Northern Australia
Travel Guide
Visit Northern Australia
Where to stay in Northern Australia
Surfers Paradise
Home of the Arts and Chevron Renaissance are a few top attractions in Surfers Paradise. Hop around the city on the metro at Cypress Avenue Station or Florida Gardens station and check out the area's stunning beaches, luxurious spas and popular shops.
Broadbeach
The stunning beaches, first-class casinos and popular shops are notable features of Broadbeach. Make a stop by The Star Gold Coast or The Oasis while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Broadbeach South Light Rail Station to get around town.
Brisbane Central Business District
Are you interested in beautiful gardens, stunning river views and popular shops? A visit to Brisbane Central Business District might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Waterfront Brisbane and Queen Street Mall.
Noosa Heads
A noteworthy feature of Noosa Heads is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Noosa National Park and Hastings Street.
Mooloolaba
A noteworthy feature of Mooloolaba is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Salt Caves Mooloolaba and The Wharf Mooloolaba.
Caloundra
Caloundra is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Caloundra Events Center and Bulcock Beach, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Sunshine Coast.
voco Gold Coast by IHG
Everything was excellent
Reviewed on 10 Feb, 2026
Novotel Surfers Paradise
The room view was first class! Found the shower a complete pain in the butt as the track cannot stop the water flowing onto the bathroom floor. Staff pleasant when engaged but generally look morose and like they would rather be anywhere else, a general low energy vibe. Took three requests over four ...
Reviewed on 11 Feb, 2026
Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas
Clean and spacious room. Great pools. Fantastic breakfast buffet. Friendly staff.
Reviewed on 4 Feb, 2026
Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast
We loved our stay. From the start, we were greeted at the reception by Cian, who was super friendly and helpful - he gave us lots of recommendations for the area and made our stay better.
Reviewed on 12 Feb, 2026
Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise
Slow check-in with huge queue. Paid carpark in two blocks away without covered. Coffee machine is not working.
Reviewed on 8 Feb, 2026
Whitsunday Apartments
It was very clean and comfortable and staff most helpful - brought us a coffee plunger upon request. Perfect location , loved the beach, pools etc. Easy access to the Marina and scenic walks.
Reviewed on 2 Feb, 2026
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Popular places to visit
Uluru
With its vast scale and incredible colours, it is easy to see why this famous rock, known as the Red Heart of Australia, holds a sacred place in indigenous culture.
Warner Bros. Movie World
Watch stunt shows, get on superhero rides, enter the Ice Age 4D Experience and take a splash in the Wild West at Australia’s theme park version of Hollywood.
Australia Zoo
Visit this thrilling Australian animal kingdom, the legacy of Steve Irwin, and you will be guaranteed a fun-filled day of adventure and discovery.
Cairns Esplanade
Stroll along the boardwalk surrounded by palms tree and landscaped gardens and watch the sun set over the Coral Sea.
Dreamworld
Australia’s biggest amusement park features exciting themed areas with everything from tigers and thrilling rides to vintage V8 super-cars and TV characters.
The Star Gold Coast
Why not try your luck with a visit to The Star Gold Coast during your visit to Gold Coast? Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Crocosaurus Cove General Admission Ticket
Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
"Cage Of Death" Crocodile Swim and Entry to Crocosaurus Cove
Darwin to Kakadu Day Trip by Air Including Yellow Water Cruise
