Byron Bay is located on the far-north coast of NSW. It is around a 8hr 30min drive north of Sydney and two hours south of Brisbane.
Byron is known for its spectacular beaches, forested hinterland and distinctive dining and shopping experiences.
Byron Bay has a mild, temperate climate, with warm summers and gentle winters. Summer temps range from 20°C to 27°C with winter temps from 12°C up to 20°C.
There is a good choice of accommodation ranging from budget to luxury with some excellent family friendly options available.

Family Accommodation

Discovery Holiday Park

Discovery Holiday Park

The Discovery Holiday Park - Byron Bay is located approximately 2 km north of the Byron town centre. It offers self-contained studio, one, two and 3 bedroom cabins as well as deluxe safari tents. The park has 2 outdoor pools and a water park with a jumping pillow and slides, a BBQ, tennis courts, camp kitchen, hire equipment and restaurant.

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Ingenia Holidays

Ingenia Holidays

Located on 28 park like acres, Ingenia Holidays, Byron Bay is located near Tallows Beach, a short 5 minute drive to central Byron Bay. Accommodation options include villas one, two and 3 bedroom cabins as well as budget and studio cabins. Park features include a playground, kiosk, games room, pool, camp kitchen and ball court.

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Elements Of Byron

Elements Of Byron

Located just north of Byron town centre on Belongil Beach. The resort offers luxury accommodation and world-class facilities on an absolute beachfront location. There are eight luxury freestanding villa options including 2 bedroom villas and luxury one bedroom villas. There is a central lagoon pool, adults only pool, a beach lounge, kids playground and Osprey spa. The Azure Bar and Grill serves breakfast, lunch and dinner daily and there are a number of onsite bars and food options.

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The Oasis Apartments and Treetop Houses

The Oasis

Located near Tallow Beach, just south of Byron Bay, the Oasis Apartments and Treetop Houses are set on 6 acres of natural bushland. The self-service accommodation includes two bedroom Oasis apartments, two bedroom Treetop Houses and three bedroom Vue Luxury Beach Apartments. Facilities include a heated 18m swimming pool and spa, children's wading pool, full gym and sauna, floodlit tennis court, games room and poolside bbq's.

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East On Byron

East On Byron

Located at Belongil Beach a 15-minute walk from the heart of Byron Bay. The landscaped gardens feature a lagoon-style pool. There are 26 luxury villas with a choice of two-bedroom Beach Houses, Terrace Villas, Poolside Villas, The Bay Penthouse, The Byron Penthouse and the Belongil Penthouse. The resort boasts generous open plan interiors that open onto large balconies and spacious courtyards.

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Byron Butter Factory Apartments

Byron Butter Factory Apartments

Located close to the centre of town the Byron Butter Factory Apartments. Accommodation consists of a choice of three bedroom apartments with Poolside Apartments, Warehouse Apartments and Loft Apartments. The air-conditioned apartments have 2 bathrooms, laundry facilities and a fully equipped kitchen. Guests have access to an outdoor pool and a barbecue area set in lovely gardens.

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Byron Bay Regional Markets

Byron Bay Regional Markets

Held on the first Sunday of every month at Main Beach, the Byron Community Markets showcase products from the Byron region artists. There are ceramicists, fashion designers, antique collectors and jewellery makers as well as homewares, clothes, fresh fruit, nuts and veges. You can also enjoy an exciting array of exotic foods and coffee, baked goods and local live music. The second Sunday each month the markets are held at The Channon and the third Sunday at Bangalow.

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The Farm

The Farm

Located just north of Byron, The Farm is an 80 acre working farm that is home to a variety of growers, producers, eateries and educators. Everything grown or raised is produced by chemical free and sustainable methods. There are onsite workshops available for adults and children as well as guided and self-guided tours, animal visits, school holiday activities and a kids playground. Three Blue Ducks run the restaurant, cafe and produce store at The Farm. The restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner and features locally produced fare.

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Byron Hinterland

Byron Hinterland

The Byron Hinterland offers a lot to discover - from heritage listed rainforests and historic towns with fantastic shopping and dining experiences. There are a maize of country roads to explore and numerous towns like Bangalow, Newrybar, Alstonville and Nimbin plus many many more to discover. The beautiful Mount Warning, receiving the first morning light on the Australian mainland, has self -guided tours to the top which take around 2 hours. There are five rainforest national parks to explore as well.

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Cape Byron Lighthouse

Cape Byron Lighthouse

Cape Byron lighthouse was built over 100 years ago to alert ships to Australia's most easterly point. It is located 2km from the Byron township and offers spectacular coastal views along a walking track that takes you through rainforests, beaches and clifftops.It was manually operated until 1989 and is now an automated light visible from the Byron Bay township. A maritime museum, open daily, is situated at the base of the lighthouse gives visitors a unique historical insight into the lighthouse and town of Byron Bay. Tours of the lighthouse are run daily.

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Brunswick Heads

Brunswick Heads

Around 15 minutes drive north of Byron is the seaside town of Brunswick Heads. It offers great surfing, swimming, fishing and water sports with hire facilities available. The beautiful Brunswick River is perfect for a range of activities including fishing and kayaking. Main beach is a popular surfing beach and stretches all the way south to Byron. For families the small Torakina beach, situated at the mouth of the Brunswick River, is a safe swimming beach for kids. It has BBQ and change facilities available. The Brunswick Hotel is a classic Aussie pub with a fantastic beer garden.

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Byron Beaches

Byron Beaches

There are a number of great beaches to choose from in the Byron area. Byron itself has Main beach directly in front of town, Belongil Breach directly north and Clarks beach to the south. All these beaches are patrolled. The Pass is one of the most popular surf breaks in NSW and it's not surprising to see hundreds of surfers there. Wategos is the next beach and it's perfect for families being a sheltered north facing beach. On the southern side of the lighthouse, Tallow Beach stretches for over 6km and is great for surfing and swimming although can be susceptible to rips so stay within the flags.

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Byron Bay family resources

Zephyr Horses

Zephyr Horses

Small personalized horse tours, on the beach, in the beautiful sub-tropical woodlands, and at 'The Farm'.

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Byron Twlight Market

Byron Twlight Market

Boutique stalls of local artisans at Railway Park every Saturday from August through to April.



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Farmers Markets

Farmers Markets

Held every Thursday from 7am - 11am at the Cavanbah Centre.

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Byron Bay Events

Byron Bay Events

There are a variety of world class festivals and events that take place in and around Byron Bay each year.

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The Farm

The Farm

Working farm based on traditional and sustainable methods. Tours, restaurant, produce store, onsite workshops.

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Earth and Sea Pizza

Earth and Sea Pizza

New smaller location but still great tasting pizza. Eat in or take away.

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The Top Shop

The Top Shop

The Top Shop is an old 1950's milk bar serving high quality food and coffee.

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Beach Byron Bay

Beach Byron Bay

Restaurant and kiosk set high on the dunes of Clarkes Beach with fantastic ocean views.

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Chihuahua Taqueria

Chihuahua Taqueria

Popular Mexican restaurant in a little alleyway off the main street in Byron Bay.

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Bay Kebabs

Bay Kebabs

Locally owned Kebab shop serving healthy, fresh and quick food.

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Fishmongers

Fishmongers

Fish shop serving quality seafood. Take away or dine in, centrally located in Bay Lane.

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O-Sushi

Japanese and Asian fusion restaurant with an extensive, ever changing selection of dishes.

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Treehouse Byron Bay

Popular restaurant open for breakfast, lunch and dinner and live music venue.

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Azure Bar and Grill

Azure Bar and Grill

Located at Elements of Byron serving breakfast, lunch and dinner with alfresco family meals.

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The Crystal Castle

The Crystal Castle

Home of the biggest crystals in the world. A short drive from Byron into the hinterland.

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Love Byron Bay

Love Byron Bay

Love Byron Bay Chocolate Boutique & Creperie. Locally made chocolates and crepes.

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Harvest Newrybar

Harvest Newrybar

Harvest Newrybar offers a unique dining experience spanning across a restaurant, historic bakery and local delicatessen.

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Bayleaf Cafe

Bayleaf Cafe

Bayleaf Cafe is one of Byron Bay's favourite breakfast hotspots.

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The Beach Hotel

The Beach Hotel

Byron pub located in centre of town overlooking Main beach with beach views from the beer garden.

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The Rails

The Rails

The Rails Hotel is the best-loved live music venue in Byron Bay, set just back from the main road on Jonson Street.

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Lord Byron Distillery

Lord Byron Distillery

Lord Byron Distillery is a small family owned Australian distillery in Byron Bay. Cellar door tours and tastings.

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Stone & Wood Brewery

Stone & Wood Brewery

Local and independent brewery with guided tours, tasting paddles and food available.

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