Top Things to do in Lake Macquarie
Top 10 Things to do in Lake Macquarie, Australia
Discover the best top things to do in Lake Macquarie, Australia including Speers Point Park, Caves Beach, Skydive Newcastle, Lost in the 50's Car Museum, Jet Buzz Watersports, Lake Macquarie City Art Gallery, Morisset Picnic Area, UnrealVR, Rathmines Park, Catherine Hill Bay Beach.
Restaurants in Lake Macquarie
1. Speers Point Park
Overall Ratings
5 based on 187 reviews
Reviewed By Elilyssar - Bundaberg, Australia
I could not believe how much cool stuff they have there. It is a council park so it is all free and there are no staff available. The park itself is huge, and it has stuff for really little kids up to tweens. They have a pool fence with gates all around the outside, but actually the area covered is so huge you could still lose your kid. It would be better if it were separated further into smaller sections. Otherwise - make sure you take a friend and have a ratio of 1:1 kid:adult.
There is a cafe there where you can sit in or takeaway coffee/ice-blocks but be warned it really is just for families.
2. Caves Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 82 reviews
Reviewed By simba6 - Australia
Lovely spot for the family. Seems to be plenty of parking spaces. Patrolled Beach, so safe for children. Caves to explore at low tide. Easy to get too and worth a visit. Showers to clean off the sand available near the car park.
3. Skydive Newcastle
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 97 reviews
Tandem skydive directly over the beach with Skydive the Beach and Beyond Newcastle and experience the widest blue yonder you'll ever know! Freefall from up to 14,000 feet over the beach and experience sensational coastal views of Newcastle and the stunning Lake Macquarie region like you've never seen before.
Reviewed By Emmadoris - Townsville, Australia
Huge thank you to Bill and Wayno.
I had arranged for my fiancé to go Skydiving, upon arrival he surprised me and let me know we would both be jumping. I am deathly afraid of heights, there were tears. Bill noticed I was nervous and took me aside to go over the process and my harness, he continued to chat to us until our instructors were ready. Once my instructor Wayno introduced himself he went over everything and made me feel super comfortable about falling 15,000ft. The view from the plane was incredible and terrifying at the same time, each time tears surfaced Wayno would distract me with random facts about Newcastle and surrounds, all the while strapping up the harness.
He talked me through the whole process of when we reach 15,000 ft and when we would jump. The door opened, the light turned green and the first guy jumped. I have never been more petrified. As we shuffled toward the exit and my feet were dangling from a plane I just closed my eyes and felt a slight push... The most unreal experience of my life. Literally falling toward the earth and it was just amazing, I felt completely safe the whole time.
100% would do it again and 100% recommend this to anyone. It was an amazing experience I got to share with my future husband and I cannot thank the skydive team, especially Bill and Wayno, enough for helping me to actually do this.
4. Lost in the 50's Car Museum
Overall Ratings
5 based on 48 reviews
Step Back in time to experience the life and times of the good old days in the USA circa 1950s. With over 65 cars on display, Boats, Motorbikes, Bicycles, trucks, Motorhomes, a 1954 Tram, and over 8000 memorobilia items from tv, household , toys, music, games. There is too much to list.You will have to come and see for yourself. Food and entertainment on site including a huge dance floor in the forecourt and our regular on site DJ playing all your favourite 50s and 60s classics. We only open 10 times per year and bookings are essential. Make this a MUST visit..You wont be dissapointed. Looking forward to seeing you all. The open days are listed on our website. Look forward to seeing you all soon.
Reviewed By shelley2320 - Maitland, Australia
I heard of this museum via word of mouth and I just have to say it is amazing.
It's not just classic American cars but lots and lots of memorabilia from these times! The cars are all in excellent condition and are a delight to view. Everything was displayed well and there was so much memorabilia that it was hard to absorb it all in one visit.
The museum is only open to the public one day a month, but definitely worth a visit.
Put it on your bucket list today!
5. Jet Buzz Water Sports
Overall Ratings
5 based on 30 reviews
JetBuzz offers Jet Boat Thrill rides in the Lake and Ocean, Boat Rentals & Paddle Boat Hire... Kayak & Stand up Paddle Board Hire and Sales, We recommend you call us to make sure we are open before coming in, We will open anytime for bookings but may close during quiet times or in poor weather, we are always open during school holidays and weekends. Visit us online or give us a call to book your next experience
Reviewed By loridianap
We had a superb experience hiring your high quality boat, Waters were beautiful and everything was dealt with in a professional manner.
We have hired boats in the hawksberry before, your boats are 10 times better and the price more than reasonable in comparison.
6. Lake Macquarie City Art Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 43 reviews
Lake Macquarie City Art Gallery is an exceptional cultural and tourist destination, widely recognised for its exhibition program and work with the community. Located on the shores of Australia's largest coastal saltwater lake, the leafy grounds include the award-winning gallery with state-of-the-art seminar facilities, a sculpture park, mosaic pathways, and the historic Awaba House Restaurant Cafe. Lake Macquarie is unique among regional galleries due to its location and quality of programming. Touring shows alternate with gallery-curated Exhibitions featuring nationally significant artists, many of whom share a connection with the Hunter. Contemporary visual arts, craft and design practice is the main focus of our Exhibitions, and respectful Aboriginal projects are a strong component of the program. The gallery can be reached easily via the lake foreshore cycleway, the water or by public transport. image caption: Janet Laurence,'Ghost',2009, glass, stainless steel, concrete, approx. 500 x 140 x 80cm, copyright the artist
Reviewed By frangipanni66
I have attended this gallery regularly and very impressed with the staff and their helpfulness! The exhibition changes regularly and at the moment the photographic display is excellent! Highly recommend! The Awaba House Restaurant and Cafe is next door and makes a pleasurable outing for singles, couples & families!
7. Morisset Picnic Area
Overall Ratings
4 based on 59 reviews
Reviewed By agabardo - Newcastle, Australia
Although there are signs everywhere in the are warning about avoiding feeding the Kangaroos, people do not respect the rule and keep feeding them with inappropriate kinds of food. Including bread and even lollies and candy. The roos are not able to process certain kinds of food. We regularly visit the place and last time there was very few animals.
8. UnrealVR
Overall Ratings
5 based on 21 reviews
Virtual Reality experiences for all ages. We have full room VR and a driving/flight simulator with motion platform. We offer all types of experiences! Come get up close with an 80ft whale while surrounded by sea-life while standing on the bottom of the ocean. Challenge yourself in a Virtual Puzzle Room or just fight some zombies with friends. Parties, corporate events and functions accommodated.
Reviewed By colleen S
Marion, thank you so much to you and your team for making our event so much better than expected. We knew the kids would have fun but it was just so much better because of the assistance and organisation you provided that ensured everyone had...MoreColleen Thanks for your business and feedback, it was fantastic hosting you. UnrealVR
9. Rathmines Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 30 reviews
Reviewed By littlerae0fsunshine - Maitland, Australia
This park is adjacent to the Catalina WWII Memorial & part of the old WWII RAAF Base when the Catalina Flying Boats were based there. Right on the lake & a lovely spot surrounded by historical buildings from war-time when over 3000 personnel were based there. Great spot for kids with BBQ's and picnic tables.
10. Catherine Hill Bay Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 35 reviews
Reviewed By Michael N - Lawson, Australia
Enjoy a visit to this historic village with a lovely unspoiled beach. Coal mining has been discontinued and the area is being re-habilitated.
The beach itself is quite long and the ambience is enhanced by the remnants of the coal loader at the southern end. The contrast enhances the experience. Access to the wharf is not allowed but you can examine the structures underneath which supported the railway line.
A very large subdivision is underway to the south of the village but fortunately it has a separate access point from the highway and hopefully won't change the character of this lovely village.
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