Looking for the best tourist attractions in Byron Bay? We've gathered 21 standout spots in this corner of Byron Bay, each ranked by our independent Spot Score so the strongest picks rise to the top. Byron Bay has its own character, and the tourist attractions here reflect it — from neighbourhood favourites locals keep to themselves to places worth a special trip across town. Use the filters to narrow by price, rating, what's open right now and the features that matter to you, then open the map to plan your visit around what else is nearby. We re-check details regularly, so opening hours and information stay current.
First time in Byron Bay, or showing visitors around? These are the landmark sights and must-see attractions that define the city — the places worth building a day around.
21 spots in Byron Bay
Cape Byron Lighthouse is an attraction in Byron Bay, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.7-star Google rating from 9430 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 68/100.
Most Easterly Point of the Australian Mainland is an attraction in Byron Bay, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.8-star Google rating from 695 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 67/100.
Popular hiking loop with ocean views, a lighthouse, wildlife sightings & picnic spots.
Picturesque coastal headland nature preserve with a Victorian lighthouse & walking trails.
A stunning, iconic beach at Byron Bay, rated 4.8 across more than 160 reviews.
Well-known scenic point known for its views of Byron Bay beach, dolphins & surfers.
Main Beach, Byron Bay is an attraction in Byron Bay, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.7-star Google rating from 93 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 59/100.
Scenic point offering elevated looks at the beach & bay, as well as sunrise views.
Guided sunrise hikes from Byron Bay through Cape Byron’s nature trails, with wildlife insights, breathwork and a lighthouse finish.
Byron Bay Lighthouse is an attraction in Byron Bay, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.7-star Google rating from 392 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 58/100.
A coastal beach in Arakwal National Park near Byron Bay for swimming, fishing, birdwatching, whale watching and beach walks.
Popular, rustic surfing beach with offshore remains of a shipwreck that can be seen above the water.
The stunning Cape Byron Lookout in Byron Bay with a 4.8 rating across 85 reviews.
Byron Bay Water Tank Art is an attraction in Byron Bay, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.7-star Google rating from 9 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 48/100.
Cape Byron/Tallow Beach Lookout is an attraction in Byron Bay, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.9-star Google rating from 19 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 47/100.
A breathtaking coastal lookout near Cape Byron at Byron Bay with a 4.9 rating across 15 reviews.
Self-drive and guided 4WD adventures from the Byron Bay area, combining beach driving, forest tracks, off-road instruction and camping.
A lovely natural spot near Suffolk Park and Byron Bay with a 4.7 rating across 6 reviews.
The tourist attractions in Byron Bay listed here are ranked by our Spot Score — our independent editorial rating out of 100, combining reputation, popularity, category fit and how recently we verified the details. The highest scorers appear first.
We currently feature 21 tourist attractions in Byron Bay, and we add and re-check venues regularly so the list stays current.
Byron Bay is one of Byron Bay's neighbourhoods — open any venue's page for its exact location, nearby public-transport stops and a map. See our Getting Around guide for tickets and fares.