10 places to detour on a NSW coast road trip

1

Bamboo Buddha Cafe

A little piece of Bali hidden in the ’burbs of the Central Coast.

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2

Taste Around Hermitage

See the Hunter Valley in half a day with a ‘Taste Around Hermitage’ tour.

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3

Newcastle Ocean Baths

Beside an art deco pavilion built in the early 1900s.

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4

Surfing Sand Dunes

Just south of Port Stephens is the largest sand dune system in the country.

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5

Bent on Food Cafe

Specialising in sustainable local produce from around the Mid North Coast.

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6

Eltham Valley Pantry

If you still have belly space, take a detour to this pecan farm halfway between Lismore and Byron Bay.

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7

The Byron at Byron

Break up the drive with an indulgent stay at our favourite halfway hotel, The Byron at Bryon Resort & Spa.

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8

The Green Bank

An hour’s drive inland to nearby Nimbin hides this new health and lifestyle store.

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9

Green Cauldron Tours

Journey into the untouched corners of the Green Cauldron region, encompassing Wollumbin, Mt Warning and Caldera.

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10

Flutterbies Café

In the charming village of Tyalgum is this café serving the quaintest high tea.