Highfields Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A coastal cityscape with a prominent cliff and a bridge.

Activities

Newcastle Harbour Luncheon Cruise

Newcastle Harbour Luncheon Cruise

AU$85
per adult
Newcastle Harbour Luncheon Cruise
Newcastle: Morpeth River Cruise with Local Produce Tasting

Newcastle: to Morpeth Cruise with Coach Return

AU$120
per adult
Newcastle: to Morpeth Cruise with Coach Return
Hunter River Discovery Cruise with Lunch and Devonshire Tea

Hunter River Discovery Cruise with Lunch and Devonshire Tea

AU$110
per adult
Hunter River Discovery Cruise with Lunch and Devonshire Tea
Port Stephens Dolphin Watching by Gray Line

Port Stephens Day Tour - Gray Line Sydney

AU$179
per adult
Port Stephens Day Tour - Gray Line Sydney
Newcastle: Half-Day Sightseeing with Coastal Stops & History

Newcastle: Half-Day Sightseeing with Coastal Stops & History

AU$100
per adult
Newcastle: Half-Day Sightseeing with Coastal Stops & History
Loop the Lake Cruise

Lake Macquarie: Loop the Lake Cruise with Lunch

AU$95
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Lake Macquarie: Loop the Lake Cruise with Lunch
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Our pick of the best Highfields Hotel Deals

Little National Hotel Newcastle

Little National Hotel Newcastle

4 out of 5
44 Honeysuckle Drive Newcastle NSW
The price is AU$204 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
AU$204
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
Little National Hotel Newcastle
QT Newcastle

QT Newcastle

4.5 out of 5
185 Hunter Street Newcastle NSW
The price is AU$233 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
AU$233
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
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 15 Nov to 16 Nov
AU$249
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking ...
NOAH'S On The Beach
The Executive Inn

The Executive Inn

4.5 out of 5
10 Rugby Road New Lambton NSW
The price is AU$209 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
AU$209
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 coffee shops/cafes. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
The Executive Inn
Jesmond Executive Villas

Jesmond Executive Villas

4 out of 5
189 Newcastle Road Jesmond NSW
The price is AU$93 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
AU$93
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Newcastle Beach and Allowah Street ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,997 reviews)
"Dirty, broken and bathroom was not good. Very dangerous for the kids"

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2026

Jesmond Executive Villas
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$179 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
AU$179
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Holiday Inn Express Newcastle by IHG
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Our guide on where to stay in Highfields

Find the best Highfields areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A beach with a large rock arch, a sunset, and scattered rocks.
Photo by Glenn Rowley
Open Photo by Glenn Rowley

Caves Beach

Some popular features of Caves Beach include its beaches and restaurants. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Wallarah National Park or Lake Macquarie are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.

An aerial view of a coastal area with a clear blue lagoon, a sandy beach, and a bridge connecting two land masses.

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.

A beach with clear water, a lifeguard tower, and a building labeled 'Merewether Ocean Baths'.

Merewether

Unique features of Merewether include the beaches and bars. Make a stop by Merewether Beach or Merewether Ocean Baths while you're exploring the area.

A vineyard with grapevines in front of a historic building with arched windows and a brick facade.

Newcastle City Centre

If you're spending some time in Newcastle City Centre, Newcastle Civic Theater and Newcastle City Hall are top sights worth seeing.

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.

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