On Australia’s far north coast, in the state of NSW, sits the seaside community of Byron Bay. The area, which includes Australia’s most easterly point and the famous Cape Byron lighthouse, is renowned for its breathtaking beaches, distinctive food and retail options, top-notch festivals, and strong sense of community.
Visitors may choose from a broad selection of lodging options, some of the greatest cuisine and food producers in the nation, a variety of activities, inspiring companies, amazing marketplaces, and more. Byron Bay is extremely unique compared to other places. Come experience the breathtaking natural beauty and vibrant, inviting people in Australia’s wellness capital.
Discover the beaches in the area via kayak, horseback, surfing lessons, or whale watching. Take a balloon ride over the mountains and the coastline for a bird’s eye view, or cross skydiving off your bucket list. Shop for goods made by regional designers and manufacturers at community markets, catch Australia’s dawn first, or pamper yourself with a day at the spa. Explore the neighborhood’s art culture at one of Byron’s galleries or live music venues, go on a hike to the famous lighthouse, or simply people-watch while drinking coffee.
Byron Bay doesn’t require much introduction. The breezy, sun-kissed town on NSW’s North Coast is well-known for its many beaches as well as its hinterland rainforest, artistic community, and cutting-edge culinary culture. Hippies and bohemian seachangers used to call it home; they have since been joined by forward-thinking restaurateurs, designers, and celebrities.
In this tranquil environment, you may surf in the morning while watching the sun rise over Australia’s most easterly point (while dolphins play nearby), practice yoga by the sand while sipping oatmeal lattes, and then unwind at the pub as some of the best musicians in the nation perform live. The huge festivals and markets in the area, which are headlined by these same bands, turn the town into a hub of activity that spreads outward to neighboring towns like Ballina, Lennox Head, Mullumbimby, and beyond.
Byron is blessed with a variety of beaches to suit every preference. While portions of Belongil Beach are dog-friendly, Main, Clarkes, and Wategos beaches are monitored year-round. Australia’s easternmost beach, Little Wategos, is reachable on foot from the route to Cape Byron Lighthouse. Look out for dolphins, turtles, and whales swimming offshore in Cape Byron Marine Park (May through November) from any coastal vantage point. Sign up to dive off Julian Rocks, a popular destination for scuba divers, or go kayaking with the lively marine life for a closer look.
Back on land, the 3.7-kilometer Cape Byron walking trail meanders past grasslands, beaches, rainforests, and the most easterly point on Australian mainland, where the Cape Byron Lighthouse stands proudly. The stunning Zephyr Horses, which give frequent rides around Byron beaches or through coastal woods, may even be spotted on the sand. You may even see whales. Lace up your hiking boots and head inland to discover the Gondwana Rainforests of Australia’s Wollumbin (Mount Warning) National Park. An enormous (and extinct) volcano caldera serves as the setting for your investigations, and the region’s fertile soils are home to a wide variety of local flora and wildlife.
Byron Bay’s abundant produce draws some of the nation’s greatest chefs and cooks, so you won’t go hungry there. Start your day with a vegan or vegetarian breakfast bowl from Folk or Byron General Store, and then stop by Love Byron Bay for sweets like elderflower choc-nougat and dark-chocolate macadamia nibbles.
The Farm is a functional property featuring a Three Blue Ducks restaurant outlet, as well as a bakery, shop, and room for crafts. You may spend the entire day there. Visit the farm, say hello to the chickens and Highland cows, and then chow down on paddock-to-plate meals. You can even buy a hamper to eat at home or on the property.