The Hill Travel Guide

Newcastle

A coastal cityscape at sunset with a staircase leading down to the beach.
A coastal cityscape with a prominent lighthouse on a hill, a beach, and modern buildings.
A pedestrian bridge with a unique design, a grassy park area, and a clear sky.
A pedestrian bridge with a railing, a sign with the number 19, and a view of the sea and cliffs in the background.
A boardwalk with people silhouetted against a sunset sky.

Stay near popular The Hill attractions

A large red brick church with multiple towers and a clock.

Christ Church Cathedral

8.4/10 (14 reviews)
Admire the Gothic façade, inspect the elegant war memorial and bring your kids to the fun events in Newcastle’s cathedral.
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Things to do

Port Stephens Dolphin Watching by Gray Line

Port Stephens Day Tour - Gray Line Sydney

฿4,154
per adult
Port Stephens Day Tour - Gray Line Sydney
Newcastle: True Crime Guided Walking Tour

Newcastle: True Crime Guided Walking Tour

฿789
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Newcastle: True Crime Guided Walking Tour
Newcastle Harbour Luncheon Cruise

Newcastle Harbour Luncheon Cruise

฿1,972
per adult
Newcastle Harbour Luncheon Cruise
Newcastle City Tour: Coastal Charms and City Secrets

Newcastle: Half-Day Sightseeing with Coastal Stops & History

฿2,319
per adult
Newcastle: Half-Day Sightseeing with Coastal Stops & History
Historic Morpeth Cruise with Wine and Local Produce Tasting

Historic Morpeth Cruise with Wine and Local Produce Tasting

฿2,777
per adult
Historic Morpeth Cruise with Wine and Local Produce Tasting
Picture 8 for Activity Maitland's True Crime Tour

Maitland's True Crime Tour

฿789
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Maitland's True Crime Tour
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Where to stay in The Hill

Find the best The Hill areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A pier extending into clear turquoise waters with people sunbathing and swimming.

Merewether

Unique features of Merewether include the beaches and bars. Make a stop by Merewether Beach or Merewether Ocean Baths while you're exploring the area.

A beach with a large rock arch, a sunset, and scattered rocks.
Photo by Glenn Rowley
Open Photo by Glenn Rowley

Caves Beach

Some popular features of Caves Beach include its beaches and restaurants. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Wallarah National Park or Lake Macquarie are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.

A beach scene viewed through a cave opening.
Photo by Lauren Abela
Open Photo by Lauren Abela

Swansea

While there might not be top attractions in Swansea, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Lake Macquarie and Belmont Golf Course.

Charlestown

Shopping, restaurants and spas are just a few things travellers enjoy about Charlestown. Check out Charlestown Square or Twin Creeks Reserve while you're exploring the area.

A modern cylindrical building with a grid-like facade, surrounded by a plaza with colorful planters and a café.

Newcastle City Centre

If you're spending some time in Newcastle City Centre, Newcastle Civic Theater and Newcastle City Hall are top sights worth seeing.

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