Explore Tea Gardens and Hawks Nest by Bike!
Spend the day exploring Tea Gardens and Hawks Nest with your family.
Experience Historic Inner-City Newcastle Life at Miss Porter’s House
Visit Miss Porter’s House in Newcastle. The home and contents capture mid-twentieth century inner-city life in Newcastle.
Enjoy a Family Day Out in the Medowie/Raymond Terrace Area
It may not be the first place that comes to mind if you’re considering a day out with the family, but there are a few secret gems hiding in the Medowie/Raymond Terrace area to interest families with children of all ages.
Hunter Region Botanic Gardens: Fun Nature Day Out
Enjoy a family day out at Hunter Region Botanic Gardens. Plenty of kid-friendly activities like a small maze, cubby house, sensory squares & more.
The Best Family-Friendly Farm Stays near Newcastle
Whether you want a farm stay for your family or for a group, here are some farm stays near Newcastle to enjoy with kids. Choose from Upper Hunter, Sydney, Mid-Coast and Blue Mountains.
Swimming Lessons? Find Kids Swim Schools in the Newcastle Region
Looking for swimming lessons for your child? Here is a list of swim schools offering group lessons for kids of all ages.
Family Day Out: Bar Beach to Merewether Baths
This coastal route between Strzelecki Lookout and Merewether Beach is packed with kid-friendly stops, ocean swims and relaxed beach vibes.
Ride on a Steam Train at Richmond Vale Railway Museum (CURRENTLY CLOSED)
If you have a little train lover in your family, you can’t beat a visit to Richmond Vale Railway Museum. Enjoy steam ride train rides, play with signalling equipment and learn about the Richmond Main Colliery.
Get Moving on Redhead Pump Track in Lake Macquarie
Head to Redhead Pump Track in Lake Macquarie. The track is designed for beginners to expert riders, and is suitable for bikes, skateboards and scooters.
Explore Wangi Point at Lake Macquarie
Pristine bushland, beautiful water views and history. Wangi Point at Wangi Wangi in western Lake Macquarie has it all.
Explore Throsby Creek Walking Loop Through Carrington & Maryville
Enjoy a walk around Throsby Creek through Carrington Mangrove Boardwalk and include a play at the Drop in the Ocean playground in Maryville.
Enjoy the Pools at Lakeside Leisure Centre Year-Round
Lakeside Leisure Centre, located at Raymond Terrace, is a fantastic aquatic centre to take kids of all ages, especially babies and toddlers.
Walk Through Belmont Wetlands State Park
Wander through the wetlands. Belmont Wetlands State Park offers short, family-friendly walks through beautiful coastal bushland and wetlands.
Timber Playground at the Cressington Way Reserve in Wallsend
Cressington Way Playground in Wallsend features a cute timber playground.