Places to go
Getting to Byron Bay
Ballina Byron Gateway Airport (BNK) is 35km (22mi) from Byron Bay and services domestic arrivals
Gold Coast Airport (OOL) is 66km (41mi) from Byron Bay and services international and domestic arrivals
Hire cars and shuttle services are available from both airports
Hire cars are also available in Byron Bay
When to visit
An iconic beach destination, Byron Bay is a great place to holiday at any time of the year. The spring months are warm and relatively dry, so you may want to time your visit before the busy summer holiday season. Come in autumn and you’ll still enjoy good beach weather. The best surfing conditions generally occur in winter.
- High season: Spring and summer (September to February)
- Low season: Winter (June to August)
- Don’t miss: The line-up of music, art and food festivals that happen year-round
Top places to go around Byron Bay and Surround
Visit to the lighthouse
Byron Bay’s iconic lighthouse sits at mainland Australia’s most easterly point, making for some epic views. One of the best ways to see the lighthouse is along the Cape Byron Lighthouse Track. This walking loop is magical at sunrise and sunset.
Explore the hinterland
You only need to take a short drive inland from Byron to discover its hinterland gems. Quirky towns, exceptional regional restaurants and dense rainforests make for a day (or more!) that will have you filled to the brim with fresh air and local fare.
Visit The Farm
A working farm in the hills of Byron Bay, The Farm is a foodie’s delight. Not only is it home to a restaurant, but also farm animals, gardens, a bakery and more. Plus, workshops teach visitors about everything from breadmaking to flower arranging.
Browse local boutiques
Experience Coastal Bliss at Birdsong Beach Retreat
Holiday Season Special – Enjoy the sunshine and beach with 10% Off when you book a minimum stay of 3 nights – use code Sunny10
Discount is applied to the nightly tariff only. For bookings from October 1 to December 12 2025
Sharpe’s Beach : 5 min walk
Angels Beach : 1 min drive
Lake Ainsworth Sport and Recreation Centre : 13 min drive
Ballina, NSW (BNK-Ballina – Byron Gateway)
Airport, Ballina, NSW (BNK-Ballina – Byron Gateway)
8 min drive
