Taree

Travel Guide
Astride the meandering Manning River, this enchanting town is the perfect base for exploring national parks, stunning beaches and fertile valleys.

Taree lies at the heart of the picturesque Manning Valley agricultural region. Inland from the Mid-North Coast, Taree is positioned between verdant rainforests and beautiful beaches. Explore the historic town centre on a heritage trail, visit the art gallery or take a scenic drive through the region’s majestic forest reserves.

Experience Taree’s laid-back town centre as you wander around cafés, shops and historic churches. See the Big Oyster. The town’s cultural offerings don’t stop there find additional artworks by local and touring artists at the Manning Regional Art Gallery.

Explore the pretty Manning River, a gorgeous river system providing the Manning Valley region with high-quality water for farming oysters and produce. Recreational fishing on the Manning River is a favourite local pastime, so find out what’s biting and try it yourself.

Take a self-guided driving tour of the surrounding national parks and reserves. In Coorabakh National Park, find tranquil picnic spots. An hour northwest is the cascading Ellenborough Falls. Check out Tapin Tops National Park and the fragrant sub-tropical rainforest at Wingham Brush Nature Reserve.

Beyond lush meadows and winding riverbanks, reach the ocean within a few minutes’ drive. Swim at Saltwater Beach and watch dolphins playing offshore at Diamond Beach. Pack your fishing rods or surfboard and take on the breaks at Old Bar and Wallabi Point. In nearby Crowdy Head, see a historic lighthouse and find an ideal vantage point for spotting whales in winter. In Harrington, also close by, embark on the Harrington Self-Guided Heritage Walk, a 1.7-kilometre (1-mile) trail that leads past historic and natural landmarks in the town and on the foreshore.

Taree is located on the Mid-North Coast of New South Wales. Reach Taree from Newcastle, the closest large city, within a 2-hour drive. A regional airport and a station on the North Coast Railway Line connect the town to other destinations along the coast. Enjoy the sand and surf in summer or visit during winter for a relaxing culinary trail through the Manning Valley.

Marco Polo Motor Inn
Marco Polo Motor Inn
3.5 out of 5
30-32 Crescent Avenue, Taree, NSW
The price is RM358 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
RM358
per night
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this family-friendly motel in Taree. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (281 reviews)
"Clean large sized room"

Reviewed on 12 Mar 2024

Marco Polo Motor Inn
Crescent Motel
Crescent Motel
3.5 out of 5
4 Crescent Avenue, Taree, NSW
The price is RM358 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
RM358
per night
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Taree. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions Queen ...
9/10 Wonderful! (339 reviews)
"Great beds"

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2024

Crescent Motel
Highway Motor Inn
Highway Motor Inn
3.5 out of 5
40-42 Crescent Avenue, Taree, NSW
The price is RM367 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
RM367
per night
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly motel in Taree. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (539 reviews)
"The staff were so lovely. From the guy in the front office to the friendly and super helpful housekeeper. It was a nice, quiet place to sleep and there was a nice river walk just out the back. The building is quite old but it hasn't really deteriorated and the bed is super compfy."

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2024

Highway Motor Inn
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South Pacific Apartments Port Macquarie
South Pacific Apartments Port Macquarie
4 out of 5
37 Pacific Drive, Port Macquarie, NSW
Stay at this 4-star beach apartment in Port Macquarie. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a children's pool. Our guests praise the clean rooms and the property ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (449 reviews)
"Property was immaculate and in a nice position. Just be aware that it has no lift, 49 steps from car park to level 3."

Reviewed on 23 Mar 2024

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Mantra Quayside
Mantra Quayside
4 out of 5
Cnr William Street and Short St, Port Macquarie, NSW
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Port Macquarie. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the pool and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,653 reviews)
"Close to everything"

Reviewed on 27 Mar 2024

Mantra Quayside
Mantra The Observatory
Mantra The Observatory
3.5 out of 5
Town Beach, 40 William Street, Port Macquarie, NSW
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Port Macquarie. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (889 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay except having booked for 8 days I would have expected staff to drop in and check our supply of essentials such as toilet paper and replace the towels. The ceiling fan was covered in dust which hadn't been cleaned in a long time and the carpets are well beyond their life expectancy ..."

Reviewed on 28 Mar 2024

Mantra The Observatory
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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