Port Macquarie

Port Macquarie is situated on the mid-north coast of New South Wales, and boasts one of the most ideal climates in Australia. Summer temperatures average 23°C and winter a mild 19°C, making 'Port', as it is known to locals, the perfect holiday destination at any time of year. With a population of 45,000, Port Macquarie is an area of stunning natural beauty with a colonial history and all the amenties of a thriving resort town - view photo gallery.

Town Features

• Museums – learn about Port Macquarie's rich convict and maritime history (Port Macquarie is one of the oldest penal colonies in Australia)
• Boutique shopping and two major shopping centres
• Abundant selection of restaurants and cafes
• Cinema and waterfront parks
• Heritage buildings
• 18 hole golf course

Natural Attractions

• World Heritage listed National Parks
• 13 picturesque, uncrowded beaches
• Macquarie Nature Reserve and the Koala Hospital
• Sea Acres Nature Reserve
• Port Macquarie Astronomical Observatory
• Beautiful river estuary system to explore

Holiday Activities

• Surfing/Beach activities
• Bush walking
• Boating, sailing, canoeing
• Diving and snorkelling, shipwrecks
• Fishing
• Bike riding
• Golf
• Scenic flights
• Scenic waterway cruises
• Watercraft hire including dingys, boats, BBQ Boats, jet skies

Transport

• Airport with flights from mainland capitals plus the Gold Coast and Cairns
• Car hire with local Avis, Thrifty, Hertz and Budget offices
• Local bus networks and taxis, and the Travel Coach Australia network