Australia, located between the Pacific and Indian ocean is the smallest continent but the largest country in the Oceania region and the sixth-largest country in the world. It has so many marvelous sights whether it is exploring the scenic outdoors, spotting animals that you cant see in the rest of the world, multicultural cities, Sunkissed beaches or aboriginal culture and national parks, there are endless attractions to discover in the country.
The cherry on the cake is you’ll meet the friendliest and most laid back people too! It is impossible to experience everything Australia has to offer in just one trip so here’s a list of the top tourist places in Australia you shouldn’t miss out on.
# SydneyYou can not visit Australia and avoid Sydney, the largest metropolis and the most popular tourist place in Australia. The capital city of New South Wales, Sydney is a modern city developed around a scenic harbour offering wonderful cuisine, nightlife, shopping, and iconic attractions. Sydney is home to two architectural marvels – The Sydney opera house and the harbour bridge.
There’s plenty of things to do in Sydney like visit the Powerhouse Museum, Manly beach, Darling Harbour, Circular Quay, Paddington Markets, Taronga Zoo, and the Royal Botanic Gardens. Do not miss out on taking the hop on hop tour off to see all of Sydney at your own pace.
# Cairns and Port DouglasCairns and Port Douglas are seaside cities which you can keep as your base camp to explore two of the most unique highlights of Australia: Great barrier reef and Daintree Forest. While Cairns is more touristy and more of a city, Port Douglas is still a hidden gem and is a much smaller town. The great barrier reef, the worlds largest reef system, has about 900 islands and 2900 corals that form this diverse ecosystem making it a sought after place to experience scuba diving and snorkelling.
# HobartHobart may not be as well known as Sydney or Melbourne but it has its own history and charm attached to this small town. Hobart is known for its amazing landscape, historic attractions and lots of museums. The Museum of Old and New Art (MONA) and the Hobart Museum & Art Gallery are two world-class museums you shouldn’t miss out.
You can even plan a day trip to Mount Wellington, but you would have to plan this well in advance as the mountain tends to snow even during summers. The PickYouTrail app will be able to give you all the needed information before any activity so you are well prepared.
# MelbourneMelbourne is the second-largest city in Australia and is a cool metropolitan city full of culture. It has loads of galleries, museums, markets, festivals, dining and bar options. The city is easy to move around with the free public transport system it offers. The city’s architecture and multicultural experiences give you European vibes.
If you’re a cricket buff, you have got to visit the Melbourne Cricket ground. Take stunning day trips to visit Port Campbell national park to see the beauty of the 12 apostles, Philip island to play around with animals or sip some wine in Yarra Valley wineries while watching the sun go down. The options are endless for activities to do in Melbourne.
# AdelaideAdelaide is a coastal metropolitan city with the vibe of a small town. It is much quieter than Sydney or Melbourne but filled with top attractions in Australia. The best time to visit during the year is “Mad March” when the city hosts numerous musical shows and festivals. Kangaroo Island is the most treasured part of South Australia.
It is located in the outskirts of Adelaide and is an amazing national park hosting a variety of rare animals that roam about out in the open especially endangered animals such as koalas, cockatoos, kangaroos, sea lions etc. Adelaide has a lot of green lands and is excellent for vineyards. A visit to Barossa valley is a must even if you’re not a wine fan.