Avoca Beach Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Avoca Beach which includes a sandy beach, waves and a bay or harbour
Avoca Beach which includes a bay or harbour, a beach and a coastal town
Avoca Beach featuring waves, a bay or harbour and surfing
Avoca Beach
Avoca Beach showing waves, a coastal town and a bay or harbour

Check the surf, peruse waterfront markets and art galleries or explore pretty lagoons, lakes and hinterland wilderness at this popular beachside retreat.

Hugging the shores of Avoca Lake and the Central Coast, Avoca Beach is a town with plenty of waterfront appeal. Enjoy a relaxing getaway or an exciting family holiday with Avoca Beach’s ideal golden sands, surf breaks, wooded hillsides and cosy village. Stretching south to Macmasters Beach, the Avoca Beach coastline features hiking trails and scenic headlands.

Visit the town’s namesake, Avoca Beach, for a day of seaside fun. The beach stretches over 1 mile (2 kilometres) between two rocky bluffs studded with tall Norfolk Island pines. Its surf break ranges from gentle waves for novices to powerful barrels for more experienced surfers. Swim and play in the waves under the watch of the surf lifeguards who patrol the southern section of the beach. Near the rocky southern platform, explore tide pools overlooked by the historic surf lifesaving club. Check out the different sea critters living amid swirling seaweed and hollowed rocks. You can also rent kayaks, aquabikes and other watercraft at the beach.

Stroll along the esplanade and stop at waterfront cafés, restaurants, galleries and boutiques. The Beachside Market is held here on the fourth Sunday of the month. Take a break from the beach and see a film at the historic Avoca Beach Picture Theatre.

Behind the beach, find the still waters of Avoca Lake and the Aquafun water park. This pretty expanse is great for bird-watching walks and picnics. Follow other scenic walking trails on the rocky headlands at the southern end of the beach. Investigate Captain Cook Lookout and breathtaking bush trails along the Mount Bouddi Walking Track.

Avoca Beach is a popular Central Coast getaway, about a 1.5-hour drive north from Sydney or south from Newcastle. It has a wide selection of accommodation, including relaxing retreats. Reach the town via train arriving at Gosford station, 10 miles (16 kilometres) away. Be charmed by Avoca Beach’s laid-back atmosphere at any time of year.

Avoca Beach Hotel

Avoca Beach Hotel

3 out of 5
360 Avoca Drive, Avoca Beach, NSW
The price is ฿3,143 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿3,143
฿3,457 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Avoca Beach. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and 2 meeting rooms. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (448 reviews)
"A bit difficult to drive into the accommodation parking area."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025

Avoca Beach Hotel
Mantra Ettalong Beach

Mantra Ettalong Beach

4 out of 5
53-54 The Esplanade, Ettalong Beach, NSW
The price is ฿3,765 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
฿3,765
฿3,765 total
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Ettalong Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 20 meeting rooms. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,432 reviews)
"Restaurants are all nearly"

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025

Mantra Ettalong Beach
Waterview Gosford Motor Inn

Waterview Gosford Motor Inn

3 out of 5
23 Central Coast Highway, West Gosford, NSW
The price is ฿2,667 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿2,667
฿2,934 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in West Gosford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"I have stayed at this motel previously and again found the motel basic but comfortable and was well-presented and located (walking distance to Gosford CBD). The room was quiet, clean, bed was comfortable and facilities in the room quite adequate. I was very happy that there was a guest kitchen where ..."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

Waterview Gosford Motor Inn
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.
Mantra Ettalong Beach

Mantra Ettalong Beach

4 out of 5
53-54 The Esplanade, Ettalong Beach, NSW
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Ettalong Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 20 meeting rooms. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,432 reviews)
"Restaurants are all nearly"

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025

Mantra Ettalong Beach
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 Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,473 reviews)
Weekend getaway
"Location is great, close to cafes, eateries, playgrounds for families. Nice walk along the coast to the lake. Studio room was spacious, bathroom included washing machine and dryer. Queen bed comfy."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Nesuto The Entrance Apartments
Terrigal Pacific Coastal Retreat

Terrigal Pacific Coastal Retreat

4 out of 5
224 Terrigal Drive, Terrigal, NSW
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Terrigal. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (618 reviews)
"Fantastic accommodation and resort feel for a sneaky weekend away. The heated pool and hotels surrounds offer the perfect mix of quiet seclusion whilst offering walking distance to restaurants and cafe along the beach front."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Terrigal Pacific Coastal Retreat
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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