When visiting Byron Bay, you’ll find no shortage of incredible things to do - from exploring world-famous surf breaks and dazzling sunsets, to indulging in spas and boutique shopping! This dynamic, coastal town boasts some of Australia’s most pristine beaches, attracting surfers and sunbathers since the 1960s. Once known mostly for its 7 legendary surf breaks, Byron Bay has bloomed into a vibrant community with an exciting food & drink scene, shopping, nature, family-friendly activities, health & wellness retreats, and so much more. There is truly something for everyone in Byron Bay!

Foodies will appreciate the variety of drinking and dining in Byron Bay. Start your day strong with single origin coffee and decadent brekkie with the locals in town. Meander through the stalls and sample fresh, local produce at the weekly farmers market. Treat your taste buds at one of Byron’s many warm, farm-to-table restaurants and round out your evening with craft cocktails or an international wine.

Along the coastline of mainland Australia’s easternmost town, find pristine, white sand beaches and windswept cliffs with panoramic views over the ocean and into the rolling hinterland valleys. Between June and November, you may even spot a few migrating humpback whales! Just a half-hour drive inland, the scene changes to lush rainforest, complete with extraordinary Australian flora and fauna.

If it’s inner peace you seek, embrace the alternative lifestyle community in Byron Bay. Discover rejuvenating spa treatments or find balance through alternative healing practices such as yoga, aromatherapy, reiki, and massage. Join one of the region’s popular wellness retreats and leave feeling renewed, restored, and revived.

With so many incredible things to do in Byron Bay, it’s hard to know where to start! Our local team curated their top recommendations for this guide, so whatever the season or your interests, you’ll always know what to do in Byron.