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Byron Bay

The world-famous Byron Bay is a very popular and safe tourist destination, beloved by Australians and international travellers alike. It's renowned for its surfing beaches, beautiful scenery and great nightlife. There's always plenty to do in the Byron Bay region.

Experience the local Sunday markets, filled with colourful stalls that sell everything from gifts and clothing to food and plants. Sample the many cafés and restaurants, catering to all tastes and budgets. Select from a huge range of activities that includes surfing, scuba diving, kayaking, skydiving, mountain biking, book a relaxing massage, or just chilling out on the 40-plus kilometers of beautiful local beaches.

Byron Bay hosts numerous international events, such as the famous Blues & Roots Festival, attracting some of the world's best musicians and bands. Many other events also take place here throughout the year, such as A Taste of Byron, the Byron Bay Writers Festival, and the Byron Bay Triathlon. 

Overlooking the picturesque seaside town of Byron Bay is the Cape Byron Lighthouse. A wonderful coastal walking trail of about five kilometers winds from the town to the lighthouse –and is a must for all visitors. Once you get to the top of the Cape, enjoy breathtaking views of Byron Bay and the Julian Rocks Marine Reserve. You'll also have a chance to spot the local dolphins; a special treat is provided by the migrating humpback whales, who travel through the area from June to October.

Location

Cape Byron is Australia's most easterly point, located on the far north coast of New South Wales. It is close to the Gold Coast and Brisbane, which are just across the Queensland border. Byron Bay is about 170 kilometers south of Brisbane and 790 kilometers north of Sydney.

Climate

Byron Bay has a subtropical climate. The daily maximum temperature is about 27°C. in January and about 20.4°C. in July. For more information on the local and Australian climate, see the Bureau of Meteorology's website.

Things to see and do around Byron Bay:

  • Walk up to the historic lighthouse through the Cape Byron Headland Reserve.
  • Visit the stunning inland national parks, with their waterfalls, subtropical rainforests, and an abundance of wildlife.
  • Dive or snorkel to see the amazing ocean life in Cape Byron Marine Park; the area is listed as one of Australia's Top Ten Dive Sites.
  • Visit the local markets with stalls of crafts, food and gifts.
  • During the season between June and October, it's possible to spot humpback whales as they make their annual migration.
  • Go horseback riding on the beach.
  • Hang glide over Cape Byron.
  • Skydive or go on a hot air balloon ride.

Getting to Byron Bay

The closest international airport is Brisbane (about 2.5 hours' drive from Byron Bay). There are connecting flights from Sydney to Ballina, the local airport (a 25-minute drive away) or the Gold Coast airport (about a one hour drive).