Although Byron Bay has a reputation for being something of a party destination you may be surprised to learn that families are in fact well catered for. As long as you avoid coming during the peak music festival season you and the family can enjoy a relaxing and memorable holiday by the seaside.

Cape Byron is Austalia's most easterly point and is located on the far north coast of New South Wales. It can be easily found off the Pacific Highway 175 km south of Brisbane or 800km north of Sydney. Many visitors decide to drive to Byron after visiting the Gold Coast as it is only a 40 minute drive south. If you find yourself in one of our car rentals on the east coast of Australia you should drop in and visit Byron bay.

The following list covers some of the ways that families can spend their time in Byron Bay.

Art Class

If you have children to entertain, why not sign them up for a pottery class or 3hour art course? These course are specially designed for the casual artist who has no formal training and no ambition for a career in the arts, but who can appreciate the joy of creating something unique and personal. Kids just love working with their hands and the sense of achievement it gives them. Adults classes are also available.

Art Gallery

Byron Bay and its surrounding areas are home to a large number of artists and as a result there are a large number of galleries in the area. There are a diverse range of artworks including paintings, textiles, blown glass, wood work, handmade jewelry, body art, aboriginal art and home wares. A visit to the surrounding towns of Mullumbimby and Bangalow will not disappoint the artistic types. Most town are no more than 30 minutes drive away from each other and the roads are wide and well sign posted. Visitors in one of our car hire vehicles will have no trouble finding their way around.

Horse Riding

There is nothing more romantic than a couples ride along the white sandy beaches of our gorgeous coastline. Whether you are travelling as a couple or with a family group Byron Bay has a horse riding experience to suit you. Rides range from a couple of hours to half day tours, even riding lessons and pony rides for children. If you have ever dreamed of riding along the beach at sunset, then your dreams can come true in Byron Bay.

Kayaking

If you have never been kayaking you will certainly enjoy the Byron Bay experience. Kayaking is a fun and safe way to be out on the water without the need for a boat or a captain's license. You can take either a morning or evening guided tour of the Byron Bay marine park. Your guide will take you to the best vantage points and will also provide free snorkeling photos, drinks and snacks. If you prefer the freedom of being on your own it is also possible to hire a kayak and set your own pace. Why not swap your car rental for a kayak rental and see life from a different point of view?

National Park / Wildlife Tour

Byron Bay is surrounded by pristine rainforests which are home to a wide range of native Australian wildlife. Day time tours will give visitors the change to see some of our native wildlife in their natural habitat. Full day or half day tours are available. Tours vary with some focusing on the plant life while others encompass the native Australian wildlife.Whether you like walking or climbing you will find a tour to suit your preferences and abilities. If you prefer to travel at your own pace then why not take your car hire out on the open road and go exploring?

Scenic Tour

There are a number of ways to take a scenic tour of Byron Bay and its surrounding areas. In fact visitors are spoilt for choice. From the air you may choose between Microlights, Gliding, Hang Gliding, Skydiving and Helicopter flights. Scenic tours on the water include Kayaking, snorkeling and diving. Land lovers are also well catered for with a range of bus and mountain bike tours being offered in and around Byron Bay. Visitors are spoilt for choice when it comes to taking in the scenic beauty of the region. If you have trouble deciding we recommend taking a self guided tour of the area in your car rental Australia to see what appeals to you the most.

Snorkeling

Located almost 3 kilometers from Byron Bay the Julian Rocks Marine Park is rated among the top ten scuba diving locations in Australia. The mixture of tropical warm currents with cooler temperate waters makes for a unique diving experience. There is an amazing diversity and abundance of fish life with over 600 recorded species of tropical, temperate and pelagic fish. Whales, Dolphins, Manta Rays, Leopard Sharks, the endangered Grey Nurse Shark and three species of Turtle are all common visitors to the Julian Rocks. All the action is just 10 minutes from Byron's main beach! Car hire Australia holidays don't get much better than this.

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