Best Outdoor Activities in Newcastle

We've collected top 10 mentioned outdoor activities in Newcastle from other articles such as Best Things to do in Sydney | Sydney Expert, localsearch.com.au, World Beach Guide.

Best Outdoor Activities in Newcastle

Nobbys Beach
Nobbys Beach
4.6 (1792 ratings)4.5 (633 ratings)
Long, curved beach adjacent to a hilltop lighthouse, offering picnic areas with BBQ grills.
New South Wales, Australia
BeachOutdoor Activities
Merewether Beach
Merewether Beach
4.7 (572 ratings)4.5 (288 ratings)
Surf clubs & contests along a busy shoreline with a boardwalk, rock pools & popular ocean baths.
New South Wales, Australia
BeachOutdoor Activities
Mentioned by Lonely Planet
Must see attractions in Newcastle, Australia
"South of the city centre, this magnificent, wide stretch of sand has excellent surfing conditions and is the home strand of the legendary Aussie surfer Mark Richards. At the southern end is a huge sea pool."
Dixon Park Beach
Dixon Park Beach
4.4 (19 ratings)4.5 (31 ratings)
New South Wales, Australia
BeachOutdoor Activities
Hunter Valley Zoo
Hunter Valley Zoo
4.6 (1602 ratings)4.5 (371 ratings)
Modest, upbeat zoo with picnic areas & popular feeding encounters with animals like kangaroos.
138 Lomas Ln, Nulkaba NSW 2325, Australia
ZooOutdoor ActivitiesPicnic ground
Dudley Beach
Dudley Beach
4.4 (65 ratings)4.5 (40 ratings)
Beach hidden away behind wooded dunes, featuring shallow rock pools & a long, sandy expanse.
New South Wales 2290, Australia
BeachOutdoor Activities
The Vintage Golf Club
The Vintage Golf Club
4.1 (88 ratings)4 (152 ratings)
Vintage Drive, Rothbury NSW 2320, Australia
Golf clubOutdoor ActivitiesGolf courseGolf instructorResort hotel

Top Best Chinese Restaurants in Newcastle

Kai Fan Chinese Restaurant
Kai Fan Chinese Restaurant
4.4 (84 ratings)
146 Darby St, Cooks Hill NSW 2300, Australia
Chinese restaurantAsian restaurantDelivery Chinese restaurantDelivery RestaurantTakeout RestaurantRestaurantThai restaurant
Sesame's A Taste of Asia
Sesame's A Taste of Asia
4.5 (44 ratings)
56 Glebe Rd, The Junction NSW 2291, Australia
Southeast Asian restaurantAsian restaurantChinese restaurantRestaurant
Bangkok on Darby
Bangkok on Darby
4.8 (45 ratings)
9 Darby St, Newcastle NSW 2300, Australia
Thai restaurantAsian restaurantChinese restaurantFast food restaurantFusion restaurantTakeout RestaurantRestaurant
Mentioned by terminushotelnewcastle.com.au
Our top picks for Asian Cuisine
"A nice quick and easy fast food stop for all your Thai street food fixes. Don’t miss out on the $13 lunch menu between 11am & 2:30pm daily."

Best Gelato in Newcastle

Estabar
Estabar
4.5 (503 ratings)
Compact beachfront cafe serving classic breakfasts, single-origin coffee & hot chocolate.
61 Shortland Esplanade, Newcastle NSW 2300, Australia
CafeBreakfast restaurantEspresso barIce cream shop
Mentioned by hunterhunter.com.au
Our must-stop shops for ice cream and gelato in Newcastle
"Estabars has for as long as we can remember supplied some of the best gelato in town, but with Bec wanting to serve only really seasonal and local gelato the challenge was put to the team. Sourcing their flavor inspiration from the seasonal fruits Bec explains, “The chocolate and vanilla are made using cream and milk from the Little Big Dairy Co., and they're the basics and will always be on the menu. The other two flavours are what we have fun with.”More Info: click here"
Mentioned by terminushotelnewcastle.com.au
East End Restaurants | Terminus Apartment Hotel
"If you want to get a taste for Newcastles' local and seasonal produce, go to estabar. For 15 years estabar has been working with local farmers and producers to celebrate local and seasonal food. Their fresh menu, ocean views, seriously good coffee and house made gelato has seen estabar become a firm favourite in Newcastle."
Mentioned by Lonely Planet
Best restaurants in Newcastle, Australia
"The punchy single-origin coffee, refreshing frappés and delicious gelato are great at this hugely welcoming spot, and the location right opposite Newcastle Beach is unbeatable. The owner makes an effort to source... Australian in Newcastle"
G and G Gelato
G and G Gelato
4.6 (40 ratings)
67 Hunter St, Newcastle NSW 2300, Australia
Ice cream shop
Mentioned by hunterhunter.com.au
Our must-stop shops for ice cream and gelato in Newcastle
"Tucked away at the end of the street, G & G Gelato remains a crowd favourite that brings locals back time and time again. The ever so popular authentic Italian gelato has operated for over 12 years. If you’re looking for a spot for lunch as well, the shop also houses various Italian eats such as lasagne, arancini, and spaghetti Bolognese all handmade on-premises by owner Gaetano.More Info: click here"
Cold Rock Ice Creamery
Cold Rock Ice Creamery
4.1 (195 ratings)
Create-your-own ice cream and sorbet chain, with toppings like lollies and nuts, plus waffles.
1a/5 Honeysuckle Dr, Newcastle NSW 2300, Australia
Ice cream shop
Mentioned by hunterhunter.com.au
Our must-stop shops for ice cream and gelato in Newcastle
"Spanning across four locations for all your crazy combinations, Cold Rock is where it’s at to shake things up. Proudly 100% Australian owned and made, the classic ice cream flavours change things up with your favourite mix-ins spanning from M & Ms to sour lollies to Nutella. Needing an ice cream fix but can’t be bothered to drive?"

Best Family Restaurants in Newcastle

KFC Cessnock
KFC Cessnock
3.7 (445 ratings)
Restaurant chain known for its buckets of fried chicken, plus wings & sides.
226/228 Wollombi Rd, Cessnock NSW 2325, Australia
Fried chicken takeawayChicken restaurantFamily restaurantFast food restaurantTakeout RestaurantRestaurant
Seven Seas Hotel
Seven Seas Hotel
4.3 (100 ratings)
33 Cowper St N, Carrington NSW 2294, Australia
PubBarFamily restaurantHotelLiquor storePizza restaurantPizza Takeout
McDonald's King Street
McDonald's King Street
3.2 (1595 ratings)
Classic, long-running fast-food chain known for its burgers, fries & shakes.
Cnr King &, Steel St, Newcastle NSW 2300, Australia
Fast food restaurantBreakfast restaurantCafeCoffee storeFamily restaurantHamburger restaurantTakeout Restaurant

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Newcastle

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Newcastle Beach YHA
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4.2 (686 reviews)
Travellers Motor Village
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4.3 (328 reviews)
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