Big Banana
Coffs Harbour, New South Wales
Opened in 1964, this giant yellow banana helped start Australia's Big Things craze. It sits beside the Pacific Highway north of Coffs Harbour and has a fun park, but the photo stop is free.
- Nearest town
- Coffs Harbour, New South Wales
- Category
- Roadside oddities
- GPS
- -30.2877, 153.1292
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually February–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in December–January. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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FAQs
Where is Big Banana?
Big Banana is in Coffs Harbour, New South Wales, at GPS -30.2877, 153.1292.
Which road trips pass Big Banana?
Big Banana is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Sydney to Cairns by the Pacific and Bruce Highways.
What is there to see near Big Banana?
Places worth a stop nearby: The Big Banana (1 km), Muttonbird Island (Giidany Miirlarl) (2 km), Bellingen (28 km) and Dorrigo Skywalk (39 km).
When is the best time to visit Big Banana?
The most pleasant months are usually February–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in December–January. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)