The 25 best sights 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.

It's quite a small but compact and informative museum. I was quite amazed by the size of the museum that allows them to be able to display so much informative stuff, educating the public on their history of Port Macquarie. The tickets are at $5 for adult and it's totally worth the time to drop by and visit them if you are in Port Macquarie.

Very helpful volunteers. I was looking for ancestor details. The museum itself is bigger than it looks but pretty typical of those you see in many country towns where people have lovingly curated the collections. Worth a visit and the entrance fee.

The museum is set out so you would not miss any display as you walk around

Our family was greeted with friendly and informative staff. This place is perfect for all ages. You could easily spend 1 to 2 hours here. They have I-Spy game, colouring and Lego table for the little ones. Beautiful displays. Conveniently located at the city centre. Great discovery and learning experience on Port Macquarie.

The best local small history museums in NSW, the ladies are very lovely. The place is well presented, they are supporting the senior people around the area. Actually you can access it for free if you have a senior card. For adults $5. Port Macquarie is the third city for settlers around 1821, the house was built around 1831 and 1835. It is located on one of the major roads. It was a very enjoyable place for a family trip in Port Macquarie.

An informative museum of the history of the region from convict days to today. I didn’t know anything about the region before visiting and came out feeling informed enough to appreciate the remainder of my visit in Port Macquarie. Who knew that public private healthcare partnerships were trialled here…. you will after visiting this museum. Only costs $5 for adults to enter so give it a go for an informative history lesson.

We were impressed. This museum looks small from outside but very large and plenty to see inside! We learnt a lot about the history of early settlement and their life. Very interesting. We had a family ticket for $15, which was not expected as we expected to pay for adults and children separately. The ladies at the front look like volunteers, they were very welcoming and friendly. There are many free onstreet parking, but was very busy as we went during public holiday. Strongly recommended to visit when you are at Port Macquarie.

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

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!!’

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.

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!

The Pad Thai and prawns was the best I've ever had. We wish we discovered this Thai restaurant earlier. Thank you for accommodating our group !

This is a must visit experience for a tourist like me. The lovely staff were really helpful and they stock beautiful and unique items made by local artisans and makers. Definitely join the membership program for a discount. This was a retail highlight experience during my stay at Port Mac.

A compact space with multiple seating options and no blind spots. The front rows seem really up close but may be suitable for certain events. The staff were very helpful especially considering we had a family member in a wheelchair. I recommend that you call the venue before booking wheelchair accessible seating tickets.

Outstanding concert at the Glasshouse last night . The sound,lighting and general intimacy of this theatre gave the' Echos of Pink Floyd ' concert the ability to totally immerse us in an era of phenomenal music! There is no bad seat in this theatre . The show was professional from start to finish . The musicians appear also to appreciate this venue! After living in the city for most of my life ,I appreciate the short travel and lack of turmoil to return home as well. We are so fortunate to have this facility in town ... World class!

Excellent venue, fantastic staff, very helpful when my mum had a medical episode. Gave us complimentary tickets as we missed the show. Thank you again for everything, much appreciated ☺️

My disabled parents attended the Human Nature concert and faced serious accessibility issues. Staff refused early toilet access, the accessible toilet required an unannounced key, and box office staff made unnecessary requests despite seeing their mobility limitations. Wheelchair placement blocked aisles, and overall staff lacked empathy. They had travelled from Sydney and left feeling sad and mistreated.

1st time visit to see hmHindley Street Country Club in concert. It was fantastic the sound the look the atmosphere was superb 👌 Note....... The access to the downstairs toilets fot both men & women was something else - so down stairs to lower level only one way down & back line into bathroom lines to toilets fight thru crowd to get out 5 🌟 stars for venue but 1/2 🌟 star for toilet design architects need punch in face ...... But the acoustics, design and fell of the twin balcony auditorium is excellent. Loved it

A small museum housed across 2 small cottages and staffed by enthusiastic volunteers. There is a lot of information about the maritime history of the region. I liked the maritime flags in each room with an explanation of their meaning. A quick visit from me as I’m more of a glancer rather than a reader of everything but good value for the $5 admission.

This a great little maritime museum set up in the old pilots cottage on the bluff above Town Beach. No boats but it has lots of small displays and information based on local the maritime history. Definitely worth a visit if you're into maritime history.

Absolutely worth the visit. So much of our nations’ history is linked to the sea and this small maritime museum commemorates so many amazing mariners, ships and stories. The art gallery is very good. Thank you to the ladies for showing us around.

What an interesting place. If you are interested in ships history this is a great place to visit. Well done to all the volunteers that keep this museum going.

Very interesting museum. Great to learn about the maritime history of Port Macquarie. Friendly staff with a good knowledge of the items on display.

Well maintained and a great selection room of maritime history and memorabilia. Helpful support from the front desk too.

Absolutely wonderful weather was nice most of the time. Went to a lovely art gallery with local works, very nice.

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

Had a absolute lovely time! The presentation was nice and very informative, luck was on our side when we were there because there were no clouds so saw a multiple stars

The lecture style was hard for my young ones (6 , 8) but I found it fascinating

Definitely not worth the $35. Lecturer was boring and just a powerpoint presentation. One guy walked out and I was not far after him. Compared to the Tamworth group they win hands down for the display, interesting presentation and it was FREE.

My husband and I attended the talk/presentation and telescope night. It was very informative, interactive and interesting. Definitely worth a visit if you're interested in all things space

The upgrade was lovely. My experience was poor. I had a poor experience was due to Joy, the way she talked to me was terrible and the way she talked to the crowd was also poor. I think she forgets the owe people get when looking though the telescope for the first time. It really made the experience not worth it.

We were so excited but had to queue in a cramped space for our turn for the telescope. After waiting ages another group came in and were ushered in front of us. My hubby and another lady spoke up and we got our turn but we ended up leaving before the presentation as my back couldn’t take much more.

Came on Sunday. We got to see Venus, Saturn and Jupiter. Got to hear about ISS and John Webbs Satellite Telescope as well.

We had dinner at The Beach House in Port Macquarie, and it was a fantastic experience from start to finish. We were welcomed by lovely staff, and the location is perfect—right near the water with easy parking, which is always a win! The vibe was relaxed and inviting, making it the perfect spot for a meal. Now, the food—absolutely delicious! I had the Juniper Lamb (slow-cooked & packed with flavour), and Chris went for his go-to, the fish tacos—both were spot on. If you’re in Port Macquarie, The Beach House is definitely worth a visit. We’d go back in a heartbeat!

Has potential to be great, the view is lovely but lacked ambiance and friendly bar staff at the venue. The female attendant was wearing a scowling look when we asked if cocktails were $10…i don’t know what was so happy about a happy hour cocktail special where only three cocktails were $2 off the regular price @$18??!! Competitive prices are needed to bring in a decent crowd on a Friday night

The Beach House Hotel is one of my favourites! Ive been here for everything - from intimate catch-ups to larger group gatherings, including birthdays and work colleague get-togethers - its always spot on. The staff are super friendly and always helpful, making every visit feel special. The cocktails are delicious, the food is consistently great, and the views are just stunning. Dog-friendly outside, which is a huge plus, and Sunday's are best - chill vibes with live music and a relaxed crowd. Perfect spot to unwind, enjoy great service, and soak up the atmosphere with beautiful water views. Highly recommended for locals and visitors! 👌🏻

It was ok. We ordered entree and mains, but they brought them all out at the same time resulting in a table with no space and our drinks on the ground, we then had a cold mains meal because it was cold by the time we ate our entree. One person on our table ordered the steak, it came in a bowl and when he was cutting his meat the bowel tipped into his lap... it was odd because another person ordered the salad and that came on a flat plate , which the steak should have come on. The food was ok.

Like others have mentioned. This place could be so much better. It is a comfortable and attractive place with a pleasant outlook with a reasonable range on both the food and drinks menu. But the table service is nonexistent (sticky table), you have to order either via a QR code or at the bar, not even water in the table, you have to get your own. The hot food came out quickly but nobody came to check on the meals or ask if we wanted additional drinks or dessert. The lamb shank was tasty but came just with roast potatoes, no vegetables and you can’t order them as a side. A few changes and this place could be truly memorable. Sadly it is subpar

What a venue to enjoy a beautiful meal and a cold beverage. Stunning views and a walk to everything you need. Food was spectacular and waited no time once ordered to being served, the service was with a smile as well. The staff here seem to enjoy working which makes the experience much nicer. 10 out of 10 and will be back again and again. Thanks

Came here with my family and the in laws today had a massive feed didn't wait long for our food friendly staff great service everyone enjoyed it would recommend coming here 💯👍🙂

This home & its lovely grounds are a credit to the dedicated volunteers who have conserved and maintained it, especially the wonderfully knowledgeable curator, Ian, who shared the history of the house and its family. The new additions preserve and enhance the original remains - and the port is delicious.

Lovely place volunteers are amazing. The wine tasting was free bought a cheese platter for 3 cost $35. Lovely wines knowledgeable volunteers. Highly recommend.

A fabulous experience. The volunteers have done an amazing job. Everyone was very friendly. The tour was informative and the free wine tasting excellent. The bamboo planted in 1868 was incredible. Well worth a visit.

This place is managed by a not-for-profit and run by volunteers. The old house has its own interesting history, and the winery is also quite nice, including its gardens and bamboos. When you think about the amount of work required of winery owners to get something like this off the ground, it is an amazing job the volunteers have been doing here over the years. They don't have their own wine-makers, but use the service of nearby wineries to assist with the process, although the grapes every year do get hand-picked by volunteers.They have a few offerings including Port. Their wines aren't overly expensive but you feel it's money well spent. People should come here more and listen to their stories as well as tasting the nice wine and taking in the natural beauty.

Loved this beautiful little piece of history, the little homestead and the farm is beautiful. Awesome wine, loved avery one of them in the tasting. I loved the staff that showed us around and gave us a tasting, very informative and lovely people 🍷

Last Sunday of the month. Open mic was great- first time and some great music, vibe and cheese platters with wine. Well worth a visit! All run by volunteers - a hidden treasure!

Free tour of the historical homestead. No need to book ahead or anything! After the tour, there's a generous free tasting of all 6 of their wines. Recommended experience!

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.

What a fantastic experience on the wave rider with Macca today! It started off slow but he stayed out until we got a fantastic show from multiple whales. Absolutely appreciate the dedication from this team. The three of us had such a wonderful time and my Grandad who has been on many whale watching cruises said this was by far the best! Thanks for a fantastic time, Port Jet and for going above and beyond to make sure we got a great show!

The Sunset Cruise was relaxing and the sunset did not disapoint. The team also made sure we spent time viewing the dolphins that frolicked around us. Great cruise along the Hasting River.

Absolutely brilliant. If you're reading this you're in the right place. You don't need to search any further you've found the best in the area. Powerful, clean, safe and comfortable vessels with such knowledgeable staff they should be given Honorary PhD's in Marine Biology. My friend is disabled and walking on uneven surfaces can be an extra challenge, but no! Not with this attentive supportive crew. Absolutely no dramas at all. We've been on many of their adventures and have loved every one. CONGRATS Port Jet Cruises 🛳 👏🏻 - you've raised the bar on safe inclusive adventures.

We had an amazing time on the Wave Rider whale experience. It was a bit of a slow start with only a few whales at first, but near the end of the trip we got to see them jumping and playing—it was incredible! They even nearly doubled our time at sea so we could really enjoy it. The skipper was great for a laugh and helped make it an extremely memorable outing.

Went on a morning whale-watching cruise with some friends! The whales where playing hide & seek this particular day BUT our captain was persistent and dedicated to helping us have our whale experience! One lovely humpback whale gave us a wee show by popping up out of the water & even breaching briefly! It was a sight to behold, that's for sure ☺️ Make sure you arrive a half hour early so you can sign your waiver, get fitted with your life jacket & briefed on all the safety protocols/procedures etc. Be sure to wear waterproof clothing/shoes, sunscreen and bring sunglasses! (It can get quite bright/glarey out on the water! Ooh, and ocean water in the eyes can sting a bit...) Oh, and dress warmly- it does get cold out there! They do have waterproof poncho things on board which are very helpful when the seaspray tries to play "wet t-shirt competition" with you! A wonderful experience, nonetheless. Highly recommend ☺️👍

Had the most amazing day on a whale watch cruise. Saw a mother and calf which was pretty exciting then a pod of up to 250 dolphins. They gladly joined us and was magic. Then our spotter ( the legend) pointed out several groups of whales which appeared to be males attracted to a couple of playful females. We enjoyed watching them interacting all around us as some even played next to the boat. Such an amazing day and the crew were so informative and shared their passion with us.

The skipper was great. We saw whales. But why is this business supporting the anti renewable energy movement. Even Greenpeace has said there is no impact of windfarms on whales. So weird Update: so the business is really doubling down because of potential disturbance. This stance comes from fossil fuel industry lead misinformation and scare compaigns. They neglect to mention WWF, Greenpeace, NOAA are all supportive of windfarms. Here are some things that have actual known impacts on whales - climate change, boat strikes, fishing, entanglements and ... the whale watching industry. This is mentioned in a review because the business have their position on it very known

Great educational walk, thoroughly enjoyed it. Lovely atmosphere, and beautiful rainforest. We saw lots of wildlife.

It was a really nice little rainforest walk but in my opinion, it could have been longer! It costs about $9 per person to enter and it’s only a bit more than 1km around. Unluckily, we didn’t see any wildlife, but it was beautiful to be in the trees and fun to try and spot koalas or other animals. I would recommend visiting!

What a remarkable experience. The staff were so knowledgeable and friendly. We got to learn so much about the wildlife, forest floor, creeping vines and see so many incredible animals. Highly recommend this beautiful stroll!

Always enjoy visiting this place. There’s usually some volunteer guides who are very helpful.

This is a great little walk. If you're lucky you'll see a couple of animals and birds. Done it a few times over the years and always worth the visit.

Beautiful rainforest board walk. Great for the whole family. We saw a snake, a goanna, and lots of beautiful plant life. There are information plaques along the way to tell you more about what you're seeing. Definelty a good stop off of the highway..only 15 minutes into town.

A very nice broadwalk to take. Tickets for an adult cost $9. Took us about 30 to 45mins to finish the circuit broadwalk. Along the way while walking the broadwalk, there are some informative displays, mainly on the plants and trees. If you have some spare time, I would suggest you can do this walk. However if you are on a tight schedule or you are not near the vicinity, I would say it is not really a must to visit.

A little piece of paradise tucked away on Lighthouse Beach. This is dog friendly, and the surfing here is phenomenal. Just a great place to hang out.

Beautiful day out, accompanied by a sensational view(s).....Surf & sand, one of our creator's awesome recreational considerations for humanity 🙏👍 PS, Peer into the larger formation 🧐, anything familiar 🤔

Long natural beach area. Beautiful. Good surf swimming but being Australia you need to check if there are shark or jellyfish warnings. We enjoyed the waves and the water was clean.

Amazing rocks spread out on this wonderful, rugged beach. We came at sunset and really liked the colours and the textures of the rocks.

Nice beach with white sand. Clean, neat and tidy. Rocks add to the beauty of the scene. The lighthouse is an attraction. Couldn't find any option for shower/change. Locals were cool.

Great place to walk and relax dogs allowed South of rocks, camel rides available Sunday to Friday most of the year.

Part of Lighthouse Beach, one of the most beautiful beaches in Port and also dog friendly.

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 🥵

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.

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.

Super fun! You can pet the camels before and after. The guys are super nice and take photos with your phone. Bring carrots, the camels love it! :)

Staff very friendly and accomadating as they were thinking abt packing up when we showed up, also another couple and their 2 children showed up and they were happy for us all to have the last trip of the day. They even spoke in friendly manner or answered any questions. They even took photos with our cameras/phones.

The best experience in Port Macquarie! The guides are lovely and the camels are accommodating! Sign a quick waiver (not recommended for pregnant ladies) and off you go for a stroll down the beach! Long pants would be recommended, they provide cute little crash hats. Loved it and would definitely do it again!

My wife and son went on a a camel ride today. The operators were great and they enjoyed the whole experience start to finish. Highly recommended.

This was the best way to celebrate my Dads birthday with him 🎂 what an unforgettable experience!! The caretaker that guided us was super friendly and very knowledgeable about the camels 🐫 we learned so much about them from him!! This was a truly incredible experience that we will never forget ❤️

Poor business skills. Read reviews how helpful but I disagree. When you arrive before the end of the day ..2pm ,we were there at 1.40 just after the ride had gone. Okay put a sign no more rides and we and 8 others ( who were later than us) may not have stayed. It was the rudeness that I was offered by. No ride but you can pat the camel! 🐫 Businness must be good to say no to 10 people at $30 each !

These guys are amazing! This was such a fun experience. The camels are so sweet the and the owners were very entertaining. The kids had the best time, this was one of our favourite experiences we have had on our drive across Australia so far. Highly recommended!

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 had a personal tour & running commentary & hands on check & feel of most of the vintage boards on display, it's a must do for any vintage surf board collector... ✨🙌 it was most excellent , & highly recommended !, & many thanks to the local legends for their time. 🤙mph.🤙

An awesome range of surfing history, things beach, from childhood to youth times, to adulthood and “oldies”.

Interesting look into some of Port Macquarie's surfing history with old boards, books, magazines and photos. They need your support to rise money so go in the raffle for the great looking mal

great pop up museum about the history of local surfing, the people are really nice there as well, great place to visit

Must-see if you're a surfer, even interesting for my partner (non-surfer)