Byron Bay Lighthouse
The iconic Byron Bay Lighthouse, Australia's most easterly point, with a 4.7 rating across 392 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
The Byron Bay Lighthouse stands on Cape Byron at the end of Brownell Drive in Byron Bay, marking the most easterly point of mainland Australia. A strong 4.7 rating from 392 reviews reflects its standing as a much-loved landmark.
The appeal is one of the region's genuine icons — a historic, striking lighthouse with breathtaking coastal views, whale-watching in season and the famous Cape Byron walking track, a bucket-list spot to catch the sunrise or simply soak up the scenery. It's an unmissable highlight of any Byron trip.
Access, parking, walking tracks and conditions vary, and it gets very busy in peak periods and at sunrise. To make the most of your visit, it's worth checking the current access and parking details directly before you go — bring good shoes, sun protection and water for the walk.
Practical details
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 86
- Popularity
- 79
- Information quality
- 0
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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