Name: Intrepid, 1/3 Intrepid Close - Amazing views of Shoal Bay, only 100m from the Beach
Address: Nelson Bay

A historic and striking landmark, Nelson Head Lighthouse has been a shining light for many travel-weary sailors. Find out its role in saving lives over the years.

To visit this longstanding beacon, find your way to Nelson Bay. You'll find plenty of other things to see in the area, including Dutchmans Beach, Jimmys Beach, and Samurai Beach.

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Crowne Plaza Sydney Macquarie Park by IHG

Macquarie Park

per person

Oct 6 - Oct 11

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Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Dallas (DFW) to Sydney (SYD)

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)

Good stay. Best value

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025

Rydges Australia Square

Sydney Central Business District

per person

Oct 6 - Oct 11

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Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Dallas (DFW) to Sydney (SYD)

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,681 reviews)

Clean, good beds, and a great breakfast.

Reviewed on Jul 30, 2025

Manly Pacific Sydney MGallery Collection

Manly

per person

Oct 6 - Oct 11

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Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Dallas (DFW) to Sydney (SYD)

8.8/10 Excellent! (247 reviews)

Great hotel in a perfect location.Beautiful location opposite the beach . Couldn’t fault the accommodation or service.

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025

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Tours & day trips

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Port Stephens Experience: Incredible Adventure, Wild by Nature

Free cancellation available

Water activities

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Port Stephens: 2.5-Hour Whale Watching & Outer Island Cruise

Free cancellation available

Adventure & outdoor

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Small Group Port Stephens + Dolphins + 4WD/sandboarding ex Sydney

Free cancellation available

Popular places to visit

The view from Tomaree Head lookout point. About half hour of steep hike from the end of Shoal Bay, very much worth it.
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Mount Tomaree

Learn about the local history of Shoal Bay when you spend time at Mount Tomaree. Amble around this relaxing area's marina and enjoy its charming cafes.

Tomaree Head

5/5(3 reviews)

You can take time to visit Tomaree Head during your travels to Fingal Bay. Wander the marina and beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

Gan Gan Hill Lookout

4/5(1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Gan Gan Hill Lookout, a lovely green space in Nelson Bay. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

West Nelson Bay

During your trip to Nelson Bay, you can search for that perfect souvenir at West Nelson Bay. Stroll along the marina or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Fly Point Marine Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Fly Point Marine Reserve, a lovely green space in Nelson Bay. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay

4/5(6 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Nelson Bay with a trip to d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the spas in this relaxing area.