Swansea Heads Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

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Newcastle Beach

4.5/5(558 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Newcastle Beach during your travels in Newcastle? Wander the waterfront in this family-friendly area.

Newcastle Beach
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Merewether Ocean Baths

4.5/5(34 reviews)

Bring your family to swim laps and enjoy the sun in these two pools filled with saltwater delivered by ocean waves.

Merewether Ocean Baths
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Foreshore Park

4.5/5(146 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Foreshore Park, a lovely green space in Newcastle. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its lively bars.

Foreshore Park
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Newcastle Civic Park

4/5(4 reviews)

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.

Newcastle Civic Park
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King Edward Park

4.5/5(21 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at King Edward Park, a lovely green space in Newcastle. Wander the waterfront in this family-friendly area.

King Edward Park
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Fort Scratchley

4.5/5(22 reviews)

Take a guided tour of this Australian military base, learn about the region’s pre-fort history and explore an underground tunnel complex.

Fort Scratchley

Activities

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From Newcastle: Hunter Valley Brewery Tour with Lunch

AU$225
Per adult
From Newcastle: Hunter Valley Brewery Tour with Lunch
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Private full-day wine tour in the Hunter Valley

AU$495
Per adult
Private full-day wine tour in the Hunter Valley
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Eat And Drink Newcastle History Walking Tour

AU$95
Per adult
Eat And Drink Newcastle History Walking Tour
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Our pick of the best Swansea Heads Hotel Deals

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ibis Newcastle
3.5 out of 5
700 Hunter Street, Newcastle West, NSW
The price is AU$114 per night from 16 May to 17 May
AU$114
per night
16 May - 17 May
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy breakfast, WiFi, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Staff were great. Room was average for 200. I just booked a stay n Canberra with a 40 sq mtr room for 128 per night. Breakfast was ok but paying the extra 20 bucks, you would think that an espresso would be included in the price and not charge me 5 bucks extra Other than this, I slept well. Thanks ..."

Reviewed on 16 Apr. 2024

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The Executive Inn
The Executive Inn
4.5 out of 5
10 Rugby Road, New Lambton, NSW
The price is AU$158 per night from 16 May to 17 May
AU$158
per night
16 May - 17 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"It was close to everything we needed. Easy to get transport and had dinner in-house before going out."

Reviewed on 8 Apr. 2024

The Executive Inn
Rydges Newcastle
Rydges Newcastle
4.5 out of 5
Wharf Rd & Merewether St, Newcastle, NSW
The price is AU$199 per night from 12 May to 13 May
AU$199
per night
12 May - 13 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a waterslide. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
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Reviewed on 5 Apr. 2024

Rydges 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$199 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
AU$199
per night
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free parking, breakfast, and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Great over all!"

Reviewed on 18 Apr. 2024

NOAH'S On The Beach
Holiday Inn Express Newcastle, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Newcastle, an IHG Hotel
4.5 out of 5
514 King Street, Newcastle West, NSW
The price is AU$170 per night from 11 May to 12 May
AU$170
per night
11 May - 12 May
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! (841 reviews)
Good hotel with breakfast and paid parking
"Overall Good clean hotel with included breakfast. Some issues with service which if improved would have increased my rating: At check in was asked to pay for stay even though I had prepaid. Had to check my credit card before reception staff accepted this. Room amenities limited ?to save costs and ..."

Reviewed on 14 Apr. 2024

Holiday Inn Express Newcastle, an IHG Hotel
Crystalbrook Kingsley
Crystalbrook Kingsley
4.5 out of 5
282 King St, Newcastle, NSW
The price is AU$203 per night from 5 May to 6 May
AU$203
per night
5 May - 6 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (284 reviews)
"What an amazing place to stay!.. we will deifnatly stay again beautiful rooms,beautiful food, and fabulous cocktails with a beautiful view looking over newcastle"

Reviewed on 8 Apr. 2024

Crystalbrook Kingsley
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Other neighbourhoods around Swansea Heads

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Caves Beach

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

Caves Beach
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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.

Swansea
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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.

Belmont
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Catherine Hill Bay

If you're spending some time in Catherine Hill Bay, Munmorah State Conservation Area and Catherine Hill Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Catherine Hill Bay
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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.

Toronto
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Warners Bay

Unique features of Warners Bay include the lake views and restaurants. Make a stop by Lake Macquarie or Hunter Ice Skating Stadium while you're exploring the area.

Warners Bay

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