Top Things to do in Nelson Bay
Top 9 Free Things to do in Nelson Bay, New South Wales
Discover the best top things to do in Nelson Bay, Australia including Nelson Head Heritage Lighthouse and Reserve, Fly Point, Gan Gan Lookout, Port Stephens Community Art Centre, Little Beach Reserve, Nelson Bay, D'Albora Marinas, Port Stephens Native Flora Garden, Nelson Bay Bowling and Recreation Club.
Restaurants in Nelson Bay
1. Nelson Head Heritage Lighthouse and Reserve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 512 reviews
Reviewed By 423peterm423
Interesting visit to the inner light house to see some of Port Stephens history and view of Shoal Bay and out the headlands.
2. Fly Point
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 170 reviews
Reviewed By orinoco72 - New South Wales, Australia
Great spot for seeing local fish and sea creatures , need good swimming-ability as it can be a strong current? Easy to park nearby, lovely beach close by too
3. Gan Gan Lookout
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 762 reviews
Reviewed By Y6333LUtimf - Campbelltown, Australia
Beautiful 360 degree view of nelson Bay and surrounds, could see down to Stockton beach across to the Myall Lakes and out to lemon tree passage.
4. Port Stephens Community Art Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 31 reviews
Reviewed By BeeeWilson
This is a beautiful community art centre where one is spoilt for choice. Great selection of art works and various mediums from paintings, sculpture, pottery, mosaics, jewellery, crochet, seeing and glass work to name a few. Prices very reasonable for quality art works. Pleasantly surprised. The gardens surrounding and cafe looked lovely to had I more time. Purchased a gorgeous pottery lighthouse by artist Roger Rigby.
5. Little Beach Reserve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 27 reviews
Reviewed By 339tk - Sydney, Australia
Probably one of the best spots in the area: the beach is sheltered, clean, surrounded by a large grassy area with tables and toilets/showers. On one side the "pelican area", on the other a kids' playground (plus a seafood restaurant for the adults). We spotted dolphins at about 20 metres from the beach, magical. There's a little shop selling fish and chips, burgers and ice cream. Otherwise you can walk up the hill and be at the lighthouse with its cafes.
6. Nelson Bay
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 22 reviews
Reviewed By andreahS2845KA
The area is developing a quite a pace but still there are a plethora of beautiful waterways and walking trails. Dotted with languid seaside villages the whole peninsula is really worth exploring.
7. D'Albora Marinas
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 505 reviews
D’ALBORA Marinas is the largest marina operator in Australia with seven marinas, offering exchange berthing rights and a premium service, while fostering a genuine sense of belonging within our community.
Reviewed By markpN4023ER - Terrigal, Australia
The title pretty much says it all. The marina area in the afternoon for sunset with the family is beautiful, it has a great family vibe plenty of cafes and restaurants, the marina pub is the best place for a few sundowners , it’s family friendly and the food is great, the staff don’t come any friendlier, you can find a great crepe van right at the end of the marina.
8. Port Stephens Native Flora Garden
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 14 reviews
9. Nelson Bay Bowling and Recreation Club
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 14 reviews
Reviewed By 977normaf - Swansea, Australia
We were staying close by for the weekend so went to the Marlin Restaurant at the Bowling Club. Had the fresh beer battered fish and vegetables and was very pleased with my selection. The fish was so fresh and the batter actually did have the beer flavour (have had plenty that didn't), the steamed vegetables were so fresh I thought they must of been from someone's garden and they were tastefully done in a butter sautéed ... My partner had the chicken and mushroom penne which was very tasty and fresh. Returned two nights later for the same fish and it was just as good as the first time! Good value for money, friendly helpful staff. Had a great view out over the marina and bay. Will definately be back again :)
