Tourist info
Things to see
If you visit Ballina from June to November, do not miss the opportunity to see the hordes of whales migrating from Antarctica to the Great Barrier Reef. Places you can visit to see this attraction is in Ballina North Wall, Skennars Head, Rocky Point or Cape Byron Lighthouse. In Ballina Naval and Maritime Museum, you can see various collections of world maritime history in Ballina. While in Ballina Manor there are various collections of antique and historic objects that you can see. Traveling to Ballina you can see a variety of rare animals and also getting new knowledge, as if you visit Australian Seabird Rescue Wildlifelink Sanctuary and Sea Turtle Hospital.
Things to do
Ballina has many interesting water spots to visit and do various activities. Among them is the Richmond River where you can fish, boat or just stare at the beauty of nature; South Ballina Beach, Boulders Beach and Lighthouse Beach are ideal spots for swimming and surfing. You can enjoy the thrill of playing Skirmish Paintball in Ballina Adventure Park. While Ballina Book Haven is a good place for those who like hunting used book but still qualified. You can also interact directly with the local fauna such as kangaroos and feed them while trying different exciting attractions at the Macadamia Castle. Do not forget to take pictures at the statue of the Big Prawn which the symbol of the city.
Things to eat
Fresh seafood dishes can be found easily when visiting this city. You can try to taste the Fish Salad, a fish salad with extra veggies. You can also try the crunchy Fish & Chips consisting of fish, potatoes and red potatoes or called by the name kumera which is fried thin and crisp. Calamari & Fragrant Rice which is similar to the seafood fried rice is equally delicious to taste.
Getting to Ballina
Flying to Ballina: Ballina is served by Ballina Byron Gateway Airport. Ballina Byron Gateway Airport is located about 5 km north from Ballina. Read more about Ballina Byron Gateway Airport or look for flights to Ballina
