Merimbula is a beachside town on the Sapphire Coast in the far south of New South Wales. Across Merimbula Lake is Merimbula's twin town of Pambula.
Merimbula is one of the southernmost towns in New South Wales. It attracts tourist both from NSW and Victoria, but mainly Victorians.
It may be possible to get by in Merimbula without a car. You can fly to the local airport, and get a taxi into town. The town itself is walkable, and trips to neighbouring areas are possible by bus on weekdays. There is a local bus service in Merimbula with Sapphire Coast Bus Lines. The service is limited to a few services Monday to Friday. There is a taxi service in town. You can call it on the national number - 131 008.
Merimbula has six main beaches including Main Beach (Merimbula Beach), Mitchies Jetty, Middle Beach, Bar Beach, Spencer Park Beach, and Short Point. Merimbula Wharf
Magic Mountain Theme Park Big Top Amusement Centre Merimbula Lake Boardwalk Merimbula Aquarium with feeding at 11:30AM on Wednesdays and Fridays Headland Fishing Charters (Joe & Adele Gatt), 8 Seaview Ave (Off Princess Highway, turn right at McDonald's and 3rd turn on left.), ☏ +61 2 6495 1134. Fishing Charter. Very professional operation offering assistance for those who need. Fishing types: reef, game, shark and Kingfish. Dolphin and whale watching - seasonal September, October and November with sightings guaranteed in October, or money back. Sponge gardens at Yellow Rock Empire Gladstone wreck of near Haycock Point
Merimbula and Pambula are well known for oysters, and there are a number of oyster farms in the area. 1 Broadwater Oysters, Pambula Lake. Oyster shed selling locally grown Sydney rock oysters shucked to order, to eat on the spot or take away. $17/half-dozen. Santa Fe Restaurant, Upstairs Merimbula Plaza, Beach St., Merimbula. (Near the corner of Alice St. opposite Tourist Information Centre), ☏ +61 2 6495 4073. One of the most popular restaurants in the area specialising in Modern Mexican. Merimbula RSL has great food at cheap prices, recommend the seafood platter for two.
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In Sep, Merimbula typically sees ~19°C daytime highs and 2 rainy days.
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