Bar Beach 2300

32.9378° S, 151.7702° E

Cliff-backed, locals-only charm

Quiet cliffs, coastal tracks, and a fiercely loyal local vibe. Bar Beach is where you go to stay low-key. A short stroll from the city buzz, it’s tucked just enough away to feel like a secret, with one of the best morning walks in Newcastle.

We've pulled together a list of favourite spots to surf, sip, shop, stay, play and get Saltee.