based on 3 experiences from female travelers
Byron was crazy and amazing!! It can be a very intense place and I found after a few months there I needed to leave. But for the time I had there I meet so many cool people and enjoyed so much beach time. There is so many beautiful nature spots! I will say there are a lot of predatory men, which made me feel unsafe at times. But probably you get that everywhere, I just found it worse in Byron.
Posted: June 4, 2025Experienced: October, 2022Byron Bay holds a special place in my heart; it's one of my favorite cities in the world. Its vibrant surfing culture, yoga scene, and laid-back hippy vibes create an incredible atmosphere. I always feel safe exploring the town, meeting new people, and immersing myself in breathtaking sunsets. Cheeky Monkey is a favorite spot of mine for enjoying drinks and dancing the night away!
Posted: February 8, 2024Emma
Germany
I really loved Byron Bay! The vibe’s, the nature and the people are amazing in Byron Bay. I traveled up The East Coast in October and Byron Bay was by far my favorite place. If you are there you have to walk all the way up to the lighthouse. If you are going to the Lighthouse during sunset you could have the chance seeing wildlife like koalas or kangaroos.
Posted: October 28, 2023Based on 4 local experiences
Based on 4 local experiences
There is a welcoming vibe here and I feel safe walking around alone. However, schoolies is on right now so there is more drinking than usual. I have not explored too much as night so I can’t comment on walking alone in the dark.
Posted: December 4, 2025Sarah
Byron is very safe at night I have heard of people cars getting stone but nothing crazy. During the night there are many people out and about and it feel very safe. Byron is a hug backpacker city so easy to meet people too
Posted: February 23, 2025Byron is a beautiful sea side town with a warm feeling and plenty to do. you can feel at ease easily. However in recent years with many new people moving to the area it is good to have your guard up and be weary
Posted: July 31, 2024Kate
Byron Bay
3 days
Hi my name is Kate, I live in Byron bay and I love nature, gardening, the beach’s hikes cooking spending times with loved ones dancing and listening to good music especially live music.
Flo
Byron Bay
Hi! I'm Flo🙋🏽♀️ 28 years old from Uruguay, South America currently travelling the world:) For the past two years, I've been living and working in Australia. I'm easygoing and friendly, love animals, the beach, surfing, meditating and connecting with inspiring people around the world. I'm very respectful of other people’s time, points of view and space. I’d love to get to know the local culture, maybe cook together (I'm vegetarian) or just share some time over a cup of coffee! I’ve been volunteering in Hawaii for the past two months and now I'm in Europe hoping to connect with some amazing souls and get to explore the mountains, the beaches and the beautiful cities/small towns around here!