Top 10 Kid Friendly Things To Do and Attractions in Nelson Bay

"Blackbutt Reserve is 182 hectares of natural bushland just outside the city, that offers a haven of nature trails, outdoor activities and treetop walkways, as well as the chance to get up close and personal with some of Australia’s most famous wildlife. The exhibits include koalas, kangaroos, wombats and possums, as well as an array of fantastic bird life in the trees above. A great family day out."

"Home to all kinds of amazing animals and interesting wildlife exhibits, the ever-popular Blackbutt Reserve can be found fifteen minutes’ drive southwest of the center. As well as seeing classic Australian critters up close, there are also playgrounds, picnic areas and bushwalking trails on offer. Since the 1960s, the reserve and its residents have delighted locals and tourists alike."

"With superb views up the coast, Merewether Beach is perhaps the most well-known beach in Newcastle, particularly due to it being the home of international surfing competition, Surfest. On any given morning, Merewether Beach and the surrounding cafes are packed with parents juggling coffee, sandy-haired kids, surfboards, dogs on leash all while catching up or reading the paper."

"A popular surf beach, Merewether is popular with surfers and strong swimmers. Most families with young kids head to the most southern edge of the beach as it’s more protected by the Merewether Ocean Baths."

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"A favourite with many local families, Islington Park offers tons of fun activities for kids. With lots of fun equipment a well as a scooter track, Islington Park is a great playground for kids of all ages. There’s things to climb over and under, around and through including a climbing structure, play equipment with slides, a boat and a colourful sculpture."

"Shannon Hartigan is an international award winning professional landscape photographer who is completely self-taught. In 2009, Shannon quit his job to focus on photography full time and a few months later opened his first Gallery in Newcastle. Three years later the business outgrew the space and he opened his current Gallery at 91 Hunter Street."

"100% vegan and cruelty free café, located in the quiet streets of Minmi. They’ve gained a pretty dedicated following since opening in March 2016, and you’ll understand why when you taste their food/drinks. They even donate 100% of their tips to the heroes over at Sea Shepherd."

"Pickled & Pressed believe in natural, local, sustainable and nourishing food. Wanting to create a wellness hub for happy, healthy people, Pickled & Pressed offer a range of wellness education programs and events which empower people to live fun, healthy and amazing lives in harmony with the planet. Those programs cover topics such as sustainability, ethical investing, energy efficiency, permaculture, raw food preparation, fermentation classes and cooking classes on delectable desserts."