Byron Bay
The iconic coastal town of Byron Bay on the NSW Northern Rivers with a 3.8 rating across 5 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
Byron Bay is the beloved coastal town at the heart of the NSW Northern Rivers, Australia's most easterly point. With 5 reviews behind its 3.8 rating, it's a genuinely iconic destination.
The appeal is one of Australia's most-loved coastal towns — Byron Bay, famous for its gorgeous beaches, the landmark lighthouse at Cape Byron, the relaxed and creative atmosphere, the dining and the surf, a genuine bucket-list favourite for travellers and locals alike. There's a reason it draws visitors from around the world.
A town this popular has plenty going on, with businesses, events and seasonal conditions varying, and it gets very busy in peak periods. To make the most of your visit, it's worth checking the current details for anything specific you're planning — and take your time enjoying the beaches, the lighthouse walk and the laid-back atmosphere.
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- Monday
- Closed
- TuesdayToday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- Closed
- Thursday
- Closed
- Friday
- Closed
- Saturday
- Closed
- Sunday
- 00:00 – 23:59
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 55
- Popularity
- 24
- Information quality
- 0
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
- Few reviews available — score reflects limited evidence.
Nearby venues
Namaste Byron
Namaste Byron is a restaurant in Byron Bay, Byron Bay. It holds a 5.0-star Google rating from 302 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 67/100.
Yuco
Yuco is a restaurant in Ocean Shores, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.8-star Google rating from 13 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 44/100.
The Mez Club
$$$The Mez Club is a restaurant in Byron Bay, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.5-star Google rating from 1548 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 65/100.
Threeways Byron Bay
Threeways Byron Bay is a restaurant in Ocean Shores, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.9-star Google rating from 78 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 55/100.
More tourist attractions in Byron Bay
Cape Byron Lighthouse
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.
Wild Byron
Wild Byron is an attraction in Brunswick Heads, Byron Bay. It holds a 5.0-star Google rating from 421 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 68/100.
Cape Byron Walking Track
Popular hiking loop with ocean views, a lighthouse, wildlife sightings & picnic spots.
Most Easterly Point of the Australian Mainland
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.