Holiday houses & accommodation in Bargara

The gorgeous town of Bargara, set on Queensland's east coast, delights the many holidaymakers who descend on its shores to experience all that it has to offer. Fabulous food, exciting pastimes, and a great nightlife attract people from every walk of life year after year.

Cuisine you can look forward to in Bargara

Bargara may be small, but it's big on cuisine – all of the town's eating establishments offer an astonishing array of international and local dishes. Choose from Thai and Chinese dishes so delicious you'll want to go back for more.

Bargara's cafés and restaurants serve up a wide range of seafood, such as barramundi, tuna, and rock lobster. If you're seeking a taste of local cuisine, opt for fish and chips, made with fishermen's fresh catch. The friendly and efficient staff at shoreline cafés serve up amazing omelettes and other deliciously simple, reasonably priced dishes accompanied by stunning views out to sea. Many eateries have outdoor seating, where you can watch the world go by as you enjoy great coffee or a refreshing smoothie. There are also plenty of vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options in Bargara.

Enjoy Bargara's vibrant nightlife

The Bargara area offers a variety of nighttime activities for everyone. On Bauer Street, the town's entertainment hub, you'll find plenty of restaurants, cafés and bars where you can spend an evening. There are restaurants with outdoor seating to make the most of balmy evenings, and kid-friendly places with a great choice of tasty food and beverages.

You'll find all sorts of themed evenings in Bargara, from trivia nights with grand prizes to free pool promotions. A short distance out of town, there's a cinema that shows a variety of blockbuster, indie, and classic movies, and Bargara's entertainment venues host live theatre, music, and sports events.

Get out and explore around Bargara

Bargara offers visitors lots of fishing, swimming, and kayaking opportunities, and sports lovers can try their hand at stand-up paddling or surfing with great teachers who guarantee success after the first lesson. You could also set off on the Mons Repos Walking Path and get back to nature amid dunes, mangroves, and tidal lagoons.

Visit Barolin Rocks for great views and peaceful snorkelling with colourful fish, a real treat for all ages. Alternatively, head to the Mons Repos Turtle Centre to see these beautiful marine creatures up close. The whole family will love watching turtles lay their eggs on the beach and hatchlings break out of their shells, as well as learning about the important work the centre does for the survival of the species.

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