Welcome to Byron Bay
Cheer Up, Slow Down, Chillout
Byron Bay has long captured the hearts of travellers from around the globe and for many the love affair lasts a lifetime. From world-renowned beaches to lush hinterland surrounds, Byron offers something for just about everyone with an eclectic and laid-back mix of alternative, surfie and trendy culture.
Originally known as Cavenbah or ‘meeting place’ by the original Bundjalung people of the area, Byron continues to live up to its traditional heritage with people flocking from everywhere to shop, surf, scuba dive and, of course, walk the famous Cape Byron Lighthouse track. Located at Australia’s easterly most point, this walk offers a stunning vista of migrating whales as well as resident dolphins and leopard sharks.
Known to many as the Rainbow region, Byron Bay is home to a thriving local community of musicians and artists and hosts a variety of colourful markets and festivals. The beaches are also popular for romance, with the Byron Bay Surf club being a favourite wedding venue.
While many come for rest and relaxation, there is also a lively nightlife to be enjoyed as the streets come to life with local and international musicians and street performances. Combined with the many great restaurants, cafes, clubs and pubs, there’s always something to do on those long summer nights.
More than a holiday destination, Byron Bay offers a unique lifestyle that has many coming back for more. Visitors can find accommodation to suit every taste and budget any time of year and no matter how many visits, there’s always more to explore.
Beaches in Byron Bay
This beach starts at the western side of the Main Beach car park and heads west away from the Lighthouse. Another great wave in Byron Bay that was formed when ‘The Wollongbar’ was washed from the old Byron Bay jetty during the 1920s.
‘The Wollongbar’ was then used as the major transport for all the tourists coming from Sydney to visit The Bay. You can still see the ‘rudder’ and ‘the boilers’ sticking out of the sand. Here both Lefts and Rights break on sandbanks that are always there because of The Wreck.
From here, all the way along Belongil Beach gets its good share of waves. It is great for both the experienced surfer and the beginner. The waves vary from fast hollow dumping waves, to soft spilling waves, dependant on what the swell and sandbanks are doing. It will pick up most swells from the north to the south and likes a west to south west wind but also a south east is surfable. The sweep is here if the swell is here.
This beach runs from the end of The Pass back down to the carpark at the Byron Bay Surf Life Saving Club. This is Byron Bay’s main patrolled beach. The waves here are often fast and hollow but can often get small spilling waves depending on how big the swell is. There are both Lefts and Rights here, as long as the sandbanks are in good shape.
There are often rocks along here that come and go with the sand flow. It likes the wind to be from the south east to south west, and will pick up most swells. The sweep often comes with the swell, so you have to look for an exit point before you get to the rocky car park, otherwise you will get back to the beach in front of The Wreck, past the rocks.
The most famous wave in the Bay, where you have all extremes in one wave, from the point, which is hollow and fast breaking all the way past the rocks, and you must be experienced. Once past the rocks, it will break towards Clarks Beach, where the waves are more spilling and more suited for beginners.
Watego’s Beach is the most easterly beach in the Bay. It is very popular with Long boarders and is a great family beach. The waves are mostly spilling and will break all the way to The Pass.
All swells will get there, except a strong south swell. There is often a sweep (side-shore current) along this beach that will carry you towards the rocks and ‘The Pass’. You must always watch for an exit point to avoid being carried past the end of the sand, otherwise you must keep surfing to ‘The Pass’.
Tallow Beach is the long open beach on the southern side of the lighthouse. It is an open beach that will pick up all swells. It should only be surfed by experienced surfers, unless it is very, very small. The waves are fast and hollow, but can sometimes be spilling waves. It likes all winds from the North East, North West to South West.
The waves will break, no matter how small the surf is … Lefts and Rights. The south swell should be avoided, as this will push you onto and around the rocks. There are always rips and currents along this beach.
Cape Byron Lighthouse
The Lighthouse… Meander through rainforest world class beaches to the lighthouse.
The light that shines by night over Cape Byron Marine Park emanates from a tower as famous as the town of Byron Bay itself. Built at the turn of the 19th century to protect ships passing along the coast, Cape Byron Lighthouse stands resolute on the most easterly point of the Australian mainland. Operated by resident keepers until 1989, its now automated light is clearly visible from the Byron Bay Township.
Take a guided tour of the lighthouse, learn more about this iconic white tower and find out about shipwrecks and stories from the sea in the Maritime Museum which is below the lighthouse and the artwork inside is ‘a must see’.
You’ll enjoy some of the best views of the ocean and hinterland including regular sightings of turtles, dolphins. It is the most easterly point of Australia, and one of the best places to see humpback whales as they pass on their annual migration between May and October.
Please note
The Maritime Museum is open 10am to 4pm daily. Remember to take your binoculars if you want to whale watch. It can be a busy place on the weekend, so parking might be limited. Parking fees apply.
State Conservation Area
- It’s a good idea to put sunscreen on before you set out and remember to take a hat and plenty of drinking water
- Keep on track, keep away from cliff
- Take your swimwear as you may like to have a swim on the way. You’ll need a good two hours to properly experience the walking track – but it’s so rich in delights, don’t be surprised if you reach the end and feel like doing it again.
Walking Track
Enjoy spectacular coastal views along the Cape Byron walking track that takes you on a hike through rainforest, beach, grassland and clifftops to the lighthouse.
Unwind and enjoy the view as you walk. The 3.7km loop leads you on a hike through rainforest and across clifftops with stunning views of the ocean and hinterland. En route you’ll wander through the shade of bangalow palms and ancient burrawangs, across kangaroo grasslands, along picturesque beaches and up to Cape Byron Lighthouse.
Accommodation
The four Clarke’s Beach Cottages have direct access to Byron Bay’s main beach and are surrounded by National Park. Staying here is just magnificient, you can wake to ocean views and the sound of crashing surf. Alternatively the two lighthouse cottages where the former keepers used to live have been fully refurbished, heritage listed cottages (circa 1901) makes this a truly unique holiday experience. Be the first to see the sunrise on Australia’s mainland and enjoy watching dolphins, turtles and whales. To enquire about NPWS holiday accommodation in the lighthouse keeper’s cottages or the beach cottages go to www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/bookings
Byron Bay Markets
One of the unique joys of the Northern Rivers is the consistent access to a diverse range of local markets. Each with its own distinctive charm, weekly farmer’s markets are the highlight of the week for fresh locally grown produce and an atmosphere like nowhere else.
Buy freshly picked produce that is full of nutrients gleaned from our rich volcanic soils and get back in step with what nature intended. Procure products ranging in variety from tasty fruit and veg to home cured meats, free range organic eggs, baked goods and nutrient packed raw foods.
Byron Farmers Market held every Thursday between 8 and 11am is the original farmers market of the region and a finalist in the delicious Produce Awards for Most Outstanding Farmer’s Market 2016. Visit the new Chef’s Tent featuring some of the best local chefs creating individual menus based on the delicious range of fresh produce.
Indigenous arts and crafts and other beautiful things made by local people using unusual natural materials are joined by unique jewellery stalls, funky one of a kind clothes and colourful imports from Africa and Asia. Pamper yourself with a massage to soothe away your aches and pains and choose from a wonderful range of natural skin and hair care products. When you need a break try some freshly squeezed sugar cane juice or perhaps a steaming cup of chai. Even the kids are catered for they can have their faces painted, get involved with some art and craft and delight in the original toys, games and fun fairy outfits.
A perfect day out and a perfect place to find that original gift you’ve been looking for.
Community Market – 1st Sunday of the month, 8am – 3pm
Animal rides, arts, crafts, bric a brac, food, music, produce
Phoner: 02 6685 6807
Flea Market – 2nd Saturday, 8am – 1pm
(Byron Youth Service Fundraiser) Gilmore Crescent, Byron Bay
Vintage clothing, vinyl, new and used, bric a brac, collectables, food and music.
Phone: 0490 026 840
Summer Artisan Market (October – March) – Saturday 5pm – 9pm
Arts, crafts, food, music
Phone: 02 6685 6807
Beachside Markets – Jan, Easter, and Sep-Oct Long Weekends- 3rd Sunday (Xmas and January only) 8am – 3pm
Animal rides, arts, crafts, bric a brac, food, music, produce
Phone: 02 6685 6807
Visitor Information
Byron Bay Listings
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The Golden Doughnut is located at Shop 3A / 1 Byron Street (a few doors down from Aldi) Hand
Location: 3a Byron St, Byron Bay NSW 2481, AustraliaPhone: 0438 247 791
Open now OmniBlend combines the best blender design features resulting in one of the world’s fastest and most
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Open now Byron Bay Sea Kayak tours with Cape Byron Kayaks - The original kayak with the dolphins tour in
Location: Cape Byron Kayaks, Lawson Street, Byron Bay NSW, AustraliaWebsite: www.capebyronkayaks.comPhone: 02 6680 9555
Open now Welcome to the Oasis Apartments and Treetop Houses. Byron Bay holiday accommodation for family and
Location: The Oasis Apartments & Treetop Houses, Scott Street, Byron Bay NSW, AustraliaWebsite: www.byronoasis.com.auPhone: 1800 336 129
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Open now Contemporary Italian Cuisines Join us and experience one of our diverse spaces. Street side,
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Open now BayFM Community Radio is a volunteer run, not for profit radio station committed to keeping the
Location: Bay FM Community Radio, Fletcher Street, Byron Bay NSW, Australia
Open now Lighthouse Cottages – Unique Heritage Accommodation Home to some of the best beaches in Australia,
Location: Assistant Lighthouse Keeper's Cottages, Lighthouse Road, Byron Bay, New South Wales, AustraliaWebsite: www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/camping-and-accommodation/accommodation/assistant-lighthouse-keepers-cottagesPhone: 02 66 858 552
Open now TARGA Byron Bay "Targa", origin Italian: literally 'shield' given as a name to a model of Porsche
Location: Targa Cafe/Restaurant/Bar, Marvell Street, Byron Bay NSW, AustraliaWebsite: www.targabyronbay.comPhone: 02 6680 9960
Direct. Film. Edit. Colour. Creative content, cleverly conceived, carefully crafted. Woven Motion
Location: Cape Byron, Byron Bay NSW, AustraliaWebsite: www.wovenmotion.com.au
Open now Lone Goat Gallery is Byron Shire's premiere contemporary community art space, exhibiting the work of
Location: Lone Goat Gallery, Lawson Street, Byron Bay NSW, AustraliaWebsite: www.lonegoatgallery.com
Open now Established in 1994, Hammer and Hand is a jewellery and metal collective based in the Salamanca Arts
Location: Hammer & Hand Gallery, Ti-Tree Place, Byron Bay NSW, AustraliaWebsite: www.hammerandhand.com.auPhone: 0409 960 614
Open now Welcome To Club Byron Established in 1923 (Byron Bay Bowling & Recreational Club
Location: Byron Bay Bowling Club, Marvell Street, Byron Bay NSW, AustraliaWebsite: www.byronbaybowls.comPhone: 02 6685 6202
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Location: Bayshore Bungalows, Bayshore Drive, Byron Bay NSW, AustraliaWebsite: www.bayshorebungalows.com.auPhone: 02 6685 5693
Open now Discover the places and stories that make Byron Bay one of the most iconic beach towns in the
Open now Spa Guidelines Osprey Spa is open from 10am to 6pm daily. Please reserve treatments in advance by
Location: Elements of Byron Resort & Spa, Bayshore Drive, Byron Bay NSW, AustraliaWebsite: www.elementsofbyron.com.au/osprey-spaPhone: 02 6639 1500
Open now Located in the heart of Byron Bay, Byron Quarter is conveniently positioned to enjoy all that Byron
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Open now The Byron Bay train service is open to all, warmly welcoming the local community and visitors to ride. The solar train was officially launched on 16 December 2017. Thank you to all of the people from near and far who have helped us to bring this project to life.
Location: Byron Bay Train, Bayshore Drive, Byron Bay NSW, AustraliaWebsite: www.byronbaytrain.com.auPhone: 02 81232130
Open now Celebrate Byron Bay's finest produce with no distractions The tranquility of Byron Bay’s eternal
Location: The Byron at Byron Resort & Spa, Broken Head Road, Byron Bay, New South Wales, AustraliaWebsite: www.thebyronatbyron.com.auPhone: 02 66 392 111
Open now The Byron Visitor Centre Inc. is an incorporated association, run by a voluntary management
Location: 80 Jonson Street, Byron Bay NSW, AustraliaWebsite: www.visitbyronbay.comPhone: 02 6680 8558
Open now Byron Bay Hotel and Apartments: right in the heart of Byron Bay, surrounded by cafes, restaurants
Location: Byron Bay Hotel and Apartments - Boutique Accomodation, Fletcher Street, Byron Bay NSW, AustraliaWebsite: www.byronbayhotelapartments.com.auPhone: 02 6620 9600 / 1800 307 660
Open now Welcome to The Crest Byron Bay The Crest Byron Bay offers apartments and villas set in a tranquil
Location: The Crest Apartments Byron Bay, Shirley Street, Byron Bay NSW, AustraliaWebsite: www.thecrestbyronbay.com.auPhone: 02 6680 9500
Open now Craig Parry is a multi award winning oceanic and nature photographer of international acclaim, based
Location: Craig Parry Photography, Fletcher Street, Byron Bay NSW, AustraliaWebsite: www.craigparryphotography.comPhone: 0417 675 923
Open now Byron Car Hire is the original car hire operation in Byron Bay. Est in 1975 back in the days of the
Location: Byron Car Hire, Byron Bay NSW, AustraliaWebsite: www.simmonsbyronbay.com.au/pages/car-hire-byron-bayPhone: 02 66 856638
Open 24/7 With more than 12,000 stores in 35 countries, SPAR is the largest, and one of the most
Location: SPAR Express, Jonson Street, Byron Bay NSW, Australia
Open now Congratulations you have found your Byron Bay holiday apartments in Australia’s most easterly point
Location: Beaches Apartments, Shirley Street, Byron Bay NSW, AustraliaWebsite: www.beachesbyronbay.com.auPhone: 02 6685 5047
Open now Like stepping into the lanes of old Shanghai. The sights, the sounds, the aromas, the tastes. A
Location: Red Ginger Asian BYRON BAY, Jonson Street, Byron Bay NSW, AustraliaWebsite: www.redginger.com.auPhone: 02 66 872 808
Open now Known for its laidback atmosphere and spectacular beaches, Byron Bay is one of Australia’s most
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Open now Byron Music - Australia's legendary musical instrument retailer, servicing local and traveling
Location: Byron Music, Jonson Street, Byron Bay NSW, AustraliaWebsite: www.byronmusic.com.auPhone: 02 6685 7333
Open now Byron Bay Ballooning is a local family owned and operated business, formed with the intention of
Location: Byron Bay Ballooning, Old Brunswick Road, Byron Bay NSW, AustraliaWebsite: www.byronbayballooning.com.auPhone: 1300 889 660
Open now History The Pack Saddle Leather Co was established in 1988 when repairs to saddlery harness and
Location: Rugged Luxury, Brigantine Street, Byron Bay NSW, AustraliaWebsite: www.ruggedluxury.comPhone: 02 6680 8990
Open now Byron Bay Accommodation True luxury defies definition. It doesn’t shout it whispers. As discerning
Location: The Byron at Byron Resort & Spa, Broken Head Road, Byron Bay, New South Wales, AustraliaWebsite: www.thebyronatbyron.com.auPhone: 02 66 392 000
Open now The Byron Bay English Language School (BBELS) opened in 1998 with the aim of providing high quality
Location: Byron Bay English Language School, Carlyle Street, Byron Bay NSW, AustraliaWebsite: www.bbels.com.auPhone: 02 6680 8253
Open now Elements of Byron Resort & Spa features 103 private beach villas dotted amidst 22 hectares of
Location: Elements of Byron Resort & Spa, Bayshore Drive, Byron Bay, New South Wales, AustraliaWebsite: www.elementsofbyron.com.au/weddingsPhone: 02 66 391 500
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Open now At Elements of Byron stay in one of our freestanding luxury villas. Choose what type of
Location: Elements of Byron Resort & Spa, Bayshore Drive, Byron Bay, New South Wales, AustraliaWebsite: www.elementsofbyron.com.auPhone: 02 66 391 500
Open now Byron Writers Festival is the central hub to the Northern Rivers’ active, vibrant literary culture
Location: 28 Jonson Street, Byron Bay NSW 2481, AustraliaWebsite: www.byronwritersfestival.comPhone: 02 6685 5115
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Location: The Gecko Shack, Byron Bay NSW, AustraliaWebsite: www.geckoshack.com.auPhone: 02 6680 9896
Open now The Byron Baby Shop The Byron Baby Shop started trading back in 1993. We set up a basic warehouse
Location: Byron Baby Shop, Byron Bay, New South Wales, AustraliaWebsite: www.byronbabyshop.com.auPhone: 02 66 855 865
Open now Julians Apartments Byron Bay offer luxury 4 star apartments opposite beautiful Clarks Beach, an
Location: Julians Apartments, Lighthouse Road, Byron Bay NSW, AustraliaWebsite: www.juliansbyronbay.comPhone: 02 6680 9697
Jingi Walla! Welcome to Byron 4 Kids website – your guide to kids activities and things to do for
Open now Welcome Welcome to the Ballina Byron Gateway Airport, the heart of the Northern Rivers region.
Location: Ballina Byron Gateway Airport, Southern Cross Drive, Ballina NSW, AustraliaWebsite: www.ballinabyronairport.com.auPhone: 02 6681 1858
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Location: Byron Farmers Market, Byron Bay NSW, AustraliaWebsite: www.byronfarmersmarket.com.au
Open now Byron Bay Side Motel Affordable motel hotel accommodation. Location in the centre of Byron Bay CBD.
Location: Byron Bayside Central Studio Apartments, Middleton Street, Byron Bay NSW, AustraliaWebsite: www.byronbaysidemotel.com.auPhone: 02 66 856 004
Open now Atlas Currency Exchange is an Australian Financial Services Licence holder (AFSL 342627) providing a
Location: Atlas Currency Exchange, Jonson Street, Byron Bay NSW, AustraliaWebsite: www.atlascurrency.com.auPhone: 1300 261 090
Open now Welcome to Planet Corroboree...a beautiful little ethical trader in the heart of Byron Bay,
Location: Planet Corroboree, Jonson Street, Byron Bay NSW, AustraliaWebsite: www.planetcorroboree.com.auPhone: 02 6680 7884
Open now If you’re looking for a Byron Bay holiday that’s light on commotion, but big on convenience and
Location: Clarkes Beach Holiday Park, Lighthouse Road, Byron Bay NSW, AustraliaWebsite: www.reflectionsholidayparks.com.au/park/clarkes-beachPhone: 02 6685 6496
Open now In a prime position directly across from Byron Bay’s main Beach. Bay Royal Apartments offer a range
Location: Bay Royal Apartments, Bay Street, Byron Bay NSW, AustraliaWebsite: www.bayroyal.com.auPhone: 02 66 809 187
At Seahorses Riding Centre we offer a fantastic way to explore the natural beauty of Byron Bay on
Website: www.seahorsesbyronbay.comPhone: 0404 198 220
Open now An Australian Success Story Byron Bay Cookie Company started in 1990 in a small country farmhouse
Location: Byron Bay Cookie Company Gift Shop, Ewingsdale Road, Byron Bay, New South Wales, AustraliaWebsite: www.cookie.com.auPhone: 02 6639 6300
Open now “My entire life I have loved being creative and in every day I am filled with an abundance of ideas.
Location: Jules Hunt Studio Gallery, Brigantine Street, Byron Bay NSW, AustraliaWebsite: www.juleshunt.comPhone: 0408 766 546
Open now Beautiful Byron Bay has an indescribable energy that attracts visitors from Australia and around the
Location: Byron Sunseeker Motel, Bangalow Road, Byron Bay New South Wales, AustraliaWebsite: www.byronsun.com.auPhone: 02 66 857 369
Open now Beautiful clothing and interiors. Byron Bay and Bangalow Australia. Bell & Ford has two
Location: Bell & Ford, Jonson Street, Byron Bay NSW, AustraliaWebsite: www.bellandford.com.auPhone: 02 66 857 095
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Open now Byron Holiday Park is the ideal accommodation Byron Bay choice for a sun-filled holiday! Set on 28
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Open now Join Out of The Blue Adventures and discover Cape Byron Marine Park & Our Iconic Coastline Out
Location: Cape Byron, Byron Bay NSW, AustraliaWebsite: www.outoftheblueadventures.comPhone: 0407 522 422
Open now At Black Dog Surf School Byron Bay your smile is our satisfaction..............that feeling of
Location: Black Dog Surfing, Byron Street, Byron Bay NSW, AustraliaWebsite: www.blackdogsurfing.comPhone: 02 6680 9828
Open now Welcome to Outrigger Bay Resort. The perfect place to come for the ultimate relaxing holiday.
Location: Outrigger Bay Apartments, Shirley Street, Byron Bay, New South Wales, AustraliaWebsite: www.outriggerbay.comPhone: 1300 784 459
Arrive in style. Vintage Kombis, lovingly restored, ready to take you somewhere special. Forever
Website: www.foreverkombis.comPhone: 0457 031 141
Open now Welcome to foodie heaven. Byron Bay is famed for its local produce, caught fresh from the Pacific
Location: Elements of Byron Resort & Spa, Bayshore Drive, Byron Bay, New South Wales, AustraliaWebsite: www.elementsofbyron.com.au/diningPhone: 02 66 391 500
Open now Welcome to Byron Bay Beachfront Apartments The Beachfront Apartments face north onto Denning
Location: Byron Bay Beachfront Apartments, 39 Lawson St, Byron Bay, New South Wales, AustraliaWebsite: www.byronbaybeachfront.com.auPhone: 02 66 856 354
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