Guidebook for Shoal Bay
Essentials
IGA is a good quick go to for all the basics. They have yummy fresh bread and a decent stock of fresh vegetables and meats.
10 locals recommend
IGA X-Press Shoal Bay
27 Shoal Bay RdIGA is a good quick go to for all the basics. They have yummy fresh bread and a decent stock of fresh vegetables and meats.
Woolworths Nelson Bay
Donald StreetBigger Woolworths that has everything you need...
Australia Post
36 Llewellyn StSmall post office...
Food Scene
This is not just a bar, but bistro, great drinks spot, live music and has a great line up of acts. There are even activities for kids over summer. A must go to spot.
95 locals recommend
Shoal Bay Country Club
35-45 Shoal Bay RdThis is not just a bar, but bistro, great drinks spot, live music and has a great line up of acts. There are even activities for kids over summer. A must go to spot.
Shopping
Earthquirks
136 Magnus StThis is a great spot for local art and homewares...
This place is huge and well stocked for clothing and shoes. There are a team of ladies who will help you spend your money. It could be aimed at the 'older' clientele, but I'm a fairly young 45 yo and love it.
Pizazz Boutique- Designer Women's Clothing Brands, Latest Ladies Fashion
118 Magnus StThis place is huge and well stocked for clothing and shoes. There are a team of ladies who will help you spend your money. It could be aimed at the 'older' clientele, but I'm a fairly young 45 yo and love it.
Parks & Nature
A great walk up to a fabulous view over the whole of Shoal Bay and surrounds. Take it slow and enjoy the ride, or pump.
If you want a full workout turn right onto Verona Road to the end of the street and you will see a walking trail that will take you around to it - you should expect to get to the top in 45 minutes.
Or just head down to the main Shoal Bay Beach turn right and join it from the bottom of the hill. From Bay Dream Believer to the top of the hill in a little bit less than that time.
85 locals recommend
Tomaree Head Summit walk
Shoal Bay RoadA great walk up to a fabulous view over the whole of Shoal Bay and surrounds. Take it slow and enjoy the ride, or pump.
If you want a full workout turn right onto Verona Road to the end of the street and you will see a walking trail that will take you around to it - you should expect to get to the top in 45 minutes.
Or just head down to the main Shoal Bay Beach turn right and join it from the bottom of the hill. From Bay Dream Believer to the top of the hill in a little bit less than that time.
Drinks & Nightlife
This is an RSL, has a bistro, and has a great line up of paid acts if you're into the live music scene.
25 locals recommend
Wests Nelson Bay
88 Shoal Bay RdThis is an RSL, has a bistro, and has a great line up of paid acts if you're into the live music scene.
Nelson Bay Golf Club
57 Dowling StAgain another RSL, with bistro, bar and live music.