What to do and see in Greater Newcastle, New South Wales: The Best Free Things to do

April 15, 2022 Terina Blouin

Discover the best top things to do in Greater Newcastle, Australia including Ivanhoe Wines, Tomaree Head, Leogate Estate Wines, Newcastle Memorial Walk, Harkham Wines, Tyrrell's Wines, Peterson House, Piggs Peake Winery, Scarborough Wine Co, Samurai Beach.
Restaurants in Greater Newcastle

1. Ivanhoe Wines

525 Marrowbone Rd, Pokolbin, Cessnock, New South Wales 2320 Australia +61 2 4998 7325 [email protected] http://www.ivanhoewines.com.au
Excellent
89%
Good
9%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 531 reviews

Ivanhoe Wines

Premium Wines from a boutique Hunter Valley vineyard. Enjoy the exceptional service and stunning views. Ivanhoe's Covid-19 Strategy - Please be assured that our team at Ivanhoe are taking every precaution to ensure your health and safety. We have upgraded our hygiene procedures as necessary, we have implented Social Distancing, as we only accept small groups. The glasses, tables and chairs are cleaned thoroughly and often after every use. The same friendly and knowlegdeable service is given. Flatten the Curve.

Reviewed By raule4444 - Sydney, Australia

We would like to thank the team at Ivanhoe wines for making us feel so welcome our first time we were taken care of by sommelier Matt who was very knowledgeable and personable also brilliant with our doggie Archie, we became members! Second time Tracey owner/manger welcome us and we were so well looked after by Kirsty Paula and Nathalie and all loved Archie!! Ivanhoe will always be a great reason to come back to the Hunter Valley!!

2. Tomaree Head

Tomaree National Park 2 Shoal Bay Rd, Shoal Bay, Port Stephens, New South Wales Australia +61 422 372 273 http://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/things-to-do/walking-tracks/fort-tomaree-walk
Excellent
83%
Good
16%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 719 reviews

Tomaree Head

Reviewed By DebB123123 - Lismore, Australia

Paved path up the hill for about 600m with some seating for rests, then you can go sideways for 650 m to see the WW11 bunker which was just an empty shell and not worth it, or walk up to the summit, it does have sections of steep metal stairs with narrow steps, but then more gentle areas to get your breath back before the next stairs. The path wraps around the hill near the top to give great views of the coast and 2 viewing platforms at the top where I saw 2 whales and a pod of dolphins, well worth the effort

3. Leogate Estate Wines

1693 Broke Rd, Pokolbin, Cessnock, New South Wales 2320 Australia +61 2 4998 7499 [email protected] http://www.leogate.com.au
Excellent
85%
Good
11%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 376 reviews

Leogate Estate Wines

The beautiful Leogate Estate offers visitors an elegant and sophisticated cellar door, a beautiful restaurant serving dry aged angus beef and a truly magnificent wedding and function venue.

Reviewed By FarmerJohn45 - Singleton, Australia

Some friends came up from Sydney for a special occasion and we chose to go to Leogate for Lunch - what a great choice!! Our table was by a large window, looking out over lawns and the vineyard, with ducks wandering about and kangaroos in sight as well on the neat lawns. From the time we were seated the excellent service began, with water offered initially then the menus and drinks all seamless and unobtrusive. When our food arrived it all lived up to our expectations and was picturesque, tasty and filling, then the desserts--- O Boy! they were worth the visit in themselves, each of us received a work of art as well as a fantastic, flavourfull and generous platefull. Not cheap but certainly worth the money for a great lunch experience in wonderful surroundings.

4. 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
Excellent
80%
Good
18%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

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..

5. Harkham Wines

266 De Beyers Rd, Pokolbin, Cessnock, New South Wales 2320 Australia +61 2 4998 7648 [email protected] http://Www.harkhamwine.com.au
Excellent
94%
Good
4%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 415 reviews

Harkham Wines

Reviewed By 426kiml - Sydney, Australia

My favourite place to vist in the Hunter Valley. The wine is delicious and from now on I will need a constant supply of that amazing chocolate liqueur in my fridge. The staff are so friendly and down to earth - the recommendations they sent through after I made a cellar door booking was a really nice touch as well. Every other cellar door visit in the Hunter Valley was disappointing compared to this one.

6. Tyrrell's Wines

1838 Broke Rd, Pokolbin, Cessnock, New South Wales 2320 Australia +61 2 4993 7000 [email protected] http://www.tyrrells.com.au/
Excellent
68%
Good
20%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
1%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 309 reviews

Tyrrell's Wines

"Nothing is great unless it is good" is the mission statement that has guided Tyrrell's Wines for over 150 years; and since Edward Tyrrell established the winery in 1858, we have continued to produce premium wine from what are now some of the oldest vineyards in the world. Tyrrell's is one of Australia's oldest family owned wineries. We produce some of the country's most renowned wines, including the iconic Vat 1 Semillon, and since 1971 our wines have been awarded over 5,500 trophies and medals. Tyrrell's Wines is a proud member of Australia's First Families of Wine and along with our original, historic vineyard in Hunter Valley, we have expanded into other premium Australian wine regions like Heathcote, VIC and the Limestone Coast, SA. Wine Tastings and Winery Tours Visit Tyrrell's Wines' historic cellar door and vineyards in the Hunter Valley and immerse yourself in over 150 years of award winning winemaking tradition. Join us for our daily winery tour and experience our historic red cellar, see the ironbark hut that was the original home of Edward Tyrrell and learn about how our wines are made. After the tour, enjoy a wine tasting showcasing the best of our regional wines. Whether you enjoy red wine, white wine or anything in between, you will be sure to find something you love - from the iconic varieties of the region like Semillon, Shiraz and Chardonnay right through to our premium Fortified and Sparkling wines. Visit us in the Hunter Valley Located 2 hours from Sydney, our cellar door is open 7 days a week. Visit us and indulge in some great Australian wine from one of the country's most historic wine regions.

Reviewed By 883eugenel

Still looks identical to my previous visit over 10 years ago and they certainly maintain their humble persona. Excellent iconic wines and my only disappointment was they ran low on stock of some of the good ones due to increased demand with COVID. I went with friends who were members so I did experience a premium tasting experience which was lovely.

7. Peterson House

Corner of Broke and Wine Country Drive, Pokolbin, Cessnock, New South Wales 2320 Australia +61 2 4998 7881 [email protected] http://www.petersonhouse.com.au/
Excellent
60%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
4%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 833 reviews

Peterson House

Peterson House is the first stop often taken when visiting the Hunter Valley vineyards. Located at the gateway of the Hunter, the picturesque property is home to the largest array of sparkling wines in the region.​ Our Cellar Door boasts over 40 varieties of red and white sparkling wine to taste, plus we have a wide range of souvenirs inspired by our motto ... “Life’s Flat Without Bubbles”.

Reviewed By davidmA5726TN - Sydney, Australia

The weather was perfect and we shared some oysters, three very tasty entries (the crunchy prawn tacos were truest awesome ????) and a few glasses of bubbles out on the deck. Great way to end a great short break in the Hunter Valley

8. Piggs Peake Winery

Hermitage Road Hunter Valley, Pokolbin, Cessnock, New South Wales 2335 Australia +61 2 6574 7000 [email protected] http://www.piggspeake.com/
Excellent
75%
Good
16%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
2%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 334 reviews

Piggs Peake Winery

Reviewed By naomibL1322TF

This was my favourite winery in the Hunter Valley!! Enjoyable wines, fantastic staff that are very passionate and informative. We spend two hours there and Alex looked after us and made the experience unforgettable.

9. Scarborough Wine Co

179 Gillards Rd, Pokolbin, Cessnock, New South Wales 2320 Australia +61 2 4998 7563 [email protected] http://www.scarboroughwine.com.au/Visit-Us-/Gillards-Road
Excellent
81%
Good
16%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 451 reviews

Scarborough Wine Co

Please be aware that we are generally unable to take walk-in groups over 8 people if not booked prior to arrival.

Reviewed By Tezalon

Scarborough's wine tasting experience has to be among the best in the region. Small bottles of your chosen wine package, together with a small cheese plate - means you can have a quick slurp and take the rest of the bottle away with you! Kelly was our host and gave us a great overview of each wine, together with an interesting history of the winery - she was quite delightful and very engaging. The vineyard itself is quite beautiful and we thoroughly enjoyed our tasting experience. Thanks Kelly!

10. Samurai Beach

NSWNPWS Signs clearly state all campers must have a camping toilet NSWNPWS also clearly state no fires, Port Stephens, New South Wales Australia
Excellent
59%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
3%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 37 reviews

Samurai Beach

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