Experiences

Which airport, which route and when to book — your guide to hiring a car and driving to Byron Bay.

Surf-lesson friendships, dawn walks and bar-seat dinners — why Byron Bay might be Australia’s best solo travel destination.

River swims at Bruns, world-class waves at Lennox and wharf-fresh prawns in Ballina — three easy coastal day trips from Byron Bay.

Sunrise swims, the lighthouse loop, sunset drum circles and a hinterland long lunch — your hour-by-hour plan for a perfect Byron weekend.

Sunrise swims, rainforest spas, beach yoga and sound baths — how to plan a Byron Bay stay that sends you home lighter than you arrived.

From the famous lighthouse loop to hidden beaches and hinterland waterfalls — the best walking tracks in and around Byron Bay.

The best of Byron Bay is free. Smart timing, market breakfasts and clever stays — how to do Byron without the price tag.

Farmers markets, community market days, twilight markets and more — when and where to find every market in and around Byron Bay.

Rolling hills, heritage villages, waterfalls and long lunches — your guide to the Byron hinterland, from Bangalow to Federal.