales, Australia. It is 32 km long and stretches from Stockton, to Anna Bay. Over many years Stockton Beach has been the site of numerous shipwrecks and aircraft crash sites. In World War II it was fortified against a possible attack by Imperial Japanese forces.
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9 - Surfing Lessons in Newcastle
10 km away
Find your passion for surfing with other like-minded women during this awesome four week learn to surf program designed by women, for women. With 1 x 90 min lesson a week over four weeks our unique program ensures you really do learn to surf. Run in small groups so you get the most out of each lesson, you'll meet like minded women in your area and be coached by some of the best female surf coaches in the country. No matter your surf level, body type or capability we have clinics for every woman who wants to give it a go. So start your surfing journey today!
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10 - Caves Beach
24 km away
Caves Beach is a locality on the Swansea peninsula between Lake Macquarie and the Pacific Ocean in Greater Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia. It is part of the City of Lake Macquarie local government area. The locality is named for the large number of caves on the nearby coastline. It has a surfing beach which is popular with the local surfers. It is highly popular for spearfishing, with the premier target species being the elusive red morwong. The traditional custodians of the land were the Awabakal people. Local businesses include a resort, restaurants, convenient stores, IGA, Cafés, butchers, gelato store.
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11 - Catherine Hill Bay
29 km away
Catherine Hill Bay is a coastal bay and village on the southern peninsula forming Lake Macquarie, south of the Pacific Ocean entrance channel at Swansea in New South Wales, Australia. It is part of the City of Lake Macquarie local government area.
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12 - Dolphin Watching in Newcastle
10 km away
Prebook to save time and see humpback whales in their natural habitat on this whale-spotting cruise from Newcastle. Board an eco-tourism boat and hit the open waters to observe humpbacks in the wild, learning about their natural behaviors via the commentary as the boat maintains a respectful distance. Plus, watch for dolphins and seals, and admire the coastal scenery as you hear details on local landmarks, culture, and history. - See humpback whales in the wild on a whale watching cruise from Newcastle - Prebook to secure a place at a time and day that fits your vacation schedule - View humpbacks and learn about them, and the coastal scenery, from a guide - Includes wet-weather gear and choice of departures for flexibility - CoastXP is an Accredited quality and sustainable tourism business
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13 - Anna Bay
29 km away
Anna Bay is the name of a suburb, a town and a bay in the Port Stephens local government area in the Hunter Region of New South Wales, Australia.
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14 - Dora Creek
31 km away
Dora Creek is a small rural suburb of the City of Lake Macquarie in New South Wales, Australia, located west of Lake Macquarie in New South Wales and north of the town of Morisset.
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15 - Sandboarding in Newcastle
10 km away
Quad bike and sand board the Worimi Sand Dunes, the largest coastal sand dunes in the southern hemisphere. This 1.5-hour aboriginal culture, quad bike and sand board experience is only a short drive from Port Stephens on the New South Wales north coast. Stopping atop the high dunes, you'll be provided with a 360’ view of the lands and a verbal presentation of the traditional occupation and uses of the land. Fresh water lagoons and midden sites (tool and burial sites) can be spied from this vantage point.
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16 - Morisset
33 km away
Morisset is a commercial centre and suburb of the City of Lake Macquarie in New South Wales, Australia, and is located west of Lake Macquarie just off the Sydney-Newcastle Freeway.
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17 - One Mile Beach
36 km away
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18 - Nelson Bay
42 km away
Nelson Bay is a significant township of the Port Stephens local government area in the Hunter Region of New South Wales, Australia.
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19 - Shoal Bay NSW
43 km away
Shoal Bay is the most eastern suburb of the Port Stephens local government area in the Hunter Region of New South Wales, Australia. It is located on the southern shore of Port Stephens, adjacent to the bay of the same name at the entrance to the port.
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20 - Zenith Beach
44 km away
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4 pictures of Newcastle from Christopher Windus, Tommy Pequinot, Karl JK Hedin and other travelers
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