States and territories
Top things to do in Australia
Evergreen picks — free items are flagged.
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Sydney Opera House hearth
#attractionAustralia’s most recognizable landmark, this UNESCO World Heritage architectural marvel is inspired by yacht sails. Visitors can take guided tours, enjoy world-class performances, or view First Nations art projections at sunset.
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Sydney Opera House
#attractionAustralia's most recognizable landmark and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Visitors can take architectural tours, watch world-class performances, or simply admire the iconic sails from the surrounding harbor.
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Whitsunday Islands sailing
#outdoorA collection of 74 tropical islands at the heart of the Great Barrier Reef. Experiences range from skydiving and snorkeling to sailing a yacht across turquoise waters to the iconic swirling white sands of Whitehaven Beach.
Airlie Beach, QLD 4802 · More info ▸ - 4.
Great Barrier Reef
#outdoorThe world’s largest coral reef system stretches along the Queensland coast. It offers unparalleled opportunities for snorkeling, scuba diving, and scenic flights to view incredible marine biodiversity and coral formations.
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Uluru (Ayers Rock)
#attractionA massive sandstone monolith in the Red Centre that holds deep spiritual significance for the Anangu people. It is famous for its dramatic color shifts from deep red to orange during sunrise and sunset.
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Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park
#attractionLocated in the Red Centre, this sacred sandstone monolith is deeply significant to the Anangu people. Experience the dramatic color changes at sunrise and sunset, and explore the nearby Kata Tjuta rock formations.
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Uluru & the Red Centre
#attractionLocated in the spiritual heart of the Northern Territory, this massive sandstone monolith is a sacred site for Indigenous Australians and offers stunning color changes at sunrise and sunset.
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Accessible from Cairns and Port Douglas, this natural wonder is the world's largest coral reef system. Experience vibrant marine life and coral gardens through snorkeling, scuba diving, or glass-bottom boat tours.
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Located a short drive from Sydney, this region features dramatic sandstone ridges, eucalyptus forests, and waterfalls. Its name comes from the natural blue haze created by eucalyptus oil dispersing in the air.
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Sydney Harbour Ferries
#outdoorWhile technically public transport, these ferries serve as iconic sightseeing cruises. The route from Circular Quay to Manly offers the best views of the city skyline, the Opera House, and the rugged harbour heads.