Big Volcano® Visitor Guide
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Tourist Attractions
Come to the home of the arts and crafts galore, historic buildings, museums, environmental centres and more fruit than Carmen Miranda's head-dress!
Tourist attractions abound in the region; from museums and historic houses to wildlife parks, lighthouses, art galleries, retail outlets, and our magnificient beaches and World Heritage listed National Parks and reserves.
Tariff is indicative only (per person).
- See also;
- Day Tours and Cruises
- Art Galleries
- Artisans and Crafts
- Cafes and Teahouses
- Eco Tours and Nature Tours
- Museums and Historic Places
- Weekend Markets
Find out about the World Heritage of the region. When visiting our natural and scenic attractions please observe the Guidelines for Ecotourists.
The museum is open daily from 9am to 4pm, EAST, except Xmas Day, Boxing Day, Anzac Day and Good Friday, with a large collection of naval and maritime memorabilia: a full size La Balsas raft which succesfully completed a trans Pacific voyage from South America, and many other interesting displays. Admission by donation
Cape Byron Headland Reserve stands on the most easterly point of the Australian mainland, with a spectacular cliff top walking track offering panoramic views of the ocean and north coast hinterland. Visitor centre, shop and lighthouse tours.
Vehicle parking fees apply, pedestrian access is free.
Open 9.00am - 5.00pm seven days a week. Visit a wildlife park with a difference!
Nestled in secluded bushland in the heart of Queensland's Gold Coast, come and view animals in surroundings similar to their natural habitat and enjoy daily ranger-guided wildlife shows. Cafe (10am-2pm daily), and souvenir shop.
Family ticket (2 adults and up to 4 children) - $54.90, Adults $21.50, Concession $14.25
Home to the Margaret Olley Art Centre, touring exhibitions from capital city galleries, and public programs showcasing local talent, the TRG also displays previous Doug Moran Potrait Prize winners, along with other donated and purchased works.
Daily guided tours, and art classes, craft workshops and school holiday programs are also offered.
The galley has cafe and a gift and souvenir shop.
Open 10am - 5pm Wednesday to Sunday. Free Admission
Displays showcase the patterns of settlement, industry and agriculture that have shaped the Valley, and provide insights into contemporary life in the Shire. School groups and special interst groups welcome by arrangement.
Open 10am - 4pm Tuesday to Saturday. Free Admission
A NSW NPWS Historic Site open daily, features a mangrove boardwalk and walking track winding through the site and free use of picnic facilities with electric barbecues.
The Cultural Centre has a museum, and a shop offering aboriginal art, crafts and souvenirs.
Private tours, small groups, school groups and special interest groups of 20+, are welcome. Indigenous guides are available by arrangment, to provide guided interpretive tours through the museum and site with its relics, flora and fauna. $p.o.a.
The shop and museum open Monday to Friday, 9am-3pm. Museum entry fee: Kids/Students/Pensioners $5, Adults $10.* The walk is free.
* As at 25/8/21
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Now open on the Gold Coast is the most amazing private collection of Australian muscle cars from the 50's, 60's & 70's.
On display are Chargers, Ford hardtops , XY-GT's, SLR5000 Torana's and nearly every Monaro model made from 1968 to 1976.
Are you are a die-hard MAD MAX fan? Then you just got to see the Interceptor we have on display. Its just like in the original film.
Lots of fun for the kids too! Play to your heart's content on the free pinball machines, and race you friends on the scalextric track.
Wander Byron provides guided sunrise tours up to Byron Bay lighthouse that will align physical and spiritual wellness, allowing for gratitude, energy and enlightenment.
One hour prior to sunrise, guests meet their tour guide to enjoy an uplifting elixir to open their hearts & minds followed by an energising trail mix featuring local produce.
With a new sense of excitement, guests will embark on a 2hr adventure!
Guests will be taken on a hike through rainforest, beach and clifftops to be the first people in Australia to witness the spectacular sunrise at the most easterly point in the country.
Home to a diverse array of Australian native wildlife, guests have the opportunity to feed kangaroos, meet koalas, and learn all about the incredible animals that call the Sanctuary home. Sit back and enjoy one of the many daily interactive shows and educational presentations.
Be captivated by native birdlife showcasing natural behaviours at Wild Skies Free Flight Bird Show or immerse in First Nations culture at the Aboriginal Cultural Presentation.
Looking for recommendations on what to see and do? Ask one of the helpful volunteers positioned around the Sanctuary.
Throw your swimwear into a bag and set sail with See Moreton to discover this world-renowned island paradise! Enjoy miles of unspoiled white sand beaches, snorkel the famed Tangalooma Wrecks, encounter wild dolphins, and satisfy your appetite with a gourmet tropical buffet lunch.
Moreton Island
A short scenic journey into Byron Bay’s hinterland lies a magical sanctuary. Stand between two of the tallest crystals on earth. Sit in an ancient amethyst cave.
Wander through the tranquil Shambhala Gardens and rainforest. Indulge in a delicious lunch and homemade desserts at the cafe.
These are just a few of the unforgettable moments you'll experience at Crystal Castle and Shambhala Gardens.
Go on a self-guided E Bike tour through the best of the Tweed hinterland to finish at the award-winning Husk Farm Distillery. (return transfer included)
E Bike effortlessly through nature reserves, the full length of The Northern Rivers Rail Trail, up windy lanes through the rainforest & across flat open cane fields. Guide yourself at your own pace with our custom smartphone app.
- Entry to Dreamworld and the SkyPoint Observation Deck
- Entry to WhiteWater World during seasonal operations (please check website)
- Experience Dreamworld's thrill rides like Sky Voyager, Tailspin, The Giant Drop
- Get seriously wet in WhiteWater World's The Green Room, Cave of Waves and more
- Take in the spectacular views from the SkyPoint Observation Deck
Enjoy an authentic Australian farm experience, and learn how to throw a boomerang. See kangaroos and koalas up-close in their sanctuary. Enjoy live shows including sheep herding and damper making.
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Monday to Saturday: 8am-4pm, Sunday 9am-2pm,
Jingi Cafe 9am - 2pm daily
Open: 9.30am-3.30pm Wednesday and 1st Sat. February to end of 2nd week of December.
OPEN 10am-5pm DAILY
Open: Tues 9am-12noon, Saturday and Sunday, 10 am–4 pm, School and Group visits by appointment.
M-F: 9am to 4pm, Sat. 10am to 1pm
Fruit Trees and Rainforest Trees for Australian Backyards.
Guided tours by appt
For 2-50 ppl, school groups, buses and coaches welcome. Learn about our pioneering family dairy farm, and our automated milking technology.
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