Things to do in Newcastle

Activities, attractions and tours

A coastal town with a beach, houses, and a road leading to the sea.
A coastal town with a beach, ocean waves, and a sunset sky.
A series of numbered markers along a shoreline with rough sea waves.
A surfer riding a wave at sunset.
A surfer riding a wave at sunset.

Things to do

Port Stephens Dolphin Watching by Gray Line

Port Stephens Day Tour - Gray Line Sydney

S$161
per adult
Port Stephens Day Tour - Gray Line Sydney
Newcastle: Half-Day Sightseeing with Coastal Stops & History

Newcastle: Half-Day Sightseeing with Coastal Stops & History

S$90
per adult
Newcastle: Half-Day Sightseeing with Coastal Stops & History
Newcastle: True Crime Guided Walking Tour

Newcastle: True Crime Guided Walking Tour

S$31
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Newcastle: True Crime Guided Walking Tour
Newcastle: Lake Macquarie Cruise with Lunch

Lake Macquarie: Cruise with Lunch on the Lake

S$76
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lake Macquarie: Cruise with Lunch on the Lake
Historic Morpeth Cruise with Wine and Local Produce Tasting

Historic Morpeth Cruise with Wine and Local Produce Tasting

S$108
per adult
Historic Morpeth Cruise with Wine and Local Produce Tasting
Port Stephens: Stockton Sand Dunes 4WD Tag-Along Tour

Port Stephens: Stockton Sand Dunes 4WD Tag-Along Tour

S$300
per adult
Port Stephens: Stockton Sand Dunes 4WD Tag-Along Tour
Newcastle: Animal Lovers Tour - Kangaroos, Dolphins & more!

Newcastle: Animal Lovers Tour - Kangaroos, Dolphins & more!

S$265
per adult
Newcastle: Animal Lovers Tour - Kangaroos, Dolphins & more!
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Newcastle Beach

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Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Newcastle Beach during your travels in Newcastle? While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
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A beach with a large rock arch, a sunset, and scattered rocks.
Photo by Glenn Rowley
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Caves Beach

Some popular features of Caves Beach include its beaches and restaurants. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Lake Macquarie or Catherine Hill Beach are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.

A pier extending into clear turquoise waters with people sunbathing and swimming.

Merewether

Unique features of Merewether include the beaches and bars. Make a stop by Merewether Beach or Merewether Ocean Baths while you're exploring the area.

A modern cylindrical building with a grid-like facade, surrounded by a plaza with colorful planters and a café.

Newcastle City Centre

If you're spending some time in Newcastle City Centre, Newcastle Civic Theater and Newcastle City Hall are top sights worth seeing.

A calm waterfront with a pier extending into the water, boats docked, and a clear sky.

Toronto

Lake views, cafes and shopping highlight some of the notable features of Toronto. Make a stop by Lake Macquarie while you're exploring.

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Photo by Lauren Abela
Open Photo by Lauren Abela

Swansea

While there might not be top attractions in Swansea, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Lake Macquarie and Catherine Hill Beach.

 

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