Thornton Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

Maitland Regional Art Gallery

Maitland Regional Art Gallery

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Maitland Regional Art Gallery in Maitland. Discover the area's wineries or seek out the bowling alleys.

Maitland Regional Art Gallery
Maitland Gaol

Maitland Gaol

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Maitland Gaol during your travels in Maitland. Discover the area's wineries or seek out the bowling alleys.

Maitland Gaol

Maitland Showground

Enjoy an outing to Maitland Showground during your stay in Maitland.

Maitland Showground

Hunter Region Botanic Gardens

Explore the great outdoors at Hunter Region Botanic Gardens, a lovely green space in Maitland. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the spas in the area.

Hunter Region Botanic Gardens

Walka Water Works

Explore the great outdoors at Walka Water Works, a lovely green space in Maitland.

Walka Water Works

Maitland Hospital

If Maitland Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Maitland.

Maitland Hospital

Activities

Newcastle: Lake Macquarie Cruise with Lunch

Newcastle: Lake Macquarie Cruise with Lunch

AU$70
per adult
Newcastle: Lake Macquarie Cruise with Lunch
Cheeses of the World Masterclass

Cheeses of the World Masterclass

AU$39
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cheeses of the World Masterclass
Hunter Valley Horse Ride - 90 Minutes -Vineyard & Mountain Views

Hunter Valley Horse Ride - 90 Minutes -Vineyard & Mountain Views

AU$145
per adult
Hunter Valley Horse Ride - 90 Minutes -Vineyard & Mountain Views
$19pp Hunter Valley Cheesemakers Lunch - includes 4 cheeses

Skip the Line: Handmade Cheese, Fruit Paste & Gourmet Bread & Wafers Lunch

AU$25
per adult
Skip the Line: Handmade Cheese, Fruit Paste & Gourmet Bread & Wafers Lunch
Discover Newcastle Coastal Charms and City Secrets

Newcastle City Tour: Coastal Charms and City Secrets

AU$100
per adult
Newcastle City Tour: Coastal Charms and City Secrets
From Pokolbin: Picnic and Wine Tasting

Pokolbin: Picnic & Wine Tasting at Audrey Wilkinson Vineyard

AU$95
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Pokolbin: Picnic & Wine Tasting at Audrey Wilkinson Vineyard
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Our pick of the best Thornton Hotel Deals

Rydges Resort Hunter Valley

Rydges Resort Hunter Valley

4 out of 5
430 Wine Country Drive, Lovedale, NSW
The price is AU$265 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
AU$265
17 Nov - 18 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Lovedale. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,010 reviews)
"Family friendly, breakfast service one of the best I've been to, well managed for peak period, worth a try. Option of a dayspa and gym is great, poolside QR code ordering from the menu. A great place to stay with young kids - school holiday program with abundance of activities."

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

Rydges Resort Hunter Valley
Little National Hotel Newcastle

Little National Hotel Newcastle

4 out of 5
44 Honeysuckle Drive, Newcastle, NSW
The price is AU$172 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
AU$172
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (524 reviews)
"Great hotel. Great room. Quiet."

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

Little National Hotel Newcastle
Rydges Newcastle

Rydges Newcastle

4.5 out of 5
Wharf Rd & Merewether St, Newcastle, NSW
The price is AU$250 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$250
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)
"Very friendly and helpful staff"

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

Rydges Newcastle
Holiday Inn Express Newcastle by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Newcastle by IHG

4.5 out of 5
514 King Street, Newcastle West, NSW
The price is AU$169 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
AU$169
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews)
"My parents had a great stay. Nice rooms, convenient location and tasty breakfast"

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Holiday Inn Express Newcastle by IHG
QT Newcastle

QT Newcastle

4.5 out of 5
185 Hunter Street, Newcastle, NSW
The price is AU$225 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
AU$225
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (409 reviews)
"Hotel was very quirky and staff were brilliant. The downside was that gym is not actually in hotel but you use one down the street. Also they charge for parking which becomes expensive for longer term stays. Rooftop bar had excellent views over the waterfront."

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

QT Newcastle
NOAH'S On The Beach

NOAH'S On The Beach

4 out of 5
Cnr Shortland Esplanade and Zaara Street, Newcastle East, NSW
The price is AU$249 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$249
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,011 reviews)
"Parking was the only issue, had to pay while waiting for an available spot."

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

NOAH'S On The Beach
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Other neighbourhoods around Thornton

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Beresfield

When in Beresfield, you can plan a visit to Hunter Region Botanic Gardens and Pambalong Nature Reserve, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Beresfield
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Chisholm

Chisholm might not have many top sights, but Wallalong House - Hunter Valley Wedding Venue and Maitland Showground are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Chisholm
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Woodberry

While Woodberry isn't home to many top sights, Hunter Region Botanic Gardens and Hexham Swamp Nature Reserve are some notable places to visit nearby.

Woodberry
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Metford

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Metford and surrounding area, you can visit Maitland Gaol and Maitland Showground.

Metford
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Tarro

While Tarro may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Hunter Region Botanic Gardens and Hexham Swamp Nature Reserve.

Tarro
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East Maitland

Shopping and restaurants are highlights of East Maitland. Make a stop by Maitland Gaol or Stockland Green Hills Shopping Center while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Metford Station to get around town.

East Maitland

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