Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Newcastle October 2025 | Expedia.ca [Newcastle Travel Guide](https://expedia.ca/Newcastle.dx6047788)[Hotels in Newcastle](https://expedia.ca/Newcastle-Hotels.d6047788.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Newcastle](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Newcastle.d6047788.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Newcastle Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Newcastle.d6047788.Car-Rental-Guide)[Newcastle Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Newcastle.d6047788.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in Newcastle ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Newcastle Types of activities Where to stay [Newcastle travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Newcastle.dx6047788) ![Newcastle](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/501000/501176-newcastle.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Newcastle](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/501000/501134-newcastle.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Newcastle](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/114000/114382-Newcastle.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Newcastle](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/192000/192206-Newcastle.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Newcastle featuring surf and surfing](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/192000/192187-Newcastle.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Newcastle Attractions Always up for imaginative ways to get your kicks and broaden your horizons, you're eager to explore an exciting city like the savvy traveller you are. It's not challenging to fill your time, because Expedia Canada makes it easy to book loads of things to do. Book your activities today, and all you'll have left to do is count the days until your escape and start daydreaming! - Book your favourite excursion on Expedia Canada for a great price, and you'll still have enough cash for a dream hotel or decadent dinner while you're visiting. The things to do in Newcastle are not only topnotch, but they won't break the bank. We have 28 things to do here, and you can reserve them starting at just CA $3 . - Newcastle is popular among thrill seekers suchlike yourself. In fact, many travellers have been visiting to learn about local culture and explore the best things to do, and many of them are already planning to return. The most booked things to do can catch the curiosity of even experienced travellers, and one look at our list explains why. Our list includes a wide range of historically based outings and opportunities for adventure. From unequalled ways to explore the best this area has to offer like a [Quad bike Adventure & Brewery Tour](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/quad-bike-adventure-brewery-tour.a392406.activity-details) to once in a lifetime adventures like the [Worimi Sand Dunes Quad bike Tour](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/worimi-sand-dunes-quad-bike-tour.a460415.activity-details), there are loads of opportunities at your disposal when you browse through all the things you can do here at Expedia Canada. Our activities are the ideal way to organize your holiday. You'll need a game plan to make the most of a trip to Newcastle, particularly when you wish to pack in lots of exciting activities. And we know you're itching to explore every avenue—you are excited to get out and play. You cannot wait to check off the most essential activities around, and an exploration of historic city neighbourhoods is always time well spent. Book professional city tours on Expedia Canada, and you don't need a map. * * * ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. * * * ### Most fun & popular experiences in Newcastle ### Tours & day trips [See all 19 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6047788&location=Newcastle&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Discover Newcastle Coastal Charms and City Secrets](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48939746/667dca81-f33d-458c-b06e-6b397109aa5d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Discover Newcastle Coastal Charms and City Secrets 3h Free cancellation available CA $91 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/discover-newcastle-coastal-charms-and-city-secrets.a48939746.activity-details?&rid=6047788&location=Newcastle&swp=off) ![Lake Macquarie: Lunch on the Lake Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46777983/ee1e0e3a-b93f-4e45-a6ea-1fdbd920f92b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Lake Macquarie: Lunch on the Lake Cruise 2h 30m Free cancellation available CA $64 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/lake-macquarie-lunch-on-the-lake-cruise.a46777983.activity-details?&rid=6047788&location=Newcastle&swp=off) ![Newcastle: Guided Spirit Tasting at Earp Distilling Co.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48273889/07160921-6311-423c-8f2c-c855d52e7608.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Newcastle: Guided Spirit Tasting at Earp Distilling Co. 30m Free cancellation available CA $45 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/newcastle-varietal-spirit-tasting-at-earp-distilling-co.a48273889.activity-details?&rid=6047788&location=Newcastle&swp=off) ![Newcastle: True Crime Guided Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4526265/e0ef5810-b924-419f-be44-71294435c4ce.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Newcastle: True Crime Guided Walking Tour 1h 30m 9/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available CA $31 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/newcastle-true-crime-guided-walking-tour.a4526265.activity-details?&rid=6047788&location=Newcastle&swp=off) ![Country towns: River & farm tour. Departing Newcastle.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47530063/13d93616-ff2b-4348-93b9-5de375652165.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Country towns: River & farm tour. Departing Newcastle. 8h Free cancellation available CA $223 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-tour-in-country-towns-rivers-and-aussie-farm.a47530063.activity-details?&rid=6047788&location=Newcastle&swp=off) ![Family Pass Fighter World Museum Admission Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50716291/c22401cf-d07f-41fb-9f42-e43d683cd747.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Family Pass Fighter World Museum Admission Ticket 4h Free cancellation available CA $44 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/family-pass-fighter-world-museum-admission-ticket.a50716291.activity-details?&rid=6047788&location=Newcastle&swp=off) ![Port Stephens: Stockton Sand Dunes 4x4 Tag-Along Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4762903/23c19ce9-c606-4a34-a471-3361d081cd12.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Port Stephens: Stockton Sand Dunes 4x4 Tag-Along Tour 3h Free cancellation available CA $269 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/port-stephens-stockton-sand-dunes-4x4-tag-along-tour.a4762903.activity-details?&rid=6047788&location=Newcastle&swp=off) ![Dolphin Watching Sydney Tours | Port Stephens Private Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1408499/f562924f-c7fb-48fd-9a08-4c712af1340e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Dolphin Watching Sydney Tours | Port Stephens Private Tour 11h Free cancellation available CA $775 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/dolphin-watching-sydney-tours-port-stephens-private-tour.a1408499.activity-details?&rid=6047788&location=Newcastle&swp=off) ![Hunter Valley Wine Tour with Chocolate and Cheese Tasting](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49835565/6064791a-d13f-4109-8441-c077b888aa8f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Hunter Valley Wine Tour with Chocolate and Cheese Tasting 7h Free cancellation available CA $123 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/hunter-valley-wine-tour-with-chocolate-and-cheese-tasting.a49835565.activity-details?&rid=6047788&location=Newcastle&swp=off) ![Newcastle: Hunter Valley Wine, Gin, Cheese & Chocolate Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4565662/acdd4ea3-442f-4a8c-9036-a520b97ffd84.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Newcastle: Hunter Valley Wine, Gin, Cheese & Chocolate Tour 7h Free cancellation available CA $205 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/newcastle-hunter-valley-wine-gin-cheese-chocolate-tour.a4565662.activity-details?&rid=6047788&location=Newcastle&swp=off) ### Classes & workshops [See all 4 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6047788&location=Newcastle&filter.categories=ClassesWorkshops) ![Newcastle: Guided Spirit Tasting at Earp Distilling Co.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48273889/07160921-6311-423c-8f2c-c855d52e7608.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Newcastle: Guided Spirit Tasting at Earp Distilling Co. 30m Free cancellation available CA $45 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/newcastle-varietal-spirit-tasting-at-earp-distilling-co.a48273889.activity-details?&rid=6047788&location=Newcastle&swp=off) ![Newcastle Spirit School Experience at Earp Distilling Co.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50885830/e7e0afd4-149f-4875-a9e1-486f5ffdc8e0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Newcastle Spirit School Experience at Earp Distilling Co. 3h Free cancellation available CA $319 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/newcastle-spirit-school-experience-at-earp-distilling-co.a50885830.activity-details?&rid=6047788&location=Newcastle&swp=off) ![Date Night with Blending Class and Dinner](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50827657/cde8e974-4cdd-4af2-ba81-51a212c11252.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Date Night with Blending Class and Dinner 2h Free cancellation available CA $202 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/date-night-with-blending-class-and-dinner.a50827657.activity-details?&rid=6047788&location=Newcastle&swp=off) ![Private Surf Lesson in Caves Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3345171/18168410-fed4-4e68-b6a9-09621ef74194.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Surf Lesson in Caves Beach 1h CA $105 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-surf-lesson-in-caves-beach.a3345171.activity-details?&rid=6047788&location=Newcastle&swp=off) ### Cruises & boat tours [See all 3 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6047788&location=Newcastle&filter.categories=CruisesBoatTours) ![Newcastle: Hunter Valley Wine, Gin, Cheese & Chocolate Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4565662/acdd4ea3-442f-4a8c-9036-a520b97ffd84.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Newcastle: Hunter Valley Wine, Gin, Cheese & Chocolate Tour 7h Free cancellation available CA $205 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/newcastle-hunter-valley-wine-gin-cheese-chocolate-tour.a4565662.activity-details?&rid=6047788&location=Newcastle&swp=off) ![Port Stephens 3 Hour Whale and Dolphin Watch Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44839027/99c063e1-69f4-47ff-9a4c-768686e1d071.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Port Stephens 3 Hour Whale and Dolphin Watch Cruise 3h 8.8/10 3 reviews Free cancellation available CA $77 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/port-stephens-3-hour-whale-watch-cruise.a44839027.activity-details?&rid=6047788&location=Newcastle&swp=off) ![Dolphin Watch + Sailing - Port Stephens](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1034486/aeb9372c-7ac1-44ba-85a3-6c0f3ef06677.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Dolphin Watch + Sailing - Port Stephens 1h 30m Free cancellation available CA $46 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/dolphin-watch-sailing-port-stephens.a1034486.activity-details?&rid=6047788&location=Newcastle&swp=off) ### Private & custom tours [See all 3 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6047788&location=Newcastle&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours) ![Dolphin Watching Sydney Tours | Port Stephens Private Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1408499/f562924f-c7fb-48fd-9a08-4c712af1340e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Dolphin Watching Sydney Tours | Port Stephens Private Tour 11h Free cancellation available CA $775 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/dolphin-watching-sydney-tours-port-stephens-private-tour.a1408499.activity-details?&rid=6047788&location=Newcastle&swp=off) ![Private Hunter Valley Scenery, Wine & Food Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/438966/4724a4dd-b42f-46dc-82e6-2d8fb3c0fc45.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Hunter Valley Scenery, Wine & Food Tour 11h Free cancellation available CA $1,458 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-hunter-valley-scenery-wine-food-tour.a438966.activity-details?&rid=6047788&location=Newcastle&swp=off) ![Full Day Private Shore Tour in Sydney from Newcastle Cruise Port](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46894083/38c065f4-fb9d-4654-ac34-dd818a038193.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full Day Private Shore Tour in Sydney from Newcastle Cruise Port 9h CA $535 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-private-shore-tour-in-sydney-from-newcastle-cruise-port.a46894083.activity-details?&rid=6047788&location=Newcastle&swp=off) ### Adventure & outdoor [See all 3 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6047788&location=Newcastle&filter.categories=AdventureOutdoor) ![Country towns: River & farm tour. Departing Newcastle.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47530063/13d93616-ff2b-4348-93b9-5de375652165.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Country towns: River & farm tour. Departing Newcastle. 8h Free cancellation available CA $223 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-tour-in-country-towns-rivers-and-aussie-farm.a47530063.activity-details?&rid=6047788&location=Newcastle&swp=off) ![Port Stephens: Stockton Sand Dunes 4x4 Tag-Along Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4762903/23c19ce9-c606-4a34-a471-3361d081cd12.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Port Stephens: Stockton Sand Dunes 4x4 Tag-Along Tour 3h Free cancellation available CA $269 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/port-stephens-stockton-sand-dunes-4x4-tag-along-tour.a4762903.activity-details?&rid=6047788&location=Newcastle&swp=off) ![From Sydney: Tandem Skydive Experience over Newcastle Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47735945/b0e392ca-af04-4b10-9522-01a18dd104b8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Sydney: Tandem Skydive Experience over Newcastle Beach 3h+ Free cancellation available CA $364 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/newcastle-tandem-beach-skydive-with-optional-transfers.a47735945.activity-details?&rid=6047788&location=Newcastle&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Newcastle | Number of things to do | 28 | | --- | --- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [eSIM: Airalo Australian Package](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/esim-airalo-australian-package.a46752203.activity-details): CA $3 | | Top 5 things to do | - [eSIM: Airalo Australian Package](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/esim-airalo-australian-package.a46752203.activity-details) - [Port Stephens 3 Hour Whale and Dolphin Watch Cruise](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/port-stephens-3-hour-whale-watch-cruise.a44839027.activity-details) - [Lake Macquarie: Lunch on the Lake Cruise](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/lake-macquarie-lunch-on-the-lake-cruise.a46777983.activity-details) - [Dolphin Watch + Sailing - Port Stephens](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/dolphin-watch-sailing-port-stephens.a1034486.activity-details) - [Humpback Whale Encounter Tour from Newcastle](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/humpback-whale-encounter-tour-from-newcastle.a1400795.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | - [Port Stephens 3 Hour Whale and Dolphin Watch Cruise](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/port-stephens-3-hour-whale-watch-cruise.a44839027.activity-details) - [Lake Macquarie: Lunch on the Lake Cruise](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/lake-macquarie-lunch-on-the-lake-cruise.a46777983.activity-details) - [Dolphin Watch + Sailing - Port Stephens](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/dolphin-watch-sailing-port-stephens.a1034486.activity-details) - [Humpback Whale Encounter Tour from Newcastle](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/humpback-whale-encounter-tour-from-newcastle.a1400795.activity-details) - [Discover Newcastle Coastal Charms and City Secrets](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/discover-newcastle-coastal-charms-and-city-secrets.a48939746.activity-details) | | With kids | - [Port Stephens 3 Hour Whale and Dolphin Watch Cruise](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/port-stephens-3-hour-whale-watch-cruise.a44839027.activity-details) - [Lake Macquarie: Lunch on the Lake Cruise](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/lake-macquarie-lunch-on-the-lake-cruise.a46777983.activity-details) - [Dolphin Watch + Sailing - Port Stephens](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/dolphin-watch-sailing-port-stephens.a1034486.activity-details) - [Humpback Whale Encounter Tour from Newcastle](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/humpback-whale-encounter-tour-from-newcastle.a1400795.activity-details) - [Discover Newcastle Coastal Charms and City Secrets](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/discover-newcastle-coastal-charms-and-city-secrets.a48939746.activity-details) | ## What to do in Newcastle * * * ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Newcastle ![Newcastle which includes a sandy beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/192000/192842-Newcastle-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Newcastle Beach 4.5/5(3 reviews) Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Newcastle Beach during your travels in Newcastle? While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Newcastle-Beach-Newcastle.d553248635923089521.Vacation-Attraction) ![Merewether Beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/501000/501133-merewether.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Merewether Beach 5/5(2 reviews) Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Merewether Beach during your travels in Merewether? Savor the area's bars and restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Merewether-Beach-New-South-Wales.d553248633851059531.Vacation-Attraction) ![Blacksmiths Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/e53a2f5d50f737a561f0b0d6c6a3f1d0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Blacksmiths-Beach-New-South-Wales.d553248634012804138.Vacation-Attraction) ![Merewether Ocean Baths](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/501000/501178-new-south-wales.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Merewether Ocean Baths 5/5(1 review) Bring your family to swim laps and enjoy the sun in these two pools filled with saltwater delivered by ocean waves. [](https://expedia.ca/Merewether-Ocean-Baths-Merewether.d553248621532609757.Vacation-Attraction) ![Foreshore Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/3a998e5ff5171a9496e06ab277661366.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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 beautiful beaches, or simply savor its lively bars. [](https://expedia.ca/Foreshore-Park-Newcastle.d553248621532609678.Vacation-Attraction) ![Newcastle featuring general coastal views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/114000/114548-Newcastle-Ocean-Baths.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Newcastle-Ocean-Baths-Newcastle-East.d553248621592884278.Vacation-Attraction) ![Horseshoe Beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/501000/501184-newcastle.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Horseshoe Beach If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Horseshoe Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Newcastle. Wander the waterfront in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/Horseshoe-Beach-Newcastle.d553248621532609679.Vacation-Attraction) ![Newcastle featuring a fountain and night scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/114000/114380-Newcastle.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Newcastle Civic Park Newcastle Civic 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 beautiful beaches, or simply savor its lively bars. [](https://expedia.ca/Newcastle-Civic-Park-Newcastle.d553248635923089330.Vacation-Attraction) #### John Hunter Hospital Though John Hunter Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Newcastle while you are here. [](https://expedia.ca/John-Hunter-Hospital-New-Lambton-Heights.d553248635389768796.Vacation-Attraction) ### Explore areas of Newcastle ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/190e0531339d10e1ef9677ed23b2abeb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Caves Beach You might appreciate the beaches and restaurants in Caves Beach, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, Lake Macquarie and Catherine Hill Beach are just a few notable stops. [](https://expedia.ca/Newcastle-Caves-Beach.dx6131833) ![Default Image](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/192000/192142-Newcastle.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Newcastle-Merewether.dx6138884) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/b32f057ff702e7e4d56f04753cbbec01.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Swansea Though Swansea might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Lake Macquarie and Belmont Golf Course. [](https://expedia.ca/Newcastle-Swansea.dx181587) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Charlestown Shopping, restaurants, and spas are some highlights of Charlestown. Make a stop by Charlestown Square or Twin Creeks Reserve while you're exploring. [](https://expedia.ca/Newcastle-Charlestown.dx7221) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/e53a2f5d50f737a561f0b0d6c6a3f1d0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Belmont Unique features of Belmont include the lake views and shopping. 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