OVERVIEW
As Australia's sixth largest city, Newcastle offers an abundance of exciting sightseeing activities and fun things to do for the young or the young at heart. With pristine world class white sandy beaches that rank amongst the world's best this small coastal city will capture your heart with its panoramic views and divine beauty. Newcastle is distinctive and unique.
THINGS TO DO
- Take a memorable wander around Bathers Way, past historical sites and around the city's major beaches.
- Have a coffee or take a stroll along Darby Street, the city's main street for cafes and art galleries with specialty and boutique shopping.
- Visit Fort Scratchley, a historic landmark that was built in the 1800's and the only fort in Australia to have engaged the enemy in a maritime attack during WW2. Fort Scratchley is a fascinating piece of Newcastle's past, overlooking Newcastle's magnificent coastline and iconic Nobbys headland. Now you can walk though and taste the history in the concrete walls yourself with tours running at various times daily.
- Go on a Wine & Cheese tasting day trip to the Hunter Valley, located just 40 minutes out of Newcastle, the home of the Hunters vineyards.
- Enjoy the native flora and fauna at Blackbutt Reserve situated six kilometers from Newcastle's Central Business District, open from 7a.m daily. Walk though and take in the full picturesque serenity of the reserve or stop in and make a day of it with the family. A must see for kids or any nature lover with dozens of things to see and do.
WEBSITES
Browse the following websites for more information on what Newcastle has to offer
http://www.newcastle.nsw.gov.au/discover_newcastle http://www.australiaeguide.com.au/newcastle.php
http://www.visitnewcastle.com.au/pages.asp?code=501 http://www.sydney-
http://www.winecountry.com.au/
