The best family-friendly activities in Newcastle for parents and kids (Updated October 2026)
Encounter humpback whales in the wild, witness their playful behaviours and learn more about these fascinating giants of the deep from passionate local guides. Prebook...
$96
Port Stephens: Whale Watching Cruise
Port Stephens enjoys an excellent whale season and Moonshadow - TQC Cruises offer two great Whale Watching Cruise options lasting 2.5hrs. Departing from May to November...
$60
Book ahead for front-row views of the Hunter Coast and its marine life on this cruise from Newcastle. Save time and avoid missing out by...
$96
Newcastle Whale Watching Cruise
NOVA Cruises pioneered whale watching from Newcastle back in 2006. Join Newcastle's longest running most experienced operator for an unforgettable 2.5-3 Hour ocean voyage and...
$67
3 hour Whale Watch tour onboard 'Imagine', a 54ft Sailing Catamaran, purpose designed as a model for eco-tourism. She offers a covered foredeck as well...
$63
See the best of Newcastle in three hours aboard our comfortable mini-van. With a small group and a locals' route, you'll take in the coastline,...
$71
Discover a wilder side of Port Stephens as you journey beyond the usual sightseeing routes through the spectacular waters of the Port Stephens Marine Park....
$33
Experience sailing on our boutique Catamaran. We keep numbers to a minimum to ensure a wonderful experience. Our trained snorkel guides will be in the...
$71
Newcastle Harbour Luncheon Cruise
Enjoy all the sights Newcastle Harbour has to offer as we cruise the working port and picturesque foreshore. See the harbours coal loading facilities, tug...
$60
Enjoy a professional wine tasting with a dedicated member of our staff, followed by a satisfying Ploughman's lunch and relax on the balcony overlooking the...
$32
Enjoy a wine and cheese tasting with a dedicated member of our staff. Wine tasting are conducted on the wrap around balcony overlooking the vineyard...
$21
Escape the city and explore Australia’s countryside on our immersive day tour from Newcastle. Discover the charm of historic towns like Morpeth and Dungog, where...
$174
Award-Winning Boutique Winery: Taste hand-crafted wines from Cael’s Gate, proudly made with minimal intervention and sourced from premium vineyards in Hunter Valley and beyond Triple...
$28
Port Stephens: Dolphin Discovery Cruise
Enjoy a 1.5-hour afternoon dolphin-watching cruise that takes you directly to the best spots for sightings of wild bottlenose dolphins. Learn about the playful creatures...
$33
Newcastle Dark Stories True Crime Tour
Take a Walk on the Dark Side... Dig deep into Newcastle's hidden past as this grand old town's skeletons beg to come out of the...
$24
You will have the opportunity to: • Sit in a real fighter jet • Explore the many weapons, radars, ejection seats and artifacts on display...
$15
