The 32 best free attractions in Port Macquarie

The Koala Hospital is currently operating from Guulabaa on Burrawan Forest Drive while they redevelop the site in town. It is such a great facility and so wonderful to see the koalas up in their trees. Great picnic spot outside.

Such a wonderful experience! The family enjoyed it. Good to see we have hospitals for these beautiful animals. They even have a store with cute items to buy. They also have a heritage onsite with cafe with memorabilia. Highly recommended!

What a wonderful place for rescued Koalas. When you visit in the morning when the Koalas get food they are awake. Since September 2024 the hospital needs to charge an entry fee because people weren’t donating enough. An adult pays 12,50$ to treat the sick Koalas. We loved the visit and only met very kind volunteers.

An amazing experience! We gained fascinating insights into the organization’s work at the Koala Hospital. The dedicated volunteers were incredibly knowledgeable and happy to answer all our questions. We were lucky to spot a few koalas, but it’s clear that the focus here is not on showcasing the animals for tourism but on their protection and care—huge respect for that! The hospital will be closing soon, but there is a koala breeding center on the other side of the city, run by the same organization. We were encouraged to visit for more valuable insights. I highly recommend a visit—thank you for your incredible work, and keep it up!

We visited the hospital with the family on a thursday morning. The best option is to go early, as they get food in between 8.30 and 9.00. They also get food in the evening. We didn’t book a tour guide but Maz was around and gave alot of information. We could ask all and any questions about the koalas and their way of life. It’s great to support the hospital as they so take care of them with care. Would recommend a visit!

Such a beautiful place and a wonderful thing these guys are doing for our Koalas. We thoroughly enjoyed visiting the koalas and learnt so much. My two boys had a great time

Good initiative! There really wasn’t that much to do here though for those who have seen koalas before and been to other conservation parks. There were 5 koalas to see and a sign of how they were found. All up 10 min visit.

a breathtaking coastal gem. The elevated boardwalk immerses you in lush greenery and diverse wildlife, offering a peaceful, educational experience. Perfect for families, nature lovers, and photographers, it’s a serene escape that highlights Australia’s unique rainforest beauty.

Beautiful rainforest walk, very well designed and about a bit more than 1 km long. We didn’t see many animals, but the nature and atmosphere made it a lovely experience. After the walk, we stopped at the café which was excellent – great food and drinks! We had a cappuccino and bacon with eggs, both super tasty and freshly made. Definitely worth a visit for a peaceful walk and a relaxing coffee break

Lovely staff, all super friendly and helpful. I strongly recommend to spend some time at the bar and immerse yourself while grabbing a bite/drink. There are several tour options, although you can also purchase the boardwalk alone. In July there are some aboriginal tours going on - photo enclosed. They also sell plants if you want to bring a vivid memory back home and grow it fondly 🌱 Recommended!

Place itself was great. Cute gift-shop, a lot of things to choose from. We saw a few families really enjoying their time there, so perfect with kids. Since we have traveled a lot, it’s not a must see view. Good, but not a must see place.

Fantastic Rainforest tree walk on a walkway through the forest with interesting information along the way about the various trees and plants and their uses. We were lucky enough to see a goanna. Great information centre and souvenirs, Cafe was excellent. Definitely worth a visit.

We visited Sea Acres Rainforest centre and did the board walk today and it was magical! We were told at reception where we would see a Powerful Owl, and then spotted it perched on a tree branch which was amazing to see, definitely would not have seen this if we weren’t for the help! The walk is beautiful at every point and the trees were breathtaking! We also met Graham, who is a volunteer at the centre, and asked us if we had any questions about the place, we asked about the fig trees and he had all the facts, we learnt so much! He was extremely friendly and knowledgeable so special thanks to Graham! I would highly recommend this place to anyone!

Nice quiet board walk to be enjoyed whilst taking in the vast rainforest. We were lucky to see an Owl chick. Friendly and helpful staff.

Second light house on my visit to Australia. Port Macquarie is a nice place with several areas to go and see the sites as well as sit and relax. This one was easy to find parking and casual stroll about. It is winter in Australia at this time so it can be a bit cool and breezy so keep that in mind if visiting (although during the day while the sun is out, it's not that bad)

We stopped here 2yrs ago and the upgrades they have made are A+! The elevated board walk is magic, the extra seating is a great addition and the anchored binoculars are a wonderful idea (they could have been a little taller and there could have been a set on every observation deck). Beautifully restored and maintained. We got to see some whales in the distance and the binoculars definitely helped!

Such a lovely view of the sea. From the top of the cliff, this small light house section gives you a panoramic view of the sea. Both sides of the sea stretching across kilometres. A must visit point to sometime in the area !

Whether you drive straight to Tacking Point Lighthouse or take the 3 hour coastal walk from Port Macquarie, the views here are stunning. The lighthouse is automated these days with LED lights though that does not take away from the nostalgia and history. There are many placards that detail the history and sights. During certain times of the year, you can see whales migrating up and down the coast. If you want to can walk down to lighthouse beach or have a picnic on the grounds.

Fantastic views from the top where the light house is situated with the ocean braking over the rock formations, the beach is awesome Getting to the top of the Lighthouse requires climbing some steps. There is some car parking at the top and bottom of the Lighthouse. Well worth a visit

Super views and great hike along the coast. The beach looked very inviting if that is on your card.

Had such wonderful experience at tacking point! First time there and we will definitely be going back, so peaceful, I just wish we saw some whales or dolphins but maybe next time

The most wonderful scenic coastal walk because basically you don’t have to go out onto a street at all for the entire walk. Just make sure you pick low tide as there are a couple of spots that would be covered in water if you picked the wrong time. The views are wonderful. The tracks are well marked And the views that you get when you reach the Lighthouse are brilliant. Approximately 9km one way. A variety of steps and inclines and scrambling over rocks so unfortunately if you have a disability it could be rather awkward or if you are of a very low fitness level. I absolutely loved the walk.

Beautiful area to walk, did some of the beach walks as well, loved it.

This is such a stunning walk that takes in some great views along the coastline. Part of the walk includes the colourful rock murals along the water.

One of my favourite walks ever. If you start at the lighthouse, you can finish with a coffee in town at the end. If you start in town, you’ve got the beautiful beach walk near the lighthouse for the end.

Full of Natural Beauty and stunning coastal walk. Port Macquarie offers you a range of stunning views and beautiful scenery and you may be able to enjoy the delicious foods while you plan your visit. The place is good for couple of days stay where you can find some great historical sites and also best place for the sea food lovers .

While visiting Australia to see relatives, we took a walk along the coast. Several painted rocks along the walk to add to the views.

I did the first part of the coastal walk this morning, the part that meanders along the Hastings River. This part of the walk is flat and right in the middle of town, so very popular with walkers, dogs and cyclists and therefore on a nice day can be quite busy. But with good reason! A great way to get your morning steps in!

Great beach and is patrolled. There are lots of parking with great views. The only thing about this beach is there are hidden rocks in the water which hurts when you are on it.

The views are lovely from the beach or from one of the lookouts set on a higher ground. It's a nice spot for a short walk on the beach and meditation. Surfers seemed to enjoy the waves.

amazing place to visit. Quiet but truely incredible views. great for Surfing & family beach fun. Enjoyed a lot.

Parked in the centre and funnily enough crossed a camping to walk along the water to see all the lovely painted boulders. Surfers were out. A must see if you are in port macquaire.

One of the best beaches I've ever been too. It has everything from surf to walking tracks to the breakwall to picnic areas. Even at night Town Beach is amazing. It's right in the heart of Port. Take walks from Town Beach to either Town Green or Flynns Beach you won't be disappointed.

Sunsets on this area has never been a failure, sometimes yes, it wont comeout but went it does, its spectacular. There's really not much place to do in port but if you like nature. You'll find this place a nice spot for a walk waiting for sunset or coming up to see how the sun rises.

Stunning Port Macquarie beach with lots of car parking, lifesavers and coffee nearby! It’s also close to the skate park as well to keep the kids amused!!! In terms of the beach, it can be a little rough so make sure you swim between the flags!!’

The Manning Entertainment Centre is a fantastic venue! Comfortable seating, great acoustics, and excellent lighting make every performance enjoyable. The staff and volunteers are warm, welcoming, and professional, ensuring everything runs smoothly. It’s wonderful to have such a high-quality venue right here in Taree that hosts both local talent and big shows. A true gem for the community — highly recommend!

Managed by nsw parks. Historic house with many historical paper from around hasting region along with cafe. Just infront of koala hospital

Wonderful old home, beautiful maintained and well worth a visit.

A surprising treat, we didn't realize how enjoyable this would be. Very friendly staff, with nice tea and scones A real Olde Worlde experience. Don't expect too much info regarding the house, let your imagination fill in the gaps You might be lucky & see a koala or two 🤷‍♂️ Overall, we're glad we didn't miss it 👍 ps...the toilets were clean 🤭

Surprisingly, good coffee Great sandwiches including Classic Reuben's and salmon cheese bagel. Free historic house you can walk through or have a conference room at. Right next to Koala hospital, too, that's worthy of a donation, but free to see and walk through

Didn't visit the house but did go into the koala hospital. The work they do here is amazing. It's free to go and look around and take photos. A donation is up to you and you can even adopt one of them.

Fantastic piece of history and is a must see attraction in Port Macquarie located right next to the koala hospital makes for a great day out with a fantastic cafe with hot and cold drinks along with light meals, alon with indoor and outdoor seating. Onsite amenities and a big grassy area to lay out a picnic blanket. Would recommend

Really nice and calm beach! We got so lucky and spotted at least 10 whales while we were there from the lighthouse. It was really special to see ❤️

Lighthouse Beach: Where the Coast Whispers Stories Just seven kilometres south of Port Macquarie lies Lighthouse Beach— a sweeping ribbon of golden sand stretching nine kilometres to Lake Cathie, where the ocean dances with the shore in an endless rhythm of salt and breeze. Beloved by surfers, this beach thrives on the energy of the sea, catching every swell, offering short, powerful rides for those who know the waves well. Sheltered from the summer’s north-easterly winds, it’s a playground for seasoned boards and spirited hearts. But this place is more than surf. It invites you to wander—barefoot and unhurried— on long sunlit walks where time drifts like foam on the tide. Or saddle up for a camel safari, cast a line into the surf, or roll gently along the sand at the southern end with 4WD access. During school holidays, the northern tip—near the surf club and café— is watched over by lifeguards, so families can play in peace under the watchful eye of the red and yellow. Above it all stands the historic Tacking Point Lighthouse, built in 1879, the final jewel in the coastal crown that is the scenic walk. From its viewing platform, the coastline unfolds like a painted scroll— and from May to November, you might spot whales carving silver trails across the deep. And south of Watonga Rocks, the beach becomes a joyful haven for your four-legged companions— a stretch of sand where leashes are unneeded and tails chase the wind. Just keep an eye on the signs, and let freedom run beside you.

Dog friendly section south of the rocks. Beautiful outlook. Yesterday we stood watching humpback whales play out in the ocean as they migrate north. An osprey hovered over the sandbank. Just a gorgeous beach!

Absolutely gorgeous beach with lots of beach for dogs to run on. Beach for dogs starts on the south side of the rocks. My dog was in heaven.

Very clean nice beach worth the visit. We spent some time here during our road trip stopover in Port Macquarie. The weather wasn't the best during that time but we still had a good time.

Such a beautiful beach and dog friendly and can drive four wheel to the beach. It is an amazing place to get camel ride as well.

This is a beautiful walk if you park at lighthouse surf Club & they have a wonderful little cafe that opens I think till 1:00 p.m. Toilets and showers with plenty of car parking. It's a patrolled Beach and you don't seem to be crowded whatsoever. Beautiful sunsets looking down to Bonnie Hills. Well worth fuelling up at the cafe and then taking that nice big walk for a few kilometres up and back. Btw, if you sit On the chairs overlooking the beach you might get lucky to see a few whales. Definitely not uncommon to see so many, especially off lighthouse Headland itself.

Packed in like sardines- glad we weren’t there when it was full. Glad we were there an only a quick nightly stop over. Shower/toilets clean. Very open to anyone as there aren’t fences along the break wall. Lock everything up. Nice and close to town. Unfortunately for us, it wasn’t our ideal park.

We stayed in the Caravan Park, which is very large and was well supported, as there park was very full. The sites are of generous proportions, although the roads are narrow, in places. The amenities were clean and modern and easily coped with the high volume of campers. We will come back again.

This was, without question, the single worst pool experience imaginable — a true disaster zone masquerading as a swimming facility. The chlorine smell was so intense it felt like standing in a vat of chemicals; my eyes were stinging, my throat was raw, and I could practically taste bleach in the air. The water was cloudy and filthy, filled with floating hair, plasters, and other unidentifiable objects that made it look more like a swamp than a pool. The pool area itself was appalling. The tiles were slimy and treacherously slippery, the air was thick and humid with a sour, moldy stench, and the walls and ceiling were stained with what looked like years of neglect. I honestly thought parts of the ceiling might collapse. The changing rooms were disgusting too — puddles of murky water across the floor, showers that reeked of rot, and an overall feeling that the entire place was breeding bacteria by the second. Noise levels were unbearable, with machinery clanging constantly over the deafening echo of screams. The pool area was scattered with trash, soggy towels, and even insects crawling near the benches. At one point, I thought I saw something moving in the water that definitely wasn’t human. The only redeeming quality was the kindness of the staff, who remained patient and welcoming despite clearly working in conditions that could only be described as hazardous. Their friendliness was commendable, but it did nothing to disguise the reality: this facility should be condemned, not open to the public.

Had a perfect stay in Studio cabin 3. Fully decked out with kitchenette, small seating area, verandah with outdoor setting, soft towels and spotless in every way. Staff at booking and check in were great fun ( they were actual people ) and made my stay enjoyable. Yes I’d go back.

Stayed at the powered site for 2 nights, the park is in a great location but it is very packed and tight! Amenities are ok, but barely any pressure in shower and water variates temperature as your showering! Gutters are ridiculous, put some grates over them, I'm sure you make enough money to do that. Along with the bins being far away, at least have some near the BBQ. And why is there only 1 camp kitchen? It's a very large holiday park and feel that it is ridiculous to expect campers to walk so far with supplies to make a meal! Also I was near the sewage dump point and the smell was disgusting. In future I would much prefer to stay at another holiday park that isn't so commercial.

Stayed in a cabin for 3 nights, cabin was clean with a comfy bed, the bathroom was a little small but was still find for our needs. Park has good facilities and is close enough to town to walk. Overall a great stay.

Great cabins to staying virtually new great king bed, loverly shower. Booked one night then went back another night. Price went up by $10 from 150 to 160. About an hour later got a text with an offer for the date of the extra night for $30 less. But was told at reception that they could not give us the discount. Also told me if a person come and were to wait it probably won't come along. So to me the offer is a waist of time Was told that a lady took the offer given here but missed out because somebody else booked before they accepted the offer.Very disappointing and quite frustrating. Without that mayhem our visit would have been totally wonderful.

Great little park for the kids. The water park was great. Only down side was that the gates needed fixing and could do with more seating and bbq areas.

There are most caring staff I have ever been in contact with. Vicky is sow under standing with your need and such a amazing Veterinarian I would all take my pet there. thank you again for looking after me little friend Peppi I will miss him.

Great little dry park and an amazing water park with all sorts of sprays, water runs and an overhead splash bucket that resembles the ice bucket challenge. We will be regulars here for sure

Hands down the loveliest playground in Port. Beautiful decking under a tree for parents out of the harsh sun. Great view of the river/water/boats. Make up your lies about what time the carnival opens next door before you get there, because guaranteed your little ones will see a Ferris wheel and demand to come back when the carnival opens. I tell my kids it's only for adults or that everything there is broken.

Locked at 930am on a Sunday. No reason given why it's closed.

A big space with little to poor interactive equipment. Very boring play area for all ages. No drinking water fountain in the gated area. It gets very hot and there’s no shade over the play equipment as it’s all in the sun! Nothing really for the kids to play on except for swings, small slide and a merry-go-round. Broken equipment **may have been water play zone in the past and other broken things all rusty. A whole lot of space with nothing in it!! Needs major upgrades for it to be attractive for littlies and bigger kids. Very disappointing and would not bother visiting. The view of the water is the only nice part about it.

Great playground, lots of variety and improved accessibility options over other local parks. I wish there was a sign or something so families understood what schedule the water play features were on.

Gorgeous little garden with trails & bridges & a tiny waterfall. Makes for a fun little adventure rather than sticking to walking on the road if you are walking from Town Beach to the CBD. It isn't a huge area & provides a short walk with 2 trails, through a lovingly tended garden which always brightens my day.

I never knew this place existed until most recently. An excellent walk from the street to the caravan park, breakwall and town beach.

A nice little walk in the area! Many flowers 💐 and plants 🌱 are there to entertain you while you are walking or taking a rest! Come enjoy 😉 Cheers 🥂

So beautiful and well maintained

Great place to check out the Port Macquarie bar before setting out to sea on your fishing trip, also get a good view of Town Beach and our part if the East Coast.

Always enjoy coming to this little gem of peace, quiet and beauty. It has such a lovely vibe and great views.

Love walking through here. The volunteers have done an amazing job

Beautiful old Anglican Church with so much history. I recommend visiting and taking a tour

What an awesome church with a rich convict/colonial history. Our tour guide Ian was fantastic and took us through every part of the Church including the gallery and right to the clock tower roof, where the view was spectacular. Highly recommend.

What the Anglican Church has done for me is paramount to supporting my life, the supply of food, drink, and encouragement. The support staff are all volunteers and a special thanks to Chris for his support.

Firstly to the Lord God almighty Jesus Christ our Saviour, John 3:16. I can't say enough in words or spirit the true living saints that work tirelessly and a compassion and mercy and love.🥰🐕🥰🐕 They bring vital service's to the Port Macquarie region and most of all a tranquil and soul uplifting, A true church I am going to say a church of the people who dedicate to the scriptures of the Lord God JESUS CHRIST.

Amazing spot. Great tour from Ian, so much history. Check open hours before going.

Had an enjoyable heritage tour. 200 year old in november 2024. About the only bit of history left here.

Awesome people, so welcoming and friendly. Having 4 services on Sunday is awesome if we miss one we just go to another time so good. The original church is the oldest in Port and looks amazing, these guys do everything from feeding those in need in their soup kitchen to cheese and dip after a service lol👍

Parked next to the cemetery side of the park and walked into the mangroves. The walking path is a board walk through the park and there are tens of thousands of these creature and these creatures are massive !!! There also is an area where you can sit by the water and it is very relaxing. Remember to wear but repellent as there are lots of mosquitos ready to pounce on their next human prey. Didn’t see any koalas as they as pretty hard to see.

The park, cemetery and boardwalk are lovely. Pity it’s been over run by homeless people leaving their belongings everywhere, drinking and hollering at anyone the walks nearby. Not a nice place to feel safe.

Lovely short walk around the woods, with a view of the sleeping flying foxes across the water. Path is raised, boarded and accessible for prams / wheelchairs. There is also a decent green space to sit on when the weather is good. Unfortunately the park seems to have become a place for the homeless to make camp so that certainly complicates things as there are some more approaching characters

Wonderful place to visit..I went to that place with my two kids..we enjoyed it a lot..we can see water, birds sometimes in a residential area, sometimes I see some roads...I wonder how a forest will be like that... peace and pleasant. Thousands of bata and a few birds...lovely place to spend a few hours... Maintenance is not good to complete full round...one bridge is broken still...

The park doesn't look like much, but once you get to the boardwalk it is incredible what you can see. Plenty of information about the trees and the hundreds of flying foxes. The plants are beautiful and everything looks well maintained. Apparently there are crabs, but I didn't see any. But in the end I saw hundreds of flying foxes resting in the trees. Totally worth checking out.

There’s a few different walking tracks. The big one makes you feel like you’re in the absolute middle of no where when in reality just metres from Gordon Street. It’s amazing how real and natural this park is. If you love walking in controlled nature this is the place to go. If you do the full walk from the cemetery you will end up on Gordon St where you cross the road for the walkway to Westport.

Nice spot to visit or walk the trails

CLOSED FOR BUSHFIRE RESTORATION FOR WAY TOO MANY YEARS 🥱 "If your staff were employed by a Landscape Construction Company, you would have all had your jobs replaced after just 30 days" 🏗️....🚁

A park, funded by the tax payer, but closed to the tax payer for 6yrs now, unless of course you stump up the $20 per adult for a guided tour that only happens on Wednesdays at random times during the year. Wrong.

I thoroughly recommend the NPWS tour (book online) to explore these ruins and learn some important history of Port Macquarie. We were fortunate to have a descendant of one of the founders in our tour group - making the experience more special.

Why is this still closed? People in the community enjoy walking the trails and to be denied access to the trail still 4 years on is not right. When will it be ''opened'' and accessible?

Been 4 years since bush fires, temporary shut, temporary is not 4 years +, sign should be fitted to entrance on The Point Rd stating shut NOT a gate 1-2 klm of the road. Please open it for all to see at our leisure .

Very enjoyable guided tour.

Fantastic experience. Well worth getting onto the waiting list to visit. Private property with access strictly via tour booking.

Cute little cafe with lovely staff, great atmosphere and delicious food. Enjoyed sitting in the little sun trap for brunch. I had the poached eggs with mediterranian salsa (tomato and avacado), whilst my fella had the mushroom omelette. Both were scrumptious 🤭

Really good food, very tasty!! Vegetarian friendly as well. They said they can make any thing on the menu vegetarian for me. The dish is big enough, and the sauce is super creamy 😋 Thank you for the nice meal.

Its a nice little place tucked away on the street, perfect for lunch and dinner. The food was tasted really good and the service was next level. From taking the order at the table to grating cheese on our meals the experience was well worth the money.

Genuinely the best Carbonara I’ve ever had! The service is is top notch and the food is just incredible, they really know what they’re doing! I can completely understand why it’s so often booked out as their cuisine exceeds the quality of most Italian places in large cities. Next chance I get I’ll definitely be back.

Had great expectations for this restaurant but unfortunately that wasnt our experience. We happened to book in on a Thursday night which is pasta night (where every second pasta dish ordered is $10). The place was very busy so we didn't think much of it when our food wasn't served quickly. However, I then realised that tables who ordered much later than us had their entrees, then their mains, at which point, we had neither. I asked the waitress about this, to which her response is that they are very busy, so I said that i understood that but it didn't explain why other tables after us received their food first. Anyhow, she said she would check. But no one came back for another 15 mins, so I hailed down another waitress to ask a similar question. She must've passed on the message, because the original waitress then reappeared... Not with an explanation or update, but to retake our orders. From scratch. Without a single word of apology. This was about an hour in sitting at the table with only our drinks. We eventually received our food. Still no apologies. Food was decent and tasty. But by then we were a bit over it unfortunately. The table next to us (who arrived later than us but finished two courses before we even received any of our food) said to us, as they left, that we should ask for compensation. But since we still ate the food, we didn't make a fuss. We suspected that the waitress didn't even dare to tell the manager or owner about what happened. The final blow came at the check out when the totals didn't add up. We queried it and it turns out they omitted to charge two of the pastas at the special $10. On pasta night when it was busy?! They fixed the error but again, no apologies or anything whatsoever. We may have just been unlucky, but if you visit on pasta night, be prepared to wait, and perhaps pay attention to the bill!

DO NOT COME HERE IF BUSY!,Came to this restaurant after seeing it on google, words cannot describe this place. We made a reservation for 6.30 and were seated by 6.20. Thus far everything was normal, we ordered food and sat there waiting, however after 20min the food had not arrived and after 30min tables who ordered their food after us started to recieve theirs. Seeing this we asked the waiter who took our order if she knew what was happening with our food. She told us she'd check with the kitchen. 30min later we hadn't seen the waiter again and so asked one of her colleagues the same question. 10min later the waiter who took our order came up and asked for our order again, as if we had just been seated and not already been waiting for an hour. When the food finally arrived all hope of salvaging a bad experience dissapeared, the spagehtti bolognese was incredibly watery and the rest of the pasta was nothing worth noting. As we paid the bill the same lady who took our original order served us, and over charged us by $35, upon further inquiry she seemed confident she had not made a mistake only to discover she had not applied the Pasta Night deal that the entire restaurant of customers was using (incredibly full upstairs and downstairs). After all of this commotion, there were no apologies made. 3 hours of my life I will never get back

Highly recommend if you want delicious meals. Thursday nights provide awesome value for money with special deals. I can honestly say that I have never had so much delicious seafood in a Spaghetti Marinara before!! Yummmmmmy, and great friendly service from staff. If you are in Port Macquarie and feel like Italian for dinner, Cafe 66 is the place to go ❤

Absolutely beautiful pizza! We ordered a large supreme with olives and anchovies, a small serve of buffalo wings (nice and spicy), small serve of salt and pepper squid, the churros and a small serve of rum n raisin ice cream. The toppings were perfect, the sides were awesome and the ice cream was amazing! Thank you Blackbox for a perfect dinner

I think the icecream flavour choices here are heaps better than the cow place down the road. I love the New York chunky choc and my husband loves the boysenberry.

Lots of flavours but texture is not the best. I had high hopes since it had such high reviews. Some of the flavours tasted artificial vs natural. Maybe great for some but just not my taste.

Nice food, we enjoyed our pizzas. Good value for the price and it only took 15mins from ordering until eating so you can’t complain about that!

Absolutely delicious pizza and fantastic service. The satay chicken and margarita pizza was amazing. Highly recommend

Always great customer service by the staff and the food is always delicious, hot and fresh and compared to other pizza places blackbox is reasonable priced. the delivery driver last night went back to the Port store and got me another flavoured drink he went beyond to help me

The best pizza I have ever tasted, just magic, I wish I didn't live about 400km away !

Food quality was similar to a ready-made meal; the pizza tasted like the pre-made frozen type, the prawns lacked freshness, and some of the pear in the salad was rotten. Overall, it was a subpar dining experience that I do not recommend.

Cant say that the pizza is far above Domino’s, gnocchi was drowned in cheap oil? Great location, a bit hesitant to walk in as there was a gentleman polishing cutlery with his back filling up the entrance. Staff was under trained, we had to ask for menus, side plates fresh water etc…. Would not come back.

The pizza was not tasty at all, a pizza frozen from coles or woolie would taste better . Meatballs were not delicious either, just too heavy with souse. Overall not a good experience and unfortunately not recommending.

This gem should remain hidden. The gnocchi came out raw with solid pumpkin that was virtually frozen, swimming in oil, along with this the pizza we received was also swimming in oil with an undercooked base from the supermarket. For the quality of food received it was extremely overpriced and very disappointing. After eating one slice of undercooked pizza and raw gnocchi the friend who I was with got food poisoning for the next 5 days. Never have I been so disappointed in a restaurant before. Stay away at all costs

I recommend you go to here for dinner. I love the atmosphere. good sunset

Drink waiter not professional in the way he delivered drinks. He stretched across table to give guests their drinks instead of walking around to deliver each guests drinks. He made the incorrect cocktail to what was ordered. Young female waitress who took food order was lovely. Food was tasty but my garlic prawn dish was way too expensive for the 4 prawns I got. Overall, was nice but expensive but won't be back in a hurry.

Decided at the last minute to go out for an anniversary dinner and we were welcomed into the hidden gem and presented with an amazing selection of food, we opted for the brucheta and the seafood plater, WOW, absolutely beautiful food, will definitely recommend and will be returning again and again. Thank you for a beautiful experience.

Historic location with free nightly digital presentations. Both last for around 10 minutes. First start at 7 pm and the other at 7.30 pm. Times may be different during summer.

Went to have a look at supposedly opening hours and definitely all shut up. Would not recommend to anyone

Staff are really friendly, but will talk too much, and the whole thing is pretty boring. Not much to see.

Beautifully maintained building

Delightful historic building with very helpful and informative volunteers.

Offers jumah prayer at 1: 20 pm

A building full of history!

The pizzas are delicious here. A good choice of toppings and plenty of other options as well. The crust is the star of these pizzas- light and crispy.

Thank you to Nisha for reaching out after my complaint about the order I received. You clearly care about customer satisfaction. You took the time to follow up with me and hear my side. Thank you once again and my family and I look forward to ordering many more yummy pizzas from you and your team.

Korean hot wings were amazing and the service was quick too.

Kisha was the best, so welcoming and accomodating. Was super friendly and helped us pick out an option as it was our first time visiting the port Macquarie branch. Will be here more often for sure!

I come here often because the pizza and sides are pretty good and the staff and manager are always lovely to me, even arranging to deliver my pizza when my car battery had died and I couldn't pick it up

These guys always look after you, pizzas are cooked to perfection, it’s always fast service and the atmosphere is lively. When you want a better quality pizza that doesn’t make you feel bloated and tastes good, but these guys up

Crust always has great pizzas... Port Macquarie Crust Rock!!! I'll eat here again, so should you.

It's quiet beach. A little rocky. Not suitable for surfers. There was no lifeguards. But it is a great place to take dogs for walks

I got sand on my feet. Gross. 0/10 bro. PLUS THE WATER ISNT FILTERED! what am I meant to drink, blood? Everybody knows blood is strictly for giraffes.

Always a great place to grab a breath of fresh air, enjoy a picnic/bbq, unwind, have a swim, or re ground your energy

Very neat and clean accommodation, tastefully decorated and quaint. Had a comfortable stay over 4 days. The staff were very pleasant and polite, were only to happy to assist with any requests. Although there was a bit of rain, did manage to get a couple of nice sunny days, the outdoor spaces were great to enjoy the nicer weather with plenty of seating and picinc table. As it was winter and very cold , the cabin had a very good air condioner which heated the cabin nicely. The cabin had all the comforts of home and was especially roomy. I will be returning, and as I make regular trips to Port Macquarie for family visits I will want to stay here. The affordability of the accommodation is a plus as well. Overall good value for money conveniently located near the airport, easy access to main shopping areas and beaches, while being just far enough from the hustle and bustle to have a peaceful, quiet stay. Would recommend for small family groups as there is a good sized pool and some swings to keep the kids happy while the adults get organised for the day. While not a large tourist park, it is definitely inviting and well maintained. Has a laid back relaxed feel about the place, well worth a look.

Stayed very short notice on a Sunday evening after breaking down up the road with caravan, 2 kids and 2 dogs. Very helpful lady! She was very understanding of our situation, and let us store the caravan there for the last few nights when we left to see some family. Kids loved the pool too :)

$40 unpowered site nice flat grassy area, avoid the stinky rotten fish odour area emanating (but not apparent) from a patch of lawn next to end cabin. The unbearable stink still remains weeks in between visits. Dryers $7 for 51 mins clothes literally still damp after completing high heat cycle. Somebody stopped dryer cycle with 8 mins remaining. Quite a few permanent residents so it's not really holiday park energy here although the entrance looks nice and tropical. Dozens of big potholes throughout park no need for 10km speed signs. Good choice for dog owners like myself and the bathroom was cold but roomy functional and clean.

Stayed here for the first time last night on our journey up north. Have stayed in many Cabins. The park itself looks tropical with a nice bbq cabana with a dart board. Excited with our stay we entered the cabin with dinner ready to go. Getting excited the kids went to there rooms. No bedding, no blankets. The main bed was made with sheet but no blankets were provided. Half a roll of toilet paper and you could imagine the rest. Lucky it was a hot night so the children survived as we brought some blankets from home. The next morning I decided to make a coffee. It tasted odd. Like dirt. I tipped it out and checked the kettle (see below photo of mould) then checked out. Will never come back nor recommend. Not worth the $200 per night. Don’t waste your money. Camp somewhere in your car.

Blue collar workers on holiday first in 8 years , well we love this place planning on coming back next year. Beautiful peaceful park. Cabin was great and staff friendly. The pool was divine great location site says it's two star to me it was paradise Thank you for a beautiful relaxing holiday!

We were running late and reception phoned to advise how to collect keys. The cabin was neat, clean with all necessary items to make ourt stay enjoyable. Location was great, and the price was excellent. Oh and we had a dog so pet friendly was a Big bonus. Will stay there again. George and Halina

Lovely Accommodation! Unfortunately I recently had to attend a family members funeral on short notice and needed accommodation for myself and my 2 adult daughters for a couple of nights. I came across Leisure Tourist Park during my search and as it was close to where we had to go and the prices were great I booked it. I informed the office we would be arriving late (10pm) and as the reception is closed at that time they supplied me with details on how to obtain the keys on arrival which proved very easy. They provided a map of the park so we could find our unit easily. Free parking was outside the unit which made for a very simple unload from the car. We stayed in a two bedroom unit (no 101) which was immaculately clean and had a great design layout with the front door opening onto an open plan kitchen, lounge, dining area with the two bedrooms and a bathroom off that there was plenty of room for us all. On the opposite side of the lounge/dining area is a sliding door that opens to a beautiful lawn area with lots of outdoor tables and chairs, a small children's playground, BBQ area and 2 pools. The grounds are very well maintained as well. The reception staff I spoke to on the morning after our arrival were lovely and very helpful. The cleaning and maintenance staff must be amazing as well as everything is so clean and fresh. As previously stated I only stayed for 2 nights this time but I will certainly be looking to rebook in the near future for a longer relaxing stay. The park is a very close drive to town and to many eateries, social clubs and Pubs. I highly recommend this tourist park especially for families with small children.

(Read till the end) Lovely atmosphere, 5 stars for the welcoming nature of the employees. Great selection of books and seating areas, I come here daily for a quiet, peaceful study session. Every one around you working hard motivates you to also work hard. HOWEVER, kids can be quite noisy… (eg screaming, running around, being overly loud). Also, today I saw an elderly man viewing pornographic material on the laptops near the study booths… I will attach a photo if possible to show. I find this is not good at all especially since school kids and children are always present in the library. 13/8/25, 4:10PM.

Great place plenty of room,art exibition 23rd_30th October 24 beautiful artworks. Love to all❤️👌😁

Located on the intersection of Gordon street and Grant street, has about 160 print magazine subscriptions other than the online resources. Has DVD's and CD's available for loan, a DVD player can be borrowed to use within the library too. There is seed library offering free seeds to anyone. There is a dedicated kids area where they have special books for the kids, interactive audio books, state's largest collection of special needs books other than regular storytime sessions and educational programs. There are digital kiosks for finding the required items in the library catalogue. Digital end offers free mobile charging station facility and a noise proof room which can be booked for 2 hours in a given week. There are 2 more rooms that can be booked for private study and a couple of walk-in rooms. Free WiFi, public computers, printers, and access to eBooks, audiobooks, and streaming services and a dedicated music production room with all the advanced music producing equipment and softwares bookable for maximum of 3 hours. Another unique facility provided is the local history room which has the local database as well as access to platforms like ancestory. Another feature is the The Portal: A gaming space with PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch which can be booked for max of 2 hours. There is a courtyard for sitting outside with the view of public pool. Parking is available just outside the library building. Overall, its one of the best libraries in the region.

Large floor space fairly well layed out but still too open plan. They have 8 enclosed quite study booths, but they were all occupied when I was there and stayed that way till left a few hours later. Rest of the study space was like studying at a cafe.

Thank you to the librarian who helped my friend and I today. You are so awesome and we appreciate you so much! I will definitely be reading acotar now.

Quick and easy Our front parking drop off the book I've read Pick up my reserved new release and done!!

The library in general is nice, they have almost daily activities for kids which is nice, however this makes the library very noisy all the time, no matter how far you sit from them you will still hear the loud noise. Also no proper car park, they have street parking which is shared with other facilities, i always have to go around twice and in the end sometimes i just leave

Absolutely stunning walk alongside the ocean. The scenery is incredibly beautiful and sometimes breathtaking. Possible the most gorgeous coastal walkway in NSW.

Experience nature's splendor on this famed hiking trail! The scenery was simply breathtaking ！

Beautiful walk down, stairs very well maintained, you can drive down if needed, stunning beach, the softest sand. So relaxing 😌

Beautiful views along the coast, nice beaches as well. It was a long walk/hike so I definitely recommend to make sure you have enough time. There were some points where I wasn't sure where the path continues, but I found the way. It's important to take a water bottle with you (and maybe some snacks because there is no place where you can buy food on the way). There are a few water fountains to refill your bottle along the way

Very beautiful view and not difficult to walk around . I am very enjoying walk here. Recommend it👍

Beautiful walk… lists of stairs- one area requires crossing over some rocks. Worth the effort!

Good walk, loved it. Recommend stopping at the beaches to cool off tho! It was hot 🥵

Town green markets... Well worth a visit. Always fun with plenty of variety

Great skatepark. No scooters allowed, please supervise your kids.

Town Square is a magic place. You have the best of both worlds. Great eating places for example Chop&Chill open 7 days the food is excellent as is the service. It is also pet friendly which is quite rare in this area. Love this place. You can sit outside with your best friend and take in the fabulous view.

Great new multipurpose space. Plenty of car parking during the day and able to be closed off for markets, gatherings and other community functions. Very well lit at night with both access and decorative lighting.

Nice family area to relax and enjoy.

Loved this place. Lot of parking available. Kids play area. Jetty for fishing. Park for picnic. Walking track and bicycle track. Shopping all around. Nice, trendy and cozy places to dine in or take away. Must visit this place when in town.

Great place to relax, eat out at the various eateries or start the walk along the Breakwall. Well laid out, plenty of seating and shade ( in summer). Very popular.

I stumbled on the Flying Foxes accidentally while on a run. It has been one of the highlights of my travels in Australia.

Fairly large reserve with a couple of Interesting loop walks - flying foxes, mangroves, boardwalk and whatnot. The main downside is lack of mosquito management. A vending machine with mosquito repellent at the main entrance would be very much appropriate. A map there would also help as signage at the main entrance is confusing.

Sadly full of homeless people with discarded rubbish and empty alcohol bottles. The walks and the flying foxes were great to see but needs kept cleaner and support from a shelter for those in need.

An interesting park built along a creek, with board walks and pathways.

Homeless people at every corner. Rubbish is frequent. Felt unsafe. If the rubbish and homeless people weren’t there it would be a lovely spot.

Thankful to have a beautiful nature spot that we can take the dogs for a walk together & enjoy.

As a visitor this park was awful .Rubbish around the grounds and the homeless staying there aren't very tidy.No one is going there to have a nice day out.

Port's out of the way beach which supposedly attracts nudists despite the signs discouraging this. From Lighthouse Road there's a bunch of steps leading down to the beach and connecting up with the Coastal Walk which runs from Westport Club to Tacking Point Lighthouse.

Lovely beach and a nice walk down a track and stairs to get there but it is not a nudist beach and a big sign at the start of the track encourages proper to report any nudity to the police

Lovely secluded beach which can only be reached via the coastal walking trail. It felt like we were transported to another tropical island, with beautiful waters and an expansive beach. The weather was also perfect and great for a swim. There are no facilities here, so will have to walk for around 10-15 mins to shelly beach if you want to get a shower.

Beautiful quiet beach with plenty of sand and rain forest background. 600 meter walk from shelley beach. On the weekend there were a few nudists, male to female ratio about 2 to 1. On weekday beach was empty.

Fantastic semi secluded beach in beautiful Port Macquarie, between Shelly and Lighthouse Beaches.

Amazing, wide, sandy beach with fair bit of exposed rocks and a rainforest behind.

Nice beach but not flagged and has lots of submerged rocks. Good for a stroll

Such a great time visiting this very well fitted out fire museum. Can't believe it is FREE to visit, with 2 fire engines (one that sometimes goes out for a short trip for visitor rides!), great displays, and the volunteer staff are so friendly and knowledgeable.

Don's warm personality and genuine passion for the firefighting made our visit truly memorable. His personal tour took us on a captivating journey through the rich history of firefighting, spanning various decades. The museum's impressive collection, coupled with Don's insightful commentary, provided a unique experience. A must-visit for anyone interested in the fascinating evolution of firefighting techniques and equipment.

The Museum impressed us exceptionally. Don, a former volunteer firefighter, guided us through the exhibition, and it's incredibly fascinating to listen to him. Getting involved in the fire department is commendable, and Don's dedication and passion in sharing his firefighting experiences make a visit to the museum truly worthwhile.

We visited on Wednesday and there was no queue. We got a personal tour of the place and it was great to see how fire fighting has evolved over the years. Al and Josh who provided the tour were lovely. They are open most Saturdays. So, give them a call before you head out over the weekend.

A must visit if in Port Macquarie . A personal collection of memorabilia from our local firemen , support those that have supported you and give back . Thanks Don a job well done .

Well set up Not far from town Very friendly

Absolute must visit if you’re in the area. Thanks again Don!

POSITIVE. Great fully fenced dog parks, 2 seperate areas for small and larger dogs. Has benches, few activities ( tunnel, balance tree stump, sit/ stay platform, bars to jump over) water facility, doggy bags and bin at entrance. Lots of shady areas and trees to play hide and seek. NEG. Patchy grass so would possably be muddy in wet weather. Lots sticks from branches.

Two Great parks for travelling doggos. Fenced off, water for dogs and the humans... Established trees and seating areas. Near the public toilets (not inside the dog park)... Good size parks for your four legged to run, play, stretch and do their jobs. Some locals can be a bit unfriendly for travelling folk.

When it was first opened it probably nice. When we visited gates were damaged, no poo bags, garbage bin was overflowing, etc. We stopped by to let the dog stretch her legs during a road trip and the size was great and the surrounding area looked nice.

Great space for the dogs to run and play. One of the nicer parks we’ve been to on our travels. Two seperate fenced areas - one for small dogs and one for large. The small dog section was great and our little Jack Russell, Cosmo, loved running around with his new buddy Rex! Lots of shade and seats, water tap and bowl, mix of grass and dirt, obstacles for the dogs and friendly people, too! You can follow Cosmo’s journey around Australia on YouTube ‘Darby And Ro’ or on his Instagram @cosmology_the_dog Would highly recommend this dog park! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Pretty okay. I went at 6:30 am and there was an aggressive dog in there so I went back later and the park was full of great doggos. There’s also two parks, one for large dogs and the other for small ones. There is not any grass in the large dog section so my mutt got pretty filthy. Also, check out the trees above for koalas. They frequent these trees

Fenced dog park with both big dogs and small dogs yards. Not a big space but its a good alternative to the dog beaches if your dog needs a fence or you dont want him to get wet.

The port Macquarie council has given one dog park which is in town near the tennis courts It's in wood street Port Good thing has 2 separate areas for large and small dogs to play in both fenced area We really need more dog parks as the community is growing fast

A dynamic opening for the inaugural National BLACKSMITHING Survey Exhibition, a beautifully installed exhibition of incredibly diverse work, ambitious in scale and technicalities. A great exhibition for summer, engaging on so many levels and wonderfully at home in the superb contemporary architecture of the Glasshouse Regional Gallery. GRACE COCHRANE, formerly chief curator at The Powerhouse Museum, provided a detailed survey of the revival of contemporary blacksmithing, also to be found in the catalogue! Delighted to be selected for the exhibition, showing a wearable bangle / brooch. Heat forged, mild steel loves to curve around the wrist, or equally, on heavier winter clothing, be pinned as a brooch.

It's a relaxing space and worth a wander. It's free and it's easy to park. The 2 exhibitions featured during my visit were of local work and of artists a bit further north. I loved at least a good proportion of it but I concede a regional public gallery has some responsibility to nurture artists from beginners to expert. This it does but doesn't forget to include a good proportion of skilled and stylish work. Keep up the good work.

Great little gallery! Free entry and got to see the touring Archibald from last year!

The staff here are so friendly especially Kirsty and Carolina thanks for making it a good experience

Excellent regional gallery with high calibre and diverse exhibition by Sydney Printmakers currently, as well as a great survey of local student works.

Really enjoyed the artwork exhibition of local regional artists and the gift shop showcased quality goods at extremely reasonable prices. Great staff… friendly, helpful and up for a chat👍

Great art gallery

The Manning Entertainment Centre is a fantastic venue! Comfortable seating, great acoustics, and excellent lighting make every performance enjoyable. The staff and volunteers are warm, welcoming, and professional, ensuring everything runs smoothly. It’s wonderful to have such a high-quality venue right here in Taree that hosts both local talent and big shows. A true gem for the community — highly recommend!

Wonderful old home, beautiful maintained and well worth a visit.

Historic local home of Flynn family. Interesting place and detailed display of family history . Also has a nice little coffee shop.

A surprising treat, we didn't realize how enjoyable this would be. Very friendly staff, with nice tea and scones A real Olde Worlde experience. Don't expect too much info regarding the house, let your imagination fill in the gaps You might be lucky & see a koala or two 🤷‍♂️ Overall, we're glad we didn't miss it 👍 ps...the toilets were clean 🤭

Didn't visit the house but did go into the koala hospital. The work they do here is amazing. It's free to go and look around and take photos. A donation is up to you and you can even adopt one of them.

Surprisingly, good coffee Great sandwiches including Classic Reuben's and salmon cheese bagel. Free historic house you can walk through or have a conference room at. Right next to Koala hospital, too, that's worthy of a donation, but free to see and walk through

Fantastic piece of history and is a must see attraction in Port Macquarie located right next to the koala hospital makes for a great day out with a fantastic cafe with hot and cold drinks along with light meals, alon with indoor and outdoor seating. Onsite amenities and a big grassy area to lay out a picnic blanket. Would recommend

Great gated playground with shaded BBQ area. Calm and peaceful- very family friendly!

Its a very nice place for a mix of things including fishing and swimming and there are plenty take away shops to have some lunch there. There is a wide variety of wildlife in there mainly just fish and pelicans and it can get deep around the middle. Very nice place and i reccomond going here.

Absolutely stunning inlet. Easy safe swimming and great photo opportunities. Loved it here.

Great spot for a relax. Plenty of seating. Good food and coffee across the road. Ideal for families with kids, who can paddle safely. Popular spot during holidays when parking can be a bit tight.

Calm lake with few cafes on the other side of the road. Don't forget to go to the other side of the lake.

Amazing spot for fishing and swimming, safe for little kids. Great BBQ area, good parking and coffee shop and eateries across the road

Gorgeous Lake. It is so perfect for everyone, picnic, swimming, BBQ,fishing, stand-up paddles,kayak/canoe,playground,great stroll nice to watch sunrise sunset. Looking over the beach too, skateboard Park. Great carpark, toilet. Good shelter fresh air. Dog paddle

A little hard to find. Don't drive out to lake innes with google map. Nice Australian bush. Easy walk. Bit of a tea tree swamp

why can't I walk my dog on a lead? I pick up his poop!

This track is probably the best dedicated space to ride a bike in Port Macquarie - MOST of the time! With the recent rainy year, be prepared to get muddy if you wanna ride here. Disappointing, as with some improved surfacing & drainage, this track could service walkers & bike riders all the way into town almost! Lovely walk when it's dry. You'd forget you're in the middle of a small town along here. Bring mosquito spray though, you'll likely need it.

A lovely 5km walking and cycle track that takes you from Lake Road to Crestwood Estate with a turn off for one of the local schools. Lots of fauna around such as Water Dragons, Land Mullets, Goannas, snakes, Kangaroos plus bird life. Ideal place to take the family for a casual walk/ ride and there are also benches for those needing a rest.

Great for the hole family. Mostly flat, no major hills. Loverly and quiet, no car noises when in the track. Only native animal noises. Great for quiet contemplation. So very enjoyable for all ages. Highly recommend for all ages.....

You can start your walk or ride along the Lake Road entrance and take in the scenery as you leisurely stroll through or you can fly through on your bike. With multiple entry and exit starting points at Lake Innes

A real hidden gem in Port. Fantastic for a walk, run or bike ride with the family.