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Tourist Attractions in Australia

The most interesting and beautiful tourist sites in Australia

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About Australia

The territory of Australia occupies the whole continent, so the main attractions of the country are natural objects. Australia has many national parks and reserves with developed tourist infrastructure. Australian beaches are worth noting separately; they attract not only lovers of huge waves – surfers, but also connoisseurs of refined resorts or lovers of quiet beach holidays.

The cities are famous for their modern architecture – it was appreciated not only by Australians, but also by the UNESCO World Organisation, which included a number of objects in Sydney and Melbourne in its list. There are old century-old buildings, all of them utilised for modern needs. Cultural life is represented by museums, art galleries, war memorials.

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Top-38 Tourist Attractions in Australia

Great Barrier Reef

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An incredible natural phenomenon. The natural complex consisting of almost a thousand islands and three thousand coral reefs is visible even from space – it covers an area of 350 km². From the shores of the islands you can enjoy views that you won’t find anywhere else in the world. Scuba diving enthusiasts have also long appreciated this place and its beauty, but it should be remembered that during diving corals should not be touched with hands due to their fragility.

Tasmania

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Tourists call this place an ideal holiday destination – mild climate, picturesque landscapes, unique flora and fauna. The relief of the island allows for water, mountain and beach tourism. Many inhabitants of Tasmania are found only here, and relict species of plants grow in evergreen forests. Therefore, one fifth of the island is occupied by nature reserves and national parks, which are accessible to visitors.

Port Jackson Bay

4.6/5
116 reviews
One of the largest bays in the world. This is the area where the colonisers began settling Australia and it is still of great importance to the country. The bay is home to many harbours. On the shores of the bay are famous landmarks – the Sydney Opera House and the Harbour Bridge, unspoken symbols of the country. Ferries in the bay every day carry up to 100 thousand passengers – locals and tourists.

Sydney Opera House

4.7/5
75840 reviews
Built over 14 years on the shores of Port Jackson Bay. Its flying silhouette seems to float above the water surface. Because of its unusual architectural forms, which resemble sails, the theatre is included in the UNESCO protection lists. The theatre complex consists of several halls, the largest of which seats 2,500 spectators. Five performances can run simultaneously. The theatre also houses souvenir shops, bars and restaurants.

Sydney Harbour Bridge

4.7/5
17885 reviews
Along with the Opera House, it is a hallmark of Sydney. The length of the bridge is 1200 metres. It carries vehicular, pedestrian and railway traffic. Its steel arch structure resembles a hanger, so locals call it Harbour Bridge among themselves. On New Year’s Eve, the bridge becomes the main attraction point for people, as hundreds of fireworks are launched from it on New Year’s Eve.

Sydney Tower Eye

4.4/5
10793 reviews
A popular city attraction with a total height of 305 metres. High-speed lifts take visitors up to a height of 250 metres. There is an observation deck that offers a panoramic view of Sydney’s surroundings. Tourists can get a bird’s eye view of the city’s skyscrapers, the bay and the ocean against the backdrop of the mountains. Underneath the observation deck is a tower that houses a revolving restaurant.
Open time
Monday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Queen Victoria Building

4.5/5
17418 reviews
The grandiose building of the shopping centre. Its dimensions are impressive – 190 metres long by 30 metres wide. The Romanesque-style building was built on the site of the city market in 1918. Its decoration is a copper dome with glass inserts. The interior is decorated with a dial, which is a copy of Big Ben. Every time the chimes strike, a small theatrical performance about the life of the royal family takes place.
Open time
Monday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Carlton Gardens

4.6/5
12061 reviews
Situated in the centre of Melbourne, it is a green oasis with a Victorian-style garden, fountains and two artificial lakes. There are tennis courts and a children’s playground. The Royal Exhibition Centre, where exhibitions of various subjects are held, forms a single complex with the gardens. The whole complex is a UNESCO protected site. In addition to the exhibition centre, visitors can explore the Melbourne Museum. It consists of 10 galleries of permanent and temporary expositions, auditoriums, small theatre spaces, and a research centre. There is an IMAX cinema.

Spencer St/La Trobe St

4.3/5
6 reviews
An excursion tram decorated in old times. The interior of the tram is quite modern with elements of retro design. Tourists will be especially pleased to know that it is free of charge. Its route is laid out near the most notable sights of the historical centre of the city – the Royal Botanical Gardens, Chinatown, Queen Victoria’s building. The journey takes about 40 minutes. There is an audio guide in English for tourists.

National Gallery of Victoria

4.7/5
19308 reviews
It is the largest art gallery in Australia. It was founded in the 19th century. It exhibits paintings by Van Dyck, Rubens, Monet, Picasso and others. In total, the funds of the gallery are 65,000 exhibits. In addition to paintings, the public is presented with objects from ancient Egypt, vases from ancient Greece, and ceramics. The number of visitors to the Victoria Gallery is about one million people a year.
Open time
Monday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

MONA

4.4/5
10663 reviews
Founded by a Tasmanian millionaire in 2011. After getting rich on gambling and sweepstakes, the tycoon invested about $80 million to create a museum with an avant-garde art collection. The building is an underground pyramid bunker. Most of the exhibits are not only striking in their originality, but also shock some visitors accustomed to classical examples of painting and sculpture.
Open time
Monday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Australian War Memorial

4.8/5
13005 reviews
Erected in honour of soldiers who participated and died in military operations. It is one of the most impressive in the world. The memorial complex includes the Hall of Remembrance and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, the Memorial Museum and the Research Centre. The Sculpture Garden is also part of the complex. It features a sculpture of an Australian soldier and is flanked by a walkway with plaques telling the country’s military history.

Shrine of Remembrance

4.8/5
6787 reviews
Built by architects who took part in the First World War. Erected in the style of classicism in marble in 1934. It resembles a mausoleum. In its centre there is a sanctuary, it is surrounded by a gallery. The Stone of Remembrance is located in it. Under the sanctuary is a marble hall in which panels list the units of Australian troops who fought in the First and Second World Wars.
Open time
Monday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Port Arthur Historic Site

4.6/5
9013 reviews
Included in the list of Australia’s 11 convict settlements built by Britain. They all form a single UNESCO heritage site. Port Arthur is located in Tasmania. This prison was considered to be the worst in the world – it held the worst lawbreakers. The prison complex consisted of 60 buildings of various purposes – from punishment cells to a cathedral. Now the remains of the buildings are available for tourists to see.
Open time
Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Salamanca Market

4.5/5
10281 reviews
A popular outdoor market in Tasmania. Every Saturday, over 300 stalls are set up with all sorts of varied and amazing goods. Vintage jewellery, pine and glass animal figurines, lamps, paintings – the list is endless. A special flavour is given by the musical accompaniment of street musicians. For a rest you can go to a small café and have a national dish with local wine.
Open time
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: Closed
Friday: Closed
Saturday: 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Sunday: Closed

Melbourne Cricket Ground

4.7/5
25530 reviews
Cricket stadium. Was the main venue for the Summer Olympics in 1956. Holds over 100,000 spectators, making it the tenth largest in the world in terms of capacity. The attendance record is over 120,000. The stadium was built in 1884 and has been reconstructed and completed several times since then. Artificial lighting has been installed, which allows games to be played at the stadium at any time of day.
Open time
Monday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Royal Botanic Garden Sydney

4.7/5
24300 reviews
Located in the business district of Sydney – a green corner of nature among skyscrapers. The area of the garden is 30 hectares. The land in this place is not fertile and is not suitable for food crops. The Australian authorities decided to collect plants from all over the country. Now there are almost 9000 species of plants and 5000 trees. Entrance to the garden is free. Approximately 3.5 million people visit the garden per year.
Open time
Monday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Kings Park and Botanic Garden

4.8/5
24580 reviews
Located on the banks of the Swan River in Perth city centre. It covers an area of 4 kilometres². The park was founded in 1895 and more than half of it is Australian bush. The remaining area is planted with trees. The park’s botanical garden is home to around 2,000 Australian plants. The park and the botanical garden boast a wildflower festival, which is held once a year and attracts a large number of visitors.
Open time
Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria - Melbourne Gardens

4.8/5
15228 reviews
On an area of 38 hectares. by the Yara River in Melbourne, 12,000 plants have been planted. These are specimens of flora not only from Australia, but also from around the world. The total number of plants exceeds 50,000 specimens. In 50 kilometres from Melbourne there is a branch of the botanical garden. The total area of gardens in this place exceeds 300 hectares. The work of scientists in the Australian plants section of the branch has repeatedly received world-class awards.
Open time
Monday: 7:30 AM – 7:30 PM
Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 7:30 PM
Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 7:30 PM
Thursday: 7:30 AM – 7:30 PM
Friday: 7:30 AM – 7:30 PM
Saturday: 7:30 AM – 7:30 PM
Sunday: 7:30 AM – 7:30 PM

Northshore Riverside Park

4.5/5
159 reviews
Opened in 1992. The territory of the park is quite different from the urban landscape – rain forest and savannahs, beaches, lakes and the Brisbane River waterfront. Attractions of the park include a 60 metre high Ferris wheel, the Queensland Conservancy, the Nepal Peace Pagoda. The park hosts many festivals and entertainment events every year. About 11 million people visit the park every year.
Open time
Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Twelve Apostles

4.7/5
13589 reviews
Limestone cliffs on the ocean coast. Located in Victoria’s Port Campbell Park. They are eight rocks standing close to each other. Some of them are up to 45 metres high. Helicopter rides are popular among tourists in this area. There are hiking trails through the park to the cliffs, and you can look at them from a steep cliff. The Twelve Apostles look especially beautiful against the ocean in the sunset sunlight.
Open time
Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Uluru

4.5/5
2914 reviews
The natural attraction in the centre of the desert is protected by UNESCO. It is visited by about 400,000 people every year. It is a brownish-orange coloured rock. Its peculiarity is its ability to change colour depending on the light. At dawn the colour of the rock has a purple shade, during the day the shade becomes alternately pink, purple, red and gold. The mountain is 348 metres high and 3.6 km wide.

Blue Mountains

4.7/5
1832 reviews
A scenic spot in a national park near Sydney. Eucalyptus and ferns grow in the park. The peculiarity of the mountains is the colour of their tops. Drops of eucalyptus oil cover the leaves of plants and in the sunlight it seems that the tops of the mountains are covered with a bluish haze. There are several viewing platforms with excellent views. The Blue Mountains are popular with rock climbers and mountain bikers.

Cockatoo

0/5
It is a major national park in Australia. Its size is approximately 200*100 kilometres. The plant and animal worlds are diverse – thousands of plant and animal species grow and live in the park. In the caves of the park there are well-preserved examples of rock paintings made by Aboriginal Australians. Some of them are almost 20,000 years old. There are camping sites, cafes and shops for tourists.

Horizontal Falls

4.8/5
98 reviews
When looking at these waterfalls, one gets the illusion that they are falling not from top to bottom, but “horizontally”. This effect occurs during high tides. Water during these periods accumulates in the gorges and does not have time to escape through the narrow passages. The created height difference gives the effect of a waterfall. The change of water directions takes place 3-4 times a day. Some tourists come here just to admire the views, and some come here for extreme passing of waterfalls on boats.

Wave Rock Caravan Park

4.4/5
2649 reviews
A rock formation with an amazing shape. It looks like a giant ocean wave in the middle of the land. About 150,000 tourists come here every year to see this natural wonder with their own eyes. A small retaining wall has been built to protect the rock from collapse. According to scientists’ assumptions, the rock got this shape about 60 million years ago. Every year, an underground music festival is held in this place.
Open time
Monday: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM

Kings Canyon Carpark

4.7/5
1165 reviews
The length of the canyon exceeds 2 km and the height of its walls reaches 300 metres. There are two hiking trails through the canyon. The easier one is the trail along the bottom of the canyon. It takes about an hour to walk along it. The second one, leading to the top of the canyon, is more difficult and takes about 3-4 hours. However, tourists say that the stunning view from the top is worth the effort.
Open time
Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Cataract Gorge Reserve

4.7/5
6472 reviews
The gorge is a 15-minute walk from the town of Launceston. The place is popular with both tourists and locals. Here you can have a comfortable rest – swim in the outdoor pool, ride the lift, admire the picturesque views of the gorge. There are hiking trails along it. Short tracks no more than a kilometre long lead to bridges over small rivers, lookout points and cliff tops.
Open time
Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Mount Wellington

4.8/5
1152 reviews
A favourite place for active tourists. There are many trails on the slopes of the mountain, some of which can be travelled by bicycle. The infrastructure around the mountain is poorly equipped – there are no cafes, shops, attractions. The basalt rock ledges are called “Organ pipes” – they are a very unusual sight. From the top of the 1270 metre high mountain, when there is no fog, you can see the national park 100 km away from the mountain.

Cape Byron

4.7/5
46 reviews
The Cape was discovered in 1770 by the navigator James Cook. It was named after the world traveller John Byron. In 1901, a lighthouse was erected on the shore of the cape. It is the only working lighthouse from the reign of Queen Victoria. Apart from its practical usefulness, the snow-white lighthouse is an ornament to the area and adds to its romanticism. There is an observation deck at the top of the lighthouse.

Great Ocean Road

0/5
The motorway is considered a tourist attraction as it passes through Australia’s iconic places. Travelling along this road, you can visit the Lock Ard Ridge, Port Campbell National Park, the unusual shipwreck coast, and the Twelve Apostles cliffs. The length of the road is 243 kilometres. Some sections of the road are considered very dangerous. Along the motorway there is a 104 km long hiking trail for tourists.

Kuranda Scenic Railway

4.6/5
1761 reviews
It is considered one of the most dangerous railways in the world. The 37-kilometre railway line is mainly used by tourists to get a dose of adrenaline. The train track passes over fragile-looking bridges over deep gorges. But the views from the window justify the risk – the railway runs through tropical forests and past several picturesque waterfalls. There is an opportunity to admire exotic plants and mountain peaks.

Fraser Island, Great Sandy National Park

4.2/5
5 reviews
The sandy island is 120 kilometres long. The width varies from 7 to 23 kilometres. The dunes that make up the island were formed about 400,000 years ago and can be 240 metres high. There are about 40 fresh water lakes on the island. The largest of them has a size of more than 200 hectares. The nature of the island is incredibly diverse – a hundred kilometres of white sandy beach, swamps, mangrove and equatorial forests. The island is a UNESCO site.
Open time
Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Penguin Parade

4.4/5
8530 reviews
One of the most unusual excursions in Australia looks like a show starring small penguins. The penguins come out of the ocean in a formation at sunset and go to their homes. The penguins spend the whole day in the ocean collecting food. They are forced to unite in organised groups by the common danger – large seagulls prefer to attack loners. Several groups of penguins march for an hour.
Open time
Monday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM
Tuesday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM
Wednesday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM
Thursday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM
Friday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM
Saturday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM
Sunday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM

The Kangaroo Sanctuary

4.9/5
97 reviews
The kangaroo is a living symbol of Australia. This amazing animal is placed on the country’s coat of arms and some coins. This is because kangaroos do not live anywhere else but on this continent. The number of these animals in Australia exceeds the number of people. On the country’s motorways there are road signs warning that traffic may be impeded by kangaroos. They are a favourite not only with Australians but also around the world.
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Manly Beach

4.7/5
2394 reviews
The oceanfront location has given Sydney some wonderful beaches. Bondi Beach is considered modern and popular. Most young holidaymakers come to it with a surfboard. There are many restaurants and bars on the beach, which are rarely empty. Concerts and festivals are often held here. Manly Beach is characterised by golden soft sand. It’s one of Sydney’s best beaches for a reason – it’s always crowded. Hundreds of holidaymakers find entertainment to their liking – swimming, sports games, dancing in bars, cycling.

Surfers Paradise Beach

4.7/5
1079 reviews
The beach holiday capital of Australia’s Gold Coast. Surfers Paradise Beach is sometimes referred to as Australia’s “Miami Beach”. It is home to the country’s tallest skyscraper with an observation deck at 230 metres. The very name of the beach implies that it is a great place for surfers – huge waves and warm water. In addition, Surfers Paradise has the title of a sophisticated resort, with shopping opportunities right on the beach.

Mindil Beach

4.6/5
196 reviews
Sunset time on the beach is the best and most interesting time to visit. This is the time when the evening market starts operating here. But before making purchases, it is an obligatory ritual to watch the sun dip into the sea waters. In addition to the market stalls, you should take time to sample the national specialities. Darwin is home to 50 nationalities, each showcasing the cuisine of their homeland.