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Written by Rahul on June 1, 2023 Share on

Things to do in Port Macquarie – A perfect getaway destination

One of the closest getaway destinations from the city of Sydney is Port Macquarie. It is a very beautiful destination to visit. It is a city to relax and stay in peace rather than roaming around to explore. The beautiful scenic views of this place will make you fall in love with it. Choose this destination to spend a very relaxed yet a beautiful time with your family and your loved ones. But it is a region where you can also do ‘n’ number of activities and never feel bored too. So here are the best things to do in Port Macquarie. Do scroll down to know more about the same activities.

Port Macquarie, Australia
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Things to do in Port Macquarie

Port Macquarie is a perfect getaway destination in Australia. It is very close to Sydney and this is a place that most families would prefer to visit to have a very relaxed time. So get out of your hotel rooms and visit the sunny beaches and beautiful gardens. Here are the best things to do while you are in Port Macquarie.

Also Read: Beaches in Sydney

Town Beach Sunrise

Not many of you are early birds. Some like to stay in their bed and have a great time there. But when it comes to Port Macquarie, it is mandatory for you to be an early riser just to view one of the most beautiful natural phenomena in the world, the sunrise. Viewing it from Town Beach is an absolutely stunning experience. This is one of the top things to do in Port Macquarie.

Town beach, Port Macquarie
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Close encounters with Koala at the Billabong Koala Wildlife Park

Here at the Billabong Koala Wildlife Park, you will be able to hold, pet and feed the Koala. Also, get to meet Shrek the monster, a much cuter version of the same. You can also pet the Kangaroos and the Wallabies at this park. Overall this will be a wonderful experience for your family. Are you ready to meet the Koalas? Greet them and spend a day with these cuties.

Koala sighting at the Billabong Koala Wildlife Park
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Coastal Walk

A walk along the coast is always a soothing experience for anyone. The fresh sea breeze, the white sand and the beautiful scenery will just boost your overall energy. This is one amongst the highly recommended activity in port Macquarie with your loved ones. Enjoy the 9 KM stretch walk and it will indeed be one amongst the interesting experiences.

Also Read: Theme Parks in Sydney

Coastal walk by the Town beach
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Shop at the Wauchope Farmers Market

Every fourth Saturday is a very memorable day for the locals as the Wauchope Farmers Market opens up. This is one of the places where you can buy fresh produce from the markets directly from the farmers. This will be a very memorable place for you as there will be different colours of foods and the taste of these fruits here is just impeccable. This is surely a very important place to visit while you are in Port Macquarie.

Wauchope Farmers Market, Port Macquarie
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Visit Old Bottlebutt in Burrawan State Forest

At the Burrawan State Forest, you literally fall in love with the lush fields. The most famous thing here is the Red Bloodwood Tree. This 200-year-old tree is 50 metres high and 16 metres wide at the base. Wrap your hands around the tree and pose for a picture. Just try!

Old Bottlebutt in Burrawan State Forest, Port Macquarie
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