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Taree
Stop one night on the Pacific Highway drive, or skip: Taree is a service town with a gallery, a river and Old Bar beach 18 km (11 mi) east.Stop one night on the Pacific Highway drive, or skip: Taree is a service town with a gallery, a river and Old Bar beach 11 mi (18 km) east.
Taree sits on the Manning River on the Mid-North Coast, about 3.5 hours' drive north of Sydney and roughly halfway to Port Macquarie. The freeway now bypasses the centre, so it is quieter than it was, and it works as a one-night break on a coastal drive rather than a destination in itself. Old Bar, 18 km east, has the beach and most of the holiday accommodation.
More ways in
Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- AUD
- Best months
- Sep–Nov, Mar–May
- avoid Jan (school holidays, hot and busy at Old Bar)
- Airport
- TRO
- Nights
- 1
Rules in force · 7
- Oceania ↗Oceania's island states guard their farms and reefs at the border: tick 'yes' on the arrival card for any food, plant, animal product, soil or used outdoor gear, and let the officer decide.
- Oceania ↗Across the tropical South Pacific, cyclones are possible from November to April: choose insurance that covers weather delays and keep one spare night before a long-haul departure.
- Australia and New Zealand ↗Both countries drive on the left, with long distances between fuel stops in the outback and on New Zealand's back roads; fatigue causes more visitor crashes than speed.
- Australia ↗Almost every visitor needs a visa or an electronic authorisation (ETA or eVisitor, depending on passport) before boarding: apply only through the official Department of Home Affairs site or the official AustralianETA app, and check the rules for your passport.
- Australia ↗Declare all food, plant material, seeds, wood and animal products on your arrival declaration; undeclared items can bring on-the-spot fines or visa cancellation. When unsure, declare it.
- Australia ↗Drive on the left. An overseas licence in English (or with an official translation or International Driving Permit) is accepted for visitors; check the state rules and your rental contract.
- Australia ↗Swim between the red and yellow flags on patrolled beaches; rip currents cause most beach drownings.
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Taree000 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Taree, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the Australian dollar (AUD, A$).Australia-wide
- SIM or eSIMTelstra has the widest outback coverage; Optus and Vodafone (TPG) are cheaper and fine in cities and along highways.Australia-wide
- Tap waterTap water is safe in cities and towns; in remote places use signed drinking taps.Australia-wide
- TippingRestaurants: Not expected; 10% for very good service in a nice restaurant if you wish.Australia-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets I. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): fits. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Australia-wide
- SafetyTaree is a quiet country town and feels safe by day.
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- RestroomsFree public toilets in parks, beaches, shopping centres and petrol stations (servos); the National Public Toilet Map app lists them.Australia-wide
- Emergency numbers000 police, fire, ambulance · 112 From mobiles · 132 701 NSW road conditions
- Sundays & holidaysChristmas Day, Good Friday and Anzac Day morning close most shops; many cafés close by 15:00; country towns close early on Saturday and all Sunday.Christmas Day, Good Friday and Anzac Day morning close most shops; many cafés close by 3:00 PM; country towns close early on Saturday and all Sunday.Australia-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportcheckTRO Taree Airport (About 6 km (3.7 mi) north-east of the centre; Regional Express flights to and from Sydney, a few times a day (check the timetable).).TRO Taree Airport (About 3.7 mi (6 km) north-east of the centre; Regional Express flights to and from Sydney, a few times a day (check the timetable).).
- Getting aroundA car is the practical choice: the centre is walkable but Old Bar, the airport and the oyster farms are not.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeA$4–6 (≈ US$3–4)
- Budget bedFamily room or unit (up to 4), a night, per roomA$180 (≈ US$120)
- Mid-range bedMotel double room, a night, per roomA$150 (≈ US$100)
- High-end bedMotel double room, a night, per roomA$220 (≈ US$150)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget A$90 (≈ US$60) · Mid A$160 (≈ US$110) · High A$280 (≈ US$190)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- TRO Taree Airport (About 6 km (3.7 mi) north-east of the centre; Regional Express flights to and from Sydney, a few times a day (check the timetable).)TRO Taree Airport (About 3.7 mi (6 km) north-east of the centre; Regional Express flights to and from Sydney, a few times a day (check the timetable).)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Feb
not flagged
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Mar
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Apr
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
May
Best
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
Jun
not flagged
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Jul
not flagged
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Aug
not flagged
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Sep
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Oct
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Nov
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Dec
not flagged
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Best: Mar–May, Sep–Nov. Avoid: Jan. Month by month →
Warmest Jan (29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)), coolest Jul (7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C) low), wettest Mar (13 rain days), driest Jul (8). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Taree: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
12 rd
Feb
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
12 rd
Mar
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
13 rd
Apr
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
11 rd
May
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
10 rd
Jun
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
10 rd
Jul
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
8 rd
Aug
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
8 rd
Sep
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
8 rd
Oct
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
10 rd
Nov
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
11 rd
Dec
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
11 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
A car is the practical choice: the centre is walkable but Old Bar, the airport and the oyster farms are not. Taree station is about a 10-minute walk from the centre and sits on the NSW TrainLink Sydney–Brisbane line. Local buses are limited; check timetables before relying on them.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Old Bar Beach
goDoor to door: About 20 min
Drive east on Old Bar Road, about 18 km (11 mi)Drive east on Old Bar Road, about 11 mi (18 km)
Beach, a 2.5 km (1.6 mi) path to Wallabi Point, and a heritage-listed airstrip beside the sand. The January sand-modelling competition is a local tradition.Beach, a 1.6 mi (2.5 km) path to Wallabi Point, and a heritage-listed airstrip beside the sand. The January sand-modelling competition is a local tradition.
Brighton Oysters, Mitchells Island
cautionDoor to door: About 30 min
Drive via Manning Point Road, about 25 km (16 mi)Drive via Manning Point Road, about 16 mi (25 km)
Farm tours by appointment only; bring your own drinks.
Port Macquarie
goDoor to door: About 1 h
Pacific Highway north, about 80 km (50 mi)Pacific Highway north, about 50 mi (80 km)
Bigger town with beaches, koala hospital and better food; a natural next stop.
Gloucester
goDoor to door: About 1 h
Drive inland via the Bucketts Way
Country town under the Bucketts ranges; a green change from the coast.
Seal Rocks
overnightDoor to door: About 1 h 30 min
Drive south via Forster and the Lakes Way
Long for a return day; better as a night on the way south.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Taree town centre
Motels and the riverfront; walk to the gallery, cafés and the Aquatic Club. Best for one night with a car.
Old Bar
Beachside, 18 km (11 mi) east; more holiday-style places and longer-stay options. Needs a car.Beachside, 11 mi (18 km) east; more holiday-style places and longer-stay options. Needs a car.
Cundletown
Small settlement just north-east of Taree on the old highway; cheap motels for drivers.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- A$90–140 (≈ US$60–95) excl. bed
- Mid
- A$140–230 (≈ US$95–160) excl. bed
- High
- A$230 (≈ US$160)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Motel double room1 × 1 night × A$150 | A$150 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × A$160 | A$320 |
| Fuel, Sydney–Taree return1 × A$120 · check | A$120 |
| Oyster-farm tour2 × A$45 · check | A$90 |
| eSIM, about a week of data2 × A$25 | A$50 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | A$73 |
| Trip total≈ A$402 per person per day, bed included | A$803≈ US$550 |
2026 estimate in Australian dollars; fuel and flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Coffee | A$4–6 (≈ US$3–4) |
| Pub or club main meal | A$22–35 (≈ US$15–25) |
| Fish and chips | A$15–25 (≈ US$10–17) |
| Dozen local oysterscheck | A$20–35 (≈ US$14–25) |
| Motel double room, one night | A$110–220 (≈ US$75–150) |
| Fuel, per litrecheck | A$1.80–2.10 (≈ US$2) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Distances between the town, Old Bar and the oyster farms are driving distances, not walking ones.
- Some oyster-farm tours are by appointment only: book before you drive out.
- Summer can bring heavy rain and river flooding on the Manning; check road conditions before driving in wet weather.
- Fuel and food options thin out quickly once you leave the highway.
Emergency numbers
- Police, fire, ambulance
- 000
- From mobiles
- 112
- NSW road conditions
- 132 701
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Emergency
- Police, fire, ambulance000
- From mobiles112
- NSW road conditions132 701
Embassy
No embassies in Taree; the nearest consulates are in Sydney.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Taxi, town centre to Old Bar: about A$35–45 (≈ US$25–30), 20 min (check)
- Train, Taree to Sydney: about 5–6 h on the NSW TrainLink line (check)
- Flight, TRO to Sydney: Regional Express, a few times a day (check)
Say or show
- Thanks — Thank you
- Where's the beach? — Where is the beach?
- Card OK? — Can I pay by card?
- Is it far? — Is it far?
Fuel, food and phone coverage are reliable in town and thin out on rural roads.
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Taree. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Sep–Nov, Mar–May · avoid Jan (school holidays, hot and busy at Old Bar) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 5 day-trips, door to door
- 4 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Airport-to-bed contract for TRO: last Regional Express arrival, taxi fallback, overnight rung.
- Walking clusters with rescue anchors: Victoria Street cafés, the riverfront and Aquatic Club, the art gallery.
- Place pages with verified cutoffs (gallery, oyster-farm tours) and eat pages with last orders.
- Wet-weather and flood fixtures so the highway stop can go green.
Sources
- officialNSW TrainLink
- officialManning Regional Art Gallery
- officialBrighton Oysters
- secondaryWikivoyage: Taree, revision 5312034 (CC BY-SA 4.0)