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Nestled in the Lower Hunter Valley, Maitland is your gateway into Australia'soldest wine region. Boasting charming cafes, local artisanal products, beautiful heritage buildings, and world-class cuisine, it’s the perfect weekend getaway.
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Guide to Maitland
Geography
Situated in the Australian state of New South Wales, Maitland is perched along the Hunter River. It is 166 kilometres from Sydney and 35 kilometres from Newcastle.
Climate in Maitland
Maitland has a humid subtropical climate, characterised by hot summers and cool winters.
Culture
The ancestral owners of the area on which Maitland is presently situated are the Wonnarua People. The region used to be called ‘Bo-un’ after an endemic bird.
Things to do in Maitland
Go wine-tasting in the valley
While visiting Australia’s oldest wine region, you cannot miss trying some of the best vinos produced here, such as Semillon. The best way to go about this is to join a tour organised by the wineries, like Tyrell’s (established in the Hunter Valley since 1858!) and Lisa McGuigan Wines (known for exquisite Pinot Grigio and Pinot Gris wines).
Visit a local art gallery
Maitland Regional Art Gallery is housed in a gorgeous heritage building dating to 1910. Inside, the warm brick contrasted with the exposed industrial features and polished concrete create an interesting backdrop for the artworks, which draw from all disciplines and mixed media. One of their most popular exhibits, interestingly, is a collaboration between seven local high schools to produce a display called ‘Stories from Wonnarua County.’
Eating out in Maitland
For delicious handmade pasta paired with robust red wine, the elegant and warmly-lit Fratelli Roma is a popular choice. Chinh's Vietnamese Restaurant serves fresh and flavourful Vietnamese cuisine. Their portions are generous and prices are reasonable. The Whistler is one of Maitland’s highest-rated restaurants. Pair their southern fried chicken wings with one of the 16 craft beer options. In their own words, they are poised to ‘rival any underground Melbourne hipster bar, [and] you'll be sure to find something [there] that tickles you right where it feels good.’
Maitland Transport
Airport
The closest airport to Maitland is Maitland Airport (MTL), about 10 minutes away by car.
Getting around Maitland
You can take the Hunter Line, Main North Line, or North Coast Line from Maitland Railway Station, the main railway station in town. Public buses are operated by CDC NSW. Cars are, however, still the main mode of transport for most locals and visitors to Maitland.
