Things to do in Newcastle

Activities, attractions and tours

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Things to do

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Hunter Valley Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Flight with Bubbly Breakfast

RM1,045
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hunter Valley Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Flight with Bubbly Breakfast
Newcastle Harbour Luncheon Cruise

Newcastle Harbour Luncheon Cruise

RM241
per adult
Newcastle Harbour Luncheon Cruise
Newcastle: Hunter Valley Wine, Gin, Cheese & Chocolate Tour

Newcastle: Hunter Valley Wine, Gin, Cheese & Chocolate Tour

RM807
per adult
Newcastle: Hunter Valley Wine, Gin, Cheese & Chocolate Tour
Newcastle: Lake Macquarie Cruise with Lunch

Lake Macquarie: Cruise with Lunch on the Lake

RM241
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lake Macquarie: Cruise with Lunch on the Lake
Humpback Whale Encounter Tour from Newcastle

Humpback Whale Encounter Tour from Newcastle

RM382
per adult
Humpback Whale Encounter Tour from Newcastle
Newcastle: True Crime Guided Walking Tour

Newcastle: True Crime Guided Walking Tour

RM96
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Newcastle: True Crime Guided Walking Tour
Picture 8 for Activity Maitland's True Crime Tour

Maitland's True Crime Tour

RM96
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Maitland's True Crime Tour
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Port Stephens Day Tour - Gray Line Sydney

Port Stephens Day Tour - Gray Line Sydney

Activity duration is 12 hours
7.0 out of 10 with 14 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 569 per adult
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Hunter Valley Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Flight with Bubbly Breakfast

Hunter Valley Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Flight with Bubbly Breakfast

Activity duration is 5 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 6 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 1,056 per adult
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Classes & workshops

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Lake Macquarie: Private Yacht Charter Package

Lake Macquarie: Private Yacht Charter Package

Activity duration is 2 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 3,433 per traveller*
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Wildlife & nature

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Newcastle Whale Watching Cruise

Newcastle Whale Watching Cruise

Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
8.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Price is RM 272 per adult
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What to do in Newcastle

Stay near popular Newcastle attractions

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Newcastle Beach

9.2/10 (2,610 reviews)
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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Where to stay in Newcastle

Find the best Newcastle areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

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Open Photo by Glenn Rowley

Caves Beach

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

Charlestown

Shopping, restaurants and spas are just a few things travellers enjoy about Charlestown. Check out Charlestown Square or Twin Creeks Reserve while you're exploring the area.

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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 Belmont Golf Course.

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Toronto

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