Gold Coast Airport 57 min
Wategos Beach (7 min)
Picturesque, sheltered sandy beach popular for surfing, swimming, paddle boarding & picnicking. Julian Rocks Nguthungulli Nature Reserve (8 min)
Rocky outcrops in waters known for diving & snorkeling among gray nurse sharks, stingrays & turtles. The Pass (6 min)
Surf breaks, dolphin or whale sightings & sunset strolls on a beach overlooked by a lighthouse. Cape Byron State Conservation Area (11 min)
Hiking, surfing & dining around Australia's most easterly point, home to Cape Byron Lighthouse. Beach Byron Bay (17 min)
Modern Australian menu in a light-filled, stylish beachfront cafe/restaurant with outdoor seats. Clarkes Beach (3 min)
Sweeping, wide sandy beach known for surfing lessons & humpback whale sightings. Cape Byron Lighthouse (8 min)
Completed in 1901, this working lighthouse features sweeping bay views, a maritime museum & tours. Crystal Castle & Shambhala Gardens (27 min)
Attraction featuring massive geodes surrounded by subtropical gardens, plus a cafe & shop. Tallow Beach (4 min)
This expansive sandy beach in Arakwal National Park is a popular spot for swimming & birdwatching. Arakwal National Park (5 min)
Scenic area known for a sandy beach that's popular for wildlife viewing, swimming & fishing. Cape Byron (8 min)
Rugged headland & easternmost point of Australia, home to a panoramic lighthouse & low-key beaches. Belongil Beach (5 min)
Tranquil 2.5-km. beach with lifeguards on select dates & a clothing-optional area at the north end. The Farm Byron Bay (13 min)
Working farm, plant nursery & sustainable market garden with tours, an onsite restaurant & a bakery. Main Beach (18 min)
Long sandy beach popular for swimming & surfing, with bars, restaurants & hotels nearby. Stone & Wood Brewery Byron Bay (9 min)
Laid-back brewery with guided tours & tastings of signature ales & one-off batches, plus a canteen. | 
