Byron Bay in Australia

With its numerous beaches, unspoiled hinterland, and relaxed lifestyle, Byron Bay is a popular tourist destination in Australia.

Byron Bay is located on the northern coast of NSW in the Northern Rivers region, just off the Pacific Highway, about 800kms north of Sydney and about 175 kms south of Brisbane. It is a gorgeous 30 km stretch of sandy beaches with a small town of the same name at one end. It is an important Centre for alternate living with extremely diverse cultures and has world famous surfing beaches. Beaches can be found on either side of the town and there are numerous rocky headlands providing perfect vantage points and ideal fishing platforms. Some local points and beaches are considered by surfers to be some of the best surfing beaches in the area. The water is crystal clear and you might see small fishes swimming by. Humpbacked whales regularly migrate in August back to Antarctica, if you are here around that time, you might see them. Off the beaches Byron Bay tourism offers many cultural attractions such as the weekly markets, a vibrant shopping area, local music festivals. Overall it is a laid back place, popular with those seeking an alternative lifestyle.

It is also home to many artists and writers who are inspired by all the natural beauty this destination provides. The Cape Byron Lighthouse is absolutely gorgeous with several boardwalks going to various parts of the beach. The lighthouse is the easternmost point on mainland Australia.

Climate:
The climate of Byron Bay is sub-tropical with warm days in both Summer and Winter and quite a high rainfall giving rise to beautiful stretches of coastal rainforest. With average summer temperatures between 21C - 28C, and average winter temperatures between 15C - 21C, visitors are able to enjoy plenty of outdoor activities including the many festivals throughout the year. Therefore anytime is a good time to come for Byron Bay tourism.

Byron Bay Tourism Attractions:
Cape Byron Lighthouse,
Lake Ainsworth,
Julian Rocks Aquatic Reserve,
Arts & Industrial area,
Captain cook memorial light house,
Markets
Unique cafes and restaurant serving regional cuisine.

Byron Bay Tourism Activities:
Boating and Canoeing;
Explore potteries, galleries and craft shops,

Accommodation:
It has a variety of accommodation options including hotels, motels, houses, apartments, cottages and more. With tourists pouring in all year around, it is an expensive place, therefore it is recommended to get your reservation done in advance.





Tip of the day
Tip #6. Try to get the local and national newspapers or simply go to the internet for reports on the area you will be traveling to and look for civil unrest, government and monetary issues, travelers' warnings and alerts, and storm watches.