Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Port Macquarie travel guide

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You're Going to Love Port Macquarie

With a population of 41,491, Port Macquarie is a must-see destination in New South Wales, Australia. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Port Macquarie deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Port Macquarie

If you’re looking for affordable options, Whalebone Wharf (269 Hastings River Drive) and Aqua Restaurant at the Westport Club (25c Buller St) are great picks.

When to visit Port Macquarie

Port Macquarie in March
Estimated hotel price
$199
1 night at 3-star hotel
Port Macquarie in March
Estimated hotel price
$199
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Port Macquarie in February, when the average temperature is 22 °C, and the highest can go up to 26 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 7 °C, with an average temperature of 12 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in February, when precipitation is around 170 mm. In contrast, August is usually the driest month of the year in Port Macquarie, with an average rainfall of 80 mm.

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How to Get to Port Macquarie

Plane

When flying to Port Macquarie, you’ll arrive at Port Macquarie (PQQ), which is located 2 miles from the city centre. Airlines that fly from Australia to Port Macquarie include Qantas Airways, Air New Zealand and Emirates. The shortest domestic flight to Port Macquarie departs from Sydney and takes around 1h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Port Macquarie is to pick up a car hire from Sydney, which is about 195 miles from Port Macquarie. You’ll find branches of Europcar and Turo, among others, in Sydney.

Plane

When flying to Port Macquarie, you’ll arrive at Port Macquarie (PQQ), which is located 2 miles from the city centre. Airlines that fly from Australia to Port Macquarie include Qantas Airways, Air New Zealand and Emirates. The shortest domestic flight to Port Macquarie departs from Sydney and takes around 1h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Port Macquarie is to pick up a car hire from Sydney, which is about 195 miles from Port Macquarie. You’ll find branches of Europcar and Turo, among others, in Sydney.

Airports near Port Macquarie

CFSCoffs Harbour
PQQPort Macquarie
ARMArmidale

Airlines serving Port Macquarie

Emirates
Excellent (3,462 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (187 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (967 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (567 reviews)
Virgin Australia
Good (430 reviews)
Link Airways
Rex
Excellent (27 reviews)
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Where to stay in Port Macquarie

Average rates range from around $169 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $231 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Port Macquarie

Most booked hotels in Port Macquarie

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Rydges Port Macquarie
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$233+
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Mercure Centro Port Macquarie
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$208+
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Timbertown Motel
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$164+
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Comfort Resort Waters Edge
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
$179+
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ibis Styles Port Macquarie
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
$185+
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Hiring a car in Port Macquarie

Hiring a car in Port Macquarie costs $110 per day, on average, or $219 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 17% cheaper than airport locations in Port Macquarie.

Expect to pay $1.62 per litre in Port Macquarie (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $19.35 and $25.79. The most frequently booked car type in Port Macquarie is Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Skoda Kamiq or similar) is, on average, 40% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Port Macquarie costs $110 per day, on average, or $219 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 17% cheaper than airport locations in Port Macquarie.

Expect to pay $1.62 per litre in Port Macquarie (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $19.35 and $25.79. The most frequently booked car type in Port Macquarie is Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Skoda Kamiq or similar) is, on average, 40% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Best car hire deals in Port Macquarie

Supplier choice

5 Adults, 5 Bags

$44/day

Supplier choice

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$57/day

Economy
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