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Ezy Kayaks Hawks Nest – guided kayak tours

Adventure and Outdoors Tours Cruises, Sailing and Water Tours Customised Extended Half Day or Less Nature and wildlife

Distance from: 14.4 kms | Price from: Not Available

Ezy Kayaks offer guided kayak tours, kayak hire and stand up paddleboard hire on the Myall River in Hawks Nest,...

Myall Coast Tours (starts mid-December)

Myall Coast Tours

Cultural and Theme Tours Full Day Half Day or Less Nature and wildlife Sightseeing Tours Walking and Biking Tours

Distance from: 12.7 kms | Price from: Not Available

Explore, discover and enjoy the stunning Myall Lakes and Barrington Coast. Tour with us to the hinterlands, see wild beaches,...

Dark Point, Myall Lakes National Park. Photo: Jodie Chalker/NSW Government

Dark Point Walking Track

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 24.6 kms | Price from: Not Available

This short stroll packs quite a punch with breathtaking coastal views leading to culturally significant Dark Point Aboriginal Place, near...

Canoeing on the Williams River Clarence Town

Canoeing at Clarence Town

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 23.9 kms | Price from: Not Available

The boat ramp at Bridge Reserve (adjacent to the Williams River Holiday Park) at Clarence Town is a great spot...

Gan Gan Hill Lookout

Gan Gan Hill Lookout

National Parks and Reserves Natural Attractions

Distance from: 13.0 kms | Price from: Free

Enjoy the spectacular views of beautiful Port Stephens and beyond from Gan Gan Hill Lookout located on Lily Hill Road,...

Karuah Nature Reserve

Karuah River National Park and Nature Reserve

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 3.3 kms | Price from: Not Available

Get back to basics and spend a relaxing weekend by the Karuah River in the Karuah National Park and the...

Sandboarding on Stockton Beach

Anna Bay

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 14.2 kms | Price from: Free

Just 20 minutes from Newcastle Airport and Nelson Bay, you’ll find the quiet surfing neighbourhood of Anna Bay which is...

Bennetts Beach at Hawks Nest

Bennetts Beach

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 15.6 kms | Price from: Free

Award-winning Bennett’s Beach is the most popular and easily accessed beach in the Myall River precinct of the Barrington Coast....

Jimmys Beach at Hawks Nest

Jimmys Beach

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 13.8 kms | Price from: Free

Jimmys Beach is sheltered from the ocean and protected from Summer Northeast winds making it an ideal place for kids....

Singing Bridge at Tea Gardens Hawks Nest

Singing Bridge

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 14.0 kms | Price from: Not Available

The Myall River is one of several beautiful rivers born in the hinterland of the Barrington Coast. Between the towns...

The Gallery, Galleries in the Gardens

The Gallery, Galleries in the Gardens

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Distance from: 13.3 kms | Price from: Free

The Gallery is home to the largest, ever-changing display of artworks by Galleries in the Gardens artists - from the...

Zebra shark sitting in peoples laps for a cuddle.

Irukandji Shark & Ray Encounters

Zoos, Sanctuaries, Aquariums and Wildlife Parks

Distance from: 12.6 kms | Price from: $41.00

Irukandji Shark and Ray Encounters are leaders in marine education, conservation and fun. This unique experience is unmatched by any...

View across dunes to people and a vehicle on Samurai Beach and a distant headland. Photo: Jim Cutler

Samurai Beach

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 15.1 kms | Price from: Not Available

Popular with Nelson Bay locals, this south-facing surf beach lies between One Mile Beach and the rugged coastline along Big...

Three people at the viewpoint of Tomaree Head Summit, looking at the coastline

Tomaree Coastal Walk

National Parks and Reserves Natural Attractions

Distance from: 16.5 kms | Price from: Not Available

Located on the traditional lands of the Worimi people, the 27km Tomaree Coastal Walk traverses an ancient volcanic landscape rich...

Karuah River

Karuah River

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 4.8 kms | Price from: Not Available

The Karuah River is renowned for its calm scenic beauty that's perfect for boating, paddleboarding, kayaking, fishing, swimming and scenic...

Yacaaba Headland walking track beach, Myall Lakes National Park. Photo: John Spencer

Yacaaba Headland Walking Track

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 15.7 kms | Price from: Not Available

Please note: Yacaaba Headland, in southern Myall Lakes National Park at Port Stephens/Hawks Nest, is temporarily closed while environmental and...

Cinema 3 at Nelson Bay Cinema

Nelson Bay Cinemas

Entertainment Venues

Distance from: 13.3 kms | Price from: $10.00

Since 1975, Nelson Bay Cinemas has been the go-to destination for movie lovers in the heart of Nelson Bay. For...

Fighter World Main Hangar and Entry

Fighter World

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Distance from: 22.0 kms | Price from: $11.00

Located at Newcastle Airport, Fighter World is a hands-on experience. Visitors can walk around, touch and view some of Australia’s...

Murrook Culture Centre

Murrook Culture Centre

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Distance from: 21.2 kms | Price from: Not Available

Murrook means “good” or “happy“ in the Gathang language.Walk with them and be immersed in what makes this region so...

Fish Feeding Daily @10:30 am

d’Albora Marina Nelson Bay

Entertainment Venues

Distance from: 13.3 kms | Price from: Not Available

d'Albora Marina Nelson Bay is the hub of Nelson Bay with specialty stores and waterfront dining.Located within walking distance of...

Port Stephens Great Lakes Marine Park

Port Stephens Great Lakes Marine Park

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 13.6 kms | Price from: Free

The Marine Park extends from Cape Hawke Surf Life Saving Club near Forster south to Birubi Beach Life Saving Club...

Clarence Town Museum

Clarence Town and District Museum

Galleries, Museums and Collections Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Distance from: 24.0 kms | Price from: Not Available

A former courthouse building (1869) is the site of a local history museum that focuses on Clarence Town as a...

Tomaree National Park signs. Photo: John Spencer

Fishermans Bay Foreshore

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 15.4 kms | Price from: Not Available

Fishermans Bay foreshore in Tomaree National Park is a wonderful place for a family day out by the sea. Featuring...

Little Mountain Campground, Karuah National Park. Photo: John Spencer/NSW Government

Karuah National Park

National Parks and Reserves

Distance from: 11.2 kms | Price from: Not Available

Get back to basics and spend a relaxing weekend by the river at Karuah National Park. Pack your mountain bike...

Fly Point – Halifax Park Aquatic Reserve

Fly Point – Halifax Park Aquatic Reserve

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 13.9 kms | Price from: Free

Fly Point is located between Nelson Bay and Little Beach with spectacular sweeping views of the Bay.Fly Point is a...

A man fishing on the beach in Worimi National Park. Photo: John Spencer © DPIE

Worimi National Park

National Parks and Reserves

Distance from: 15.0 kms | Price from: Not Available

Worimi Conservation Lands includes Worimi National Park along with Worimi State Conservation Area and Worimi Regional Park. Located near Newcastle,...

Macaw, encounter with bird

Port Stephens Animal Adventures

Zoos, Sanctuaries, Aquariums and Wildlife Parks

Distance from: 12.0 kms | Price from: $28.00

There’s some stuff to do and see from Newcastle to Nelson Bay but one of the best attractions is Port...

Myall River at Bulahdelah

Myall River

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 12.9 kms | Price from: Not Available

The Myall River is one of several beautiful rivers born in the hinterland of the Barrington Coast. As their crystal...

Dark Point, Myall Lakes National Park. Photo: Jodie Chalker/NSW Government

Dark Point Aboriginal Place

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Distance from: 24.4 kms | Price from: Not Available

The rocky headland of Dark Point, north of Hawks Nest and in the southern area of Myall Lakes National Park,...

Toboggan Hill Park

Toboggan Hill Park

Amusement and Theme Parks

Distance from: 12.1 kms | Price from: Not Available

Toboggan Hill Park is located among natural bushland off Salamander Way at Nelson Bay. There are several attractions at Toboggan...

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Splash Waterpark Nelson Bay

Amusement and Theme Parks

Distance from: 13.5 kms | Price from: $27.50

Splash Waterpark Nelson Bay offers the ultimate inflatable playground on water—an exciting challenge of agility, balance, and endurance, all set...

Zenith Beach, below Tomaree Head, Tomaree National Park. Photo: John Spencer © OEH

Tomaree National Park

National Parks and Reserves

Distance from: 15.2 kms | Price from: Not Available

Tomaree National Park provides a magnificent backdrop to the coastal villages of Nelson Bay, Shoal Bay, Fingal Bay, One Mile,...

Photo courtesy Marion Stuart

Brig O’Johnston Bridge

Landmarks and Buildings

Distance from: 24.0 kms | Price from: Not Available

The Brig O'Johnston Bridge sits over the Williams River at Clarence Town and was built in 1880 and is the...

Wellness day spa

The Wellness Path Holistic Day Spa

Spas and Retreats

Distance from: 13.2 kms | Price from: Not Available

The Wellness Path is a Holistic Healing Haven right in the heart of Port Stephens.Specialising in spa packages for groups,...

Pipers Creek picnic area, Myall Lakes National Park. Photo: John Spencer/NSW Government

Pipers Creek picnic area

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 17.4 kms | Price from: Not Available

Pipers Creek picnic area marks the southern gateway to Myall Lakes National Park, just north of Hawks Nest on the...

Port Stephens Community Arts Centre

Port Stephens Community Arts Centre

Galleries, Museums and Collections Historical Sites and Heritage Locations Parks and Gardens

Distance from: 13.9 kms | Price from: Free

The Gallery has a range of unique and beautiful items perfect for gifts or as a memento of your stay...

A dad, mum and 2 daughters bottle feeding two baby goats at the park

Oakvale Wildlife Park

Zoos, Sanctuaries, Aquariums and Wildlife Parks

Distance from: 17.6 kms | Price from: $37.00

Oakvale Wildlife Park gets you up close and personal to see, touch and feel a variety of animals as with...

Clubhouse Shot

Hawks Nest Golf Club

Entertainment Venues Sports and Recreation Facilities

Distance from: 15.4 kms | Price from: Not Available

Just an hour north of Newcastle, Hawks Nest Golf Club is a hidden gem, offering a perfect blend of championship-level...

LEGO Party

Bricks n Things LEGO Fan Space

Amusement and Theme Parks

Distance from: 11.0 kms | Price from: $5.00

These sessions offer a unique opportunity for children and parents alike to explore the world of building and construction using...

Safe for all ages

The Shark, Ray and all Creatures Rescue Centre

Zoos, Sanctuaries, Aquariums and Wildlife Parks

Distance from: 12.0 kms | Price from: $28.00

Pat, feed and play with sharks, rays, eels, turtles, Macaws, birds, lizards, snakes, insects, octopus and sheep! Memories to last...

Fingal Island and Point Stephens lighthouse walk, Tomaree National Park. Photo:OEH/NSW Government

Point Stephens Lighthouse and Fingal Island

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Distance from: 19.4 kms | Price from: Not Available

Point Stephens Lighthouse stands tall and elegant on Fingal Island with a view over the rocks of Fingal Bay. The...

Fort Tomaree walk

Fort Tomaree walk

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 16.0 kms | Price from: Not Available

This easy walk on a paved track around the lower slopes of Tomaree Head brings you face-to-face with local military...

Koala asleep in the heat

Tilligerry Habitat

National Parks and Reserves

Distance from: 7.3 kms | Price from: Free

Tilligerry Habitat is a nine hectare crown reserve in Tanilba Bay on the foreshore of beautiful Port Stephens. Tilligerry Habitat...

Outdoor Laser Tag Party Fun

Battlezone Laser Tag

Amusement and Theme Parks Sports and Recreation Facilities

Distance from: 17.6 kms | Price from: $49.00

Experience the best outdoor laser tag in Port Stephens with Battlezone Laser Tag – an action-packed adventure for families, school...

Wreck Beach walk

Wreck Beach walk

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 16.2 kms | Price from: Not Available

If you’re looking for a peaceful spot to soak up the serene marine splendour of Port Stephens, take this short...

Photo shows the inside of the store with a large round table and a range of products on display.

Charli Blue Collective

Entertainment Venues Shopping and Markets

Distance from: 13.3 kms | Price from: Not Available

Their storefront has a range of hand made and hand-crafted products from over 35 local artisans. They sell souvenirs, jewellery,...

Double Wharf picnic area, Karuah National Park. Photo: John Spencer/NSW Government

Double Wharf picnic area

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 10.8 kms | Price from: Not Available

If you want to get away from the hustle and bustle for the day, you couldn’t find a more peaceful...

Sun rising over Bennetts Beach, Hawks Nest

Hawks Nest Beach

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 15.5 kms | Price from: Free

Award-winning Hawks Nest Beach (also known as Bennetts Beach) is the most popular and easily accessed beach in the Myall...

Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary

Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary

Zoos, Sanctuaries, Aquariums and Wildlife Parks

Distance from: 14.4 kms | Price from: $19.00

An incredible opportunity to visit koalas in their natural habitat whilst contributing to koala conservation in Port Stephens. Meander through...

Visitors at the World War II gun emplacement at Fort Tomaree. Photo: J Spencer/OEH

World War II gun emplacements

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Distance from: 16.8 kms | Price from: Not Available

If you're interested in Australian military history, make sure you take the short walk along Fort Tomaree walk to Tomaree...

Mungo Rainforest walk, Myall Lakes National Park. Photo: John Spencer/NSW Government

Mungo Walking Track

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 17.0 kms | Price from: Not Available

Fascinating Mungo walking track, in Myall Lakes National Park, is a feast for the body, mind, and senses. A delightful...

Bowling Club

Clarence Town Bowling, Sport and Recreation Club

Sports and Recreation Facilities

Distance from: 23.8 kms | Price from: Not Available

Clarence Town Bowling, Sport and Recreation Club Ltd is a community venue for social and community forums, meetings, seminars and...

Our BBQ boats the Saucy Seagull and Pickled Pelican are ready at our jetty

Tea Gardens BBQ Boats

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 13.2 kms | Price from: $340.00

Enjoy a leisurely cruise along the Myall River in a custom designed BBQ boat! The Pickled Pelican can accommodate groups...

Disconnect to reconnect in our luscious landscape

Wellness Centre Port Stephens

Spas and Retreats

Distance from: 15.1 kms | Price from: Not Available

They are not a ‘day spa’. They are a centre of wellness. At their Wellness Centre, you can experience a...

Clarence Town School of Arts

Clarence Town School of Arts Hall

Landmarks and Buildings

Distance from: 23.9 kms | Price from: Not Available

Clarence Town School of Arts Hall was established in 1915 and is maintained by a small group of volunteers. The...

Couple enjoying a walk along Zenith Beach, Port Stephens

Zenith Beach

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 16.7 kms | Price from: Not Available

Zenith Beach, located in Tomaree National Park, is a picturesque and serene coastal haven. With its rugged headlands and pristine...

Coastal aerial of Fingal Beach in Fingal Bay, Port Stephens

Fingal Bay Beach

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 16.6 kms | Price from: Free

Fingal Bay Beach is a glorious white sand beach tucked under Fingal Head. This family-friendly, patrolled surf beach is perfect...

Tomaree Head Summit Walk

Tomaree Head Summit Walk

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 16.5 kms | Price from: Not Available

Take the invigorating short walk to the summit of Tomaree Head, 161 metres above the Port Stephens entrance. As you...

Black Oaks picnic area, Myall Lakes National Park. Photo: John Spencer

Black Oaks picnic area

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 17.0 kms | Price from: Not Available

After a morning paddling the tranquil river, you'll be ready for a break at Black Oaks picnic area in the...

Personalised luxury spa treatments seaside at Port Stephens leading day spa

Spa Lucca

Spas and Retreats

Distance from: 10.0 kms | Price from: Not Available

Spa Lucca at The Anchorage Port Stephens sits proudly amongst the world's finest spa list thanks to Harper's Bazaar, who...

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