Newcastle

With its laid-back lifestyle, stunning beaches, creative culture and great dining scene, there are plenty of reasons to visit Newcastle.

If Newcastle’s stunning coastline, friendly locals and laid-back attitude weren’t enough to entice you to visit, the seaside city’s burgeoning creative culture might just do it. With an ever-growing list of places to explore, things to do, places to eat, Member benefits and options to stay - check out our list of suggestions below and delve into the best of what Newcastle has to offer.

Get out and explore

Hunter River Newcastle my nrma local guides

Newcastle - Local's guide

Uncrowded beaches, hip bars, a rich history and a vibrant arts and music scene mark the former steel town of Newcastle as a city on the rise.

Hunter Valley - Local's guide

Rolling hills, dense bushland and sprawling acerage - the Hunter Valley is New South Wales's most established wine region. 

Dining Newcastle

Hotel Delany, Bar Petite, MonneyPenny and more offer NRMA Members discounts with the my nrma app.

Road trip: Sydney to Port Stephens

Port Stephens is just 3 hours away from Sydney but has so much to offer. 

The Historic Village of Wollombi Hunter Region

A dry run through the Hunter Valley

Ten things a teetotaller can do in the picturesque NSW wine region.

Port Stephens at the forefront of WWll

Today, Port Stephens is an idyllic holiday spot, but it was an integral part of Australia's war effort.

Forster Beach Forster Credit Destination NSW

Foster to Parrmatta

If beautiful blue waters, secret beaches and spectacular surf are your idea of a good road trip, there's no better way to get your fill than by traversing along the Pacific Coast Highway.

Six places to go this long weekend

From wine tasting in the Hunter Valley, to an adventure at a Royal National Park - there's something for all.

Treetop Adventure Park

Within the beautiful site of Blue Gum Hills Regional Park, enjoy an experience high in the trees.

Newcastle Skydiving

Discover the magic of Newcastle from up above with a 15,000ft tandem skydive.

Hunter Valley Wine Tours

Browse a range of wine tours and more to see the best of this premier wine region.

Newcastle car batteries

Free delivery and installation for Members, worth $60.

NRMA discount applies

NRMA Stockton Beach Holiday Park

Stockton – Newcastle, NSW