Whether you’re looking for epic beach adventures, delicious food or anything in between, this list of the best things to do in Port Stephens will keep you busy for weeks!
If you’re the kind of person that loves having fun on gorgeous beaches, and is always looking for something extra to do on your holiday besides laying around reading a book, Port Stephens is the place for you.
Located only 2.5 hours north of Sydney, Port Stephens is a popular vacation spot for many Aussies, and it’s quickly growing a reputation with international travellers too.
The Port Stephens area consists of multiple different geographies and small towns. Nelson Bay is the main town, and you can find islands, wildlife reserves, mountains, and more all packed into the area.
You can even find the largest moving sand dunes in the Southern Hemisphere!
There’s also a cool local brewery you have to check out, amazing seafood restaurants, and great places to stay.
Mountains to Beaches to Sand Dunes – The Best Things to Do in Port Stephens
There are so many things to do in Port Stephens, and we’re happy to share some of our favourite activities in this coastal paradise.
From Sydney Harbour, you only have to drive a few hours north and you’ve reached the diverse and stunning Port Stephens and Nelson Bay area!
Our personal list of the best things to do in Port Stephens includes:
- Climb Tomaree Mountain for sunrise
- Go whale watching
- Explore the Stockton Sand Dunes, the largest moving sand dunes in the southern hemisphere
- Visit an award-winning brewery for lunch and drinks
- Ride a camel on the beach
- Enjoy the bustling food scene of Port Stephens and Nelson Bay
- And a whole lot more things to do!
Let’s get into it…
READ MORE: Make sure you check out our brand new Port Stephens Itinerary post to make the most of your time in the region.
1) Climb Tomaree Mountain for those Legendary Views
The Tomaree Head Summit Walk in Tomaree National Park offers the best views of Port Stephens.
It is steep (and slippery after the rain) so you may need to take your time to reach the summit. But anyone who can climb stairs can do this 2-kilometre return walk, and it’s definitely worth the effort.
The panoramic views from up there, 161 meters above sea level, will take your breath away.
If you own binoculars, you can take them out to try to spot marine life, especially whales between May and October.
If you only have time to do one thing on this list of the top Port Stephens activities, do…
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