Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Pokolbin

"This 182-hectare oasis is the perfect spot for a picnic and is a quick 10-minute drive from the city centre. The playground is awesome and the peaceful pond and symphony of birdsong provide a sublime backdrop for lunch. There are picnic tables and barbecues aplenty, but if all you feel like is a drink and an ice-cream, there’s an on-site kiosk."

"One of Newcastle’s favourite playgrounds is located at Blackbutt Reserve (Carnley Avenue entrance). Designed for children ages 2 to 10, The Bower Bird playground will keep kids happy for hours. It features a large climbing structure, roundabout, see saw, a group swing, 2 slides and musical instruments."

"The Gardens are a place for the appreciation of nature and peaceful reflection…but they are also a place for families and fun. Our unique events like Snow Time and our Christmas Lights Spectacular bring generations together for a fun day out and feature our beautiful custom-built rides."

"The Hunter Valley Gardens is a vast landscaped park with 10 feature gardens spread out over 25 acres. Take a soccer ball for a kick around, or simply let the kids run free. In school holidays the Gardens have extended opening hours."

"Sitting pretty on the harbour’s edge, Nagisa is where fresh produce, traditional Japanese culture and modern techniques coincide, to deliver an unforgettable dining experience. Serving up sashimi, sushi and noodles, Nagisa’s impeccably designed restaurant, with draped linen and pendant lighting, spills out onto an alfresco setting which comes alive on balmy nights. For thrill seekers, take a seat at the teppanyaki bar, and be mesmerised by the talented chefs and intoxicating aromas of sizzling meats and fresh seafood."

"Arguably the best Japanese restaurant in Newcastle, Nagisa are very well known for their sushi, and excellent sashimi. So if that’s your thing, look no further. You won’t be disappointed."

"If you’re looking for some beats with your meats then Newcastle’s MEET restaurant on Darby St is a must-do dining experience in Newcastle. Located in the heart of the CBD MEET offers a New York style bar on one side and warehouse style restaurant space on the other. When it comes to the menu choose between either their seasonal list of seafood and meats or take their signature Churrasco experience."

"This famous restaurant in Newcastle brings you a tailored menu like no other. They cater to your very own preferred tastes and flavors. With that, they bring you farm-to-fork produce and premium wines."