Things to do and places to visit in lismore
Lismore is situated in a prime location, on the Northern Coast of New South Wales. The city is renowned for its beauty, its amazing tourist facilities (attractions), its history, and its cultural life. New Olympic Motel is one of the more popular Lismore accommodation and offers comfortable, affordable accommodation. There is so much to see and do in Lismore! We suggest the following:
Walking Tracks
If you love hiking, Lismore has a host of walking tracks and nature reserves. See local wildlife, abundant birdlife, and subtropical rainforests at the natural reserve areas. Some of the more popular walks include:
- Mt Nardki – Mt Matheson Loop Walking Trail
- Rainforest Way Mt Warning View Circuit
- More Parke Nature Reserve
- TuckiTucki Nature Reserve
Evans Head Beach
Ideal for surfers of all levels Evans Head has protection from the larger southeast swells. The river estuary that divides Evans Head attracts a host of ocean wildlife, and there is fantastic river fishing.
Lismore Memorials Baths
This amazing aquatics center caters to families and those wanting to enjoy their leisure time – and for serious swimmers. There are heated pools, 25 and 50 metre lines, a toddler’s pool, and a swim school available. The Lismore Baths are a relaxing and fun way to spend the day and are close to motels in Lismore and Ballina NSW.
Summit Day Spa
Relax and unwind with Summit Day Spas massage and beauty spa. This beautiful Day Spa offers a variety of massage therapies including hot stone and aromatherapy, scalp treatments, reiki massage, facials, feet treatments and more. Waxing, tinting and spray tanning services are available.
Lismore Skating and Putt Putt
Lismore Skating and Putt offers mini golf and roller skating. Indoor netball, roller derby, and inline hockey are all on offer. This is a fun day out for the entire family. They do birthday parties too.
Lismore Tenpin Bowls
Located centrally in South Lismore, Lismore Tenpin Bowls caters for social bowling, league level bowling as well as birthday parties and more. There is a fully equipped playground, arcade machines, and a fully licensed snack bar on the premises. Whether you are an experienced bowler or novice, Lismore Tenpin bowling makes for a great day out.
Rocky Creek Dam
Rocky Creek Dam is a must seek while in Lismore. Potable water is supplied for Lismore and surrounding areas of Northern Rivers. This beautiful dam has a recreational area which includes lawns, barbeques, walking track, playgrounds and barbeques.
Lismore Car Boot Market
The market runs on the first and third Sundays of each month excluding the third Sunday in December. Everything is undercover so that the market can run rain, hail or shine. There are over 30 garage sales – all in the one spot. Come on down and grab a bargain!
Lismore Regional Gallery
The oldest cultural organization in Northern Rivers, the Lismore Regional Gallery was opened in 1953. This gallery is a must see and contains works by Roger Ballen, Sam Jinks, Alexander Seton, Julie Rrap and more. Stories of the local area are all told and on show here. The Gallery gives you a great insight into the history of Lismore.
Nimbin Artists Gallery
sily accessible from Lismore motels accommodation. The creative and vibrant styles of local artists are on display here. A huge range of works from over 100 artists are displayed and the works include sculpture, glass, jewellery, ceramics, clothing, baskets and much more. Open 10am to 5pm it is well worth the short drive!
When staying in Lismore, you will find the New Olympic Motel accommodation to be comfortable and affordable and the staff friendly! We are centrally located to Lismore, Ballina, and Nimbin and have a wide knowledge of information about the local area. Contact us to find out more!
