The Entrance Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
The Entrance showing a sunset and a beach
Go hiking, watch the daily pelican feeding, relax on white-sand beaches and head off on a fishing excursion at this coastal resort town.

Enjoy the great outdoors at The Entrance, a coastal town located at the point where Tuggerah Lake enters the Tasman Sea. Try fishing, learn how to surf and discover the beauty of the Wyrrabalong National Park, set on a peninsula between the lake and the sea.

Hang out on the beach, build sand castles and soak up the sun. Dine in restaurants overlooking the water or pack a picnic to eat in the park along the waterfront. On Saturdays, a craft market is held at the Waterfront Plaza, with vendors selling carved wood items, jewellery, handmade children’s quilts and clothing as well as souvenirs. On the first and third Saturday of every month, a farmers’ market stocked with local produce is held at Memorial Park.

Rent a canoe and paddle around Tuggerah Lake or lie back and relax on a catamaran. Fishing is a popular pastime on the lake, and whiting, flathead and bream are common catches. A 12-kilometre (7-mile) bike path surrounds the lakeside and picnic spots, parks and playgrounds can be found along the trail. Bring the kids to Vera's Water Garden and sit in the shade as they splash about among the child-friendly water sprays.

Hike along the coastal trail in the nearby Wyrrabalong National Park. Pause at Crackneck lookout and try to spot migrating humpback whales in the water below. The whales are most commonly sighted between May and August.

Observe the daily pelican feeding in Memorial Park and find out more about the colony of large birds who live on Tuggerah Lake. The tradition of feeding the pelicans began more than 20 years ago when a local fish and chip shop started throwing out their scraps.

The Entrance is a great place to unwind in nature. Visit the resort town year-round, using the beach and lake to cool off in the summer and exploring the national park in winter.

Ocean Front at The Entrance
Ocean Front at The Entrance
4 out of 5
102 Ocean Parade, The Entrance, NSW
The price is NZ$139 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
NZ$139
per night
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Stay at this 4-star beach motel in The Entrance. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Absolute oceanfront property, comfortable, spacious, nicely furnished and lovely balcony. Easy walk to ocean pool."

Reviewed on 25 Mar. 2024

Ocean Front at The Entrance
Oaks The Entrance Waterfront Suites
Oaks The Entrance Waterfront Suites
4 out of 5
89 The Entrance Road, The Entrance, NSW
The price is NZ$195 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
NZ$195
per night
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in The Entrance. Enjoy free WiFi, a children's pool, and onsite parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,151 reviews)
"Great atmosphere"

Reviewed on 24 Mar. 2024

Oaks The Entrance Waterfront Suites
Nesuto The Entrance Apartments
Nesuto The Entrance Apartments
3.5 out of 5
18 Coral Street, The Entrance, NSW
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$148 per night from 7 Apr to 8 Apr
NZ$148
per night
7 Apr - 8 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly aparthotel in The Entrance. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,274 reviews)
"Great place perfect for longer stays as well with the kitchens in the room. Very spacious, could have a little more attention to cleanliness but definitely nothing to really worry about. The door handle for the bathroom was broken and it took me ages to get out lol."

Reviewed on 18 Mar. 2024

Nesuto The Entrance Apartments
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Nesuto The Entrance Apartments
Nesuto The Entrance Apartments
3.5 out of 5
18 Coral Street, The Entrance, NSW
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly aparthotel in The Entrance. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,274 reviews)
"Great place perfect for longer stays as well with the kitchens in the room. Very spacious, could have a little more attention to cleanliness but definitely nothing to really worry about. The door handle for the bathroom was broken and it took me ages to get out lol."

Reviewed on 18 Mar. 2024

Nesuto The Entrance Apartments
Oaks The Entrance Waterfront Suites
Oaks The Entrance Waterfront Suites
4 out of 5
89 The Entrance Road, The Entrance, NSW
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in The Entrance. Enjoy free WiFi, a children's pool, and onsite parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,151 reviews)
"Great atmosphere"

Reviewed on 24 Mar. 2024

Oaks The Entrance Waterfront Suites
Beautiful Beachfront Apartment
Beautiful Beachfront Apartment
The Entrance
Stay at this beach apartment in The Entrance. Enjoy a beach locale, a water park, and WiFi. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (168 reviews)
Nanna's bday mini holiday
"Apartment and furniture/set up is lovely. Location right on the beach is fantastic."

Reviewed on 20 Mar. 2024

Beautiful Beachfront Apartment
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of The Entrance

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
3 May 2020

Great holiday spot. Always keep our beautiful environment in mind when visiting.

1/5 - Terrible

Frostyali
14 Feb 2020

We were actually really disappointed. To be fair a lot of issues were weather related BUT half the shops were empty or closed. The street looks dirty. The penguin feeding was cancelled . Next time I’d head to Avoca a few k’s up the road.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
2 Feb 2020

Next time we will stay longer

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller
29 Jan 2020

Area didn’t feel very safe. Quite a few druggie looking people near Coles.

2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveller
27 Jan 2020

Place needs some money spent on it. Including the Oaks

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller
26 Jan 2020

Very disapointed many empty shops & cafes. The whole area needed sprucing up. Some TLC. The cafes that we dined in the staff were great. Such a shame to see such an amazing place going down, so much potential going to waste.

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