cruise like a local - Must Visit list
Sightseeing
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 Byron Bay township.
Learn more about this iconic white tower and find out about shipwrecks and stories from the sea in the Maritime Museum below.
You’ll enjoy some of the best views of the ocean and hinterland on the entire coast, including regular sightings of turtles, dolphins and humpback whales.
402 locals recommend
Cape Byron Lighthouse
Cape Byron Walking TrackBuilt 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 Byron Bay township.
Learn more about this iconic white tower and find out about shipwrecks and stories from the sea in the Maritime Museum below.
You’ll enjoy some of the best views of the ocean and hinterland on the entire coast, including regular sightings of turtles, dolphins and humpback whales.
Tallow Beach
Clarkes Beach
Wategos Beach
Belongil Beach
Broken Head Nature Reserve
Broken Head Reserve RoadPat Morton Lookout
Immerse yourself in the peace and tranquility of the Crystal Castle and Shambhala Gardens in Byron Bay where you can enjoy some of the biggest crystals in the world and take part in healing walks through the bamboo paths and meditations.
350 locals recommend
Crystal Castle & Shambhala Gardens
81 Monet DrImmerse yourself in the peace and tranquility of the Crystal Castle and Shambhala Gardens in Byron Bay where you can enjoy some of the biggest crystals in the world and take part in healing walks through the bamboo paths and meditations.
Get amongst the beautiful Byron hinterland and explore the natural wonder of the World Heritage listed Nightcap National Park - a nice walk to the spectacular Minyon Falls.
362 locals recommend
Minyon Falls lookout
Minyon Platform TrackGet amongst the beautiful Byron hinterland and explore the natural wonder of the World Heritage listed Nightcap National Park - a nice walk to the spectacular Minyon Falls.
A great place for family especially with young children - fun & educational
87 locals recommend
Macadamia Castle
419 Hinterland WyA great place for family especially with young children - fun & educational
Food scene
Located on 80 acres of Byron Shire’s most lush and verdant agricultural land, The Farm is a sustainable food tourism experience celebrating the daily rituals around food production, preparation and consumption. A visit to the world famous organic restaurant “Three Blue Ducks” is a must.
396 locals recommend
The Farm Byron Bay
11 Ewingsdale RdLocated on 80 acres of Byron Shire’s most lush and verdant agricultural land, The Farm is a sustainable food tourism experience celebrating the daily rituals around food production, preparation and consumption. A visit to the world famous organic restaurant “Three Blue Ducks” is a must.
Perched high above the bustling streets of Byron Bay, Balcony Bar & Oyster Co. specializing in oysters, cocktails and seafood.
190 locals recommend
The Balcony Bar & Oyster Co.
3 Lawson StreetPerched high above the bustling streets of Byron Bay, Balcony Bar & Oyster Co. specializing in oysters, cocktails and seafood.
Best seafood restaurant with the best view right on the Main Beach, and best fish & chips takeaway also!
31 locals recommend
Fishheads
1 Jonson StBest seafood restaurant with the best view right on the Main Beach, and best fish & chips takeaway also!
Always packed with the coolest people in Byron, a locals’ favorite stop-by for brekky or a quick lunch, Top Shop is a must visit when you around the Clark Beach or on the way to the Lighthouse...
183 locals recommend
The Top Shop
65 Carlyle StAlways packed with the coolest people in Byron, a locals’ favorite stop-by for brekky or a quick lunch, Top Shop is a must visit when you around the Clark Beach or on the way to the Lighthouse...
Iconic cafe on the Main Street of Byron, perfect for breakfast/ lunch before or after beach or shopping...or a chilled dinner with live music...
29 locals recommend
Byron Fresh
7 Jonson StIconic cafe on the Main Street of Byron, perfect for breakfast/ lunch before or after beach or shopping...or a chilled dinner with live music...
One of the best, and certainly one of the busiest cafe right in town...
158 locals recommend
Bayleaf Cafe
2A Marvell StOne of the best, and certainly one of the busiest cafe right in town...
Great vibe, live music from local artists, wood fried pizza, right across the road on Belongil Beach
159 locals recommend
Treehouse on Belongil
25 Childe StGreat vibe, live music from local artists, wood fried pizza, right across the road on Belongil Beach
Contemporary fusion Chinese / Asian cuisine - 5 stars chefs with very generous portions!
32 locals recommend
Orient Express
2 Fletcher StContemporary fusion Chinese / Asian cuisine - 5 stars chefs with very generous portions!
Award winning Japanese restaurant right at the heart of Byron
59 locals recommend
OSushi Restaurant Byron Bay
90-96 Jonson StAward winning Japanese restaurant right at the heart of Byron
Run by a local Japanese family, this little friendly Japanese restaurant offers the most authentic & gourmet Japanese food in Byron! - must try their homemade curry udon and Lychee lemonade!
21 locals recommend
Japonaise Kitchen
25-27 Lawson StRun by a local Japanese family, this little friendly Japanese restaurant offers the most authentic & gourmet Japanese food in Byron! - must try their homemade curry udon and Lychee lemonade!
Stone & Wood Brewery
100 Centennial CctFresh beer tasting and more...
Hidden in the Art & Industrial area of Byron, a must visit if you love organic vegetarian food, middle Eastern style, wood fried pocket bread & pizza, fresh salads and more....
6 locals recommend
OCA Organic Cuisine & Arts
6 Tasman WayHidden in the Art & Industrial area of Byron, a must visit if you love organic vegetarian food, middle Eastern style, wood fried pocket bread & pizza, fresh salads and more....
Red Ginger
111 Jonson StA quick dim sum & Chinese / Japanese / Asian homeware and groceries
Miss Margarita
2 Jonson StBest Mexican food and obviously, best margaritas in Byron
Arguably the best Chicken Burger & chips in Byron ( and chicken burgers only no fish nor any others ) - if you just want to grab a quick bite!
6 locals recommend
Beloporto Burger Bar
73-75 Jonson StArguably the best Chicken Burger & chips in Byron ( and chicken burgers only no fish nor any others ) - if you just want to grab a quick bite!