Hunter
The Hunter is the gateway to the legendary North Coast and is renowned for its gourmet food and wines, pristine beaches, cosmopolitan centre of Newcastle, and the legendary Lake Macquarie.
Allow the authentic country charm of the Hunter Valley and its world class wineries and fresh local produce to overwhelm your senses as you pass through this regional wonderland. Go surfing in the region’s legendary beaches, discover the wonders of time ago at the iconic Fort Scratchley, browse the many art galleries and boutiques in Newcastle city or set sail on the largest coastal saltwater lake in Australia, Lake Macquarie.
Top 5 Legendary Highlights
Hunter Valley Vineyards
There are over 120 wineries in The Hunter and is home to many of Australia’s iconic wines. Enjoy a romantic picnic in the wineries, dine at the award winning restaurants, view the region from a hot-air balloon at sunrise or sample the complimentary wine tastings at one of the legendary vineyards.
The Beautiful Lake Macquarie
At 24km long, Lake Macquarie is ideal for sailing, water sports and scenic walks along the shore line with the picturesque Watagan Mountains setting the backdrop for this legendary region.
Hunter Valley Gardens
Spanning over 60 acres, be amazed by the sensational sights, colours, and fragrances of the ten stunning feature gardens. Explore each garden one-by-one and enjoy an exciting journey through the thousands of flowers, trees, and shrubs with an air of discovery at every turn.
Merewether Beach
Merewether is a suburb of Newcastle, New South Wales, located 3 km from Newcastle’s central business district. Today it is a popular surf beach and desirable residential area. Merewether Beach also runs along the southern coastal strip and includes the Merewether Ocean Baths.
Stockton Sand Dunes (Worimi Conservation Lands)
Part of the traditional landscape of the Worimi people, this co-managed park is located just 30 minutes drive from Newcastle the 32 kilometres of rolling sand dunes at the legendary Stockton Sand Dunes provides a natural wonderland for any tourist interested in sand boarding, camping, four-wheel driving or discovering the many treasures hidden beneath the shifting sands along the Stockton Bight. Located in both the Hunter and Mid North Coast Regions.
Local Tourism Associations
Visitor Information Centres
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228-234 Pacific Highway
Swansea, NSW 2281
1800 802 044
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361 Hunter St
Newcastle, NSW 2300
(02) 4974 2999
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The Maritime Centre
Honeysuckle Drive
Newcastle
Open Open Tuesday to Sunday
1800 654 558
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Sandgate Road
Shortland, NSW 2307
(02) 4951 6466
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455 Wine Country Drive
Pokolbin, NSW 2320
(02) 4990 0900
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6-18 John St
East Mailtand, NSW 2323
(02) 4936 6482
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110 High Street
Maitland, NSW 2320
(02) 4931 2800
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173 Swan St
Morpeth 2323
(02) 4933 2612
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198 Dowling Street
Dungog, NSW 2420
(02) 4992 2212
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7 Ogilvie Street
Denman, NSW 2328
(02) 6547 2799
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87 Hill St
Muswellbrook, NSW 2333
(02) 6541 4050
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Vennacher Street
Merriwa , NSW 2329
(02) 6548 2607
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Corner of Kelly Street and Susan Street New England Highway
Scone, NSW 2337
(02) 6545 1526
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27 Denison Street
Gloucester , NSW 2422
(02) 6558 1408
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113 Mayne Street
Murrurundi, NSW 2338
(02) 6546 6446
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New England Highway
Singleton, NSW 2337
(02) 6571 5888
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