The best museums in Newcastle in September 2025

These are the top 5 best museums in Newcastle, Australia, ranked by their rating and popularity in 2025. Click a museum for more information about the museum, including visitor information, exhibitions and reviews.

For a complete overview of museums in Newcastle, their exhibitions and discount cards & passes, see our overview page with all museums in Newcastle.

Looking for the best museums in Newcastle? These are the best ones:

  1. Newcastle Museum1

    Newcastle Museum

     Newcastle
    The Newcastle Museum is situated in the city of Newcastle, which is in New South Wales, Australia. This location is significant as it allows visitors to explore the rich history and culture of the region while also enjoying the museum's diverse exhibits and collections.
  2. Miss Porter's House2

    Miss Porter's House

     Newcastle
    Miss Porter's House, located at 434 King Street in Newcastle West, is a heritage-listed former residence that now serves as a house museum. The house was constructed by John T. Owen and is currently under the ownership of the National Trust of Australia (NSW). This Edwardian home stands as a distinctive piece of architecture in an otherwise non-residential area, offering a glimpse into the early twentieth-century middle-class urban lifestyle.
  3. Fort Scratchley3

    Fort Scratchley

     Newcastle
    Fort Scratchley, once a coastal defence installation, now serves as a museum. It is situated in Newcastle East, a suburb of Newcastle, New South Wales in Australia. This historical site offers visitors a glimpse into Australia's military past, with its origins dating back to 1882 when it was built to defend the city against a potential Russian attack.
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    Newcastle Police Station

     Newcastle
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    Tomago House

     Newcastle

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