Byron Shire Council Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Brunswick Heads showing art, street performance and indigenous culture

Popular cities in Byron Shire Council

Cape Byron Lighthouse showing a sunset and rugged coastline
Byron Bay
Known for Beaches, Biking and Swimming
Sunbathe on white sand, chase the perfect wave or watch the sunrise from Australia’s easternmost point in this relaxed beachfront community.

Reasons to visit

  • Wategos Beach
  • Cape Byron Lighthouse
  • Main Beach
Brunswick Heads which includes a bay or harbour
Brunswick Heads
Known for Friendly people, Rivers and Cafes
Whether you’re admiring the hinterland backdrop from a riverside trail or swimming in gentle breakwaters, adventure is just around the corner in this idyllic region.

Reasons to visit

  • Torakina Park
Montecollum
Montecollum
Known for Historical

Reasons to visit

  • Crystal Castle & Shambhala Gardens
Yelgun
Yelgun
Known for Business

Reasons to visit

  • North Byron Parklands
Broken Head showing a bay or harbour, surf and rugged coastline
Broken Head
Known for Friendly people, Relaxing and Beaches
Discover a broad beach protected by tall headlands, explore a wilderness reserve, learn about local Aboriginal culture and camp overnight in this laid-back village.

Reasons to visit

  • Broken Head Nature Reserve
Bangalow
Bangalow
Known for Relaxing, Walking and Rivers
Stroll down 19th-century streets shaded by old-fashioned awnings and palm trees or check out the market when you visit Byron Bay’s country neighbor.