Motorsport Coastal Drive: Sydney to Newcastle

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165.1KM / 102.6MI (Est. travel time 2 hours)

Motorsport fans can celebrate this November when two major international events unfold on some of the most spectacular coastlines of NSW.

The 2018 Coates Hire Newcastle 500 on 23-25 November is an event you won't want to miss. What better excuse to explore the region by car? Discover everything the road has to offer and get ready to experience the spectacular vantage points once you get to Newcastle.
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Sydney

Start the road to Newcastle in spectacular Sydney, home to the sparkling blue harbour, non-stop entertainment and delicious restaurants.

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Sydney Harbour Tunnel Northbound, New South Wales, Australia, 2061
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Sights & Activities

Manly Visitor Information Centre
Royal National Park Visitor Centre
Manly Visitor Information Centre
Manly, New South Wales, Australia, 2095
(02) 9976 1430
visit@northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au
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Canoeing/Kayaking, Cycling, Hiking, Mountain Biking, Scenic Drives, Snorkelling, Surfing, Swimming, Walks, WiFi

Live like a local, explore like a tourist with inside information on all things Manly at the Booking and Information Centre, a 'one stop shop'.

Royal National Park Visitor Centre
Audley, New South Wales, Australia, 2232
(02) 9542 0648
npws.royal@environment.nsw.gov.au
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Royal National Park Visitor Centre in Sydney's Royal National Park offers excellent tourist information and walking track maps.

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Glenworth Valley

Picturesque Glenworth Valley is the largest private landholding on the Central Coast with 3,000 acres of bushland.

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Peats Ridge Road, Calga, New South Wales, Australia, 2250
Arrive via car from Glenworth Valley62KM / 38MI ~ Approximately an hour
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It is also home to the oldest house on the Central Coast, built in 1832, and the largest horse riding centre in Australia. The diverse natural environments in the Glenworth Valley, from rainforest to open pasture and unique rock formations, attract visitors from far and wide to experience the quad biking, kayaking and abseiling on offer.
Wildlife spotters will enjoy the diversity of fauna and spectacular birdlife in this wilderness location.

Sights & Activities

Ettalong Diggers Visitor Information Centre
Central Coast Visitor Centre
Glenworth Valley Outdoor Adventures
Ettalong Diggers Visitor Information Centre
Kim Cole
Ettalong Beach, New South Wales, Australia, 2257
(02) 4343 0140
Tourism@ettalongdiggers.com
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Central Coast Visitor Centre
Central Coast Council
The Entrance, New South Wales, Australia, 2261
1800 335 377
tourism@centralcoast.nsw.gov.au
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The Central Coast Visitor Centre provides a wide range of information on the local area and surrounds, merchandise and locally made products and artwork.

Glenworth Valley Outdoor Adventures
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Cooks Road, Calga, New South Wales, Australia, 2250
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Unleash your inner adventurer and explore the bushland at this award-winning site on horse riding, kayaking and abseiling activities.

Glenworth Valley Outdoor Adventures caters for all ability levels.
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Gosford

In the heart of the Central Coast, the city of Gosford has beautiful beaches, state forests and is home to the Central Coast Mariners.

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Warrah Lookout, Brisbane Water National Park (image: John Yurasek, Office of Environment and Heritage)
Mann Street, Gosford, New South Wales, Australia, 2250
Arrive via car from Gosford17KM / 11MI ~ Approximately 14 minutes
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From watersports to bushwalks, and mountain bike trails to museums, Gosford has something for everyone. Intrepid adventurers will love the variety of outdoor activities, and those needing to unwind can enjoy the many cultural venues.
Gosford also has a strong agricultural industry with citrus orchards, fishing, oysters and forestry and the traditional Central Coast Regional Show has been held at Gosford Showgrounds since 1888.This Central Coast town is a hub for events and festivals throughout the year.

Sights & Activities

Ettalong Diggers Visitor Information Centre
Central Coast Visitor Centre
Gosford Classic Car Museum
Six String Brewing Company
Ettalong Diggers Visitor Information Centre
Kim Cole
Ettalong Beach, New South Wales, Australia, 2257
(02) 4343 0140
Tourism@ettalongdiggers.com
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Central Coast Visitor Centre
Central Coast Council
The Entrance, New South Wales, Australia, 2261
1800 335 377
tourism@centralcoast.nsw.gov.au
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The Central Coast Visitor Centre provides a wide range of information on the local area and surrounds, merchandise and locally made products and artwork.

Gosford Classic Car Museum
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The incredible Gosford Classic Car Museum has over 450 classic cars and motorcycles on display.

As the Southern Hemisphere's largest privately owned classic car collection, this museum is dedicated to automobile artistry.
Six String Brewing Company330 The Entrance Road
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330, The Entrance Road, Erina, New South Wales, Australia, 2250
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Make sure to visit this local small batch brewery for a brewery tour or some delicious snacks and ales in the Tasting Room.

Try the award-winning Coastie Beer, specially brewed for the Central Coast and fitting right in to the beach lifestyle.
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Central Coast

With picturesque waterways and stunning national parks, the Central Coast is the ideal place for nature and water-based activities.

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The Entrance Pelican Feeding (image: DNSW)
Wilfred Barrett Drive, The Entrance North, New South Wales, Australia, 2261
Arrive via car from Central Coast24KM / 15MI ~ Approximately 23 minutes
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On the northern fringe of Sydney, you'll find the seaside towns of Gosford, Avoca, Terrigal, The Entrance, Toowoon Bay and Bateau Bay - all ideal playgrounds for enjoying relaxing leisure experiences.Fresh seafood with modern Australian flair is also popular in the restaurants, pubs and cafes.
Stay along the waterfront in one of the boutique apartments or upgrade to a luxury hotel to make the most of this destination’s charm.

Sights & Activities

Central Coast Visitor Centre
Ettalong Diggers Visitor Information Centre
Big Tuna Fish Co.
North Grounds Cafe
The Pelican Feed
Tree Top Adventure Park Central Coast
Central Coast Visitor Centre
Central Coast Council
The Entrance, New South Wales, Australia, 2261
1800 335 377
tourism@centralcoast.nsw.gov.au
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The Central Coast Visitor Centre provides a wide range of information on the local area and surrounds, merchandise and locally made products and artwork.

Ettalong Diggers Visitor Information Centre
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Ettalong Beach, New South Wales, Australia, 2257
(02) 4343 0140
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Big Tuna Fish Co.131 The Entrance Road
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131, The Entrance Road, The Entrance, New South Wales, Australia, 2261
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Big Tuna Fish Co pride themselves on using the region's freshest seafood in store.

Fresh fish is on full display in store and cooked up to order alongside a delicious range of classic sides.Grab your take away and head down to one of The Entrance's many coastal parks to enjoy a picnic by the water.
North Grounds Cafe4 Dulmison Avenue
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4, Dulmison Avenue, Wyong, New South Wales, Australia, 2259
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North Grounds Cafe is a real people-pleaser – quality coffee, kid-friendly and serving up generous plates of classic favourites.

Everything from full English Breakfast and pancakes to fish and chips is served up from a cosy kitchen, with plenty of tables outside to enjoy your meal in the Central Coast sunshine.
There's even grassy surrounds for little ones to stretch their legs before getting back in the car.
The Pelican FeedMemorial Park
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The Entrance, New South Wales, Australia
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One of the Central Coast's most popular attractions, the Pelican Feed takes place on The Entrance waterfront each day.

It was all started over 20 years ago by staff at the local fish shop, who would feed scraps to the pelicans every day. Then in 1996, Council built the feeding platform known as Pelican Plaza where visitors and residents alike areentertained and educated about the area's own pelican colony.
Thanks to the Council and the many sponsors and wonderful team of volunteers, it is now possible to feed the pelicans whole fresh fish 365 days a year and enjoy the spectacle it is today.
Tree Top Adventure Park Central Coast1 Red Hill Road
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1, Red Hill Road, New South Wales, Australia, 2259
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Slide down flying foxes, move from tree to tree on suspension bridges and enjoy exciting activities up to 15 metres above the forest floor.

Want to climb a massive eucalypt? No matter your age or fitness level, this forest adventure park will let you safely scale to the tree top.
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Lake Macquarie

Less than an hour from Newcastle airport, Lake Macquarie is a water playground like no other.

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Sunset over Belmont Bay (image: Lake Macquarie Tourism, Paul Foley)
Pacific Highway, Little Pelican, New South Wales, Australia, 2281
Arrive via car from Lake Macquarie37KM / 23MI ~ Approximately 29 minutes
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Lake Macquarie is Australia’s largest coastal salt water lake and the surrounding city of Lake Macquarie has world-class restaurants and cafes, stunning beaches and a wide range of water sports and outdoor adventure activities.
The lake itself is twice as big as Sydney Harbour, so whether you like fishing, jet boating or just lakeside dining, this waterside escape has something for everyone.
Heritage-listed, lakeside townships like Toronto and Morriset are a great base for day trips to explore the Hunter Valley wine growing region nearby, so stay a while in one of the region’s beach cottages or cabins.

Sights & Activities

Newcastle Visitor Information Centre
Central Coast Visitor Centre
Caves Beach Sea Caves
Jetbuzz Watersports
Moonee Beach Trail
Newcastle Visitor Information Centre
City of Newcastle Council
Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia, 2300
(02) 4974 2109
visitorinformation@ncc.nsw.gov.au
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Central Coast Visitor Centre
Central Coast Council
The Entrance, New South Wales, Australia, 2261
1800 335 377
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The Central Coast Visitor Centre provides a wide range of information on the local area and surrounds, merchandise and locally made products and artwork.

Caves Beach Sea Caves
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Caves Beach Road, Caves Beach, New South Wales, Australia, 2281
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Caves Beach is well known for its namesake - a network of sea caves at the southern end of the beach, which can be explored at low tide.

Caves Beach has well maintained barbecue facilities and a picnic area if you and the family are looking to linger a little longer.
Jetbuzz Watersports
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Lorikeet Loop, Cams Wharf, New South Wales, Australia, 2281
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Set off onto Lake Macquarie in an adrenalin-rush of high speed slides and turns, 360 degree spins, power brake stops and fish tails.

Moonee Beach Trail
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Snapper Point Road, Frazer Park, New South Wales, Australia, 2259
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This delightful walk through scenic coastal heath leads to the white sands of Moonee beach where you can relax, swim or fish.

Enjoy this easy 4km trekalong rockpool-studded heathland and explore the protected rockpool area at the end.
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Newcastle

Soak up the atmosphere of this unique beachside town, as the streets buzz with Newcastle Supercar 500 excitment.

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Nobby's Lighthouse (image: Ethan Rohloff DNSW)
King Street, Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia, 2300
Arrive via car from Newcastle26KM / 16MI ~ Approximately 31 minutes
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This once industrial city has been reborn and is now home to a variety of cafes, restaurants, pubs and small bars run by passionate locals. Discover first hand the relaxation of the beach lifestyle along the city’s expansive coastline - famous worldwide for great surf.
Newcastle has both a rich history as a mining port and a bright future as a bustling, cosmopolitan city. Coastal walks, cruises and water activities let you explore the city.Brunch in style in the burgeoning cafe scene and discover the cultural renaissance the city is experiencing.
Newcastle has accommodation options for every style and budget.

Sights & Activities

Newcastle Visitor Information Centre
Maitland Visitor Information Centre
Coates Hire Newcastle 500
CoastXP
Newcastle Museum
Newcastle’s Famous Tram
The Lucky Hotel
Merewether Surfhouse
The Bogey Hole
Newcastle Visitor Information Centre
City of Newcastle Council
Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia, 2300
(02) 4974 2109
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Maitland Visitor Information Centre
Maitland, New South Wales, Australia, 2320
(02) 4931 2800
welcome@mymaitland.com.au
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The Maitland Visitor Information Centre is not only a great place to pick up information, get tour and accommodation ideas and to purchase tickets.

Coates Hire Newcastle 500Foreshore Park
Coates Hire Newcastle 500
Newcastle East, New South Wales, Australia
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Enjoy non-stop on-track action, with three days of Supercars street racing to decide the Championship.

From the 23rd of November 2018, the Supercars drivers will take on a challenging circuit that runs through the eastern end of the Newcastle CBD taking in scenic views along Shortland Esplanade, Newcastle and Nobby’s beaches and Newcastle Harbour, 2.6km in length.
CoastXP
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Workshop Way, Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia, 2300
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Discover on the geology, caves, shipwrecks and sea cliffs around the Newcastle coastline in this boating experience like no other.

Newcastle Museum6 Workshop Way
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6, Workshop Way, Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia, 2300
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This free museum is home to exciting and ever-changing exhibitions.

Attracting a large number of visitors each year, this dynamic cultural icon attracts a diverse audience and is accessible to all. Open Tues-Sun.
Newcastle’s Famous Tram150 Wharf Road
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150, Wharf Road, Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia, 2300
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Join this one-hour tram tour around beaches and historic sites and learn the history of Newcastle.

This tram tour will take you along the coast and through King Edward Park complete with commentary. Confirm tour times online.
The Lucky Hotel237 Hunter Street
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237, Hunter Street, Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia, 2300
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Newcastle's famous hangout, The Lucky Hotel, has been around since the 1800s, and its original facade belies the swanky fitout within.

The hotel restaurant does American barbecue food and its award-winning burgers are a menu mainstay.All meats are smoked low and slow over hickory wood pellets for up to 14 hours so it's no wonder they're succulent and tasty.Go for the smoked meat platter for a taste of all the best cuts.
Merewether Surfhouse5 Henderson Parade
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5, Henderson Parade, Merewether, New South Wales, Australia, 2291
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Experience relaxed beach-side dining like the locals.

Tuck into some pizza, fresh seafood or award-winning cocktails at this Newcastle favourite.
The Bogey Hole
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Take a dip in the iconic Bogey Hole, a popular ocean pool cut into ocean rocks by convict labour in 1819.

You will realise the convicts amazing achievement when you see the waves crashing into the pool.
The Bogey Hole remains a popular spot today, particularly for inner city dwellers who don't like getting sand in their shoes, and still becomes very crowded on warm summer days.

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