Once a penal settlement, Port Macquarie is now one of Australia’s favourite holiday destinations. Just 5 hours drive north from Sydney, Port Macquarie’s idyllic temperatures and natural splendour make it the perfect spot all year round. Port Macquarie has a colourful background that stems to early European settlement in Australia. Today, its’ rich history is celebrated through popular landmarks such as Port Macquarie Museum and Timbertown Heritage Theme Park. Port Macquarie is also famous for its wildlife spotting. Its spectacular surf beaches, rivers, and national parks play host to whales, dolphins and koalas. Camel rides along Lighthouse Beach, feeding time at Macquarie Nature Reserve, and the panoramic views from Gaol Point Lookout ensure a vacation to remember.

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