30 Best Things to Do in Australia

The continent of Australia is along the Indian and Pacific Oceans. Australia is rich in biodiversity and is one of the least populated continents. This well-developed place is one of the wealthiest countries in the world. Listed below are the 30 best things to do in Australia!

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FOOD/DRINK:

1- Melbourne’s coffee

The best spot to go for a delicious cup of coffee in Melbourne is at Atomica Coffee. The atmosphere is lovely, and the quality of the coffee beans is superb. Other delicious coffee shops to try out include Duke’s Coffee Roasters, Patricia, and Undercover Roasters.

2- Wine Tour at Yarra Valley

Book this Yarra Valley Wine Tour before your trip to Australia because it might sell out! The tour will take you to four wineries called Balgownie Estate, Steels Gate Winery, Greenstone Vineyards, and Yering Farm. You will get to try various types of wine and get some of the most picturesque landscapes.

3- Local Food

Queen Victoria Market is a well-known landmark located in Melbourne. The market has been going strong since the 19th century. Don’t forget to try Authentic Aussie BBQ, meat pie, and vegemite toast.

ADVENTURE:

4- Great Barrier Reef

The Great Barrier Reef is the largest in the world, as it is home to 3,000 separate reefs, which means you can go snorkeling or scuba diving from several different cities in Australia.

5- Sail the Whitsundays

The Whitsundays is named one of the world’s best places to go sailing and is a great spot to watch the sunset. The best beach with pure white sand located along Whitsundays Island is Whitehaven Beach. It is the perfect place for swimming or a barbeque.

6- Surf Lesson

Byron Bay has a reputation for being one of the best places to surf in Australia. Companies along the beach offer surf lessons that will teach you how to catch a wave.

7- Cairns Hot Air Balloon

The spectacular sunrise hot air balloon flight across the Atherton Tablelands is worth waking up early for. The area is like a balloon festival every day, and the views of balloons rising on the horizon are stunning. You float over incredible landscapes in a basket for about 40 minutes.

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8- Daintree Rainforest

The Daintree Rainforest is a privately owned conservation. The owners are determined to share knowledge about the rainforest with nature lovers. There are several guided tours that you can select from; however, our favorite is this cruise ship tour that will take you through the mangrove swamps. They have lunch and afternoon tea included in this excursion! The Skyrail Tour will take you above the rainforest.

9- Campout on Fraser Island

The Figure 8 Pools, naturally formed by rocks, is the perfect place to swim.

10- Sydney Royal National Park 8 Pools

The Figure 8 Pools formed naturally by rocks and are the perfect place to go for a swim!

11- Cape Pillar Sea Cliffs

The caves are 900 feet tall along water in the Tasman National Park. A boat ride to see the Cape Pillar Sea Cliffs is the most relaxing way you can. Another way to see them is to hike on a four-day excursion along a 25-mile Cape Pillar Circuit.

ANIMALS:

12- Feed a Rock Wallaby

Magnetic Island, a short ferry or boat ride from Townsville, Australia, is one of the only places to feed rock wallabies. The wallabies reside in Arcadia near the pier at dusk and enjoy eating bananas and apples. The animals hop around like kangaroos and are so small and cute in comparison.

13- Quokko Selfie

Quokkas live on Rottnest Island, a 30-minute boat ride from Perth’s coastline. Rottnest is a protected nature reserve and is a habitat for the 12,000 Quokkas that live there.

14- Hug a Koala

Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary is home to animals, including koalas, kangaroos, wombats, and Tasmanian devils. You can feed kangaroos at this sanctuary is in Brisbane, Australia. You can get photos with a Koala bear at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary.

15- Cape Le Grand National Park

Did you know? Kangaroos roam freely at Cape Le Grand National Park.

16- Kangaroo Island

Kangaroo Island is one of the best spots in Australia to discover unique wildlife in its natural habitat.

ICONIC PLACES

17- Sydney Opera House

The Sydney Opera House opened in 1973 and is one of the most famous buildings in Australia. The building, built in the 20th century, offers over 1,500 shows yearly.

18- Sydney Harbour Bridge

You have to go and see the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge that reaches 459 feet tall. You can climb to the top of the bridge at the Pylon Lookout for a 360-degree view of Sydney.

19- Western Australian’s Pink Lake

Lake Hillier is a bright pink lake caused by algae and high salt content. The best way to see the lake is either in a helicopter or on a boat cruise because the lake is off-limits to visitors.

20- Bondi Beach to Bronte Coastal Wall

Bondi Beach welcomes over one million visitors annually. There is a 2.5-mile Bondi to Bronte coastal walk, which meanders along cliff tops overlooking the beach. There are excellent restaurants and stores along Bondi Beach.

21- Uluru Sunrise

Uluru is home to Ayers Rock, a sandstone rock, sacred to the aboriginal people. The Anangu people offer walking tours of the rock and surrounding area. The colors of the sunset are spectacular.

22- Great Ocean Road

The Great Ocean Road runs between Torquay and Allansford along the southeastern coast. The road itself is a memorial dedicated to soldiers who died during WWI.

23- Melbourne Aquarium

The Melbourne Aquarium is not an average aquarium because not only can you look at sharks while you are there, but you can also dive with them! Diving with Grey Nurse Sharks, Whale Sharks, and Seven Kill Sharks is a safe, enjoyable experience!

24- Cable Beach

Cable Beach has an incredible sunset and sunrise, beautiful white sands, and gentle waves. The southern part of the beach is a great spot to witness whales and dolphins. Another great place to go whale watching is at Hervey Bay. Most tours last around four hours and include lunch!

25- The Twelve Apostles

The Twelve Apostles is a popular tourist destination in Port Campbell National Park. The site is visible from the Great Ocean Road. Right now, there are only eight apostles because four of the outcrops eroded and collapsed. The remaining outcrops are about 164 feet high.

26- Tully and Barron River

If you enjoy water sports, then make sure you head to Tully and Barron River to go white water rafting.

27- Bay of Fires

Bay of Fires got its name from Captain Tobias Furneaux in 1773 when he saw the fires of the Aboriginal people on the beach. You can do everything from swimming to fishing at the Bay of Fires, and there is a campsite where you can pitch a tent or take an RV to spend some time in the lovely area.

28- Kalbarri National Park

Kalbarri National Park is north of Perk. The major tourist destination within the national park is called Murchison Gorge. The park is open year-round and is perfect for hiking.

29- Wave Rock

The Wave Rock is one of Western Australia’s most spectacular rock formations at 50 feet high. The formation is in the same shape as you would find an ocean, which is what makes the Wave Rock so unique.

30-Jenolan Caves

Jenolan Karst Conservation Reserve is home to the Jenolan Caves west of Katoomba. The open caves are the oldest in the world.

Bonus- Phillip Island

If you love wild animals, then a trip to Phillip Island is for you. The Island is home to penguins strolling around and Pacific gulls. You may also see wallabies and kangaroos surrounding the area.

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