Lake Macquarie

A coastal landscape with a large body of water, a small island, and a densely forested area with houses.
A wooden pier extending into calm water with a boat docked at the end.
An aerial view of a coastal town with residential areas, a marina, and a bay.
A lighthouse on a rocky shore with a clear view of the surrounding hills and calm sea.
A calm waterfront with boats, a concrete walkway, and a palm tree.

Things to do

Newcastle Harbour Luncheon Cruise

Newcastle Harbour Luncheon Cruise

£45
per adult
Newcastle Harbour Luncheon Cruise
Newcastle: Lake Macquarie Cruise with Lunch

Lake Macquarie: Cruise with Lunch on the Lake

£44
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lake Macquarie: Cruise with Lunch on the Lake
Newcastle: Half-Day Sightseeing with Coastal Stops & History

Newcastle: Half-Day Sightseeing with Coastal Stops & History

£52
per adult
Newcastle: Half-Day Sightseeing with Coastal Stops & History
Hunter River Discovery Cruise with Lunch and Devonshire Tea

Hunter River Discovery Cruise with Lunch and Devonshire Tea

£58
per adult
Hunter River Discovery Cruise with Lunch and Devonshire Tea
Newcastle: Morpeth River Cruise with Local Produce Tasting

Newcastle to Morpeth Cruise with Coach Return

£63
per adult
Newcastle to Morpeth Cruise with Coach Return
Picture 8 for Activity Maitland's True Crime Tour

Maitland's True Crime Tour

£18
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Maitland's True Crime Tour
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Novotel Sydney City Centre

Novotel Sydney City Centre

4 out of 5
Sydney Central Business District
Price was £2,784, price is now £2,474 per person
£2,474
per person
26 Dec - 1 Jan
found 18 hours ago
Return direct flight included
Manchester (MAN) to Sydney (SYD)
8.6/10 Excellent! (653 reviews)
I wish the hotel provided better coffee for the room. Instant just doesn’t work. The bed was great, the bathroom was good. Sam went above the call of duty in the lobby, making sure we were happy and very well informed on the sites to see etc. He is a real asset to the hotel.

Reviewed on 10 Nov 2026

Furama Darling Harbour

Furama Darling Harbour

4 out of 5
Haymarket
Price was £2,956, price is now £2,525 per person
£2,525
per person
26 Dec - 1 Jan
found 18 hours ago
Return direct flight included
Manchester (MAN) to Sydney (SYD)
8.4/10 Very good! (1,001 reviews)

Rydges World Square

Rydges World Square

4.5 out of 5
Sydney Central Business District
Price was £3,043, price is now £2,712 per person
£2,712
per person
26 Dec - 1 Jan
found 18 hours ago
Return direct flight included
Manchester (MAN) to Sydney (SYD)
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,349 reviews)
I liked that it was close to everything, shopping, eating places, public transportation only 3 blocks away, safe area to walk at night.

Reviewed on 10 Nov 2026

Tours & day trips

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From Sydney: Tandem Skydive Experience over Newcastle Beach

From Sydney: Tandem Skydive Experience over Newcastle Beach

Activity duration is 3 hours
7.4 out of 10 with 3 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is £195 per adult
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Newcastle: True Crime Guided Walking Tour

Newcastle: True Crime Guided Walking Tour

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
9.0 out of 10 with 34 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is £18 per adult
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Classes & workshops

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Lake Macquarie: Private Yacht Charter Package

Lake Macquarie: Private Yacht Charter Package

Activity duration is 2 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is £618 per traveller*
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Lake Macquarie

8.6/10 (868 reviews)
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Macquarie during your travels in Lake Macquarie. Wander the lakeside and beaches while you're in the area.
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Top Hotel Deals

Luxury Waterfront Home with pool and spa family and pet friendly.

Luxury Waterfront Home with pool and spa family and pet friendly.

Balcolyn NSW
Luxury Waterfront Home with pool and spa family and pet friendly.
Baywatch Waterfront Lake Retreat Private Jetty

Baywatch Waterfront Lake Retreat Private Jetty

Silverwater NSW
Baywatch Waterfront Lake Retreat Private Jetty
Wemberley Lakehouse- Absolute waterfront and pool

Wemberley Lakehouse- Absolute waterfront and pool

Wangi Wangi NSW
Wemberley Lakehouse- Absolute waterfront and pool
Seabreeze Lakeview Sunset Delight Lake Macquarie

Seabreeze Lakeview Sunset Delight Lake Macquarie

Sunshine NSW
Seabreeze Lakeview Sunset Delight Lake Macquarie
Waterfront Paradise Lodge Brightwaters

Waterfront Paradise Lodge Brightwaters

Brightwaters NSW
Waterfront Paradise Lodge Brightwaters
Cosy little cottage in Brightwaters NSW close to the shores of Lake Macquarie.

Cosy little cottage in Brightwaters NSW close to the shores of Lake Macquarie.

Brightwaters NSW
Cosy little cottage in Brightwaters NSW close to the shores of Lake Macquarie.
Waterfront Home Perfect For Families in Balmoral

Waterfront Home Perfect For Families in Balmoral

Balmoral NSW
Waterfront Home Perfect For Families in Balmoral
Catalina Bay - Absolute Lakefront - Jetty - Boat house on waters edge

Catalina Bay - Absolute Lakefront - Jetty - Boat house on waters edge

Fishing Point NSW
Catalina Bay - Absolute Lakefront - Jetty - Boat house on waters edge
Lake Palm Resort Luxury Waterfront on 3 acres

Lake Palm Resort Luxury Waterfront on 3 acres

Dora Creek NSW
Lake Palm Resort Luxury Waterfront on 3 acres
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