The 10 Best Budget-friendly Things to do in Newcastle, New South Wales

August 30, 2021 Malia Yoakum

Discover the best top things to do in Newcastle, Australia including CoastXP, Newcastle Memorial Walk, Newcastle Afoot, Chase Limousines, Blackbutt Reserve, Fort Scratchley, Dark Stories, Newcastle Museum, Dudley Beach, Dixon Park Beach.
Restaurants in Newcastle

1. CoastXP

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5.0 based on 140 reviews

CoastXP

CoastXP is a premier Hunter Coast adventure boat experience! Ocean Enthusiast Dominic May and his team operate coastal sightseeing, whale watching (Jun - Nov), cruise and event-based tours departing daily from the Honeysuckle Foreshore showcasing the breathtaking coastline of Newcastle and Lake Macquarie from a custom-built boat.

2. Newcastle Memorial Walk

Memorial Drive, Newcastle, New South Wales 2300 Australia +61 2 4951 2603 http://www.newcastle.nsw.gov.au/about_newcastle/newcastle_memorial_walk
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5.0 based on 1,871 reviews

Newcastle Memorial Walk

Reviewed By dshah2018 - Newcastle, Australia

Spectacular views of Newcastle and its beaches. Brilliant design; from just a hill it has been transformed into a regular walking trek while giving a great tribute to the Australian WW1 diggers! Not to be missed..

3. Newcastle Afoot

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5.0 based on 89 reviews

Newcastle Afoot

Newcastle Afoot provides walking tours and local experiences that explore the past, present and future of Newcastle. Our tours are relaxed, informative and fun. We are a locally owned and operated tour business. The Seascapes to Laneways Walk introduces you to central Newcastle. See dramatic landscapes, learn about Aboriginal history and creation stories, find old and new architecture, and hear interesting tales.

4. Chase Limousines

Newcastle, New South Wales Australia +61 499 699 433 [email protected] http://chaselimousines.com.au/
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5.0 based on 86 reviews

Chase Limousines

Chase Limousines offers a Chauffeur driven Limousine hire in Newcastle and The Hunter Valley for Weddings, Formals, Vineyard tours, Airport and cruise terminal connections, Funerals, Hens & Bucks shows, Corporate events, Divorce parties, Kids parties, Event transport: Sporting and Concerts.

Reviewed By U7100FGelizabethn

Brendon was our driver for our wine tour for a hens party he was very thoughtful and took care of us !. Couldn’t have been any better would definitely recommend!

5. Blackbutt Reserve

Carnley Avenue, Newcastle, New South Wales 2289 Australia +61 2 4904 3344 [email protected] http://www.newcastle.nsw.gov.au/blackbutt-reserve/home
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4.5 based on 830 reviews

Blackbutt Reserve

Breathtaking wildlife exhibits, variety of flora and fauna, extensive range of nature trails and free entry makes for a great day at Blackbutt Reserve. An extensive boardwalk is featured throughout the wildlife exhibit providing easy pram and wheelchair access and viewing platforms. Guided tours and private animal encounters available (bookings essential). Our Kiosk provides tea/coffee, cold drinks and australiana souvenirs. Daily feeding times: 10.30am Wombat feast 10.45am Bird brunch 1.30pm Nocturnal nourish 2.00pm Koala dining Wildlife exhibits open 10am to 4.30pm daily. Closed on Christmas Day, Good Friday and before 1pm Anzac Day. Picnic facilities open 7am to 7pm daily. Weekend reptile show held at 11am, tickets available at the Kiosk.

Reviewed By debraleem2016 - Wallsend, Australia

Great place to go to for a walk a picnic or to see some amazing Australian wildlife. Plus it’s all free except for the parking and animal food. I love this place clean toilets bbq areas and safe playground equipment. Wheel chair friendly and lots to see. A great place to take overseas visitors

6. Fort Scratchley

Nobbys Rd, Newcastle, New South Wales 2300 Australia +61 2 4927 0889 http://www.fortscratchley.org.au/aboutus.html
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4.5 based on 784 reviews

Fort Scratchley

Reviewed By simonc721 - Munich, Germany

You can wander around the fort for free: there are some gun emplacements facing out to sea and three rooms describe the history of the fort (including how Newcastle was attacked by a Japanese submarine in WWII) and there are volunteers in army uniform around the site to explain things further. I also saw the 1pm cannon firing and did the paid ($12.50, 1h20m long) tunnels tour to see where the gunpowder and shells were stored and how firing the guns worked.

7. Dark Stories

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4.5 based on 120 reviews

Dark Stories

Take a walk on the dark side - revisit the scenes of the crimes. Dark Stories takes you on a True Crime journey back in time to rediscover the secrets of the dark past of the city streets around you. A leisurely 90 minute walking tour retracing the steps of the cities most infamous and seductive criminals. Meets at the corner of Scott St & Watt St, Newcastle; stories that the city tried to forget.

8. Newcastle Museum

6 Workshop Way, Newcastle, New South Wales 2300 Australia +61 2 4974 1400 [email protected] http://www.newcastlemuseum.com.au/
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4.5 based on 389 reviews

Newcastle Museum

Reviewed By bobbier461 - Sydney, Australia

The museum is fantastic, plenty to see and do. The exhibitions are fabulous, especially the coal and steel exhibitions. There is lots of hands on activities for kids and adults. The old Newcastle tram and train are great. It is free admission. The museum building itself is great, as is the Civic park in front of the museum. This is definitely a must do if visiting Newcastle.

9. Dudley Beach

Newcastle, New South Wales Australia
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4.5 based on 42 reviews

Dudley Beach

Reviewed By Andyjam2110 - Newcastle, Australia

Nice spot without the crowds of other places. Whether it’s a surf, fish, swim or walk through the bush to the rock pools it’s a great place to spend half the day.

10. Dixon Park Beach

Ocean Street, Newcastle, New South Wales Australia
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4.5 based on 33 reviews

Dixon Park Beach

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