Tourist Attractions in Australia

3,179 tourist attractions across Australia, ranked by local votes. Pick a city to narrow it down.

Showing 1–20 of 3,179

Boggo Road Gaol
Brisbane

Boggo Road Gaol

Boggo Road Jail · Dutton Park · QLD 4102

Boggo Road Gaol opened in 1883 as the Brisbane Gaol. Used mainly as a holding prison for those serving short sentences or on remand, its initial infamy came from it being a place of execution. In…

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Echidna Walkabout
Melbourne

Echidna Walkabout

276 Nott St · Port Melbourne · VIC 3207

YOU can see wildlife in its natural environment - and take home wonderful memories of the real Australia and its unique animals and birds. Travel with us and see wild Kangaroos, Koalas, Emus,…

Accommodation and TravelTourstourstour
Off Beat Eco Tours
Sunshine Coast

Off Beat Eco Tours

By appointment only · Belli Park · QLD 4562

Experienced and award-winning tour operator with Advanced Eco Tourism Accreditation. We�ll guide you on a variety of walks through the dense rainforest, alongside glistening mountain streams to…

Accommodation and TravelTourstourstour
Jetsetter Car Rentals
Cairns

Jetsetter Car Rentals

Suite 1, Cnr Lang St and Golden Four Dr · Kirrama · QLD 4872

Jetsetter Car Rentals car hire facility is conveniently located opposite the Gold Coast Airport, and a short trip to the heart of the internationally renowned Gold Coast. Jetsetter Car Rentals have…

Accommodation and TravelCar Hirecar hirehire a car
Austral Limousines
Perth

Austral Limousines

By appointment only · Safety Bay · WA 6169

Austral Limousines, established over 25 years, cater for all occasions from Weddings to Airport transfers, Birthdays, School Balls, to corporate functions. We have a large fleet of stretch limos…

Personal ServicesWedding Car Hirewedding carwedding car
Bestbrook Mountain Resort
Toowoomba

Bestbrook Mountain Resort

By appointment only · Maryvale · QLD 4370

Bestbrook offers you a traditional farm stay experience or holiday package in an assortment of accommodation styles including 9 fully self contained rustic country cabins, village bunkhouses…

billy tea and damperhorse riding is extra.
SWIT Guide
Cairns

SWIT Guide

By appointment only · Cardwell · QLD 4849

World Heritage Wet Tropics Tour Operator. North Queensland roam free getaway vacation locations. Tropical coastal and hinterland spots; nurturing natural ambience and adventure activities.

plunge pools
Miner's Cottage Rubyvale
Rockhampton

Miner's Cottage Rubyvale

65 Goanna Flats Rd · Rubyvale · QLD 4702

�Miner�s Cottage� Rubyvale has a New Owner Gae Guyton. *Come and visit our Fossicking Park stay Overnight or for longer in our A/c Self-Contained Unit. Or just come for an hour or two and buy a…

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U-Tours
Cairns

U-Tours

103 Grafton St · Cairns · QLD 4870

Our professional travel consultants are friendly, knowledgeable and experienced in accommodating both seasoned traveler and those new to the world of travel. What U-Tours offers: - Half and full day…

Accommodation and TravelTourstourstour
Heritage Carriages
North Coast

Heritage Carriages

By appointment only · Upper Orara · NSW 2450

We provide horse drawn wedding carriages and coaches for weddings, formals, proposals, and special occasions. We also have a large sociable wagonette for cart/wagon rides, and tours.

WeddingsFormalsPartiesTours
Dardanup Heritage Park
Bunbury and South West

Dardanup Heritage Park

416 Moore Rd · Dardanup · WA 6236

Travel back in time with one of Australia�s finest collections of vintage machinery and heritage items from our pioneering past. Dardanup Heritage Park offers a diverse array of displays including a…

Recreation and EntertainmentMuseumsmuseummuseums
See Australia First
North Coast

See Australia First

By appointment only · Tweed Heads · NSW 2485

See Australia First lets you plan your holidays with ease. Whether you are looking for a place to stay, a place for a meal or if you're after things to do whilst on holidays, you'll find it all here…

AccommodationTourist ActivitiesDining or Local Businesses.
Midaga Ultimate Fishing
Sunshine Coast

Midaga Ultimate Fishing

Toppers Dr · Bundaberg · QLD 4670

Phone Us For Bookings. As part of our options we will also be helping people learn about the Safety Aspect and launching of their boats, also care and maintaining your vessel, use of radio's and Gps…

Baffle Creek Full DayFull Day Hervey Bay Flats Fly FishingHervey Bay Offshore Fishing Full DayDam Fishing Monduran and Awoonga
Xjet
Melbourne

Xjet

Hangar 204, Lionel St · Essendon · VIC 3040

Fly a fighter jet. Exhilarating aerobatics, military combat maneuvers and extreme speed or pack up your friends for the day in our corporate jet to one of our sensational flight destinations.

Discovery Fishing Charters
Gold Coast

Discovery Fishing Charters

By appointment only · Main Beach · QLD 4217

The best fishing charter on the gold coast, for full or half day fishing tours, calm water or offshore to catch the big ones, Discovery Fishing Charters provides you with all your fishing equipment…

we offer deep sea fishingcalm water fishingfishing during the full moon
Fat Decanter Wine Tours
Perth

Fat Decanter Wine Tours

By appointment only · Como · WA 6152

If drinking fine wine, feasting on gourmet food, getting outdoors and doing it all in style sounds like you, then climb aboard and let Fat Decanter excite your senses. With a maximum capacity of…

Premium Tour:Door to door transfersFive WineriesVineyards
Outabout
Perth

Outabout

706 Great Northern Hwy · Herne Hill · WA 6056

During the Bush Walking Season (April through to November), Chris and Steve take groups out into specially selected forest areas just to the north and east of Perth. Groups are guided on and off…

Off the beaten track bush walksbut back in time for tea!Corporate team buildingCorporate entertaining

Tourist Attractions by region

User guide to Tourist Attractions

Tourism plays a very important part of the Australian economy. The more tourists that enter the country, the more money it rakes in and the more jobs it creates for locals. As such, the government has continuously been promoting the Australia to the international market to attract visitors to the country.

Australia boasts a great number of tourist attractions such as Ayer's Rock and the different capital cities, which are tourist attractions unto themselves because of their spacious parks and famous landmarks. Other examples of tourist attractions include the Harbour Bridge and the Sydney Opera House.

There are a numerous hotels that offer accommodation, as well as budget-friendly lodgings, that tourists can take advantage of during their stay in the country. There are numerous car, boat and plane services that are available for hire in Australia.
There are many organizations in Australia, both government and non-government that are responsible for maintaining the high standards of tourism and these include: National Tourism Alliance, Tourism Minister's Advisory Council, and the National Tourism and Aviation Advisory Committee, and many more.

Tips when travelling in Australia

  • When travelling by air, avoid morning and afternoon eastbound flights as these flights are usually full of businessmen.
  • It is always important for tourists to carry identification, especially your passport, and visa when travelling. Visitors from all countries, except New Zealand, are required to apply for a visa before travelling to Australia.
  • Do not be afraid to ask for directions from hotel staff, information officers, or police officers as they are the most qualified to provide you with the best information to make your stay as comfortable and hassle-free as possible.
  • Abide by the laws of the country regarding road travel for ease and convenience.
  • It is illegal to hitch-hike in Australia. When in need of assistance, look for the nearest hotel or police station to provide the necessary service you need.

Hotel reservation tips for tourists

  • Hotels located in popular areas tend to be full on peak seasons. Showing up with a reservation is risky as the hotel may charge you more for not booking in advance. When making hotel reservations during peak seasons, do so a few months in advance.
  • Inquire about special rates when making reservations in advance. However, you do not always have to accept the first special rate the hotel may offer.
  • Hotel reservations will be taken more seriously when you guarantee your arrival with a credit card number. Deposits, on the other hand, can be very difficult to prove when misplaced. Always keep print out of your online booking or a record of the reservation made over the phone.
  • Travel insurance will protect you if your trip was cancelled due to emergencies and the like. But it is advisable to read the policies of the travel insurance carefully for any exclusion.
  • When you receive confirmation of your reservation, immediately review it for any errors. This would ensure that you only get what you paid for and to avoid any inconveniences.
  • Give someone your itinerary such as when you are leaving for your trip, your expected arrival at your destination, hotel you are staying, and when you're planning to return home. Always double check reservations before leaving your home.