Top 10 Things to Do
Top 10 Things to Do
1. Warners Bay Foreshore
A vibrant village of shopping, cafes, and a shared pathway winding past playgrounds and creative sculptures. Enjoy a bike ride, paddle board, relaxing walk, view the sculptures, and walk out onto the public jetty for the perfect photo opportunity. 10 mins easy drive around the lakes edge or hire a bike and take a scenic 20 min cycle adventure on the Watagan Cycle Track. Your ride commences right out the front of your 4 star accommodation on the shared cycle and walking path following Cockle Creek down to Speers Point Park and the Lake Macqurie foreshore. From Speers Point park the cycle path winds along the northern tip of Lake Macquarie all the way to Warners Bay foreshore.
2. Speers Point Park
Speers Point Park is the city’s premier recreation space with lots of green open space, big shady trees, cafe, BBQs & picnic tables, shared pathways, a paved promenade, fenced dog exercise area, live performance space, and the all-abilities Lake Macquarie Variety Playground. The huge adventure playground featuring climbing equipment, slides, swings, and more. Speers Point Swim Centre is also located within the park along with the Speers Point public jetty. Take a BBQ to cook at the park and relax in the shade of the lush trees. The Lake Mac Ferry stops at the jetty with options for one way trips, return , all day pass, and a discounted family ticket. Lake Macquarie is 2 times larger than Sydney Harbour making the ferry another great way to start the day exploring only minutes away from your Macquarie 4 Star accommodation.
3. Coast XP
Experience the relaxed coastal lifestyle of Lake Macquarie aboard the Lake Explorer Tour. Cruise the many secluded bays, beaches and islands of Lake Macquarie from the best vantage point.
Phone: 1300 852 682 | Visit Website
4. Lake Macquarie Cruises
Step aboard the “M.V. Lady Mac” and let the friendly crew share their love of the lake with you. Equipped with a boom net, alfresco sun deck, and a foredeck which is the perfect location to spot dolphins riding our bow wave. Or catch the Lake Mac Ferry at Speers Point Park and choose your own adventure with a one way, return or all day tkt only minutes from your 4 star accommodation.
Phone: 02 4044 7000 | Visit Website
5. Jetbuzz Watersports
Perfect for those looking to have some fun and seeking adventure! SUP’s, Kayaks, Houseboats, jet boats and boat hire packages available.
Phone: 02 4972 1777 | Visit Website
6. Stockland Glendale
A hub of popular stores, cafe’s, and cinema just a short distance away. Featuring everything from groceries to jewelry, pharmacies and mainstream department stores.
Phone: 02 4954 9666 | Visit Website
7. Charlestown Square
A huge shopping centre containing over 70 stores; food halls, homewares, fashion and gift stores. Entertainment options range from a movie theatre to ten pin bowling and much more.
Phone: 02 4944 4333 | Visit Website
8. Lake Macquarie Sky Adventures
Exhilarating sky adventures for the adventurous! Choose from skydiving, helicopter rides, microlight flights and more.
Phone: 02 4944 9199 | Visit Website
9. Museum of Art & Culture Lake Macquarie
A lively place where people can connect with and be inspired by arts, culture and fresh ideas. Enjoy the onsite gift shop, Three Bears Cafe, and sculpture park.
Phone: 02 4921 0382 | Visit Website
10. Redhead beach
A beautiful patrolled beach featuring golden sand, stunning cliffs, rocky outcrops and picturesque photographic areas.
