Best Ice Cream Shops in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter
From gelato in a cup to a classic waffle cone, here’s our list of ice cream parlours to get an ice cream or gelato in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and Hunter.
Bike at The Bay: Family Bike Rides in Port Stephens
Go for a family bike ride at The Bay. Here are two great bike rides to enjoy with kids starting from Shoal Bay in Port Stephens.
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.
Enjoy a Swim & Waterslide at Tomaree Aquatic Centre
Tomaree Aquatic Centre in Port Stephens is a great place to cool off on a hot day. It has a 50m pool, a kids pool, a wading pool plus a large waterslide.
Koala Spotting at Tilligerry Habitat in Port Stephens
If you’re looking for a unique day trip with the family, then head to Tilligerry Habitat, north of Newcastle. It’s one of the best places to spot koalas in the wild.
Get Up Close to Jets at Fighter World
If your kids love planes, take them to Fighter World near the Williamtown RAAF base. There’s lots of planes to see and exhibits to enjoy.
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.
Oakvale Wildlife Park: Get Up Close to Animals
Milk a cow, bottle-feed baby animals, ride a tractor-trailer and pat a koala. There’s so much fun for families at Oakvale Wildlife Park in Port Stephens.
Exploring the Stockton Bight Sand Dunes
We’re so lucky in Newcastle to be surrounded by natural beauty and right on our doorstep, you’ll find one of the most spectacular natural environments, the Stockton Bight Sand Dunes. It’s a great destination for a family day out.
Go Sandboarding in the Stockton Sand Dunes
Ever wanted to take the family tobogganing at the snow but found it just too far or too expensive? Well luckily, we have toboggan slopes … Read Article
A family day out at Port Stephens
There’s so many great spots in Port Stephens but Fingal Bay and Little Beach are some of my favourites for a family day out. A … Read Article