Newcastle
The world's biggest coal port turned surf city, with ocean baths cut into the rocks and a fort on the headland above them. Two hours north of Sydney and a great deal cheaper.
Things to do in Newcastle
Where to stay in Newcastle
Newcastle in a day, two days, three
Landmarks in Newcastle
Names and UNESCO status only. Ticks are yours and stay on this device.
From the airport
When to go to Newcastle: Oct or Nov or Dec or Mar
Guides about here
The best time to visit Australia by region, with the stinger season on the tropical coast, the Uluru heat that reaches 45 degrees and the reef's clear months.
Elise Kavanagh · 4 Sep 2026
Six day trips from Melbourne with honest driving times, including why the Great Ocean Road as a day tour is twelve hours and what to do instead.
Elise Kavanagh · 3 Sep 2026
The city centre trams are free and the weather changes four times a day. Works from about three, the indoor backups that matter, and what to skip.
Priya Nair · 2 Sep 2026
The best days in Sydney with children are nearly free and involve a boat. Works from about age three, with the pram routes and what to skip.
Priya Nair · 2 Sep 2026