Valentine Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Newcastle Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Newcastle Beach during your travels in Newcastle? Wander the waterfront in this family-friendly area.
Merewether Ocean Baths
Bring your family to swim laps and enjoy the sun in these two pools filled with saltwater delivered by ocean waves.
Foreshore Park
Explore the great outdoors at Foreshore Park, a lovely green space in Newcastle. Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its lively bars.
King Edward Park
Explore the great outdoors at King Edward Park, a lovely green space in Newcastle. Wander the waterfront in this family-friendly area.
Newcastle Civic Park
Explore the great outdoors at Newcastle Civic Park, a lovely green space in Newcastle. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.
Horseshoe Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Horseshoe Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Newcastle. Wander the waterfront in this family-friendly area.
Activities
From Newcastle: Hunter Valley Brewery Tour with Lunch
Eat And Drink Newcastle History Walking Tour
Newcastle Scavenger Hunt: Between River and Sea
Port Stephens: Stockton Sand Dunes 4WD Tag-Along Tour
Newcastle: Humpback Whale Watching Cruise and Harbor Tour
Our pick of the best Valentine Hotel Deals
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Reviewed on 17 Jun. 2024
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Reviewed on 11 Jun. 2024
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Reviewed on 13 Jun. 2024
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Reviewed on 17 Jun. 2024
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Reviewed on 12 Jun. 2024
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Reviewed on 16 Jun. 2024
Other neighbourhoods around Valentine
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Belmont
Unique features of Belmont include the lake views and shopping. Make a stop by Blacksmiths Beach or Lake Macquarie while you're exploring the area.
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Toronto
Lake views, cafes and shopping highlight some of the notable features of Toronto. Make a stop by Lake Macquarie while you're exploring.
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Warners Bay
Unique features of Warners Bay include the lake views and restaurants. Make a stop by Hunter Ice Skating Stadium or Lake Macquarie while you're exploring the area.
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Blacksmiths
Travellers like the beaches in Blacksmiths, and Blacksmiths Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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Swansea
While there might not be top attractions in Swansea, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Lake Macquarie and Belmont Golf Course.
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Charlestown
Shopping, restaurants and spas are just a few things travellers enjoy about Charlestown. Check out Charlestown Square or Twin Creeks Reserve while you're exploring the area.
- Places of interest
- Hotels Near Newcastle, New South Wales
- Which hotel chains are in Valentine?
- More holiday ideas
- Lake Macquarie
- Newcastle Beach
- John Hunter Hospital
- Nobbys Head Beach
- Merewether Beach
- University of Newcastle
- Norah Head Lighthouse
- Newcastle Showground
- Newcastle International Sports Centre
- Merewether Ocean Baths
- Maitland Showground
- Newcastle International Hockey Centre
- Westfield Kotara
- Blackbutt Reserve
- Watagans National Park
- Hunter Region Botanic Gardens
- Foreshore Park
- Stockton Sand Dunes
- Soldiers Beach
- Charlestown Square
- Dudley Beach
- Central Coast Hinterland
- King Edward Park
- Maitland Gaol
- Hunter Ice Skating Stadium
- Newcastle Civic Park
- Newcastle Museum
- Speers Point Park