Taree

Travel Guide

Astride the meandering Manning River, this enchanting town is the perfect base for exploring national parks, stunning beaches and fertile valleys.

Taree lies at the heart of the picturesque Manning Valley agricultural region. Inland from the Mid-North Coast, Taree is positioned between verdant rainforests and beautiful beaches. Explore the historic town centre on a heritage trail, visit the art gallery or take a scenic drive through the region’s majestic forest reserves.

Experience Taree’s laid-back town centre as you wander around cafés, shops and historic churches. See the Big Oyster. The town’s cultural offerings don’t stop there find additional artworks by local and touring artists at the Manning Regional Art Gallery.

Explore the pretty Manning River, a gorgeous river system providing the Manning Valley region with high-quality water for farming oysters and produce. Recreational fishing on the Manning River is a favourite local pastime, so find out what’s biting and try it yourself.

Take a self-guided driving tour of the surrounding national parks and reserves. In Coorabakh National Park, find tranquil picnic spots. An hour northwest is the cascading Ellenborough Falls. Check out Tapin Tops National Park and the fragrant sub-tropical rainforest at Wingham Brush Nature Reserve.

Beyond lush meadows and winding riverbanks, reach the ocean within a few minutes’ drive. Swim at Saltwater Beach and watch dolphins playing offshore at Diamond Beach. Pack your fishing rods or surfboard and take on the breaks at Old Bar and Wallabi Point. In nearby Crowdy Head, see a historic lighthouse and find an ideal vantage point for spotting whales in winter. In Harrington, also close by, embark on the Harrington Self-Guided Heritage Walk, a 1.7-kilometre (1-mile) trail that leads past historic and natural landmarks in the town and on the foreshore.

Taree is located on the Mid-North Coast of New South Wales. Reach Taree from Newcastle, the closest large city, within a 2-hour drive. A regional airport and a station on the North Coast Railway Line connect the town to other destinations along the coast. Enjoy the sand and surf in summer or visit during winter for a relaxing culinary trail through the Manning Valley.

Country Plaza Motel Taree

Country Plaza Motel Taree

4 out of 5
5 Bligh Street, Taree, NSW
The price is ¥10,551 per night from Jul 23 to Jul 24
¥10,551
¥11,606 total
Jul 23 - Jul 24
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly motel in Taree. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (479 reviews)
Maintenance needed
"Nice motel have stayed there before,It’s in a quiet area ,comfortable large bed . The main problem with the room was The toilet seat wasn’t attached to the toilet it was just sitting on the toilet pan The shower grout had mould in it but would stay there again but need to keep up the maintenance ..."

Reviewed on Jun 30, 2025

Country Plaza Motel Taree
Manning River Motel

Manning River Motel

2 out of 5
20 Oxley St, Taree, NSW
The price is ¥9,187 per night from Aug 9 to Aug 10
¥9,187
¥10,154 total
Aug 9 - Aug 10
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Taree. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Queen Elizabeth Park and Bushland Drive Racecourse are ...
8/10 Very Good! (25 reviews)
"Our stay at the Manning River Motel was just what we needed for our visit to Taree. Clean and quiet with lovely staff. I would highly recommend the motel for those wanting a basic place to stay, at a great price."

Reviewed on Jul 11, 2025

Manning River Motel
Highway Motor Inn

Highway Motor Inn

3.5 out of 5
40-42 Crescent Avenue, Taree, NSW
The price is ¥10,283 per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
¥10,283
¥11,479 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly motel in Taree. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (597 reviews)
"The Property was clean and comfortable. Will be excellent when all the recovered and renovations are complete"

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2025

Highway Motor Inn
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Mantra Quayside

Mantra Quayside

4 out of 5
Cnr William Street and Short St, Port Macquarie, NSW
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Port Macquarie. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the pool and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,856 reviews)
"Really nice hotel for family stopover. Plenty of room and great amenities."

Reviewed on Jul 7, 2025

Mantra Quayside
Mantra The Observatory

Mantra The Observatory

3.5 out of 5
Town Beach, 40 William Street, Port Macquarie, NSW
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Port Macquarie. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a sauna. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (983 reviews)
"Stunning view from our bed"

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2025

Mantra The Observatory
Camp Jordans

Camp Jordans

2 out of 5
11 Mcinherney Cl, Port Macquarie, NSW
Book a stay at this golf campground in Port Macquarie. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a private beach. Popular attractions Wave Bowl and Woregore Nature ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (30 reviews)
"Lovely property in a great location. Enjoyed our stay!"

Reviewed on Jun 26, 2025

Camp Jordans
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