Popular places to visit
Newcastle Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Newcastle Beach during your travels in Newcastle? While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Merewether Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Merewether Beach during your travels in Merewether? Savour the area's bars and restaurants.
Blacksmiths Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Blacksmiths Beach during your travels in Belmont? Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in the area.
Foreshore Park
Foreshore Park is just one of the places to see in Newcastle, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its lively bars.
Newcastle Ocean Baths
Snap photos of the art deco pavilion and two large pools that make up one of the city’s most iconic structures.
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.
Things to do
Newcastle: Lake Macquarie Cruise with Lunch
Hunter Valley Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Flight with Bubbly Breakfast
Newcastle: Hunter Valley Wine, Gin, Cheese & Chocolate Tour
Lake Macquarie: Cruise and Guided Nature Walk with Lunch
Newcastle: True Crime Guided Walking Tour
Newcastle: Loop the Lake Cruise
Top hotels in Hexham
Little National Hotel Newcastle
Parking was easy; hotel rooms smal but nice
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
Rydges Resort Hunter Valley
Room was great. Staff were great.
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
The Executive Inn
Rooms were clean but seemed a little out dated.
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Express Newcastle by IHG
Great price, cheap parking & breakfast included. The location is good, the rooms are fine and the hotel is clean and well presented. The staff are excellent. Definitely recommended !!
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Jesmond Executive Villas
Great location and very comfortable but cleanliness left a little to be desired Was great for what we needed for and the staff were awesome
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
Rydges Newcastle
Room was clean needs a paint or refinish
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Hexham
Wallsend
The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit Wallsend. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit Blackbutt Reserve and Newcastle International Sports Centre, a few notable attractions nearby.
Mayfield
Mayfield is well liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like Newcastle International Sports Centre and Newcastle Showground if you have time to explore the area.
New Lambton
Unique features of New Lambton include the restaurants and spas. Make a stop by Blackbutt Reserve or Newcastle International Sports Centre while you're exploring the area.
Broadmeadow
Visitors to Broadmeadow enjoy its bars, and if you want to do some exploring, Newcastle Showground is worth a stop.
Hamilton
Visitors to Hamilton enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Newcastle supa putt golf is worth a stop.
Newcastle West
Check out the restaurants, shopping and waterfront views while spending some time in Newcastle West. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighbourhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like Newcastle Civic Theater or Newcastle City Hall.
