Byron Bay / Belongil
Food scene
Great coffee, juice and chill vibe. Excellent specialty stores
33 locals recommend
Habitat Lifestyle Precinct
1 Porter StGreat coffee, juice and chill vibe. Excellent specialty stores
Home to arguably the world's greatest eggs Benedict, with house-made Hollandaise sauce. Great waffles, excellent roast potatoes and OMG everything on the menu is amazing.
18 locals recommend
Dip Cafe
25 Fletcher StHome to arguably the world's greatest eggs Benedict, with house-made Hollandaise sauce. Great waffles, excellent roast potatoes and OMG everything on the menu is amazing.
Handmade pizza with class; not your cheapy-takeaway. While you wait, enjoy a game of pinball, grab some fairy-floss (cotton candy) for the kids, and if the bottleshop next door is open, then BYO :)
Legend Pizza
3 Jonson StHandmade pizza with class; not your cheapy-takeaway. While you wait, enjoy a game of pinball, grab some fairy-floss (cotton candy) for the kids, and if the bottleshop next door is open, then BYO :)
Scenic brunch spot with a twist! Leave the pets at home and bring the kids to see the farm animals. Locally grown produce comes straight from farm to kitchen. Even the water is sourced from the farm, using solar-powered dehumidifiers.
396 locals recommend
The Farm Byron Bay
11 Ewingsdale RdScenic brunch spot with a twist! Leave the pets at home and bring the kids to see the farm animals. Locally grown produce comes straight from farm to kitchen. Even the water is sourced from the farm, using solar-powered dehumidifiers.
Local produce sold by local farmers. Get some bargains and maybe a few tips on growing your own
61 locals recommend
Byron Farmers Market
Butler StreetLocal produce sold by local farmers. Get some bargains and maybe a few tips on growing your own
Fishheads
1 Jonson StExcellent seafood right on the beach
Byron Beach
45-47 Massinger StHigh-end dining right on the beach
Great coffee, outdoor dining and excellent breakfast spot. There may be a wait, but that's because it's worth it ;)
158 locals recommend
Bayleaf Cafe
2A Marvell StGreat coffee, outdoor dining and excellent breakfast spot. There may be a wait, but that's because it's worth it ;)
The Top Shop
65 Carlyle StBreakfast, burgers and bagus beans ;)
Sightseeing
How many people do you know who have travelled on a solar-powered train? Be the first to astonish your friends with your story ;)
19 locals recommend
Byron Bay Train
Bayshore DriveHow many people do you know who have travelled on a solar-powered train? Be the first to astonish your friends with your story ;)
A short walk through the greenspace to supermarket, pub or a gorgeous beach
73 locals recommend
Belongil Beach
A short walk through the greenspace to supermarket, pub or a gorgeous beach
Hey, it's a lighthouse on the easternmost point of Australia's mainland. Technically you can watch the sunrise before everyone else :)
17 locals recommend
Lighthouse Road
Lighthouse RoadHey, it's a lighthouse on the easternmost point of Australia's mainland. Technically you can watch the sunrise before everyone else :)
Get your hippie on and see displays of towering crystals, amethysts and quartz. Many insta-friendly outdoor marvels, so bring your camera and you best linen shirt ;)
350 locals recommend
Crystal Castle & Shambhala Gardens
81 Monet DrGet your hippie on and see displays of towering crystals, amethysts and quartz. Many insta-friendly outdoor marvels, so bring your camera and you best linen shirt ;)
Worth a short drive to visit the haven of hippie style, a hundred types of incense and other things you just cannot find anywhere else
Abracadabra
46 Byron StreetWorth a short drive to visit the haven of hippie style, a hundred types of incense and other things you just cannot find anywhere else
Enjoy the beach where Crocodile Dundee himself, Paul Hogan strode the sand; long before Chris "Thor" Hemsworth called it home. Great cafes and restaurants nearby
79 locals recommend
Main Beach, Byron Bay
Main BeachEnjoy the beach where Crocodile Dundee himself, Paul Hogan strode the sand; long before Chris "Thor" Hemsworth called it home. Great cafes and restaurants nearby
One for the fans: see the birthplace of famous Aussie rapper "Iggy Azalea". Iggy grew up locally in "Mullum" (as the locals call it), then known as little Amethyst Amelia Kelly, one of three kids living in Azalea St Mullum, with their dog Iggy.
180 locals recommend
Mullumbimby
One for the fans: see the birthplace of famous Aussie rapper "Iggy Azalea". Iggy grew up locally in "Mullum" (as the locals call it), then known as little Amethyst Amelia Kelly, one of three kids living in Azalea St Mullum, with their dog Iggy.
So much in Ballina, also known as "Ballina by the sea". Historic landmarks from the logging days, old cemeteries, canoe around the entire town or drop into the waterpark.
38 locals recommend
Ballina
So much in Ballina, also known as "Ballina by the sea". Historic landmarks from the logging days, old cemeteries, canoe around the entire town or drop into the waterpark.
A village lost in the 1960's, replete with rainbows, real-life hippies and a Weed Museum. Be warned that you may be offered "local produce" from farmers that is not-so-legal. "Just say No, Thanks" and try some vegetarian food from the local cafe instead
78 locals recommend
Nimbin
A village lost in the 1960's, replete with rainbows, real-life hippies and a Weed Museum. Be warned that you may be offered "local produce" from farmers that is not-so-legal. "Just say No, Thanks" and try some vegetarian food from the local cafe instead
Mr Vintage
6 Centennial CctRetro-a-go-go :) Vintage clothes and worth a browse
who doesn't love a good locally-produced beer? Have a tour and try a few tipples
97 locals recommend
Stone & Wood Brewery
100 Centennial Cctwho doesn't love a good locally-produced beer? Have a tour and try a few tipples
shopping
100% Pets
55 Centennial Cctone for the pet lovers
Traveler advice
Getting around
Bicycle, scooter, or walk to avoid traffic jams
Even paradise can get busy at times, and during peak season, you may experience long delays going in or out of town, or to the beach. Car traffic can queue across roundabouts and intersections. You will see many people with bikes, scooters or casually strolling around with a smile because they are not stuck in traffic ;)
Ways to save
Woolworths and Aldi: not just for groceries
Forgot to pack your hat, thongs, socks or underwear? The main street in town can be expensive as it is often upmarket fashion, not $5 (flip-flops) thongs or $2 jocks. You can occasionally buy cheaper emergency clothing top-ups at Aldi or Woolworths.
The Retro Clothing store in Centennial Drive is just a walk from the house. You will also find thrift shops such as Lifeline, SVDP ("Vinnies"), Global Ripple Op Shop or Salvos in the main part of town.
Ways to save
cheap and cheery vegetarian food
Many great restaurants offer fine dining for gourmets at appropriate prices. If you are looking for some cheap and cheery homestyle comfort food, try the old "Govindas" (rebadged as The Cardamom Pod) in Lawson St. Meals are made with love and budget-friendly enough for backpackers. Stocks can run out fast during peak season, so be early.
Don't miss
So much to see and do, all the time :)
Byron
Byron Bay is known for its pristine, white sand beaches and world-famous surf breaks. Experienced surfers know that Byron’s breaks make for some of the best surfing in Australia. Belongil Beach in particular has breaks suitable to all levels of ability.
There are also numerous other attractions, including comedy, bands, pubs, clubs, yoga, sports, fine dining, beach eats and much more.
Check out some of the upcoming and ongoing events at the following sites
eventbrite .com .au -- "Byron Bay"
byronbay .com /whats-on
Traveling with kids
Hire of cots, prams etc
We utilise the services of Byron Bay Holiday Hire for fresh sheets, towels etc. Suzy also specialises in highchairs, booster seats, prams, cots and more. Just visit the Byronbayholidayhire website and tell Suzy you were referred by Jeremy & Jenny :)