Byron Bay
Surf, hinterland, celebrities, uber-cool eateries – this glam beach town with a Bohemian past has all the makings of a good time. Here’s your guide to where to stay, eat and the must-see highlights.
20 things that will surprise first-time visitors
Cut through the Hemsworth hype, and you may be shocked by what you still don’t know about Australia’s most talked-about beach town.
The best places to stay
There are still plenty of hostels around, but this surf town’s gentrification has given rise to a crop of trendy and beautiful new stays.
Top places to eat and drink
First came the hippies, surfers and celebrities. More recently, a swell of chefs and foodies have moved in, taking its food scene to another level.
10 hidden highlights that most visitors miss
From a powerful waterfall formed 20 million years ago to a hidden swimming spot, check out some of the region’s lesser-known attractions.
The best times to visit
With an eclectic calendar of annual events and superb year-round weather, there’s never really a bad time to go – but each season offers something entirely unique.
The must-do highlights in three days
Tick off Byron Bay’s top attractions and explore its lesser-known neighbours and hinterland gems in a long weekend with this action-packed itinerary.
Ticking off the three key goals of a Byron holiday
A new hotel puts us in good stead to achieve the goals of Byron’s famous sign, “Cheer up, slow down, chill out”.
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