Australia Travel Destinations

"Find out the best places to visit!"

Where are the best Australia travel destinations? Wanting to ensure you have the best holiday ever? My site aims to give you the locals knowledge on where to go what to do when you are there. Below you will find every page on my site, split my region in Australia.

If you are unsure where to start, head to the

Top 10 Travel in Australia page Or see my favourite places through pictures at Travel photos AustraliaOtherwise, start on some of the more general pages listed below which will start to wet your appetite for some wonderful Australia travel destinations.

General Australia Travel Destinations

Australian Islands The best of the best:

Green Island Australia - One of only three islands in the Great Barrier Reef

Maria Island Tasmania - nature at its best

Montague Island Another well kept secret where you can go back to nature

King Island Australia - Enjoy the amazing cheese from this area

Whitsundays Australia -pristine, amazing and well worth a trip

Kangaroo Island Australia - a walking natural zoo. You'll feel kms from anywhere.

Lady Elliot Island Australia - a good option to explore the Great Barrier Reef

Hinchinbrook Island - Come do the famous walk.

Lord Howe Island - A real hidden gem and totally amazing for its beaches and marine life.

Phillip Island Australia - Come see the Penguins

Rottnest Island Perth - Come cycle round this gorgeous island even for just half a day.

Magnetic Island Australia - a real tropical island thats more affordable than the Whitsundays

Bathurst Island - Get to know some aboriginal culture near Darwin.

Fraser Island Australia - made entirely of sand. Come have an adventure.

Island Getaways, Find out which island suits your needs most - nature? Marine Life? Indulgence?

Australia travel tips My HIDDEN GEMS page. These are the less touristy of the australia travel destinations - where the locals choose to go on holiday.

Oprah Australia Did you see Oprah's trip downunder? Would you like to visit some of the same places?

Visit Australia A password protected page that gives you my best kept secret places. To have access to the page, simply subscribe to my monthly newsletter (see the Navigation Bar to the left of the page for more details)

Australian Cities Wondering which city is best for you? Find out here.

Australian Beaches If you want your trip to Australia to include a fab beach stay, then check out this page for all the best beaches in Oz.

Beautiful Australian Beaches My picks of the hidden gems of beaches.

Famous Australian Beaches - The most well known of the Australian Beaches.

Whitehaven Beach - Beautiful and in the Whitsundays

Cable Beach Broome - Ride a camel and watch the sunset

Green Patch - In the heart of Jervis Bay and stunning.

Bondi Beach Australia - maybe the most famous beach in Australia?

Cottesloe Beach - The place to come if you are in Perth.

Great Ocean Drive - an amazing drive along the coast - beaches and wildlife.

Snellings Beach So many great beaches to choose from on Kangaroo Island. It's hard to pick one.

Sorrento Australia - A seaside village just outside of Melbourne.

Wine Glass Bay Tasmania - It will take your breath away. Maybe the most photographed beach in Oz.

Lake McKenzie - not strictly a beach but amazing and on Fraser Island.

Minnie Water - Stunning

Picnic Rocks - In Tasmania and the red rocks with the turquoise water is a photographer's dream

Lucky Bay - Aptly named and very pretty in Margaret River near Perth.

Western River Cove - Another contender for best beach on Kangaroo Island

Smiths Beach - An ordinary name but no ordinary beach.

Seventy Five Mile Beach- Come drive your 4WD down this great stretch of beach

Australia National ParksInto Nature? These are the best National Parks to visit. Good inspiration when trying to decide which of the australia travel destinations to visit.

Grampians National Park great for views, climbing and about 3 hours from Melbourne.

Wine Australia Into Food and Wine? This page will give you the best Australia Travel Destinations where the food and wine are amazing!

Australia Wine Regions

Australia Sparkling Wine - find out how to experience champagne quality sparkling wine

Australia White Wine - the process of making white wine and the wine varieties most commonly found in Australia

Australia wine Shiraz - the most grown variety in Australia.

Australia Wine Tour - wine tours by region

Wine Online Australia - websites for buying wine online.

Bush Tucker Wanting to experience something authentically Australian? Then this is the page to discover where to eat crocodile, emu, kangaroo and more!

Plan Your Trip

Travel Guide Australia This Page will tell you all you need to know about planning your trip:

Australian Maps Understand where the different states are located and find city maps

Map of Melbourne.

Sydney Australia Map.

Road Maps See some key travel routes

Travel Distances Australia is a huge country. Understand the distances involved

Australia travel visa Tourist Visa Requirements

Australia Visas Other visa options if you intend to stay longer

Australia travel Agents Which ones are any good? Do you really need one?

Australian Travel Insurance Find out what cover you need and how to compare premiums.

Australia Travel Information The practicalities including adaptors, money, insects and more

Australian Weather Find out key stats about temperatures and rain to give you an understanding of the weather.

When to Travel Find out the best time of year to visit Australia Travel destinations

Travel From AustraliaLooking for a stop off destination to break up your flight? Find out the best ones here

Christmas in Australia Fancy coming for Christmas? How can you find accommodation at this busy time? How do the Aussies celebrate Christmas?

Air Travel Australia How to find cheap flights to Australia. Which airlines offer the best service?

Travel Around Australia When you get here, what's the best way to travel around Australia?

Air Travel in Australia Find out about domestic flights in Australia. Which is the cheapest airline?

Cheap Car Rentals Australia Find out how to get a deal and compare prices

Australia Rail Travel Traveling by train is not highly recommended unless you intend to cross the country and see some of the most stunning scenery ever.

Australia Travel Tours Organised tours can be a good way to get around and see Australia travel destinations

Camper Rentals Australia Want to see Australia in a Camper Van. Find out what you need to know first

Bus Travel Australia Can you travel by bus? What are the most popular routes and who should you use?

Australia Discount Travel Traveling on a budget? Find out my tips on how to keep costs down and find cheap accommodation

Camping Australia Camping is a great cheap option to travel around Australia. Find out my top camping spots.

Australia Luxury Travel Wanting to see Australia Travel Destinations in style? Find out the best places to stay and visit when you have the cash to splash.

Cheap Hotels Australia Find out how to find cheap accommodation in Australia.

Australia New Zealand Travel - find out how easy it is to combine a trip to Australia with a trip to New Zealand. Also includes suggested itineraries.

Australia Adventure Travel. Find out my top 10 adventurous activities you can do in Australia

Australia Travel Packages. What some help pulling your trip together? Find out why finding a travel agent and booking a package might be the answer

Australia Travel Deals. It's usually an expensive trip to Oz so find out the best way to hunt out a deal.

Australia Travel Info. My top 10 tips that I think are useful for anyone planning a trip to Oz.

Australia Road Trips. An important part of any Australia travel trip. Find out which are the best and why.

The most awesome road trip songs ever!

Australia Photography Travel Combine a photography course with a trip to Oz, or find out the best places to photograph.

Australia Travel Destinations - EAST COAST -QUEENSLAND

East Coast Australia Wanting to take a Road Trip along the East Coast of Australia? Find out the unmissable places to stop

Cairns Australia to Brisbane Road Trip. Find out more about Cairns Australia and the key stop off places for a road trip between Cairns and Brisbane.

Queensland Holidays Find out all the top Australian Travel Destinations in Queensland:

Gold Coast Holidays Find out why the gold coast is such a popular choice for Australia travel destinations

kingscliff Australia. A great place to stay as an alternative to the Gold Coast if you prefer relaxation and quiet time.

Gold Coast Theme Parks Which are the best theme parks? What does each one offer and how can you beat the queues.

Australia Zoo Want to see all the Australian Animals? Find out more about the Irwin family and their zoo which is just outside of Brisbane

Brisbane Travel The capital of Queensland. Find out why Brisbane is becoming the culture capital of Australia

Brisbane Attractions What to do and see during your stay in Brisbane

Southbank Brisbane - a hot spot in Brisbane

Powerhouse Brisbane - an old powerstation now home to some contemporary theatre,comedy and more

Brisbane River Cruises - a great way to admire the city.

Brisbane Markets - Farmers markets, fashion, arts and crafts

Brisbane Tours - The best day tours of Brisbane

Christmas Lights Brisbane - Come see how the locals dress up their houses over Christmas! A really fun one for australia travel destinations

Brisbane Weather Find out what the weather will be like for your Australia travel destinations trip to Brisbane

Hotels in Brisbane - my pick of the best hotels in Brisbane

5 star hotels in Brisbane - the best of the best.

Brisbane Restaurants See my favourite restaurants in Brisbane

Great Barrier Reef Australia Find out more about this sensational Australia Travel destinations. Also here you will find out more about Cairns and Tropical North Queensland

Great Barrier Reef facts - some top line facts about the reef

Great Barrier Reef history - its evolution and who first discovered it.

Great Barrier Reef pictures - some of my favourite pics highlighting Australia Travel destinations at its best.

Great Barrier Reef animals - turtles, fish, dugongs, sharks and more

Great Barrier Reef Weather

Snorkel Great Barrier Reef - Australia travel destinations don't get much better than this. Find out some of the best operators on the Reef

Great Barrier Reef location - an understanding of how far the reef stretches

Great Barrier Reef Info - must know info for your trip

Great Barrier Reef Destruction - find out what's causing the reef's devastation and what you can do to help

Port Douglas The place to stay if you intend to visit the Great Barrier Reef

Mission Beach Australia - perfect beaches and another good gateway to the Great Barrier Reef

Palm Cove Australia - A quiet and peaceful place to enjoy the Great Barrier Reef

Kuranda - a day trip from Cairns that is worth considering

Paronella Park Between Cairns and Mission Beach. Another possible day trip from the Cairns area

Deep Sea Divers Find out where to dive in Australia for the best marine life

Scuba diving Australia Learn how to dive whilst here in Australia

Noosa Australia The best place to stay if you intend to visit the Sunshine Coast

Whitsundays Australia For tropical islands at its best, you HAVE to come here

Hamilton Island AustraliaThe largest of the Whitsundays. Find out why this island attracts the most visitors

Fraser Island Australia An island entirely made of sand. This is an experience not to be missed. 4 WD and sleeping on the beach - one of the best travel destinations australia

Australia Holiday Destinations - EAST COAST NEW SOUTH WALES/VICTORIA

Travel Sydney Australia My home town! Find out everything you need to do know about visiting this iconic city

Sydney Walking Tours - Ghost tours, coastal walks, Australia Darling Harbour and Circular Quay Area

Circular Quay Area - Walk around Circular Quay to Australia Darling Harbour via the interesting docklands, olde pubs, and colonial houses.

Sydney Attractions What are the must do attractions in Sydney if you only have a limited time?

Secret Sydney My hidden gems of Sydney

Whats on In Sydney. What are the Sydney Events worth going to. This page gives you a calendar of events by month.

Sydney WeatherWhen is the best time to visit Sydney? How hot will it be and will it rain?

sydney restaurants Which are the best restaurants in Sydney? Are there any that are cheap and still good?

Sydney Hotels Which are the best places to stay. Whether you are looking for a room with a view or cheap and cheerful, there is something for every budget here

Things to do in Sydney Find out the best things to do for a trip to this awesome city

Bridgeclimb Probably the most spectacular of all the sydney attractions. Are you up for climbing the historic Sydney Harbour Bridge? Australia travel destinations at its best!

Sydney Aquarium Fancy seeing some great fish and getting up close and personal with a shark? or how about some Dugongs

Taronga Zoo Visit the best Sydney Australia Zoo. Meet the baby elephants and see Australian Animals.

Bondi Beach Australia Find out how to avoid the tourist traps and enjoy all that this iconic beach has to offer.

Circular Quay An area of great beauty and home to the infamous sydney opera house.

Sydney Australia Opera House Find out about this iconic building and how best to visit it.

The Rocks Sydney Discover colonial Sydney at its best as well as some great pubs

Darling Harbour Famous for its restaurants, bars and museums.

Paddington Market A great way to spend a Saturday morning - my favourite of the Sydney Markets

Australian Museum A good natural history museum with some great visiting exhibitions including dinosaurs and wildlife photography.

Botanical Gardens SydneySee beautiful gardens in the heart of the city and enjoy a stroll through the Domain

Sydney Australia Airport Find out what shops you can expect to find at the airport, parking, getting tax back and other facilities.

Sydney ShoppingThe best places to shop til you drop. Australia travel destinations to die for!

Sydney NightlifeThe best places have a great night out!

New Years Eve Sydney Find out how to experience an awesome New Years Eve in Sydney.

Sydney fireworks Find out some interesting facts about these fireworks that are watched by the entire world.

Travel Canberra Visit the capital of Australia -a different experience to many of the other australia travel destinations. Find out practical travel advice here

Getting Around Canberra - Should you hire a car or get public transport?

Canberra Weather - Find out when is the best time to visit Canberra

Hotels in Canberra - the best hotels to stay in Canberra

Motels in Canberra - the best motels to stay in Canberra

Restaurants in Canberra - the best restaurants in Canberra

Things to do in Canberra - Museums, Green spaces and great food and wine.

Canberra's Museums:

New Parliament House

Old Parliament House

Australian War Memorial

National Museum Of Australia

National Gallery of Australia

Questacon Canberra

Australian Institute of Sport

Canberra Space Dome

Lake Burley Griffin

Cockington Green - a miniature village just outside the city with lovely gardens

National Folk Festival Canberra- Come at Easter and enjoy the amazing atmosphere, dancing and music

Sydney to Melbourne. If you fancy a road trip along the east coast of Australia then consider this section of beautiful coastline. Spend a few days travelling between these two fab cities to see wildlife and divine beaches

Kiama NSW - 2 hours from Sydney, this is a great first stop off. Great for a weekend away too.

Eden nsw. The Killer Whale Museum here is good. It's a great stop off between Sydney and Melbourne. The beaches and Ben Boyd National Park are worthy of visit near here.

Killer Whale Facts Visit Eden and find out more about Killer Whales and where to see them in Australia. This page will tell you some facts about these amazing creatures, including videos and photos.

Phillip Island Australia Get up close and personal to Pelicans, Penguins and Koalas. An experience not to be missed.

Inverloch - A sleepy and charming seaside town, an hour from Melbourne. Visit the shell museum and relax in this tranquil town. One of the more quaint australia travel destinations

Batemans Bay A great town with beautiful beaches. A good base from which to explore the quaint surrounding towns.

Wilsons Prom - the most southerly tip of the Australian main land. This is THE place to come camping. Luxury tents also available. Not to be missed.

Australia Travel Destinations - WESTERN AUSTRALIA

Western Australia Travel Fancy a Western Australia Travel Road Trip. Find out the best places to stop between Perth and Exmouth for an unforgettable australia travel destinations stay.

Western Australia Map Find out the key destinations in Western Australia

Here are some great stop off Australia travel destinations for your Perth to Exmouth Road Trip

Hutt River Province A principality in Australia. It even has its own King and Queen. Worth a visit to find out more.

Kalbarri A beautiful spot where you can visit gorges, admire the red rock formations, feed the pelicans and much more.

Carnarvon Find out more about banana plantations

Shell Beach A wonderful beach made up of the tiniest white shells.

Monkey Mia The Place to see dolphins in Australia. They come up right to your toes on the shore line.

Dolphin Facts. Find out some interesting information about dolphins.

Ningaloo Reef. One of the easiest and most beautiful places to snorkel in Western Australia. Find out when you can swim with Whale Sharks too.

Turquoise Bay. A pristine and beautiful beach 60km from Exmouth.

Perth Travel The capital of WA. What to do and see here in Perth

Margaret River Probably the most impressive wine region in Australia and only 3 hours from Perth. Check out the best wineries and beaches to go to.

Kalgoorlie WA. This is the largest gold mining town in Australia and is a great stop off on a trip between Adelaide and Perth or a round trip between Perth and Esperance.

Broome Australia A great place to start to explore the Kimberley region. Find out when the wet season is and what to do whilst you are here

Gibb River Road If you want to explore the KIMBERLEYS then a trip down this road will take you through the most beautiful of scenery

Australia Reviews Want to visit the scenery from AUSTRALIA THE MOVIE? This page tells you all the places to visit from the movie. Breathtaking Australia travel destinations.

Australia Travel Destinations - RED CENTRE

Ayers Rock Australia Find out what to do in the RED CENTRE and of course the very famous Rock. Find out here too about the Kings Canyon - A must for any trip to the Red Centre and a key for Australia travel destinations

Alice Springs Australia Famous in its own right. Your trip to the Red Centre should start or finish here.

Australia Travel Destinations - NORTHERN TERRITORY

Darwin Australia The capital of the Norther Territory. Find out what you can do in Darwin and importantly, the right time of year to visit

Kakadu Probably one of the most famous National Parks in Australia. Visit this beautiful area and discover some classic aboriginal rock art. From here you can also visit the sacred Arnhem Land. The place to see aboriginal culture in its purest form.

Australia Travel Destinations - SOUTH AUSTRALIA AND VICTORIA

Adelaide Australia There is so much to see in and around Adelaide. This is a great city if you like wine!

Glenelg Australia - a suburb of Adelaide well worth visiting. Right on the beach with a fab marina.

Henley beach another seaside town

Semaphore Adelaide The first seaside resort in Adelaide. Come enjoy the ferris wheel and carousel!

Migration MuseumCome here some interesting stories about those who decided to come and live in SA.

North Terrace another of the classic Australia Travel Destinations. Full of old buildings

Rundle Mall - The place to shop in Adelaide.

National Wine Centre of Australia - Taste and Learn!

Adelaide Festival Centre- for all these cultural including theatre and cabaret

Adelaide Botanic Garden

Adelaide Central Market - a great australia travel destination for anyone visiting Adelaide

Adelaide Oval - For anyone into cricket or a fan of Sir Don Bradman

Art Gallery of South Australia - a reasonable collection given the size of Adelaide Australia

Adelaide Zoo - one of the good australia travel destinations for kids. Close to the city

Cleland Wildlife Park - Come feed the Kangaroos and Wallabies.

Monarto Zoo - Plenty of room for the animals to stroll around in. Interesting keeper talks

Hotels in Adelaide - Find out all the best places to stay no matter what your budget

Adelaide Restaurants Where are the best restaurants in Adelaide?

A true outback experience! It only happens every few years but find out how you could take part in a real life cattle drive - no experience necessary

Kangaroo Island Australia One of my favourite places to visit. This is THE place to come if you love seeing animals in their natural habitat.

adelaide-wine-regions There are three wine regions in close proximity to Adelaide. Find out more about them

Barossa Valley The largest wine region near Adelaide. Find out why its worth a visit. Another of the better Australia travel destinations

Things to Do In Melbourne Why is Melbourne so different from Sydney and what should you do when you are there?

Melbourne travel information.

Melbourne Attractions The best places to see here in Melbourne

Federation Square The Hub of Melbourne. Enjoy the atmosphere and experience some Australian Culture and perhaps an event here.

Queen Victoria Market Experience a vibrant market with lots of produce and general merchandise

Crown Casino Melbourne A great place to stay or wander. So much more than a Casino

South Bank Melbourne Beautiful views with lots going on. Great for restaurants and bars

Melbourne-Zoo A great day out for the whole family

Melbourne Aquarium Perfect on a rainy day.

Melbourne Museum A great museum that the entire family will enjoy

National Gallery of Victoria Great for the Culture Vultures who want to explore international and aboriginal art

Melbourne Observation Deck Scare yourself by going to the Edge and admire the 360 degree views from way up high.

Melbourne Cricket Ground for those of you who are sporty and want to refresh the Australian cricket teams prowess!

Melbourne Shopping for those of you who want to shop til you drop!

Melbourne lanes discover a whole new side to Melbourne.

Cooks Cottage for some Captain Cook history and English herb gardens!

Melbourne Tours My pick of the best guided tours in and around Melbourne.

Melbourne Weather Experience 4 Seasons In One Day!

Melbourne RestaurantsGet local tips on the best restaurants in Melbourne

Hotels in Melbourne Which are the best hotels in Melbourne, no matter what your budget?

Australia Travel Destinations - TASMANIA

Tasmania Australia A beautiful state with great walking trails and mountains. Find out more about one of the best Australia Travel destinations

Tasmania Tourism One of my favourite Australia travel destinations. What to do and see whilst in Tasmania

Car Rental Tasmania Compare prices

Campervan Hire Tasmania - Compare prices

Beach Tasmania Some of the best beaches in Australia

tasmania wineries - some of the best sparkling and pinot noir you'll ever taste.

pictures tasmania - simply stunning

Tasmania History - Find out about Van Diemens Land and this australia travel destinations hot spot.

Tasmanian Devil Facts - some would say ferocious!

Tasmania WeatherWhen to come to Tasmania - the coldest of all Australian states

freycinet tasmania - Wine Glass bay, Coles Bay and more. A must see part of your trip.

Cradle Mountain Tasmania An icon of Tasmania. A must do part of any trip to Tasmania

Hobart Australia The capital of Tasmania. Find out what to do in this historic city

Port Arthur Tasmania A scary part of Tasmania's past

Bruny Island - Fast becoming THE place to visit and so close to Hobart. Come check out the wildlife and great cheeses!

Devonport Tasmania - the landing point of the "Spirit of Tasmania". Not a bad area as a stop off.

Hotels Tasmania Australia A full list of my top recommendations

Restaurants in Tasmania - some amazing culinary delights in this state.

Tamar Valley A great wine region just outside Launceston. Worth a trip to taste these lovely sparkling wines and pinot noirs.

Tasmania Golf - There are some cracking courses to try here.

Australia Travel Destinations: AUSTRALIAN ANIMALS

If Animals are your thing then read up on the best and worst of Australian Animals. Each page gives hints and tips on where to see these creatures - or where to avoid!

Australian Animals An index of all the animals

Endangered Australian Animals Which of our animals are most at danger of going extinct?

Australian Desert Animals Find out more about our camels and lizards

Kangaroos THE animal of Australia. Find out what makes them hop.

Kangaroo Facts Impress your friends with these interesting facts

Australian Rainforest AnimalsFrom frogs to snakes there is lots to learn about these animals

Koala Bears Find out where to see these lovely if not vicious creatures

Koala Facts What to know more about Koalas? This is the place

Dolphin Facts. Find out some interesting information about dolphins.

Killer Whale Facts If you are luck you could see a killer whale off the coast of Australia. Find out more about these adorable mammals.

Unique Australian Animals which animals are only here in Australia?

Native Australian Animals Find out about the Emu, Possum and Platypus