The Bogey Hole

Parks and gardens

• King Edward Park

  See

  A great place for a picnic or a BBQ. Nice views of the ocean.

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• ANZAC Walk

  Do

  A short bridge connecting Strzelecki lookout with Bar Beach along the ridgeline, honouring the ANZACs who fought in World War I.

  Price

  free

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• Newcastle Beach

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  Another good beach next to the city centre.

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Landmarks

• Christ Church Cathedral

  See

  See Newcastle's Cathedral. Tour the inside and climb the tower, with a guided map.

  Price

  $10

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Museums and art galleries

• The Lock Up Cultural Centre

  See

  Incorporates a police museum and the John Paynter Gallery, which hosts resident artists all year round.

  Hours

  Wed Thu 10AM-4PM, Fri-Sun 10AM-5PM

  Price

  Gold coin entry

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Ocean baths

• Newcastle Ocean Baths

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  Close to the city centre, these historic baths were opened in 1922.

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