A Locals guide
Food scene
Bustling environment with live music most nights. I can highly recommend their pizza and cocktails.
They also host Mermaids Cafe which is a great place for a coffee, smoothie, baked good or wood fire pizza.
95 locals recommend
Shoal Bay Country Club
35-45 Shoal Bay RdBustling environment with live music most nights. I can highly recommend their pizza and cocktails.
They also host Mermaids Cafe which is a great place for a coffee, smoothie, baked good or wood fire pizza.
A laid back and classy atmosphere meets your local pub. Trivia nights on Tuesdays are a hoot!
29 locals recommend
Cheeky Dog
147 Soldiers Point RdA laid back and classy atmosphere meets your local pub. Trivia nights on Tuesdays are a hoot!
A great place to grab a cocktail before heading to the restaurant for dinner. Not sure if it is open to the public thanks to Covid but worth inquiring
10 locals recommend
The Anchorage Port Stephens Hotel & Spa
26 Corlette Point RdA great place to grab a cocktail before heading to the restaurant for dinner. Not sure if it is open to the public thanks to Covid but worth inquiring
One of the best brunch spots in Port Stephens! Whether you book a table or stroll in for a take away juice or coffee, The Little Nel doesn't disappoint.
70 locals recommend
The Little Nel
7 Government RdOne of the best brunch spots in Port Stephens! Whether you book a table or stroll in for a take away juice or coffee, The Little Nel doesn't disappoint.
Walk in the door and enjoy the coastal ambience and smell of freshly-made coffee and breakfast goodies. Did I mention they also sell homewares? You cannot go wrong!
14 locals recommend
IN HOUSE Kitchen
41 Donald StWalk in the door and enjoy the coastal ambience and smell of freshly-made coffee and breakfast goodies. Did I mention they also sell homewares? You cannot go wrong!
Sightseeing
With spectacular views of all of Port Stephens this mountain hike is a must! Despite it being a mountain, the climb up is well paved with stairs and railings to help those who might loose their breath and balance.
85 locals recommend
Tomaree Head Summit walk
Shoal Bay RoadWith spectacular views of all of Port Stephens this mountain hike is a must! Despite it being a mountain, the climb up is well paved with stairs and railings to help those who might loose their breath and balance.
Shoal Bay
My favourite beach in the area
A great place to explore with a 4WD, go camel riding, hire a quad bike or camp over night. A wonderful natural marvel with great importance to the Worrimi people
22 locals recommend
Stockton Sand Dunes
A great place to explore with a 4WD, go camel riding, hire a quad bike or camp over night. A wonderful natural marvel with great importance to the Worrimi people
An amazing brand to get out on the water and see dolphins and whales. You can also organise a private hire of their boats to make a special occasion even more special
35 locals recommend
Imagine Cruises
6 Teramby RdAn amazing brand to get out on the water and see dolphins and whales. You can also organise a private hire of their boats to make a special occasion even more special
One of a set of more secluded beaches. It’s amazing but not patrolled by lifeguards so just be careful.
22 locals recommend
Zenith Beach Tomaree
1B Shoal Bay RdOne of a set of more secluded beaches. It’s amazing but not patrolled by lifeguards so just be careful.
A cool look into the areas colonial past. The journey is a little treacherous across the Fingal spit to the island so be sure to time your trip or else you’ll get stuck. Imagine Cruises host a walking eco tour which is a great way to see this stunning piece of history...if you are no so good at judging high and low tides
11 locals recommend
Port Stephens Lighthouse
Lighthouse TrailA cool look into the areas colonial past. The journey is a little treacherous across the Fingal spit to the island so be sure to time your trip or else you’ll get stuck. Imagine Cruises host a walking eco tour which is a great way to see this stunning piece of history...if you are no so good at judging high and low tides
An amazing vantage point to see migrating whales during whale watch season. Kingsley Beach is a great local spot known for its amazing rock pools too so be sure to bring your swimmers
22 locals recommend
Boat Harbour
An amazing vantage point to see migrating whales during whale watch season. Kingsley Beach is a great local spot known for its amazing rock pools too so be sure to bring your swimmers
A great family dolphin/whale watching cruise! Some evening cruises are available for a nice twilight dinner. Always best to check in and book ahead of time as they are very popular.
61 locals recommend
Moonshadow-TQC Cruises Boarding
A great family dolphin/whale watching cruise! Some evening cruises are available for a nice twilight dinner. Always best to check in and book ahead of time as they are very popular.
Adventures and Tours
A wonderful way to experience the natural surrounds. Whether you're a beginner or experienced rider, Sahara Trails caters for all.
24 locals recommend
Sahara Trails
9 Port Stephens DrA wonderful way to experience the natural surrounds. Whether you're a beginner or experienced rider, Sahara Trails caters for all.
A great place for the kids to check out some rescued marine life. Super educational and a great experience especially when it's raining.
60 locals recommend
Irukandji Shark & Ray Encounters
2 Jessie RdA great place for the kids to check out some rescued marine life. Super educational and a great experience especially when it's raining.
Another great one for the kids. It includes a mini petting zoo, camels and everyones favourite...KOALAS! A great activity as a family with an addition of a water park in the summer months.
64 locals recommend
Oakvale Wildlife Park
3 Oakvale DrAnother great one for the kids. It includes a mini petting zoo, camels and everyones favourite...KOALAS! A great activity as a family with an addition of a water park in the summer months.
A great way to see the Worimi Conservation Lands. Release your inner thrill seeker as you explore some of the largest coastal sand dune scapes in the world.
37 locals recommend
Quad Bike King Port Stephens
2130 Nelson Bay RdA great way to see the Worimi Conservation Lands. Release your inner thrill seeker as you explore some of the largest coastal sand dune scapes in the world.
A boutique private yacht charter that is a must for those wanting to experience the water in style. There are day charters out to Broughton Island which are lovely. A fancy way to enjoy Port Stephens
Blue Water Sailing
Corlette Point RoadA boutique private yacht charter that is a must for those wanting to experience the water in style. There are day charters out to Broughton Island which are lovely. A fancy way to enjoy Port Stephens