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Port Stephens
Port Stephens, located in the north of Sydney, South Wales, Australia, is known as the "Blue Water Paradise", integrating fishing, whale watching, rowing, sandboarding, flying, and outdoor barbecues. It is about two and a half hours' drive from Sydney, and it is very convenient to come by car. 1. Dolphin and whale watching Dolphins and whales are the biggest highlights of Port Stephens. There are more than 90-120 bottlenose dolphins living here all year round. You can take a dolphin-watching cruise, dolphins will jump out of the water to greet you, and you can lean on the rails and play with them. Port Stephens is also a suitable home for thousands of whales. Every year from the end of May to the beginning of November, swarms of humpback whales will come and go here. They are huge, some weighing more than 40 tons. Take a seasonal whale watching cruise to see their adorable naivety! Fisherman's Bay and Anna Bay in the south are good whale and dolphin watching spots. 2. Port Attractions There are many viewing points in the port, and you can climb up and overlook any one of them, and have a panoramic view of the coastal scenery. The lighthouse in Nelson Point at the entrance of Port Stephens is still in play. The lighthouse is currently open to the public. There is a renovated small museum under the tower, as well as restaurants and canteens. Just a few minutes walk to the Flying Point Marine Conservation Area, overlooking the stretch of coastline. 3. Port Stephens Port Stephens has a vast sandy land with soft sand, making it a famous sandboarding paradise in the southern hemisphere! As far as the eye can see, the west of Anna Bay is a few kilometers of sand dunes, which are larger in the southern hemisphere. You can sign up for sandboarding, or you can take a quad bike or four-wheel drive to explore the Stockton Dunes.Campvale · 18.9 km from Wickham
Blackbutt Nature Reserve
Black Butt Sanctuary is a great place to have a picnic with the family! There are clean and convenient facilities and BBQ facilities, jungle gym for the kids. Many Australian animals can also be seen up close. There are also many wonderful bushwalking paths worth exploring.Kotara · 6 km from Wickham
Nobbys Beach
Newcastle East · 3.1 km from Wickham
Sydney Opera House
The Sydney Opera House is a symbol of Australia. It is recognized as one of the Seven Wonders of the 20th Century and is also a landmark in Sydney. Its white exterior, a shell-like sculpture built on the harbour, like scattered petals floating in the air, have for many years left observers in amazement. It houses a concert hall, a music theatre, a performance theatre, a children's theatre and a photography studio. Auctions, concerts and other events are held every month or even every week. △ Enjoy wonderful performances from all over the world △ Behind the scenes, walks, tours and experiences △ Admire the magnificent scenery of Sydney Harbor and enjoy a leisurely afternoon tea timeAustralia · Sydney
Nobbys Lighthouse
Newcastle · 3.6 km from Wickham
Merewether Beach
Mereweather beach is soft and delicate, the water is clear and translucent, and there is also a lifeguard service. Next to Glenrock Park, you can hike, and the viewing platform overlooks the entire bay~Merewether · 2.5 km from Wickham
Sydney Whale Watching Cruise
The Sydney Whale Watching Cruise is a unique local experience where travelers have the opportunity to observe whales up close. From May to November each year, tens of thousands of humpback whales migrate north from Antarctic waters, passing near Sydney: late June to early July marks the peak northbound period, while after September and October, mother whales with their calves can often be seen slowly returning south along the coastline. Popular whale watching itineraries usually depart from darling harbour or circular quay. The cruise is equipped with advanced facilities, allowing you to enjoy the sea journey without missing any whale watching opportunities.Australia · Sydney
Hunter Wetlands Centre Australia
Shortland · 8 km from Wickham
Strzelecki Lookout
The Hill · 2.1 km from Wickham
Richley Reserve
Newcastle · 5.7 km from Wickham
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Port Stephens
Campvale · 18.9 km from WickhamBlackbutt Nature Reserve
Kotara · 6 km from WickhamNobbys Beach
Newcastle East · 3.1 km from WickhamSydney Opera House
Australia · SydneyImmediate access, Book now for todayNobbys Lighthouse
Newcastle · 3.6 km from WickhamMerewether Beach
Merewether · 2.5 km from WickhamSydney Whale Watching Cruise
Australia · SydneyBook now for tomorrowHunter Wetlands Centre Australia
Shortland · 8 km from WickhamStrzelecki Lookout
The Hill · 2.1 km from WickhamRichley Reserve
Newcastle · 5.7 km from Wickham
What travellers say about Wickham
Lavender and SunApril 19, 2022
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Port Stephen has unscrupulous blue sea and blue sky, and a fresh environment. Come to Port Stephen, intoxicated with the relaxing outdoor environment, feel comfortable and comfortable leisurely holiday, and return to the embrace of nature.
Port Stephens
zhweieiNovember 19, 2020
4.0
Newcastle Beach The beach here is very close to the center. There is a swimming pool next to the beach. You can see the lighthouse in the distance. This beach is very wide and quiet. There are not so many people. It is also a good place to go from Sydney.
Nobbys Beach
露小茜October 13, 2026
5.0
The theater isn't very large, so the view from the second floor was excellent, and the actors' performances were very lifelike, with very interesting dialogue. Plus, the theater has a beautiful terrace with floor-to-ceiling windows; I took some lovely photos there in the afternoon!
Sydney Opera House
unipepperOctober 30, 2020
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As the sun sets, I see flying seagulls while strolling in the garden😁😃😄
Nobbys Lighthouse
Sammy.GJanuary 10, 2022
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Great iconic mereweather beach, good quality coffee and meals, with park benches and seating for lunch 😎🤙
Merewether Beach
Olga_QuestSeptember 30, 2026
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Amazing whale-watching experience in Sydney! 🐋I really enjoyed this experience from start to finish. The scenery and the whole environment were absolutely beautiful, and we were lucky enough to see a lot of whales! It was amazing watching them in their natural environment, and the experience was even better than I expected. Definitely a great activity to do while visiting Sydney, and I would happily recommend it to others!
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