Best Museums in Byron Bay (2026)
Planning your next outing? These are 14 of the best museums in Byron Bay right now, whether you're after a lazy weekend, a day with the kids or somewhere new to explore. We rank each one by our Spot Score and keep the list fresh, so you're always seeing what's actually worth your time.
Rain or shine, Byron Bay's museums are a rewarding few hours — from natural history and science to local heritage. Many offer free general entry, with ticketed special exhibitions.
14 spots
Ballina Naval and Maritime Museum
Museum featuring a historic raft, extensive models of ships & other related dioramas & artefacts.
The Farm Byron Bay
Working farm, plant nursery & sustainable market garden with tours, an onsite restaurant & a bakery.
Evans Head Heritage Aviation Museum (F111 Museum)
Evans Head Heritage Aviation Museum (F111 Museum) is a museum in Byron Bay, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.7-star Google rating from 337 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 63/100.
Tweed Regional Museum - Murwillumbah
Tweed Regional Museum - Murwillumbah is a museum in Lennox Head, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.6-star Google rating from 183 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 60/100.
Muckware Ceramics Studio
Muckware Ceramics Studio is a museum in Newrybar, Byron Bay. It holds a 5.0-star Google rating from 37 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 57/100.
Bangalow Heritage House Museum
Bangalow Heritage House Museum is a museum in Byron Bay, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.5-star Google rating from 69 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 55/100.
Crawford House Museum
Crawford House Museum is a museum in Bangalow, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.8-star Google rating from 10 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 49/100.
Haven Gallery Byron Bay
Haven Gallery Byron Bay is a museum in Byron Bay, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.1-star Google rating from 27 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 49/100.
Evans Head Living Museum
Evans Head Living Museum is a museum in Bangalow, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.7-star Google rating from 10 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 48/100.
Mullumbimby Museum
Mullumbimby Museum is a museum in Bangalow, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.4-star Google rating from 14 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 48/100.
Brunswick Valley Historical Society Inc Museum And Park
Brunswick Valley Historical Society Inc Museum And Park is a museum in Byron Bay, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.5-star Google rating from 10 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 47/100.
CoastSnap Byron Community Beach Monitoring
CoastSnap Byron Community Beach Monitoring is a museum in Byron Bay, Byron Bay. It holds a 5.0-star Google rating from 5 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 46/100.
Ballina District Historical Museum
Ballina District Historical Museum is a museum in Lennox Head, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.8-star Google rating from 5 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 46/100.
Aboriginal Museum
Aboriginal Museum is a museum in Bangalow, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.6-star Google rating from 7 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 41/100.
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Read guide →Museums in Byron Bay — FAQs
What are the best museums in Byron Bay?+
Our top-rated museums in Byron Bay are ranked by our Spot Score, which combines Google ratings, review volume, category fit and how recently we verified the details. The highest scorers appear at the top of this page.
How is the Byron Bay museums ranking decided?+
We blend independent signals — Google star ratings and review counts, popularity, the quality of available information and freshness — into a single Spot Score out of 100. It's an editorial score, not a paid placement.
Can I filter museums by suburb or price?+
Yes. Use the filters to narrow by suburb, minimum rating, price level, whether a place is open now, and features like dog-friendly or outdoor seating.
How many museums are listed in Byron Bay?+
We currently feature 14 museums across Byron Bay and surrounding suburbs, and we add and re-check venues regularly.