Mantra The Observatory Port Macquarie

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Mantra The Observatory is situated in Port Macquarie on the North Coast of New South Wales, approximately four and a half hours’ drive from Sydney and six hours’ by car from Brisbane. A popular destination doted on by its loyal visitors; you’ll be surprised by how much is on offer when you holiday at Port Macquarie.

From exploring the region’s endless coastline where you can watch dolphins frolicking in the waters below, to touring the regions wineries and farmland, or journeying through time at the Port Macquarie museum, the diversity of activities and attractions is almost boundless.

Discover the town’s finest food fare at the many cafes and restaurants located throughout the area, or taste the regions locally produced wine at the surrounding vineyards. Sightsee the region at your own pace or book a tour and launch your holiday with a boat cruise, camel safari, fishing trip or surfing lesson. Visit a local farm and pick fresh strawberries, sample homemade cheeses, olives, honey and nuts.

The renowned Port Macquarie coastal walk in Sea Acres National Park will give you a true appreciation of just how vast the coastline is, and provides numerous opportunities to relax with spectacular vantage points to enjoy a picnic and view sea life along the way.

If you’re flying into Port Macquarie, you’ll find the airport located just five kilometres from the town centre on Boundary Street. Port Macquarie can be reached by car from Sydney, Brisbane, Newcastle and New England within a days’ drive, making it highly accessible holiday destination.

For more ideas on things to do while staying at Mantra The Observatory in Port Macquarie, please talk to the reservations team, as we are more than happy to assist.

Things to do in Port Macquarie

Events in Port Macquarie

Directions

The Observatory is located opposite Town Beach, Port Macquarie’s main beach. We are a short riverside stroll to the town centre. Address: 40 William Street Port Macquarie NSW 2444

Getting Here
Located on the mid north coast of New South Wales, Port Macquarie is easy to get to by all types of transportation, with well developed road, air, rail, and interstate coach services.

By Car
Port Macquarie is approximately 4.5 hours drive north of Sydney and situated just off the Pacific Highway, which bypasses Port Macquarie about 10 km to the west. From the Pacific Highway driving north, exit at the sign posted Oxley Highway for Port Macquarie. If you’re coming from the north, turn left into Hastings River Drive from the Pacific Highway. By Air - From Sydney You can fly to Port Macquarie from Sydney by Qantaslink and Virgin Australia. Multiple services run daily and current flights start from $89 each way.

From Brisbane
Flights to and from Brisbane run daily with Virgin Australia.

From Melbourne
There are no direct flights to Port Macquarie from Melbourne. You will need to first fly to Sydney and then fly onto Port Macquarie. For QantasLink flights call 13 13 13 or Virgin Australia flights call 13 67 89

By Train
Countrylink offer three return train services daily from Sydney to Port Macquarie. The train stops at Wauchope station which is approximately 20 minutes from Port Macquarie’s town centre. A coach service from Wauchope to Port Macquarie is available on one service. For train timetables and bookings call 13 22 32