Being the world’s largest island and a home to nature’s bounty, Australia has something extraordinary to offer its every visitor. Australia is none less than a dreamy land full of mesmerizing coral reefs, stupefying red desserts, breath-taking beaches, and dense rainforests. Hence, to make your visit more sorted, I have narrowed down 10 best places to visit in Australia. These are the must visit places in the Land Down Under and are well-deserved of all the hype.
This spectacular island is not only a home to diverse aquatic life but also has some of the quirkiest wildlife under its shelter. When in Australia, there’s a lot to explore and following are the top tourist attractions that one must visit.
So, pack your bags and put on your adventure hats, we are going to explore Australia the right way!
1Sydney
Famous for its’ Opera House, Sydney is Australia’s largest city offering a picturesque harbor. It is considered as one of the world’s great architectural icons by the UNESCO. Here, you can listen to magnificent opera performances, dine in a fancy restaurant, and after that hop on a ferry or a harbor cruise to take a tour.
2The Great Barrier Reef
This remarkable wonder of beauty is visible from the outer space and is one of the largest living structures on the planet. Located on the east coast of Australia, it is a home to astounding array of marine life. You can enjoy snorkeling & scuba diving in its’ striking azure waters.
3Barossa Valley
Barossa Valley is Australia’s wine country and a must visit for wine lovers. There are more than 80 cellar doors and about 70 wineries, with everything from boutique wineries to big name best sellers, each with its own specialties. Tourists can go for wine tasting sessions and mingle with the locals.
4Bondi Beach
Being one of the world’s most famous beaches, Bondi beach is nothing less than soothing dream. Decked up with blonde sand and bluish waters, you can take a stroll along the scenic Bondi to Bronte coastal walk and enjoy swimming.
5Alice Springs
Alice Springs is made up of endless desert landscapes and cavernous gorges. It is located in the heart of Australia and is a a hub for pioneer history, Aboriginal art and quirky outback events, such as the Henley-on-Todd Regatta, a “boat” race held annually in the dry sandy bed of the Todd River.
6Fraser Island
You can visit Fraser Island by a ferry from Rainbow Beach and Hervey Bay. Whales, sharks, and dolphins prowl the waters, and the island’s fauna includes bats, wild horses, dingoes, sugar gliders, and more than 300 species of birds.
7Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park
Formerly known as Ayers Rock, Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park is one of the most photographed natural wonders in the country. The park showcases fiery hued dome-shaped rocks known as Kata Tjuta.
8Melbourne
Melbourne is Australia’s second largest city and is a one stop destination for many Australian itineraries. Highlights of the city include the Royal Botanic Gardens; Federation Square; the National Gallery of Victoria; and the Melbourne Cricket Ground.
9Daintree National Park
Daintree National Park is in Far North Queensland and is among the most ancient ecosystems on Earth. It is one of the few places in the world where two of the planet’s richest ecosystems converge – Mossman Gorge & Cape Tribulation.
10Kangaroo Island
Located in the South Australia, Kangaroo island features hopping kangaroos, love-struck sea lions, penguins and cute koala bears cling to the fragrant eucalyptus trees.
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