Marjolein's Guidebook
Beaches
The best beaches to visit in the Byron Shire.
Torakina beach is the cutest little beach located in gorgeous Brunswick Heads. It’s great for swimming and snorkeling. At high tide the water is often crystal clear.
48 locals recommend
Torakina Beach
Torakina beach is the cutest little beach located in gorgeous Brunswick Heads. It’s great for swimming and snorkeling. At high tide the water is often crystal clear.
This beautiful beach goes for kilometers both ways. It’s accessible for dog owners too!
17 locals recommend
New Brighton Beach
This beautiful beach goes for kilometers both ways. It’s accessible for dog owners too!
Harris Hills Beach, more well known as Christmas Beach, is an absolute gem and only a 10 minute drive from the B&B. Set on a corner, it has the beautiful Brunswick River (amazing at high tide) and the ocean right next to each other. It’s often way less crowded than the other Brunswick beaches, because of its secluded access right from the Ocean Shores Village. Drive all the way down to the very end of the gravel road for a parking and the easiest access.
10 locals recommend
Heaven/Harrys Hill/ Christmas Beach
Harris Hills Beach, more well known as Christmas Beach, is an absolute gem and only a 10 minute drive from the B&B. Set on a corner, it has the beautiful Brunswick River (amazing at high tide) and the ocean right next to each other. It’s often way less crowded than the other Brunswick beaches, because of its secluded access right from the Ocean Shores Village. Drive all the way down to the very end of the gravel road for a parking and the easiest access.
Can’t miss out on this Byron Bay beauty, surrounded by the most expensive houses of the Byron Shire. While being there don’t forget to check out Rae’s at Wategos for lunch or maybe you’ve even made yourself an advanced reservation for a very special dinner.
158 locals recommend
Wategos Beach
Can’t miss out on this Byron Bay beauty, surrounded by the most expensive houses of the Byron Shire. While being there don’t forget to check out Rae’s at Wategos for lunch or maybe you’ve even made yourself an advanced reservation for a very special dinner.
Have you never been to Byron Bay? Then navigate yourself to this beach and you’ll be right in the heart of Byron Bay.
79 locals recommend
Main Beach, Byron Bay
Main BeachHave you never been to Byron Bay? Then navigate yourself to this beach and you’ll be right in the heart of Byron Bay.
South Golden Beach
Sightseeing
Away from the crowds of Byron, yet just 15 minutes from Byron Bay, you’ll find Broken Heads Nature Reserve. Take a beautiful walk through the rainforest, bring a picnic for on the beach or climb up to the look out. Don’t forget to keep an eye on the ocean: dolphins are around year round.
22 locals recommend
Broken Head Nature Reserve
Broken Head Reserve RoadAway from the crowds of Byron, yet just 15 minutes from Byron Bay, you’ll find Broken Heads Nature Reserve. Take a beautiful walk through the rainforest, bring a picnic for on the beach or climb up to the look out. Don’t forget to keep an eye on the ocean: dolphins are around year round.
A short scenic journey into Byron Bay’s hinterland takes you to Crystal Castle.
Stand between two of the tallest crystals on earth. Sit in an ancient amethyst cave.
Wander through the tranquil Shambhala Gardens and rainforest.
Indulge in a delicious lunch and homemade desserts.
350 locals recommend
Crystal Castle & Shambhala Gardens
81 Monet DrA short scenic journey into Byron Bay’s hinterland takes you to Crystal Castle.
Stand between two of the tallest crystals on earth. Sit in an ancient amethyst cave.
Wander through the tranquil Shambhala Gardens and rainforest.
Indulge in a delicious lunch and homemade desserts.
When in Byron don’t forget the amazing hinterland! Get in touch with us to plan a beautiful day chasing waterfalls, walking through (rain-)forest and enjoying rolling hills.
69 locals recommend
Protesters Falls
Protester Falls TrackWhen in Byron don’t forget the amazing hinterland! Get in touch with us to plan a beautiful day chasing waterfalls, walking through (rain-)forest and enjoying rolling hills.
Things to do on a rainy day
For rainy or sunny days :)
The Kiva Spa in Mullumbimby is just 15 minutes away and is the perfect activity on rainy days or even when the sun shines. Great value for money.
57 locals recommend
The Kiva Spa
McGougans LaneThe Kiva Spa in Mullumbimby is just 15 minutes away and is the perfect activity on rainy days or even when the sun shines. Great value for money.
Check out the Brunswick Picture House website for all information on shows, concerts and stand up comedy in this great venue with cult status.
67 locals recommend
Brunswick Picture House
30 Fingal StCheck out the Brunswick Picture House website for all information on shows, concerts and stand up comedy in this great venue with cult status.
The Stone and Wood Brewery is a great outing for rainy days. Tours, food and of course beer are part of the deal here. The Tasting Room is walk-ins only, so you don’t require a booking for beers and lunch but must make a booking for the brewery tours through their website.
97 locals recommend
Stone & Wood Brewery
100 Centennial CctThe Stone and Wood Brewery is a great outing for rainy days. Tours, food and of course beer are part of the deal here. The Tasting Room is walk-ins only, so you don’t require a booking for beers and lunch but must make a booking for the brewery tours through their website.
This high class art gallery, also hosting the yearly Archibald price exhibition is definitely worth a visit. There’s a lovely cafe with pretty views over the hinterland right next to the gallery.
283 locals recommend
Tweed Regional Gallery & Margaret Olley Art Centre
2 Mistral RdThis high class art gallery, also hosting the yearly Archibald price exhibition is definitely worth a visit. There’s a lovely cafe with pretty views over the hinterland right next to the gallery.
The Banya has recently opened its doors in the center of Mullumbimby. It’s the hip and trendy alternative to its older sister Kiva Spa. Great to fill up your social media feed with, as it’s interior design is stunning!
The Banya
The Banya has recently opened its doors in the center of Mullumbimby. It’s the hip and trendy alternative to its older sister Kiva Spa. Great to fill up your social media feed with, as it’s interior design is stunning!
Lovely cinema in Byron Bay, with next to the usual blockbusters, more Arthouse kind of movies on offer. Park in Woolies underground garage. Lots of nice places around to have lunch/dinner/ a drink before or after the movie.
48 locals recommend
Palace Byron Bay
108 Jonson StLovely cinema in Byron Bay, with next to the usual blockbusters, more Arthouse kind of movies on offer. Park in Woolies underground garage. Lots of nice places around to have lunch/dinner/ a drink before or after the movie.
Markets
Every Thursday 8-11am. Free Parking.
Byron Farmers Market
Butler StreetEvery Tuesday 8 - 11 am. Free parking
Live music. Local Produce. Great for breakfast.
74 locals recommend
New Brighton Farmers Market
River StreetEvery Tuesday 8 - 11 am. Free parking
Live music. Local Produce. Great for breakfast.
Bangalow Farmers Market
1 Byron StSaturday 8-11am Free parking.
Mullumbimby Farmers Market
51 Main Arm RdFridays, 7-11am
Byron Community Market
1st Sunday of the month (+third Sunday Dec & Jan)
Mullum Market / Mullumbimby Community market
3rd Saturday of the month
Food scene
Great spot (dog friendly) for breakfast and lunch. Friday is pizza night!
51 locals recommend
Mrs Birdy
19 Beach AveGreat spot (dog friendly) for breakfast and lunch. Friday is pizza night!
No Bones Ocean Shores
SABI Blues & Roots Sushi Bar
84 Rajah RdBruns Bakery
15 Fingal StGrab something on the go for beach and river time!
Great place for take away food, morning till evening. They’re pizza’s are great too!
Flavour Ocean Shores
Great place for take away food, morning till evening. They’re pizza’s are great too!
Trouble San
Trouble San is Asian Fusion done right. A great place for a romantic evening out.
La Casita
3 Fawcett StPopular restaurant with great Mexican Dishes
This is such a lovely cafe for breakfast and lunch, hidden away from the crowds. They’re dog friendly too.
Coolamon Co. Cafe
2530 Coolamon Scenic DrThis is such a lovely cafe for breakfast and lunch, hidden away from the crowds. They’re dog friendly too.
This Ramen Bar in Brunswick Heads is always packed with people and for a good reason. Open Wed - Sat. Make sure to reserve a spot.
Roco Ramen X Sake
This Ramen Bar in Brunswick Heads is always packed with people and for a good reason. Open Wed - Sat. Make sure to reserve a spot.
The Salty Mangrove is not far away from River Cottage and makes an awesome spot for lunch, wine and dinner. Make sure to check their opening times.
The Salty Mangrove
The Salty Mangrove is not far away from River Cottage and makes an awesome spot for lunch, wine and dinner. Make sure to check their opening times.