Bellingen is a wonderful historic display case of NSW country town architecture. It also has an amazing range of shops and things that other towns have bits of – Bellingen’s got the lot. Shop people and shoppers not actually discourteous but not friendly. Still, it was a Monday morning. Overall, a delightful place that could be made more delightful by getting rid of that mainroad traffic through the town. It detracts from the ambience.

The town itself is quite quirky. There are a few very good eateries in town also. There are numerous amazing surrounding areas that you can travel around and explore. The country around Bellingen is absolutely gorgeous.

Loved the town. Great array of shops and goods. Fantastic coffee and food at H&S Cafe. Surrounding area is also fantastic – from Dorrigo rain forest to the Promised Land to Urunga board walk.

Very interesting, interesting quaint shops , surrounded by amazing nature. The drive to The Promised Land was worth it, as was the waterfalls scenery up to Dorrigo. There’s an old department store in town that’s not to be missed.

Cosmopolitan, rural, relaxed, and busy on a long weekend. Easy to walk to op shops, river, library, cafes, some retail clothing outlets, supermarket, alternative and arty stores, as well as massage and beauty options. Good base from which to see other nice scenic locations like Dorrigo for bushwalking or the coast.

Only stayed 1 night in the tree house so limited comments But! Advised to walk to town. About a 15 min walk but wonderful Down the hill and across a lovely Bridge over a swiftly flowing wide river. Kids jumping from bridges Dogs chasing sticks into the water and a wonderfully family vibe Then up the small hill to the town Main Street Being Anzac Day limited availability for a nosh but then discover the Tish Faco. Find it and do it in their happy hour. Mexican has never been this much fun.