10 Food & Drink in Port Macquarie That You Shouldn't Miss

Let us take you down the Hastings Vineyard Trail - trust us we know the good spots! We have an array of wonderful tour possibilities for Port Macquarie with so many hidden gems and vineyards tucked down winding roads, we've created an online brochure to detail our absolute favourite spots and tour itineraries ... from a little bit of luxury to letting your hair down for a hens party we have you sorted!

After watching vineyards around Port Macquarie grow and develop for over 30 years, hosting and MCing wine tastings, and seeking out the best local dining experiences, the sum of the experiences is simply a passion to be shared.

Douglas Vale is a not-for-profit organisation and unique in Australia, with the 3.08h property looked after, restored and maintained entirely by volunteers. Enjoy a few tour of the Homestead, oldest timber building in the Hastings region, then take a walk through the magnificent grounds which include an orchard, ornamental ponds, cottage, rose and vegetable gardens. The 1 acre vineyard now produces 3 grape varieties, Black Isabella, from original cuttings obtained back in 1863, Villard Blanc and Chambourcin. Available for a free tasting and purchase exclusively at the cellar door, are 2 white wines, a rose, 2 reds and the famous Isabella Port. The Homestead and outbuildings are classified by the National Trust of Australia and on the Council's list of Heritage sites. We are access friendly and offer activities for children. Please look out for us on your drive into Port Macquarie on the Oxley Highway . We are open Wednesday & Saturday 10am to 3pm.We welcome everyone.

The Tucker Table provides Australian cooking classes in an Australian kitchen. Enjoy an orientation morning tea, hands on cooking class, 3 course meal prepared by you and a complimentary glass of local wine or beer.

Our brand-new, state-of-the-art, air-conditioned helicopter will fly you in comfort as you discover our magestic coastline. No matter what the occasion, Port Macquarie Helicopters has a scenic helicopter flight guaranteed to be a once-in-a-lifetime experience. The Port Macquarie stretch of coastline is one of the most picturesque on the NSW North Coast. Experience majestic views of the famous Mid-North Coast beaches extending from Port Macquarie. Southbound flights include panoramic views of Tacking Point Lighthouse, Lighthouse Beach, Lake Cathie and Bonnie Hills. Our inland route will take you to the picturesque town of Wauchope, returning along the Hastings River to Port Macquarie. Northbound flights follow the beautiful Northshore Beach to Point Plomer, Big Hill Point and Crescent Head.

A charming take on the traditional vineyard, Long Point offers wine tasting, local art and delicious products from the Port Macquarie hinterland. Try our famous Agent Orange liqueur and refreshing alcoholic ginger beer. Wander our grounds and enjoy a cheese platter, or pack your own picnic lunch. We look forward to seeing you and sharing our beautiful vineyard.

A small brewery in the industrial area of Port Macquarie. You can come and sit and enjoy one of the many beers made on site at the bar and check out where all the magic happens.

One Wicked Elf. Over twelve years of brewing in Port Macquarie and a swag of local and international awards that we humbly keep under our Funny Hat. We are more than Beer. We are Local, We are Proud, We are Crafty. With top – notch ingredients, treasured recipes and hard-earned expertise, we offer a taste of our passion and a connection to our Coast. Welcome To Wicked Elf. We’ll Keep Crafting, You Keep Tasting.

Major Innes oringally planted vines nearly 100 years ago on the property of which the Charley family now own. Bob and Jim Charley planted their first vines in 1988, which had previously been farmed by their father as a pineapple and banana plantation. You are invited to visit the vineyards cellar door and taste our wines.

Micro brewery and taproom in beautiful Port Macquarie. Drop in for one of our Friday arvo session with live music and a different food stall weekly from 5pm, or a quiet afternoon tasting paddle or catch up with friends on Saturday and sundays from 1pm. We look forward to having you in and showing you why we are ports local.