Feel the wind ruffling your hair, the water lapping at your feet and the salt on your skin at Newcastle Beach. Stay and watch the sun set to top off an awesome day out.

Newcastle Beach is an interesting place to start out your day in Newcastle. This stretch of coastline is recommended by fellow travelers, but it's not the only spot to see here. Pencil in time for other sights like Nobbys Head Beach, University of Newcastle, and Merewether Beach to make the most of what the area has to offer.

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Tours & day trips

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

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Cruises & boat tours

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

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Private & custom tours

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30 Minute Newcastle Helicopter Flight

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Classes & workshops

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Newcastle Spirit School Experience at Earp Distilling Co.

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Wildlife & nature

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Hunter Coastal Adventure Tour by Boat from Newcastle

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Popular places to visit

Newcastle Ocean Baths

5/5(2 reviews)

Snap photos of the art deco pavilion and two large pools that make up one of the city’s most iconic structures.

Fort Scratchley

5/5(1 review)

Take a guided tour of this Australian military base, learn about the region’s pre-fort history and explore an underground tunnel complex.

Foreshore Park

5/5(1 review)

Foreshore Park is just one of the places to see in Newcastle, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the area's waterfront, or simply savor its lively bars.

Christ Church Cathedral

5/5(1 review)

Admire the Gothic façade, inspect the elegant war memorial and bring your kids to the fun events in Newcastle’s cathedral.

King Edward Park

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Steeped in history and framed by ocean views, this popular park in Newcastle is ideal for picnics, nature walks and sightseeing.

Nobbys Head Beach

4.5/5(7 reviews)

Overlooked by a 19th-century lighthouse atop a rocky headland, this beach and its long breakwater wall are perfect for sunset strolls and romantic moments.