Title: Visit Ballina Central: Best of Ballina Central, Ballina Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Ballina Central](https://expedia.ca/Ballina-Central-Hotels.d959393835159744512.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Ballina](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Ballina.d643.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Ballina](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Ballina.d643.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Ballina Central Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Ballina-Central.d959393835159744512.Car-Rental-Guide)[Ballina Central Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Ballina-Central.d959393835159744512.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Ballina Central ## Ballina ![The ultimate adrenalin rush! To do a tandem skydive with the guys at Skydive the Beach and Beyond Byron Bay is an unforgettable memory :) These take care of you and make the experience the best :) ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6354505/8ff620fb-58d9-40d7-a93f-7f87cd33aae6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The ultimate adrenalin rush! To do a tandem skydive with the guys at Skydive the Beach and Beyond Byron Bay is an unforgettable memory :) These take care of you and make the experience the best :) ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6354505/8ff620fb-58d9-40d7-a93f-7f87cd33aae6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Grass trees, Black Boy Plants (derived from the black trunks, usually as a result of a fire) or Xanthorrhoea. A slow growing plant endemic to Australia.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/643/39fc8dcf-1778-4cb3-b133-cd6047c0532d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ballina showing a bay or harbour](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/643/0dae69d6-2a6e-420d-8e0b-f8bae03c2b02.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ballina which includes street scenes and an administrative building](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/643/d1d7707b-82ec-4a38-9a3b-8dee7039c3ff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Ballina Central Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Ballina travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Ballina.dx643) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Lake Ainsworth, Lennox Heads, also known as Tea-tree lake, gets its reddish colour from the tea-tree trees surrounding it. One dip left me with smooth hair and skin. #australia #lake ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6125036/bffd1cce-5679-4919-9a93-37d5ec5b4506.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lake Ainsworth Sport and Recreation Centre You can take time to visit Lake Ainsworth Sport and Recreation Centre during your travels to Ballina. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches. [](https://expedia.ca/Lake-Ainsworth-Sport-And-Recreation-Centre-Lennox-Head.d553248621587242509.Vacation-Attraction) ![The cliffs of Pat Morton Lookout, Lennox Head, NSW. This is my favourite place in the Northern Rivers, as the sweeping meadow, high cliffs, pebbly beach and vast expanse of sea makes me feel I'm far away on an adventure.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6125036/312120da-84e6-422b-8c52-e202761ff7ad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Pat Morton Lookout You can find out about the history of Ballina when you stop by Pat Morton Lookout. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches. [](https://expedia.ca/Pat-Morton-Lookout-Lennox-Head.d553248621592189650.Vacation-Attraction) #### Ballina Racecourse You can take time to visit Ballina Racecourse during your travels to Ballina. Wander the beautiful beaches and riverfront in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.ca/Ballina-Racecourse-Byron-Bay.d553248621563223375.Vacation-Attraction) #### Ballina Fair Shopping Centre You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Ballina Fair Shopping Centre during your visit to Ballina. Wander the beautiful beaches and riverfront in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.ca/Ballina-Fair-Shopping-Centre-Byron-Bay.d6179396.Vacation-Attraction) #### Ballina District Hospital Though Ballina District Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Ballina while you are here. [](https://expedia.ca/Ballina-District-Hospital-Byron-Bay.d553248621563223373.Vacation-Attraction) #### Ballina Naval and Maritime Museum You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Ballina Naval and Maritime Museum during your travels in Ballina. Wander the beautiful beaches and riverfront in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.ca/Ballina-Naval-And-Maritime-Museum-Byron-Bay.d6179398.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Group Surfing Lessons Kool Katz 1 day](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2532786/83565e54-a7a2-4f6a-8db8-0115a6ca89db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Group Surfing Lessons Kool Katz 1 day CA $47 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/group-surfing-lessons-kool-katz-1-day.a2532786.activity-details) ![Bangalow Native Bush Food Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49905392/f554c265-5251-4a94-9746-cea0c8909c94.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bangalow Native Bush Food Tour CA $72 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/bangalow-native-bush-food-tour.a49905392.activity-details) ![Mullumbimby](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/732340/e4e7bc2f-c035-49b3-8367-992dac873a38.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Beyond Byron Hinterland Tour CA $202 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/beyond-byron-hinterland-tour.a732340.activity-details) ![Byron Bay: Waterfalls and Hidden Gems Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48330260/f1c78469-1a0c-41d0-bdb4-6914cd7d80ed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Byron Bay: Behind The Bay Waterfalls & Hidden Gems Day Tour CA $125 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/byron-bay-behind-the-bay-waterfalls-hidden-gems-day-tour.a48330260.activity-details) ![Group Surfing Lessons Kool Katz 1 day](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2532786/83565e54-a7a2-4f6a-8db8-0115a6ca89db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Group Surfing Lessons Kool Katz 1 day CA $47 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/group-surfing-lessons-kool-katz-1-day.a2532786.activity-details) ![Byron Bay: Brunswick River Scenic Kayak Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4516527/9e4e1e47-f03e-4265-83be-ef5449365ab6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Byron Bay: Brunswick River Scenic Kayak Tour CA $58 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/byron-bay-brunswick-river-scenic-kayak-tour.a4516527.activity-details) [See all activities in Ballina](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Ballina.d643.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Ballina Central Hotel Deals ![Ramada Hotel and Suites Ballina Byron](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/1000000/990900/990853/36cdd8b7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Ramada Hotel and Suites Ballina Byron 2 Martin Street Ballina NSW CA $172 CA $189 total Mar 6 - Mar 7 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Ballina. 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