Lismore has been named as one of the world’s ‘Coolest Places to visit in 2024’ by the Qantas magazine.
The town was listed alongside New York, Shanghai, London and Venice as one of the world’s 25 must-see tourist destinations.
Acting Mayor Jeri Hall said it was a humbling but not surprising accolade which spoke to the renowned experiences Lismore offered through its vibrant arts and culture scene, and stunning natural environment.
‘I was not surprised to see Lismore up there with some of the world’s most popular destinations,’ Acting Mayor Hall said.
‘Lismore is becoming more and more vibrant with its ever-evolving dining scene, creative arts, culture and unique venues offering everything from live music to theatre and performance.
‘Lismore City recently hosted thousands of festival goers from right across the country who travelled here specifically for the legendary Tropical Fruits New Year’s Eve Festival. They all left with smiles on their faces and plans to return.’
Acting Mayor Hall said despite recent weather in parts of the State, the Lismore region was largely unaffected, and was well and truly open and thriving.
‘Over January, we have horse races, the speedway, cricket carnivals and Cinema Under the Stars, just to touch on a few,’ she said.
‘If you are a food lover, enjoy a taste trail through the stunning hinterland, visiting the region’s villages and local markets with fresh produce, arts and crafts along the way.’
‘We encourage everyone to back Lismore these holidays as one of the most renowned destinations in NSW and Australia.’
For more information on What’s On in Lismore, Nimbin & Villages, go to visitlismore.com.au.
Nice to see poor Lismore been through hell the poor wok been cooked and crushed so good to get some accolades to get it up and running again love the street art gallery space quirky shops coffee in the old bank the river lots of hidden gems
That’s hilarious: London, Paris, Rome and (drum roll) Lismore
I love Lismore. I love the community here. I will stay in Lismore forever ( I believe)
But one of the top tourist destinations of the world?!
Hardly
Mmm, difficult . . . Lismore or Venice? Not much to choose between them a couple of years ago.
Well done all who make Lismore such a fab place to visit in particular the crew at LCC! Your efforts are being rewarded
Like to know who did the survey 🤔 Lismore still not recovered from floods businesses not open as yet or ever homeless people after council condemned their houses.Really in the same league as Venice.
Lismore, now that Lismore Memorial Baths have re-opened ( after the 2022 Flood Disaster ) of course it one of the Coolest Places to visit in 2024’!
What a load of garbage Lismore post flood has nothing going for it. It will take 10 yrs to get back to where it was at the moment is an absolute shithole.
Clock is ticking until the whole place fills with water again….and again.
Stop the fantasy, MOVE LISMORE.
This rubbish gave me a hearty laugh. I have lived here forever and it’s home. But for the deputy mayor to spout such utter nonsense is an embarrassment to we residents who know it is a broken place that may never be mended. If tourists want to come and view the 65% of the floodplain houses that are still abandoned, or the boarded up, graffiti covered buildings, then yes, they’re in for a treat. Oh and let’s not forget the dead grass on the verges on the way in from Casino that the council has poisoned. Welcome to Lismore.
Are the freakishly bad roads the draw card?, or landslip viewing while fixing a tyre?, blown after hitting a pot hole.
Marvel at our completely useless council, while being ripped off at the fuel pump, filling up to get the hell out of here.
Destroyed house tours?
The busiest spot in town is the soup kitchen.
Would be funny and/or silly if it wasn’t for the heartache recently.
Build a light rail from Byron and make it a reality. Lismore could be a great tourist destination, if only to get away from Boring Bay for a day.
Yes, get the Byron Bay solar train to run, Byron Bay – Lismore.