8 Historic Sites in Newcastle That You Shouldn't Miss

August 12, 2021 Leonarda Pillsbury

Discover the best top things to do in Newcastle, Australia including Watt Street Wharf, Nobbys Head and Breakwall, World War One Memorial, The Obelisk, Railway Carriage Shed, Shepherds Hill Fort, Convict Lumber Yard, The Station, Newcastle.
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1. Watt Street Wharf

Wharf Road End of Boulton Street, Newcastle, New South Wales 2300 Australia
Excellent
36%
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55%
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9%
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4.5 based on 11 reviews

Watt Street Wharf

Reviewed By DestinationsJourney - Hunter Valley, Australia

This is a historically important spot in Newcastle, although most of it is now gone. This was the place of the first wharf, where coal was exported and ships unloaded cargo. Now it's a great spot to relax, have a nice walk and take in the views of Nobby's Headland, Stockton Beach and the Harbor.

2. Nobbys Head and Breakwall

Nobbys Beach, Newcastle, New South Wales 2300 Australia http://www.visitnewcastle.com.au/accommodation/nobbys-beach/22108
Excellent
75%
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24%
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4.5 based on 242 reviews

Nobbys Head and Breakwall

Reviewed By LawrenceDeCosta - Canberra, Australia

Lotsa good memories of the spit, beach, lighthouse and views of both beach side and harbour side, including tug boats pulling huge tankers out to sea.... And whales to top it off

3. World War One Memorial

96 Hunter Street, Newcastle, New South Wales 2300 Australia
Excellent
63%
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13%
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25%
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4.5 based on 8 reviews

World War One Memorial

4. The Obelisk

Wolfe Street, Newcastle, New South Wales 2300 Australia +61 2 4974 2000 http://www.newcastle.nsw.gov.au/Explore/History-Heritage/Heritage-attractions/Obelisk
Excellent
75%
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13%
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4.5 based on 8 reviews

The Obelisk

Reviewed By W4444ZOandrewh - Windaroo, Australia

A monument to the town water supply built on the first site, views to city and ocean from the top of the hill

5. Railway Carriage Shed

Wharf Road The Foreshore Park, Newcastle, New South Wales 2300 Australia
Excellent
44%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
25%
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4.0 based on 16 reviews

Railway Carriage Shed

6. Shepherds Hill Fort

The Terrace, Newcastle, New South Wales 2300 Australia
Excellent
29%
Good
53%
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18%
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4.0 based on 17 reviews

Shepherds Hill Fort

Reviewed By N1648FOdavid - Newcastle, Australia

we took our grandchildren to the fort and were overwhelmed by the park area and the views back towards Newcastle and beaches. If you are a keen photographer or just love scenic views and or a picnic this is a fabulous place to visit.

7. Convict Lumber Yard

98 Scott Street, Newcastle, New South Wales 2300 Australia http://historyservicesnswblog.blogspot.com/2012/11/convict-lumber-yard-at-newcastle.html
Excellent
24%
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12%
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53%
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12%
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3.5 based on 17 reviews

Convict Lumber Yard

8. The Station, Newcastle

Scott Street cnr Watt Street, Newcastle, New South Wales 2303 Australia +61 2 4962 9696 http://www.131500.com.au
Excellent
17%
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33%
Satisfactory
50%
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3.5 based on 6 reviews

The Station, Newcastle

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