When you drive up the driveway of your chosen motel in Coffs Harbour, NSW, Australia, for sure you’ll feel excited and validated that you have, indeed, come to the best place for sun and surf, road trips, and family holidays.
This city in the Mid-North Coast of New South Wales brings back a lot of childhood memories to many weekenders that it becomes the perfect destination to take your kids to. It’s their turn to enjoy the quiet beaches, though less trendy than the ones in Byron Bay. Or if you’re a backpacker shuttling between Sydney and Brisbane, Coffs Harbour is a good layover. Besides, the city is very tourist-oriented.
Fly into the city directly or get on a Premier or Greyhound coach from Sydney or Brisbane. After you’ve checked in at your motel in Coffs Harbour, take time to get to know the town and its charms.
Camera-ready sights
The Big Banana on Pacific Highway, just north of town – Having your photo taken in front of the banana is traditional, but the banana bread, choc-dipped bananas, and banana smoothie shouldn’t be missed as well. If you think the souvenir items are kitschy, you can just try the fun rides and the indoor real-snow slope.
Pet Porpoise Pool on Orlando Street, near the jetty end – This is another Coffs institution, dating some 40 years back. Shows are twice a day, where you and your kids can get close to dolphins and seals.
Butterfly House at 5 Strouds Road, Bonville – Walk around this indoor rainforest and let butterflies rest on your hand. You should explore the maze and dine at the cafe afterwards to share your experience.
Muttonbird Island – It is a peninsula that extends out from the marina. Although completely treeless, it is a nesting site for migratory birds called wedge-tailed shearwaters or muttonbirds. On the eastern coast of the island is a great view of the sea, where you can spot whales.
Activities worth tweeting about
Surfing at Coffs beaches – Park Beach is the main tourist draw. It is a little to the north of Coffs Creek. Swimming, however, can be rough here.
Lounging at the small, sheltered beach inside the mouth of Coffs Creek – While your kids swim, chat up local fishermen.
Dolphin or whale watching – June to November is whale season, while dolphins are present year-round. Enlist the help of your motel in Coffs Harbour, so you can join a cruise just for these activities.
Helicopter scenic flights over the beaches and rainforest – Flights start at $45. You can even take a half-hour flying class that will allow you to hover over the coast.
Little bits of Coffs Harbour to take home
Fresh produce at the Jetty Markets – The market opens only every Sunday, located under the Jetty Village Shopping Centre.
Cheap beer at the RSL (Returned Services League)
Local, handmade products at the Harbourside Markets – the area sells only local products. You will also enjoy the great ambience under shaded trees, with live music playing and the beaches just a short walk away. This is a great spot to cap off your stay, before you head back to your motel in Coffs Harbour, NSW.
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