Newcastle Travel Guide
Newcastle accommodation, Newcastle activities and attractions, Newcastle maps, transportation to and around Newcastle - the ALL NEW Jasons Newcastle Destination Travel Guide is your complete visitor guide for Newcastle.
The capital of
the Hunter Region, Newcastle is Australia's second oldest and sixth largest city, built around a large working port at the mouth of the Hunter River.
This modern beachside city boasts a spectacular coastline, rich Aboriginal and European heritage and a pleasant climate. It has ten of Australia's best beaches for surfing, surfcast fishing and swimming and the fabled Ocean Baths. A feature of the city is the harbour foreshore which has undergone stunning changes in recent years and is now a focal point for recreation in the Hunter. Newcastle is home to some fine entertainment venues, where you can see the very best of local, national and international performers.
Geographic Location
172km N of Sydney