Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Newcastle travel guide

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You're Going to Love Newcastle

With a population of 308,308, Newcastle is a must-see destination in New South Wales, Australia. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Newcastle deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in Newcastle

If you’re looking for affordable options, Harbour Bar (1 Honeysuckle Dr unit 18) and Coal & Cedar (382 Hunter St 380) are great picks.

When to visit Newcastle

Newcastle in June
Estimated hotel price
$83
1 night at 3-star hotel
Newcastle in June
Estimated hotel price
$83
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Newcastle in January, when the average temperature is 71.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 78.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 46.4 °F, with an average temperature of 53.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in March, when precipitation is around 4.7″. In contrast, November is usually the driest month of the year in Newcastle, with an average rainfall of 2.4″.

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How to Get to Newcastle

Plane

When flying to Newcastle, you’ll arrive at Newcastle Williamtown (NTL), which is located 10 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Newcastle from the United States departs from Seattle and takes around 28h 24m.

Car

Another option to get to Newcastle is to pick up a car rental from Sydney, which is about 73 miles from Newcastle. You’ll find branches of No Birds and Turo, among others, in Sydney.

Plane

When flying to Newcastle, you’ll arrive at Newcastle Williamtown (NTL), which is located 10 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Newcastle from the United States departs from Seattle and takes around 28h 24m.

Car

Another option to get to Newcastle is to pick up a car rental from Sydney, which is about 73 miles from Newcastle. You’ll find branches of No Birds and Turo, among others, in Sydney.

Airports near Newcastle

NTLNewcastle Williamtown
SYDSydney Kingsford Smith

Airlines serving Newcastle

Lufthansa
Good (8,147 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,541 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,126 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,447 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,010 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,476 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,258 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,627 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (947 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,015 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,747 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,630 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,887 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,360 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,481 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,422 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,417 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,574 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,294 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (3,010 reviews)
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Where to stay in Newcastle

From 5-star hotels such as the Crystalbrook Kingsley to great affordable options like the The Oriental Hotel, Newcastle offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $84 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $118 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Newcastle, with prices from $40 to $617 per night. Newcastle CBD is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Newcastle are about 50% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Newcastle

Most booked hotels in Newcastle

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Little National Hotel Newcastle
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, 867 reviews)
$96+
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Wallsend on Longworth
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 313 reviews)
$211+
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NOAH'S on the beach
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 4148 reviews)
$114+
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Reign Inn Newcastle
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1358 reviews)
$86+
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Mercure Newcastle
4 stars
Good (7, 2479 reviews)
$85+
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ibis Newcastle
3 stars
Good (6.6, 2568 reviews)
$72+
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Renting a car in Newcastle

Renting a car in Newcastle costs $55 per day, on average, or $111 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 13% more expensive than at Newcastle Williamtown.

Expect to pay $4.54 per gallon in Newcastle (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $54.51 and $72.68. Intermediate (Class Intermediate Car or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Newcastle, while also 35% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Newcastle costs $55 per day, on average, or $111 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 13% more expensive than at Newcastle Williamtown.

Expect to pay $4.54 per gallon in Newcastle (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $54.51 and $72.68. Intermediate (Class Intermediate Car or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Newcastle, while also 35% cheaper than other types, on average.

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