Port Stephens Area Attractions

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Eco tourism trail starts here. Explore the Tilligerry Peninsula! The Tourist Information Centre can provide tourist brochures, maps & local history publications. Discover koalas i...more

A gorgeous white sandy beach surrounded by casuarina and eucalyptus trees. A very secluded spot with gentle waters making it a popular beach with families. Plenty of shaded picnic ...more

Gan Gan Hill is Port Stephens' highest and most accessible lookout. From a height of 160 metres one can see commanding views of the whole of Port Stephens, right through to Newcast...more

The markets are in the park next to the Port Stephens Community Arts Centre. Various types of handicraft stalls including art and pottery plus plants, and cakes. Picnic areas inc...more

Opened in 1993, the Port Stephens Winery is situated in the heart of the Tomaree Peninsula just two and a half hours north of Sydney and a short 15 minutes from Nelson Bay, and off...more

Little Beach is an ideal family beach setting in Nelson Bay. It sits in a small sheltered bay, and has piers for fishing and boating, barbeque facilities, a children's' playground,...more

The Monarch Historical Museum presents history interpreted through displays of artefacts including ancient armour, military uniforms, lady's memorabilia, photographs, toys, early A...more

The Australian Shark and Ray Centre is the only place in the world where you can stand in knee deep water with a group of sharks and hand feed them! Pat the largest species of st...more

This is a popular beach for walking the dog as it is the only dog friendly beach in Port Stephens very calm stretch of beach Popular for family picnics as plenty of shade wood BBQ'...more

The Fly Point-Halifax Park Aquatic Reserve was declared in January 1983. This reserve lies between Fly Point and Nelson Head, it extends from the mean high watermark to 500 metres...more

Multiple Heritage Award Winner! The Reserve: Nelson Head Lighthouse Cottage and Rescue Station Reserve, nestling within its white picket fence, is situated on a lawned headland ...more

The Point Stephens Lighthouse is hard to get to by land, but a rewarding experience none the less. While there are no tours, access is not restricted, so feel free to enjoy the wil...more

Located just 15 minutes from Nelson Bay, Port Stephens Go Karts offer a Go-Kart track and picnic area. We run six karts for 10 or 15 minute rides at any one time on a 400 metre l...more

At the Hunter Region Botanic Gardens in Heatherbrae, you can enjoy over 30 hectares of tranquil landscaped gardens, displaying the beauty and diversity of Australian native flora. ...more

Fighter World is a showcase of Australian Fighter and aircraft related history, providing a unique insight into the past and the present. Located adjacent to the entrance of Royal...more

The most fascinating house in Port Stephens. Built in 1831 by Lt. Caswell using convict labour, Tanilba House is one of the oldest historical homes in Australia. If you visit i...more

Bridges are not just functional, they can also be scenic and engineering attractions. Spare a few minutes to admire Hinton Bridge over Paterson River....more

The koala walk is a beautiful walk, which gives people the opportunity to see local koalas in their natural habitat. Meet at Tilligerry Habitat Shop, Tilligerry Plaza Shop 14. Bo...more

Toboggan run is set in 14 hectares of natural bushland. 50 toboggans on wheels. Powerful brakes to control speed. Maximum speed is approximately 40km/h. Capacity for 600 runs p...more

This scenic walk highlights 40 historical sites between Dutchman's Bay and Little Beach, including part of the original gravel road from Newcastle and the towns first cemetery wit...more

The National Park covers most of the coastline between base of Tomaree Headland and Fishermans Bay, which is an area of 2347ha. No camping permitted. Features: Scenic rugged coa...more

Bridges are not just functional, they can also be scenic and engineering attractions. Spare a few minutes to admire Dunmore Bridge over the Paterson River....more

Located at the crest of Fly Point Park, the Native Flora Gardens are tended by volunteer community members with the help of Ngioka Centre staff. The gardens have local and other A...more

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Dolphins in Paradise

Water need only be waist-deep to find the bottlenose dolphin fishing. Air-breathing, warm-blooded, intelligent and friendly, this fellow mammal is one of the best-loved creatures of the sea.... more

Whales in Wonderland

The first whale sightings of the year occur around mid-May. Weighing forty-eight tonnes, the humpback whale should be easy to find... more