Newcastle West Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Newcastle West
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.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Newcastle: Lake Macquarie Cruise with Lunch
Newcastle: True Crime Guided Walking Tour
Newcastle: Loop the Lake Cruise
Newcastle City Tour: Coastal Charms and City Secrets
Port Stephens: Stockton Sand Dunes 4WD Tag-Along Tour
Our pick of the best Newcastle West Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Express Newcastle by IHG
Friendly staff and good location.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Mercure Newcastle
Clean room and staff
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
ibis Newcastle
We arrived at 4pm and our room wasn’t ready but the lady at reception was super apologetic and gave us a complimentary beer and parking while we waited. Great for a stop over stay, decent location, you get what you pay for in terms of quality though
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Quest Newcastle West
The appartments was clean and of great quality. Had the best sleep experience in a while.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Quest Newcastle
Renovation delight, room recently renovated, great location really convenient for walking or tram. Staff always professional and kind.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Newcastle Central Plaza
Great size accommodation, equipment & cleanliness.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Newcastle West
Newcastle City Centre
If you're spending some time in Newcastle City Centre, Newcastle Civic Theater and Newcastle City Hall are top sights worth seeing.
Cooks Hill
Visitors to Cooks Hill enjoy its cafes, and if you want to do some exploring, Newcastle Art Gallery is worth a stop.
Bar Beach
Travellers like the beaches in Bar Beach, and Merewether Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Hamilton
Visitors to Hamilton enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Newcastle supa putt golf is worth a stop.
The Hill
The Hill is well liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Newcastle area, you might plan a trip to Newcastle City Hall or Newcastle Civic Theater.
Merewether
Unique features of Merewether include the beaches and bars. Make a stop by Merewether Beach or Merewether Ocean Baths while you're exploring the area.
