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In late November/early December celebrating school leavers from across Australia. (This may be a time to avoid, if it is not your scene.)
European history began in 1770 when Captain James Cook found a safe anchorage and named the cape after John Byron, grandfather of the poet Lord Byron. It is mainland Australia's easternmost point. There is a lighthouse on the cliffs above the ocean (not on the tip of the cape). The walk from town along the walking track up to the lighthouse is amazing. It is about 20 min from the parking at the start of the walk along the beach. Parking at the top is $10, and worth it on a hot day. There's a cafe near the lighthouse. The entire walking track makes a 3.7 km loop around the cape, including the tip.
Small conservation reserve home to the easternmost point of the Australian mainland.
Runs diving and snorkeling trips to Julian Rocks. Certification is available.