1. Koala Hospital

    The Koala Hospital in Port Macquarie is a wildlife rehabilitation facility that is not-for-profit. It is known that this hospital has been rescuing and rehabilitating koalas since 1973. The entrance of this must-visit place is free. You will get the opportunity to see the koalas from close. You also have the option of becoming a supporter, applying to volunteer, or just making a donation.

  2. The Breakwall

    The Breakwall is a top-rated attraction in Port Macquarie. It is situated in the town’s northern part which is just west of Town Beach. The Breakwall is a walking path beside the water, facing the Hastings River. It is decorated with big, painted rocks. A few of the artworks are quite pretty and will surely capture your attention.

  3. Port Macquarie Museum

    The Port Macquarie Museum is situated in the centre of the town. It is a small history museum, and you can find several collections associated with this city’s and Australia’s social and cultural history. It is considered that this museum has a collection of over 10,000 archive items, 20,000 objects, as well as 100,000 photographs.

  4. Port Macquarie Coastal Walk

    woman walking on the beach

    The Port Macquarie Coastal Walk is approximately a 9 km walking trail beside Port Macquarie’s coastline between the Tackling Point Lighthouse and Town Green Park. The view along the walk is just stunning, taking in patches of rainforest, numerous beaches, and several headlands and bays.

  5. Sea Acres Rainforest Boardwalk

    The Sea Acres Rainforest Centre is situated just a short drive from Port Macquarie town centre. It provides an exceptional rainforest experience. The boardwalk of 1.3 km is something to be noticed. It permits the tourists to understand what a rainforest actually is. You can spot many birds and animals here.

  6. Flagstaff Lookout

    The Flagstaff Lookout is situated on a headland (Flagstaff Hill) between Town Beach and Oxley Beach. You can reach this place easily through a walking trail from William Street. The viewing platform stays where a beacon site and a signal station were established way back in 1821. Moreover, the flagstaff at the lookout is authentic and acts as a monument.

  7. Hastings River Cruise

    The Hastings River plays a major role in this beautiful city’s landscape. Doing a cruise here is a perfect opportunity for you to see the landscape from a unique perspective. The nearby cruise operators, such as Cruise Port Macquarie and Port Jet, run numerous types of cruises every day. This includes sunset cruises, whale and dolphin spotting cruises and the morning river cruises.

  8. Watonga Rocks

    Lighthouse Beach is considered one of the most visually appealing beaches in Port Macquarie. It is a 9 km long stretch of sand that is south-facing. There is sufficient space for sunbathers, swimmers, and pet owners. The Watonga Rocks are a fascinating rock formation. The rocks’ shapes and colours, where the sand meets the water, make the formation of rock an exceptional sight.

  9. Ellenborough Falls

    Ellenborough Falls is a gorgeous 200-metre-high waterfall. It is easily the tallest single-drop waterfall in New South Wales. Because there is quite a bit to do, you can easily spend an entire day at this place. This includes swimming and seeing the entire waterfall.

  10. North Brother Lookout

    It is highly recommended to visit the North Brother Lookout if you are driving from Sydney to Port Macquarie. The place is located about 40 km south of Port Macquarie. It is located on a mountain titled “North Brother”. The North Brother is a part of the Three brothers. The South and Middle are the two other mountains. The views from the North Brother are fantastic on a clear day. The city’s beaches are quite visible from this mountain.