“Keeping it Real” - Byron & Surrounds Guide
Neighbourhoods
Ocean Shores is part of the Byron Shire located on the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, Australia. It is right next to Brunswick Valley – a valley including the towns of Mullumbimby and Brunswick Heads. The town has a local shopping complex and a large golf course.
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Ocean Shores
Ocean Shores is part of the Byron Shire located on the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, Australia. It is right next to Brunswick Valley – a valley including the towns of Mullumbimby and Brunswick Heads. The town has a local shopping complex and a large golf course.
Cavvanbah —— The Meeting Place
Byron Bay's original inhabitants are the Arakwal people, who are part of the Bundjalung group. The Arakwal called this area 'Cavvanbah', which means the meeting place, was the name of the settlement until 1894 when it became Byron Bay. Located on the far-north coast of NSW, home to Australia's most easterly point and the iconic Cape Byron lighthouse, the region is known for its unique, green & organic vibe, spectacular beaches, top notch shopping / dining experiences, world-class cultural / music festivals and vibrant community spirit. Beyond the township of Byron Bay, the region includes many seaside villages, quaint hinterland towns, and large regional centres, all with their own unique character.
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Byron Bay
Cavvanbah —— The Meeting Place
Byron Bay's original inhabitants are the Arakwal people, who are part of the Bundjalung group. The Arakwal called this area 'Cavvanbah', which means the meeting place, was the name of the settlement until 1894 when it became Byron Bay. Located on the far-north coast of NSW, home to Australia's most easterly point and the iconic Cape Byron lighthouse, the region is known for its unique, green & organic vibe, spectacular beaches, top notch shopping / dining experiences, world-class cultural / music festivals and vibrant community spirit. Beyond the township of Byron Bay, the region includes many seaside villages, quaint hinterland towns, and large regional centres, all with their own unique character.
Brunswick Heads on the North Coast of NSW is the epitome of the sun-drenched fishing and surfing village lost in time. It’s little wonder the town is the idyllic setting for popular Aussie TV series Sea Change. Look out for kids jumping into the river that dissects the town and surfers offshore chasing legendary waves.
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Brunswick Heads
Brunswick Heads on the North Coast of NSW is the epitome of the sun-drenched fishing and surfing village lost in time. It’s little wonder the town is the idyllic setting for popular Aussie TV series Sea Change. Look out for kids jumping into the river that dissects the town and surfers offshore chasing legendary waves.
Best local pub, best food, best value for money, friendly people, best vibe!
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The Middle Pub
46 Burringbar StBest local pub, best food, best value for money, friendly people, best vibe!
Best Vietnamese! Best chicken baguette filled with fresh herb and beautifully cooked chicken…lots of other authentic options such as curry and pho as well…yummy food & stylish interior!
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Pink Lotus Eatery
72a Burringbar StBest Vietnamese! Best chicken baguette filled with fresh herb and beautifully cooked chicken…lots of other authentic options such as curry and pho as well…yummy food & stylish interior!
Best pizzas in Bruns!…must try the “chicken gourmet” pizza!
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Sticky Fingers Pizzeria
26 Mullumbimbi StBest pizzas in Bruns!…must try the “chicken gourmet” pizza!
Sightseeing
Cape Byron Lighthouse sits on Australia’s most easterly point, a shining light over Byron Bay. Take a guided tour, find out about shipwrecks and enjoy spectacular views. If it’s the right season, remember binoculars - you might catch some whales!
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Cape Byron Light
Cape Byron Walking TrackCape Byron Lighthouse sits on Australia’s most easterly point, a shining light over Byron Bay. Take a guided tour, find out about shipwrecks and enjoy spectacular views. If it’s the right season, remember binoculars - you might catch some whales!
World-Heritage-listed Wollumbin National Park is a great place to walk or picnic and is home to an important cultural landmark, Wollumbin - Mount Warning, the remnant central vent of an ancient volcano named Mount Warning by Captain Cook.
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Mount Warning National Park
Mount Warning RoadWorld-Heritage-listed Wollumbin National Park is a great place to walk or picnic and is home to an important cultural landmark, Wollumbin - Mount Warning, the remnant central vent of an ancient volcano named Mount Warning by Captain Cook.
Guide to Byron’s Beaches
Main Beach is the closest beach to Byron’s town centre, for this reason, it’s also busiest. The beach runs from the seawall at Belongil Beach down to Clarkes Beach and is located directly in front of Byron Bay’s iconic Beach Hotel.
Details:
+ Family friendly as it is patrolled.
+ Dog-friendly from a point adjacent to Manfred Street, Belongil, extending in an easterly direction to a point on the western side of Main Beach car park.
+ Close to shops, cafes and restaurants.
+ Has a grassy area for picnics as well as a park.
+ Has plenty of parking available.
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Main Beach, Byron Bay
Main BeachMain Beach is the closest beach to Byron’s town centre, for this reason, it’s also busiest. The beach runs from the seawall at Belongil Beach down to Clarkes Beach and is located directly in front of Byron Bay’s iconic Beach Hotel.
Details:
+ Family friendly as it is patrolled.
+ Dog-friendly from a point adjacent to Manfred Street, Belongil, extending in an easterly direction to a point on the western side of Main Beach car park.
+ Close to shops, cafes and restaurants.
+ Has a grassy area for picnics as well as a park.
+ Has plenty of parking available.
The Pass is located at the northern end of town just off Lighthouse road, it is arguably Byron’s most famous surf spot and definitely my favourite beach. The scenic views and calm cove makes this spot not only popular with instagrammers but great for locals, surfers and families.
Details:
+Great for families because of its calm cove
+Has parking available
+The Passs Cafe is located just above the carpark and serves a range of salads, burgers, coffees and smoothies.
+Has a great lookout
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The Pass
The Pass is located at the northern end of town just off Lighthouse road, it is arguably Byron’s most famous surf spot and definitely my favourite beach. The scenic views and calm cove makes this spot not only popular with instagrammers but great for locals, surfers and families.
Details:
+Great for families because of its calm cove
+Has parking available
+The Passs Cafe is located just above the carpark and serves a range of salads, burgers, coffees and smoothies.
+Has a great lookout
Located just below the Cape Byron Lighthouse, Wategos beach is oozing with character and charm. Easily one of the most picturesque beaches in the area and just an easy five-minute drive from Byron’s town centre or a thirty-minute walk along Byron’s famous walking track.
Details:
+Limited parking available.
+Sheltered beach perfect for families.
+Picnic benches and barbecues available.
+Rae’s of Wategoes Restaurant close by.
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Wategos Strand
Located just below the Cape Byron Lighthouse, Wategos beach is oozing with character and charm. Easily one of the most picturesque beaches in the area and just an easy five-minute drive from Byron’s town centre or a thirty-minute walk along Byron’s famous walking track.
Details:
+Limited parking available.
+Sheltered beach perfect for families.
+Picnic benches and barbecues available.
+Rae’s of Wategoes Restaurant close by.
This 7km stretch of beach is located just outside the heart of Byron Bay and is perfect for swimming, birdwatching, whale watching, beach fishing, and just basking in the sun! This beach is unpatrolled and can be prone to rips and strong currents, but in the right conditions can offer a decent surf break.
Details:
+ Unpatrolled and can have rips and strong currents
+ Near a national park so perfect place for birdwatching
+ Long stretch of sand out of the heart of Byron Bay
+ Dog friendly from Jarman Street, Suffolk Park, extending in a northerly direction to the boundary of the Arakwal National Park.
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Tallow Strand
This 7km stretch of beach is located just outside the heart of Byron Bay and is perfect for swimming, birdwatching, whale watching, beach fishing, and just basking in the sun! This beach is unpatrolled and can be prone to rips and strong currents, but in the right conditions can offer a decent surf break.
Details:
+ Unpatrolled and can have rips and strong currents
+ Near a national park so perfect place for birdwatching
+ Long stretch of sand out of the heart of Byron Bay
+ Dog friendly from Jarman Street, Suffolk Park, extending in a northerly direction to the boundary of the Arakwal National Park.
Byron Shopping
Byron Liquor
4 Lawson StA great local surf shop.
Byron eateries
The Top Shop
65 Carlyle StGreat local cafe @ Byron bay
Bombay to Byron - Authentic Indian Food
93 Jonson StOur favourite Indian in Byron
One of two favourite Japanese places. This place goes toe to toe with other Japanese ‘Kinoko’, and ‘Japonaise’ kitchen
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OSushi Restaurant Byron Bay
90-96 Jonson StOne of two favourite Japanese places. This place goes toe to toe with other Japanese ‘Kinoko’, and ‘Japonaise’ kitchen
Kinoko
23 Jonson StA great Japanese place
Great for a quick burger or salad - absolutely delicious.
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Beloporto Burger Bar
73-75 Jonson StGreat for a quick burger or salad - absolutely delicious.
Japonaise Kitchen
25-27 Lawson StA great local Japanese that locals enjoy
Miss Margarita
2 Jonson StIf you love Mexican food, miss margaritas is a must.
Orient Express
2 Fletcher StAsian fusion cuisine with very generous portions
Great place for your standard fish and chips and seafood dishes and other Australian meals. Fishheads also has a great view on the beach.
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Fishheads
1 Jonson StGreat place for your standard fish and chips and seafood dishes and other Australian meals. Fishheads also has a great view on the beach.
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Markets
Farmers Market is on every Thurs morning at the Cavenbah sports ground. Byron Market, the biggest in the area, is on every first Sunday of the month. Also, there’s Artisan Market on every Sat afternoon at Jonson Street.
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Look for free parking (At Byron)
When travelling we advise that you prioritise free parking over a more convenient parking spot. This will help save a heap of money.