The Entrance Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
The Entrance featuring a sunset and a sandy beach
Go hiking, watch the daily pelican feeding, relax on white-sand beaches and head off on a fishing excursion at this coastal resort town.

Enjoy the great outdoors at The Entrance, a coastal town located at the point where Tuggerah Lake enters the Tasman Sea. Try fishing, learn how to surf and discover the beauty of the Wyrrabalong National Park, set on a peninsula between the lake and the sea.

Hang out on the beach, build sand castles and soak up the sun. Dine in restaurants overlooking the water or pack a picnic to eat in the park along the waterfront. On Saturdays, a craft market is held at the Waterfront Plaza, with vendors selling carved wood items, jewellery, handmade children’s quilts and clothing as well as souvenirs. On the first and third Saturday of every month, a farmers’ market stocked with local produce is held at Memorial Park.

Rent a canoe and paddle around Tuggerah Lake or lie back and relax on a catamaran. Fishing is a popular pastime on the lake, and whiting, flathead and bream are common catches. A 12-kilometre (7-mile) bike path surrounds the lakeside and picnic spots, parks and playgrounds can be found along the trail. Bring the kids to Vera's Water Garden and sit in the shade as they splash about among the child-friendly water sprays.

Hike along the coastal trail in the nearby Wyrrabalong National Park. Pause at Crackneck lookout and try to spot migrating humpback whales in the water below. The whales are most commonly sighted between May and August.

Observe the daily pelican feeding in Memorial Park and find out more about the colony of large birds who live on Tuggerah Lake. The tradition of feeding the pelicans began more than 20 years ago when a local fish and chip shop started throwing out their scraps.

The Entrance is a great place to unwind in nature. Visit the resort town year-round, using the beach and lake to cool off in the summer and exploring the national park in winter.

Ocean Front at The Entrance
Ocean Front at The Entrance
4 out of 5
102 Ocean Parade, The Entrance, NSW
The price is £55 per night from 26 May to 27 May
£55
per night
26 May - 27 May
Stay at this 4-star beach motel in The Entrance. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (999 reviews)
Great clean hotel
"Lovely clean hotel in great location with beautiful views of the ocean. Even the balcony was very clean. Great seafood restaurant below Would recommend"

Reviewed on 4 Apr 2024

Ocean Front at The Entrance
Nesuto The Entrance Apartments
Nesuto The Entrance Apartments
3.5 out of 5
18 Coral Street, The Entrance, NSW
The price is £69 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
£69
per night
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly aparthotel in The Entrance. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and a terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,273 reviews)
"Good place to see sunset. Very kind receptionist. Comfort place..."

Reviewed on 25 Apr 2024

Nesuto The Entrance Apartments
Oaks The Entrance Waterfront Suites
Oaks The Entrance Waterfront Suites
4 out of 5
89 The Entrance Road, The Entrance, NSW
The price is £88 per night from 20 May to 21 May
£88
per night
20 May - 21 May
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in The Entrance. Enjoy free WiFi, a children's pool and on-site parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,158 reviews)
"Fabulous location within walking distance of restaurants and shopping Only disappointment is shower/bath arrangement .. very difficult for older people to climb into bath"

Reviewed on 25 Apr 2024

Oaks The Entrance Waterfront Suites
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Nesuto The Entrance Apartments
Nesuto The Entrance Apartments
3.5 out of 5
18 Coral Street, The Entrance, NSW
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly aparthotel in The Entrance. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and a terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,273 reviews)
"Good place to see sunset. Very kind receptionist. Comfort place..."

Reviewed on 25 Apr 2024

Nesuto The Entrance Apartments
Oaks The Entrance Waterfront Suites
Oaks The Entrance Waterfront Suites
4 out of 5
89 The Entrance Road, The Entrance, NSW
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in The Entrance. Enjoy free WiFi, a children's pool and on-site parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,158 reviews)
"Fabulous location within walking distance of restaurants and shopping Only disappointment is shower/bath arrangement .. very difficult for older people to climb into bath"

Reviewed on 25 Apr 2024

Oaks The Entrance Waterfront Suites
Beautiful Beachfront Apartment
Beautiful Beachfront Apartment
The Entrance, NSW
Stay at this beach apartment in The Entrance. Enjoy a beach locale, a water park and WiFi. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (171 reviews)
Fantastic time
"A great location and well appointed property, where everything needed was provided. Apartment was clean, bright and right on the beach. Communication was excellent, quick and clear. We had a great couple of days."

Reviewed on 12 Apr 2024

Beautiful Beachfront Apartment
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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