Tallow Beach
8JRG+H3, Byron Bay NSW 2481, Australia

Tallow Beach is a beaches and coast in Byron Bay, New South Wales, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 40 visitor reviews. It ranks #14 of 18 landmarks in Byron Bay.
Tallow Beach at a glance
- Category
- Beaches And Coast
- State
- New South Wales
- Rating
- 4.8 / 5
- Reviews
- 40
- Byron Bay rank
- #14 of 18
- National rank
- #373 of 489
About Tallow Beach
Tallow Beach is one of 18 catalogued landmarks in Byron Bay, New South Wales, sitting within the beaches and coast category. Among Byron Bay's landmarks it currently ranks #14 by visitor review volume, making it one of the city's quieter entries — often a sign of fewer crowds rather than lesser quality.
Visitors rate Tallow Beach 4.8 out of 5 across 40 reviews — an exceptional rating that puts it in the top tier of Australian landmarks. Within the beaches and coast category nationally it ranks #9 by review volume. Ratings on this site come from Google Maps visitor data and are refreshed periodically, so the figure above reflects recent visitor experience rather than a one-off snapshot.
On the national stage, Tallow Beach ranks #373 of 489 Australian landmarks by review volume — the top 76%, a quieter profile nationally — typical of local favourites that reward visitors who venture beyond the famous icons. Within New South Wales it sits at #85 of 111, and within the beaches and coast category it holds #9 of 12 Australia-wide. Its 4.8 rating runs above the beaches and coast average of 4.72, right in line with what visitors expect of this type of attraction.
Tallow Beach is located at 8JRG+H3, Byron Bay NSW 2481, Australia. The official website, linked above, is the best source for current opening hours and any entry requirements. Use the directions link for navigation, and the nearby and similar landmark lists below to fill out the rest of your time in Byron Bay. For the wider context, the Byron Bay city page ranks all 18 local landmarks side by side, and the Beaches And Coast category page compares Tallow Beach with similar attractions across Australia.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Tallow Beach worth visiting?
- Tallow Beach is a beaches and coast in Byron Bay, New South Wales, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 40 visitor reviews. It ranks #14 of 18 landmarks in Byron Bay.
- Where is Tallow Beach?
- Tallow Beach is located at 8JRG+H3, Byron Bay NSW 2481, Australia.
- What type of landmark is Tallow Beach?
- Tallow Beach is categorised as beaches and coast. You can explore more beaches and coast across Australia on Landmarks Australia.
- How highly is Tallow Beach rated?
- Tallow Beach holds a 4.8 out of 5 rating from 40 visitor reviews — placing it among the highest-rated landmarks in Australia.
- How popular is Tallow Beach?
- By visitor review volume, Tallow Beach ranks #373 of 489 landmarks in Australia (top 76%), #85 of 111 in New South Wales, and #14 of 18 in Byron Bay.
- How does Tallow Beach compare to other beaches and coast?
- Among 12 beaches and coast catalogued across Australia, Tallow Beach ranks #9 by review volume, and its 4.8 rating beats the category average of 4.72.
- What landmarks are near Tallow Beach?
- The closest landmarks to Tallow Beach are Arakwal National Park (219 m away), Byron Bay Water Tank Art (905 m away), Captain Cook Lookout & Picnic Area (1.8 km away). All six nearest landmarks are listed in the distance table below.
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Cape Byron Lighthouse
4.7Byron Bay, New South Wales

Walgun Cape Byron State Conservation Area
4.7Byron Bay, New South Wales

Cape Byron Walking Track
4.8Byron Bay, New South Wales

Most Easterly Point of the Australian Mainland
4.8Byron Bay, New South Wales

Byron Bay Lighthouse
4.7Byron Bay, New South Wales

Dening Park
4.5Byron Bay, New South Wales
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Closest Landmarks by Distance
Rankings based on visitor ratings and review counts. Last updated October 2026.