Listly by Joanna James
Located on the Tweed Coast, Kingscliff is a great place for a holiday. With a variety of attractions and holiday accommodations, Kingscliff tops the list of places to visit in Australia.
The Jewel of the Tweed Coast, the headland was featured in two movies: Aquaman and Dead Men Tell No Tales. This spot in Kingscliff is visited by tourists from all around the world to watch whales during the migration period from May to November.
The ocean is what makes Kingscliff what it is. Swimming in the ocean is a quintessential Kingscliff thing to do. Bordered by a number of pristine beaches, Kingscliff attracts experienced watersports lovers and those who love to relax in the warm water of the Pacific Ocean. Duranbah and Snapper Rocks are great spots for surfers, and Kingscliff estuary and Hastings Point are ideal for families. No matter what you do, one thing you shouldn't miss out on is swimming between the Flags.
The Tweed Coast features some of the best accommodation options in Australia. Tourists don't go wanting when it comes to accommodation. You have an array of options including hotels, holiday apartments, guest houses; this includes the likes of Oaks Casuarina Santai Resort. If you intend to visit the beach several times a day, make sure you choose your accommodation wisely – you have nothing to worry about when it comes to finding suitable accommodation, there are loads of hotels within walkable distance to the beach. Don't forget to book your accommodation in advance as hotels in Kingscliff get booked fast during the season.
There's no better place to learn a new sport than right here in Kingscliff. The place has conditions ideal for a variety of watersports including waterskiing, paddle boarding and surfing.
Lodged in the lava neck of Tweed Volcano, Mount Warning is another reason for a tourist to want to visit Kingscliff. Climbing up to the observation deck allows you spectacular views of the entire Tweed area. The return journey will take up to six to seven hours, so, you better set out early in the morning; you can also visit in the evening if you want to gaze at the enchanting sunset.
Like any other Australian town, Kingscliff is dotted with cafes serving delicious coffee and snacks. Adults pop into these coffee shops to sip coffee and catch up with their friends, and kids go to Kingscliff Central Park to have a blast of their own.
The rich culture of this township is another draw for tourists. Margret Olley Art Centre and the Tweed Regional Gallery are two places that hold cultural treasures. What's more, admission is absolutely free!
To have great family time, you can visit Tropical Fruit World. Offering a variety of local fruits and imported fruits, this farmyard gives you an authentic Australian experience. Kids can enjoy a round of mini-golf, and adults can go on an educational wildlife cruise.
Visiting the local markets is another way of having fun in Kingscliff. Visitors can buy an array of local produce at Murwillumbah Farmers Markets, Kingscliff Lantern Markets and Jack Evans Boat Harbour's The Social Markets.
The average temperature in Kingscliff doesn't remain the same. Considering the level of humidity, the best time to visit Kingscliff is when the rainfall is limited, and the temperature is bearable: the periods from January to May and August to December offer the best weather conditions for tourists.
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