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Port Stephens

Port Stephens

5
4.4/5
107 reviews
Port Stephens, located in the north of Sydney, South Wales, Australia, is known as the "Blue Water Paradise", integrating fishing, whale watching, rowing, sandboarding, flying, and outdoor barbecues. It is about two and a half hours' drive from Sydney, and it is very convenient to come by car. 1. Dolphin and whale watching Dolphins and whales are the biggest highlights of Port Stephens. There are more than 90-120 bottlenose dolphins living here all year round. You can take a dolphin-watching cruise, dolphins will jump out of the water to greet you, and you can lean on the rails and play with them. Port Stephens is also a suitable home for thousands of whales. Every year from the end of May to the beginning of November, swarms of humpback whales will come and go here. They are huge, some weighing more than 40 tons. Take a seasonal whale watching cruise to see their adorable naivety! Fisherman's Bay and Anna Bay in the south are good whale and dolphin watching spots. 2. Port Attractions There are many viewing points in the port, and you can climb up and overlook any one of them, and have a panoramic view of the coastal scenery. The lighthouse in Nelson Point at the entrance of Port Stephens is still in play. The lighthouse is currently open to the public. There is a renovated small museum under the tower, as well as restaurants and canteens. Just a few minutes walk to the Flying Point Marine Conservation Area, overlooking the stretch of coastline. 3. Port Stephens Port Stephens has a vast sandy land with soft sand, making it a famous sandboarding paradise in the southern hemisphere! As far as the eye can see, the west of Anna Bay is a few kilometers of sand dunes, which are larger in the southern hemisphere. You can sign up for sandboarding, or you can take a quad bike or four-wheel drive to explore the Stockton Dunes.Campvale · 18.6km from Newcastle
Oakvale Wildlife Park
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Oakvale Wildlife Park

4.5
5.0/5
9 reviews
The zoo features numerous free-roaming animals such as kangaroos, emus, alpacas, and lambs that visitors can feed and interact with up close without barriers. Additionally, Oakvale Wildlife Park is one of the few zoos in New South Wales where visitors can touch koalas. The park offers various interactive performances including feeding demonstrations (farm animal babies and cow milking), ring-tailed lemur encounters (weekends and school holidays only), reptile shows, koala interactions, Tasmanian devil shows, and cassowary presentations. Performance times may vary by season and daily conditions, so it's recommended to check the official website or on-site for the latest schedule.Salt Ash · 19.2km from Newcastle
Merewether Surfhouse

Merewether Surfhouse

3.2
1 reviews
Merewether · 833m from downtown
Newcastle Memorial Walk

Newcastle Memorial Walk

3.2
The Hill · 567m from downtown
Blackbutt Nature Reserve

Blackbutt Nature Reserve

3.2
Black Butt Sanctuary is a great place to have a picnic with the family! There are clean and convenient facilities and BBQ facilities, jungle gym for the kids. Many Australian animals can also be seen up close. There are also many wonderful bushwalking paths worth exploring.New Lambton · 1.6km from downtown
Belmont 16s Sailing Club

Belmont 16s Sailing Club

3.2
Belmont · 948m from downtown
Newcastle Museum

Newcastle Museum

3.1
Newcastle Museum was established in 1988. The exhibitions are divided into several sections, generally including the history of Newcastle, a steelmaking light show, galleries, and transportation science, among others.Newcastle · 911m from downtown
Speers Point Park

Speers Point Park

3.1
4.0/5
1 reviews
Speers Point · 964m from downtown
Nobbys Beach

Nobbys Beach

3.1
4.1/5
12 reviews
Newcastle East · 384m from downtown
McDonald Jones Stadium

McDonald Jones Stadium

3.1
New Lambton · 1.8km from downtown

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Audrey Wilkinson Vineyard: Picnic with Wine Masterclass Tasting

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Audrey Wilkinson Vineyard: Fromage and Fortified Wine Experience
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Boutique Wine Tasting Experience in Pokolbin
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Small Group Hunter Valley Wine Tour w Lunch, Gin, Cheese & Choc
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Newcastle: Harbour Cruise with Buffet Lunch
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Small Group Hunter Valley Wine Tour + Lunch, Gin & Choc ex Sydney
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4.8/5
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Hunter Valley All Inclusive Boutique Wine Tour from Sydney
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Hunter Valley All Inclusive Boutique Wine Tour from Sydney

4.6/5
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Snapshot Half Day Hunter Valley Wine Tour
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4.8/5
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Newcastle: Half-Day Sightseeing with Coastal Stops & History
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Newcastle: Half-Day Sightseeing with Coastal Stops & History

5.0/5
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Maitland's True Crime Tour
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Maitland's True Crime Tour

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Newcastle: True Crime Guided Walking Tour
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Newcastle: True Crime Guided Walking Tour

5.0/5
· 1 review
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Hunter Valley Wildlife Park experience
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Sydney: Aboriginal Walking Tour with Smoking Ceremony
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5.0/5
· 1 review
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Broken Bay Pearl Farm: Shell to Showroom
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Featured Outdoor & sports in Newcastle

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Sydney Newcastle skydiving [lake view and coastal town skydiving/free skydiving certificate]
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Sydney Newcastle skydiving [lake view and coastal town skydiving/free skydiving certificate]

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From Sydney: Tandem Skydive Experience over Newcastle Beach
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From Sydney: Tandem Skydive Experience over Newcastle Beach

5.0/5
· 4 reviews
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Port Stephens: Stockton Sand Dunes 4WD Tag-Along Tour
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Port Stephens: Stockton Sand Dunes 4WD Tag-Along Tour

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Sydney Port Stephens Day Tour - Sandboarding, Dolphin Watching, No Tips
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4.9/5
· 88 reviews· 391 booked
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Port Stephens sandboarding experience (unlimited frequency)
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Port Stephens sandboarding experience (unlimited frequency)

4.5/5
· 2 reviews· 250 booked
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Port Stephens Anna Bay 4WD vehicle + sandboarding experience
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Port Stephens Anna Bay 4WD vehicle + sandboarding experience

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Sydney Port Stephens one-day tour[Sandboarding/Moon Shadow Dolphin Cruise/Koala Sanctuary]
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Free things to do in Newcastle

Port Stephens

Port Stephens

5
4.4/5
107 reviews
Campvale · 18.6km from Newcastle
Merewether Beach

Merewether Beach

2.8
4.0/5
5 reviews
Merewether · 811m from downtown

What travellers say about Newcastle

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Lavender and Sun19 April 2022
5.0
Port Stephen has unscrupulous blue sea and blue sky, and a fresh environment. Come to Port Stephen, intoxicated with the relaxing outdoor environment, feel comfortable and comfortable leisurely holiday, and return to the embrace of nature.

Port Stephens

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Anonymous user21 July 2024
5.0
I came here for the second time. Every experience is great. My two-year-old baby also likes it very much. He can ride a tractor and feed the lambs. The animals are very interactive. The staff are also very friendly. I took my baby to stay from opening to closing and was reluctant to leave.

Oakvale Wildlife Park

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Apichai.22 January 2023
4.0
nice view nice weather nice lake to see

Speers Point Park

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zhweiei19 November 2020
4.0
Newcastle Beach The beach here is very close to the center. There is a swimming pool next to the beach. You can see the lighthouse in the distance. This beach is very wide and quiet. There are not so many people. It is also a good place to go from Sydney.

Nobbys Beach

Trip Moments in Newcastle

vBlue Mountain's 8 a.m. Wash, and the Mist That Sits on the Ridge

vBlue Mountain's 8 a.m. Wash, and the Mist That Sits on the Ridge

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Why Newcastle Is the Ultimate City Beach Vibe 🌊✨

Why Newcastle Is the Ultimate City Beach Vibe 🌊✨

“Why I love Newcastle: 1.”@Ailada Jj kitty · australia🇦🇺 · 3 days ago
🇦🇺 Newcastle, Australia: Coastal Beauty, Golden Beaches, and Hidden Gems 🌊✨

🇦🇺 Newcastle, Australia: Coastal Beauty, Golden Beaches, and Hidden Gems 🌊✨

“Welcome to Newcastle, Australia, a beautiful coastal city in New South Wales known for its golden beaches, historic lighthouse, vibrant café culture, and relaxed seaside atmosphere!”@Sayed El Maleh · 22 days ago

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What are the must-do things in Newcastle?

Don't miss these attractions in Newcastle: Port Stephens, Oakvale Wildlife Park, and Merewether Surfhouse. If you like Food & drink, try Audrey Wilkinson Vineyard: Fromage and Fortified Wine Experience. If you enjoy Culture & history, try Newcastle: Half-Day Sightseeing with Coastal Stops & History.

You can give Audrey Wilkinson Vineyard: Fromage and Fortified Wine Experience and Boutique Wine Tasting Experience in Pokolbin a try. Before you go, please check their opening hours and menus online. Reservations are recommended, especially during peak hours.

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