Swansea Heads Travel Guide
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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.

Merewether Ocean Baths
Bring your family to swim laps and enjoy the sun in these two pools filled with saltwater delivered by ocean waves.
Activities

Newcastle: Lake Macquarie Cruise with Lunch

Hunter Valley Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Flight with Bubbly Breakfast

Newcastle: True Crime Guided Walking Tour

Newcastle City Tour: Coastal Charms and City Secrets

Port Stephens: Stockton Sand Dunes 4WD Tag-Along Tour
Our pick of the best Swansea Heads Hotel Deals

Little National Hotel Newcastle
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Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025

Honeysuckle Executive Apartments
Great location, good parking, clean and comfortable rooms.
Reviewed on 6 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

The Executive Inn
Room didn't have enough towels for 3 people & hair in the shower. Apart from that excellent service.
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025

ibis Newcastle
The stay was nice and easy and staff were helpful.
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025

Holiday Inn Express Newcastle by IHG
The service was excellent
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Swansea Heads

Blacksmiths
Travellers like the beaches in Blacksmiths, and Blacksmiths Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Caves Beach
Some popular features of Caves Beach include its beaches and restaurants. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Lake Macquarie or Ghosties Beach are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.

Swansea
While there might not be top attractions in Swansea, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Lake Macquarie and Belmont Golf Course.

Belmont
Unique features of Belmont include the lake views and shopping. Make a stop by Blacksmiths Beach or Lake Macquarie while you're exploring the area.

Catherine Hill Bay
If you're spending some time in Catherine Hill Bay, Catherine Hill Beach and Moonee Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Toronto
Lake views, cafes and shopping highlight some of the notable features of Toronto. Make a stop by Lake Macquarie while you're exploring.
Swansea Heads Travel Guide
- Lake Macquarie
- Newcastle Beach
- Nobbys Head Beach
- Merewether Beach
- Blacksmiths Beach
- Westfield Kotara
- Foreshore Park
- Newcastle Showground
- Newcastle International Sports Centre
- Newcastle Ocean Baths
- Merewether Ocean Baths
- Magenta Shores Beach
- Horseshoe Beach
- Soldiers Beach
- Wyong Racecourse and Showground
- Magenta Shores Golf Course
- Watagans National Park
- Newcastle Civic Park
- Fort Scratchley
- Dixon Park Beach
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