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Port Macquarie

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Known for its numerous beaches and resident koala population, Port Macquarie offers visitors a welcoming environment in which to unwind. Closely tied to the sugar cane industry and missionary settlement, Port Macquarie has grown to become a thriving city of over 40,000 inhabitants. The city is a popular retirement destination. Port Macquarie is in New South Wales. When using our Australia trip builder website, you're building your holiday based on your own interests, visitor reviews, and the informed opinions of our well-traveled writers.
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Popular things to do in Port Macquarie

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Coastal walk
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Duration:3 h
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Koala Hospital
4.7
Duration:2 h
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Tacking Point Lighthouse
4.7
Duration:2 h
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Ricardoes Tomatoes and U-Pick Strawberry Farm
4.0
Duration:2 h

Kid-friendly things to do in Port Macquarie

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Billabong Zoo: Koala & Wildlife Park
4.3
Duration:8 h
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Lighthouse Beach
4.6
Duration:2 h 30 min
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Shelly Beach
4.5
Duration:1 h 30 min
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Port Macquarie Astronomical Observatory
3.7
Duration:1 h 30 min

Side trips from Port Macquarie

North Brother Mountain
Laurieton
4.9
Duration:2 h
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Trial Bay Gaol
South West Rocks
4.5
Duration:2 h
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Smoky Cape Lighthouse
South West Rocks
4.8
Duration:2 h
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Timbertown Wauchope
Wauchope
3.2
Duration:2 h

Hidden gems in Port Macquarie

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Hastings River
4.7
Duration:2 h
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Port Macquarie Museum
4.6
Duration:2 h
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Black Duck Brewery
4.6
Duration:2 h
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Spas
4.8
Duration:1 h 30 min

Parks in Port Macquarie

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Lake Cathie Foreshore Reserve
Lake Cathie
4.5
Duration:2 h
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Mrs York's Garden
5.0
Duration:30 min
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Abundance Lifestyle & Garden
Sancrox
4.3
Duration:2 h
Livvi’s Place Playground
4.5
Duration:1 h 30 min

Zoos & Aquariums in Port Macquarie

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Marine Discovery Centre
4.0
Duration:1 h 30 min
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Places to visit with Port Macquarie

Sydney BEST FOR: Theater, Beach, Bridge
Katoomba BEST FOR: Lookout, Mountain, Hiking Trail
Blackheath BEST FOR: Lookout, Outdoor Activity, Garden
Leura BEST FOR: Landmark, Garden, Gift & Specialty Shop
Lithgow BEST FOR: Lookout, Cave, Specialty Museum
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