The Ten Best Places to Visit in Australia.
People around the world love to visit Australia. It provides the best of everything from large cities to outback adventures. There are many things to see and experience. It’s important people make the most of their time when in Australia. There are 10 extraordinary places people should consider seeing when there.
Sydney
Any trip to Australia would not be complete without a visit to its most populous city. Seeing the major attractions such as the Opera House, Harbour Bridge as well as Bondi/Manly beaches is essential. It also offers visitors an opportunity to see their well-known Taronga Zoo. Music, art and culture festivals fill the calendar. The Aboriginal Heritage museum provides visitors with a chance to know and experience the history of Aboriginal people. The Ambrosia Olive Farm is another popular place to visit. The ANZ stadium once hosted the opening ceremony to the Olympics. Sydney is a city that offers something for everyone to enjoy.
The Great Ocean Road
This is known around the world as one of the most impressive scenic drives available. Its estimated length is 243 kilometers (roughly 151 miles). Those who want to travel this road should schedule an entire day for the experience. It provides travelers with a chance to drive along one of Australia’s most impressive coast lines. This road provides special views of the ocean and surrounding cliffs. It also goes through a rain forest known for its cool climate. There are beaches to experience as well as many towns along the way. People can go hiking and more. This road delivers on the promise of adventure.
Grampians National Park
Visitors who go here can see one of the best Indigenous rock art sites available in south-east Australia. The park is 1,672 km (approximately 1,040 miles) in size. It provides visitors with an opportunity to experience some amazing hiking trails. People can see a variety of different low-angled sandstone ridges. It is a place where the legends of Indigenous people can be seen everywhere. The Grampians National Park is known around the world for its stunning views of nature.
Byron Bay
This beach is as popular with Australians as it is with international tourists. A favorite activity for visitors here is to watch the sun set behind the lighthouse. The many music festivals held draw accomplished musicians from around the globe. It is a place recognized for its beautiful beach weather. On any day people are surfing, scuba diving, hiking and more. It can provide almost any type of dinning experience. They run the gamut from champagne to beer and casual to fine dining. Sleeping accommodations can be anything from a tent, to a highly rated hotel. Byron Bay does offer a great experience for everyone.
Fraser Island
People come here to experience the largest sand island in the world. It provides visitors with 120 km (approximately 75 miles) of stunning beaches. It is a place thousands of people enjoy visiting every month. A popular activity here is to rent a 4 wheel drive vehicle for a few days. This enables people to take their time exploring the island. It also has fresh water lakes. There are rainforests that contains flora and fauna found no other place on earth. It’s also great for snorkeling as well as scuba diving and more.
Great Barrier Reef
This is one of the many attractions in Australia that is known around the world. It stretches approximately 2,300 kms (1,400 miles) in size. The Great Barrier Reef is home to some of the most endangered species of plants as well as animals in the world. There are many different places to visit for seeing the reef. Many people agree the Whitsunday Islands are an excellent choice. This is a place where people will want to spend a few days sailing. It’s an area perfect for scuba diving and snorkeling. People who come here describe it as the experience of a lifetime.
Daintree Rainforest
This part of Australia has often been referred to as a nature wonderland. This is the largest rainforest in Australia. It contains approximately 30 percent of Australia’s frog, reptile and marsupial species. The Daintree Rainforest also has approximately 65 percent of the Australian bat and butterfly species. Located here is also 20 percent of Australia’s bird species. It’s also home to a prehistoric bird known as the Cassowary. People who visit here can do everything from take a crocodile boat tour to a mangrove adventure tour and more. There are also several animal sanctuaries worth seeing.
Kakadu National Park
This is a rather large park that consists of nearly 20,000 km² (3.2 million acres). It contains the traditional land of numerous Indigenous tribes. This area has more than 5,000 rock painting sites. This land was extremely sacred to the traditional peoples who called it home. It has earned a listing as a UNESCO site as well as a World Heritage area. The Kadadu National Park enables people to see rare plants and endangered animals like the salt water crocodile. Its history and natural beauty will remain in the minds of visitors long after they’ve gone home.
Freycinet National Park/Wineglass Bay
Another popular Australian tourist destination is found on the island of Tasmania. On its east coast is Freycinet Peninsula. This is where Wineglass Bay is located. Here there are exquisite secluded swimming beaches. Rock pools as well as snorkeling and scuba diving are available. Those who come here can experience outdoor theatres, scenic drives and much more.
Ayers Rock/Uluru
When someone takes the time to visit Australia, they shouldn’t leave without seeing Uluru. It is recommended that travelers arrange a guided tour for it from Adelaide. These tours enable people to do everything from ride a camel across desert dunes, as well as ride a motorcycle over the dunes. People who want to relax can visit the Red Ocher Spa. This area also offers a number of different accommodations. These can range from award winning hotels to campgrounds. There is open dinning available under a canopy of stars. Visitors can even decode the southern night sky with the help of a resident star talker.