Guidebook for Byron Bay
Food Scene
Hang with the local hipsters while sipping on perfectly made coffee, or enjoy a glass of wine from their impressive list and tasty, beautifully presented cuisine.
258 locals recommend
The Roadhouse Byron Bay
142 Bangalow RdHang with the local hipsters while sipping on perfectly made coffee, or enjoy a glass of wine from their impressive list and tasty, beautifully presented cuisine.
Iconic hangout for local groovers thanks to their consistently good coffee, house-made pastries and health-conscious fare such as quinoa brekky bowls and to-die-for burgers ... enjoyed alfresco.
183 locals recommend
The Top Shop
65 Carlyle StIconic hangout for local groovers thanks to their consistently good coffee, house-made pastries and health-conscious fare such as quinoa brekky bowls and to-die-for burgers ... enjoyed alfresco.
Lunchtime yum cha dishes feature locally sourced ingredients, divine presentation, incredible taste and are served in a beautifully decorated interior or alfresco, at very modest prices.
32 locals recommend
Orient Express
2 Fletcher StLunchtime yum cha dishes feature locally sourced ingredients, divine presentation, incredible taste and are served in a beautifully decorated interior or alfresco, at very modest prices.
Famous for it's eclectic decor, sexy staff, generous tasty platters of yummy mexican fare but mostly for it's house margaritas during happy hour!
117 locals recommend
Miss Margarita
2 Jonson StFamous for it's eclectic decor, sexy staff, generous tasty platters of yummy mexican fare but mostly for it's house margaritas during happy hour!
Go here for a lazy, beautiful al fresco breakfast buffet overlooking the pool and rainforest for under $30 including unlimited espresso coffees, gluten free options and five star service. Or take a stroll through the rainforest boardwalk.
77 locals recommend
The Byron at Byron Resort & Spa
97 Broken Head RdGo here for a lazy, beautiful al fresco breakfast buffet overlooking the pool and rainforest for under $30 including unlimited espresso coffees, gluten free options and five star service. Or take a stroll through the rainforest boardwalk.
Shopping
Edgy clothing labels, bespoke furniture and exotic, globally-sourced homewares combine in this sister store to Island Luxe in Bangalow.
21 locals recommend
Island Luxe Tribe
11 Marvell StEdgy clothing labels, bespoke furniture and exotic, globally-sourced homewares combine in this sister store to Island Luxe in Bangalow.
The hero of this shop is the selection of handpainted, colourful, nautically-themed tiles but don't overlook the other seaside inspired homewares.
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3 Marvell StThe hero of this shop is the selection of handpainted, colourful, nautically-themed tiles but don't overlook the other seaside inspired homewares.
Dreamy, beautiful, neutral-coloured homewares and clothing featuring laces, linens, corals, driftwood, delicate gold jewellery and candles all sourced from exotic locales.
86 locals recommend
Light Years - Byron Bay
139 Lawson StDreamy, beautiful, neutral-coloured homewares and clothing featuring laces, linens, corals, driftwood, delicate gold jewellery and candles all sourced from exotic locales.
Essentials
You'll pay much less for groceries at Aldi than at Woolies! Seriously good European cheese and chocolate selections.
56 locals recommend
ALDI Byron Bay
Fletcher StreetYou'll pay much less for groceries at Aldi than at Woolies! Seriously good European cheese and chocolate selections.
Byron Bay Library
Lawson StreetFree wi-fi in comfy lounges and airconditioned comfort!
Wash House Laundromat
75 Marvell StFor around $10 you can get a large load of laundry done here.
Sightseeing
Whale watching, dolphin watching, turtle spotting all at Australia's most easterly point. Try walking the 4.5km round trip through rainforest and sandy beaches.
402 locals recommend
Cape Byron Lighthouse
Cape Byron Walking TrackWhale watching, dolphin watching, turtle spotting all at Australia's most easterly point. Try walking the 4.5km round trip through rainforest and sandy beaches.
Feel like a millionaire whilst surfing or sunbaking at this five-star, powdery white little beach tucked under the lighthouse and surrounded by super-glamorous homes.
158 locals recommend
Wategos Beach
Feel like a millionaire whilst surfing or sunbaking at this five-star, powdery white little beach tucked under the lighthouse and surrounded by super-glamorous homes.
Getting Around
Sunrise Cycles Byron Bay
3 Byron StAffordable, easy bike hire from $30 a day.
Drinks & Nightlife
Sexy cocktails, a big balcony littered with lounges overlooking the busiest section of Byron Bay as the sun sets in the distance.
190 locals recommend
The Balcony Bar & Oyster Co.
3 Lawson StreetSexy cocktails, a big balcony littered with lounges overlooking the busiest section of Byron Bay as the sun sets in the distance.
Arts & Culture
The drive through the hinterland is stunning enough but prepare to be amazed by the extent of this magical place ... huge crystals set in sculptured gardens, a giant buddha in a crystal-set amphitheatre, a bamboo forest walk and organic treats on the sundrenched deck, crystal singing bowls, psychic readings, aura photography and much more!
350 locals recommend
Crystal Castle & Shambhala Gardens
81 Monet DrThe drive through the hinterland is stunning enough but prepare to be amazed by the extent of this magical place ... huge crystals set in sculptured gardens, a giant buddha in a crystal-set amphitheatre, a bamboo forest walk and organic treats on the sundrenched deck, crystal singing bowls, psychic readings, aura photography and much more!