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About Port Macquarie

Port Macquarie is located on the mid-North Coast of New South Wales. It is approximately half-way between Sydney and Brisbane. Port Macquarie is a popular holiday destination and offers something for the whole family. Enjoy swimming, surfing or fishing on the beautiful beaches, bushwalking and horse riding through spectacular bushland or visit one of the many local attractions and landmarks.

  

History

The Hastings River Valley was first explored by John Oxley in 1818.  Port Macquarie was named after the governor of NSW, Lachlan Macquarie, and the area was initially a penal settlement. In the 1830's, free settlers came to the area attracted by rich pastoral land, natural resources and fishing. The town of Port Macquarie was established in 1887.
 
Today, Port Macquarie has more than 70,000 residents and its historical buildings, museums and landmarks - reminders of its rich past - are an important attraction for sightseers and history lovers.
 
 

Attractions in Port Macquarie

Port Macquarie's town centre boasts an interesting collection of surfing, antique, craft and gift shops, along with excellent restaurants, cafes, pubs and clubs.
 
A natural paradise, Port Macquarie is surrounded by beautiful bushland, wildlife reserves and tropical rainforests. For those who love the outdoors, Port Macquarie offers bushwalking, golfing, hang gliding, whale watching and much more. 
 
Above all, Port Macquarie is known for its beautiful waterways: 
    • Pristine beaches with barbecue facilities and free parking
    •  Whale watching cruises from June to October
    • World-class surfing and surfing schools, as well as windsurfing
    • Ocean and river boating
    •  Fishing, with bream, whiting, jewfish, flathead and tailor in abundance
 
 

Getting to and Around Port Macquarie

Getting to Port Macquarie is easy, whether you’re travelling by car, rail, bus or air.  You’ll find many attractions located within easy walking distance, or local buses connect the railway station, shopping centres and most beaches, as well as towns and areas around the Greater Port Macquarie region.
 

 

Surfing is a popular pastime in Port Macquarie

Sightings of dolphins is common off the coast of Port Macquarie.

Migrating whales can be seen off the coast of Port Macquarie from June to October.

Surfing is popular on Port Macquarie's incredible beaches, however surfers are not the only sights you will see off the beach. You will also spot dolphins and migrating whales off Port Macquarie's coastline as well as plenty of bird life.

Koalas can often be seen in the gum trees around Port Macquarie. If you would like a closer look, visit the local Koala Hospital, just a stroll away from Beachside Holiday Apartments. If you love nature Port Macquarie and the surrounding region has spectacular walks along the coastline and through cool rainforests.

Pelicans are a common sight on Port Macquarie's beaches.

Koalas can be seen in the Port Macquarie region and at the Koala Hospital.

The rainforests of Port Macquarie are ideal for bushwalking.

 
 

 

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Flynns Beach is one of Port Macquarie's most popular family beaches.
Offering safe swimming as it is regularly patrolled and has a large grassed area shaded with Norfolk Pines.

Fishing, surfing, swimming or just lazing on the sand are all popular pastimes at Flynns Beach.

Port Macquarie and the surrounding region has a great array of hinterland with spectacular views, crystal clear creeks and beautiful rainforests to explore.