Gateshead
Newcastle
Popular places to visit

Newcastle Beach
From Newcastle’s historic attractions, trendy restaurants and shopping districts, it’s just a short walk to the soft sands of this famous beach.

Merewether Beach
Home to international surfing competitions and seafront restaurants, this beach is as action-packed as it is photogenic from clifftop pathways.

Foreshore Park
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.

Blacksmiths Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Blacksmiths Beach during your travels in Belmont? Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in the area.

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

Merewether Ocean Baths
Bring your family to swim laps and enjoy the sun in these two pools filled with saltwater delivered by ocean waves.
Things to do

Newcastle City Tour: Coastal Charms and City Secrets

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

Gateshead Tavern Motel
Room was spotless, staff was amazing. Air conditioner needs to be fixed because, we couldn’t regulate the air, it was the only negative that can be easily fixed. I would love to have microwave oven in the motel just incase I need to make my food warm.
Reviewed on Nov 4, 2025

Little National Hotel Newcastle
Fabulous clean new hotel. Super comfy and great location. Lovely staff.
Reviewed on Nov 12, 2025

Holiday Inn Express Newcastle by IHG
Everything was fantastic
Reviewed on Nov 13, 2025

Rydges Newcastle
Clean room, amenities & staff
Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025

QT Newcastle
Staff are great and the entire hotel was neat and clean!
Reviewed on Nov 8, 2025

The Executive Inn
Great facilities. Breakfast was awesome.
Reviewed on Nov 8, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Gateshead

Charlestown
Shopping, restaurants, and spas are some highlights of Charlestown. Make a stop by Charlestown Square or Twin Creeks Reserve while you're exploring.

Warners Bay
Unique features of Warners Bay include the lake views and restaurants. Make a stop by Lake Macquarie or Hunter Ice Skating Stadium while you're exploring the area.

New Lambton
Unique features of New Lambton include the restaurants and spas. Make a stop by Blackbutt Reserve or Newcastle International Sports Centre while you're exploring the area.

Belmont
Unique features of Belmont include the lake views and shopping. Make a stop by Blacksmiths Beach or Lake Macquarie while you're exploring the area.

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.

Broadmeadow
Visitors to Broadmeadow enjoy its bars, and if you want to do some exploring, Newcastle Showground is worth a stop.
