Drinks & Nightlife
Good mixed crowd, and Australia's largest selection of craft beers.
45 locals recommend
Grain Store Newcastle
64-66 Scott StGood mixed crowd, and Australia's largest selection of craft beers.
Honeysuckle
26 Honeysuckle DrLarge selection of restaurants and bars on the harboour.
Reserve
102 Hunter StAward winning wine bar with a large selection of quality wines.
FogHorn Brewhouse
218 King StQueens Wharf Hotel
150 Wharf RdHoneysuckle Hotel
Honeysuckle DriveEssentials
FoodWorks
60-62 Scott StFood Scene
Kiwi Waffle 'n Cones
40 Zaara StDelicious ice cream!
Scratchleys on the Wharf
200 Wharf RdDelicious seafood and wine selection with a view!
Darby Street
Darby StreetGreat selection of restaurants, boutiques, and cafes.
Good Brother Espresso Shop
40 King StBest coffee in Newcastle!
Estabar
61 Shortland EsplanadeGreat coffee and fantastic food with a view!
Scottie's
36 Scott StDelicious fish and chips!
Rustica Newcastle Beach
1 King StDelicious high end restaurant with gorgeous views.
Napoli Centrale Pizza Bar
173 King StBest pizza in Newcastle.
Merewether Surfhouse
5 Henderson ParadeDrinks and food with an unparalleled view and vibe.
Parks & Nature
Bogey Hole
Shortland EsplanadeConvict built ocean pool.
Beautiful park with stunning view of the ocean and city.
9 locals recommend
King Edward Park Playground
York DriveBeautiful park with stunning view of the ocean and city.
Nobbys Beach
Nobbys RdNewcastle Beach
Bar Beach
Sightseeing
Fort Scratchley
3 Nobbys RdHistoric fort and museum with free entry.
Nobbys Lighthouse
Anzac Memorial Bridge
24 Memorial DrA wonderful place for a walk to take in the views.
Arts & Culture
The Lock-Up
90 Hunter StNewcastle Art Gallery, Darby St station
Shopping
Breakaway Surf Newcastle
116 Hunter StA wonderful, breezy food and craft market. It's only on once a month, so check the dates.
23 locals recommend
The Olive Tree Market
Darby StreetA wonderful, breezy food and craft market. It's only on once a month, so check the dates.