Family-Friendly Road Trip in Port Stephens

Day 1: Beach Day

Port Stephens, Australia

9:00 AM

Breakfast at The Home Interior Cafe

Start your day with a delicious breakfast at The Home Interior Cafe, known for its cozy ambiance and great coffee.
Head to 5 Stockton St, Nelson Bay NSW 2315, Australia.
AUD 20, 1 hour

11:00 AM

Relax at Fingal Bay Beach

Spend the morning at the beautiful Fingal Bay Beach, perfect for swimming and building sandcastles with the kids.
Drive to Fingal Bay and enjoy the beach.
Free, 2 hours

1:00 PM

Lunch at Little Beach Boathouse

Have a seafood lunch at the Little Beach Boathouse, offering stunning views of the water.
Head to Little Beach Rd, Nelson Bay NSW 2315, Australia.
AUD 30, 1.5 hours

3:00 PM

Explore Shoal Bay

Visit Shoal Bay for a walk along the sandy shore and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of the town.
Drive to Shoal Bay and stroll along the beachfront.
Free, 2 hours

6:00 PM

Dinner at The Anchorage

Indulge in a seafood dinner at The Anchorage while watching a beautiful sunset over the water.
Head to Corlette Point Rd, Corlette NSW 2315, Australia.
AUD 50, 2 hours
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Day 2: Wildlife Adventure

Port Stephens, Australia

9:00 AM

Breakfast at Crest Birubi Beach

Start your day with a hearty breakfast at Crest Birubi Beach, offering a variety of options for the whole family.
Head to 73A Southridge Dr, Anna Bay NSW 2316, Australia.
AUD 25, 1 hour

11:00 AM

Discover Oakvale Wildlife Park

Visit Oakvale Wildlife Park where kids can interact with animals, feed kangaroos, and learn about Australian wildlife.
Drive to Oakvale Wildlife Park at 3 Oakvale Dr, Salt Ash NSW 2318, Australia.
AUD 35, 3 hours

2:00 PM

Lunch at Murray's Brewery

Enjoy a relaxed lunch at Murray's Brewery where parents can savor craft beers while kids have various meal options.
Head to 3443 Nelson Bay Rd, Bobs Farm NSW 2316, Australia.
AUD 40, 1.5 hours

4:00 PM

Go Dolphin Watching

Embark on a dolphin watching cruise from Nelson Bay Marina for a chance to see these beautiful creatures in their natural habitat.
Drive to Nelson Bay Marina.
AUD 60, 2 hours

6:30 PM

Dinner at Sandpipers Restaurant

End the day with a delicious dinner at Sandpipers Restaurant, offering a variety of fresh seafood dishes.
Head to 2154 Nelson Bay Rd, Williamtown NSW 2318, Australia.
AUD 45, 2 hours
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Day 3: Water Activities & Sand Dunes

Port Stephens, Australia

9:00 AM

Breakfast at Crest Birubi Beach

Enjoy another breakfast at Crest Birubi Beach to kickstart your day.
Head to 73A Southridge Dr, Anna Bay NSW 2316, Australia.
AUD 25, 1 hour

10:30 AM

Sandboarding at Stockton Sand Dunes

Experience the thrill of sandboarding down the massive dunes of Stockton Sand Dunes, a fun activity for the whole family.
Drive to Stockton Sand Dunes for sandboarding.
AUD 20, 2 hours

1:00 PM

Lunch at Crest Birubi Beach

Head back to Crest Birubi Beach for a casual lunch by the water.
Return for lunch at 73A Southridge Dr, Anna Bay NSW 2316, Australia.
AUD 30, 1 hour

3:00 PM

Water Activities at Nelson Bay

Spend the afternoon at Nelson Bay exploring water activities like kayaking, paddle boarding, or taking a boat tour.
Drive to Nelson Bay and choose your water adventure.
Varies, 3 hours

6:00 PM

Farewell Dinner at The Little Nel

Enjoy a farewell dinner at The Little Nel, a cozy restaurant with a great selection of dishes for everyone.
Head to 17 Magnus St, Nelson Bay NSW 2315, Australia.
AUD 50, 2 hours
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