Bar Beach Travel Guide
Newcastle
Popular places to visit
Newcastle Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Newcastle Beach during your travels in Newcastle? While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Merewether Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Merewether Beach during your travels in Merewether? Savour the area's bars and restaurants.
Blacksmiths Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Blacksmiths Beach during your travels in Belmont? Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in the area.
Foreshore Park
Foreshore Park is just one of the places to see in Newcastle, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its lively bars.
Newcastle Ocean Baths
Snap photos of the art deco pavilion and two large pools that make up one of the city’s most iconic structures.
Horseshoe Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Horseshoe Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Newcastle. Wander the waterfront in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Newcastle: True Crime Guided Walking Tour
Newcastle: Lake Macquarie Cruise with Lunch
Lake Macquarie: Cruise and Guided Nature Walk with Lunch
Lake Cruise and Nature Walk in Lake Macquarie
Newcastle City Tour: Coastal Charms and City Secrets
Top hotels in Bar Beach
Little National Hotel Newcastle
Free parking
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
The Executive Inn
Great staff and helpful, clean room very comfortable beds
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Rydges Newcastle
Would have given it 5 stars but the hallways smelt from room service trays being left in the hallways. Staff were fantastic as was the pool and waterslide.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Honeysuckle Executive Apartments
Loved everything about it
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Jesmond Executive Villas
Great location and very comfortable but cleanliness left a little to be desired Was great for what we needed for and the staff were awesome
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Express Newcastle by IHG
Early check in was most appreciated. Paying extra for bigger room was well worthwhile. Special mention to Linda and Riley for friendly and excellent service.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Bar Beach
Cooks Hill
Visitors to Cooks Hill enjoy its cafes, and if you want to do some exploring, Newcastle Art Gallery is worth a stop.
The Hill
The Hill is well liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Newcastle area, you might plan a trip to Newcastle City Hall or Newcastle Civic Theater.
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.
Newcastle West
Check out the restaurants, shopping and waterfront views while spending some time in Newcastle West. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighbourhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like Newcastle Civic Theater or Newcastle City Hall.
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.
Hamilton
Visitors to Hamilton enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Newcastle supa putt golf is worth a stop.
