Northern Australia
Travel Guide
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Where to stay in Northern Australia
Surfers Paradise
Known for its stunning beaches, luxurious spas, and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Surfers Paradise. Top attractions like Cavill Avenue and Home of the Arts are major draws. Catch the metro at Cypress Avenue Station or Florida Gardens station to see more of the city.
Brisbane Central Business District
Anzac Square and Brisbane Customs House are just a few worthwhile attractions to visit in Brisbane Central Business District. Travelers also love the beautiful gardens, stunning river views, 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.
Noosa Heads
Travelers to Noosa Heads praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by Hastings Street and Noosa National Park.
Brisbane Airport
Travelers come to Brisbane Airport for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like DFO Brisbane and Moreton Bay while you're in town.
Mooloolaba
Mooloolaba is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like The Wharf Mooloolaba and Mooloolaba Esplanade.
The Star Grand Brisbane
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The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast
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voco Gold Coast by IHG
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Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast
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Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise
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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.
Cairns Esplanade
Stroll along the boardwalk surrounded by palms tree and landscaped gardens and watch the sun set over the Coral Sea.
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.
Hastings Street
Located in the heart of Noosa Heads, this beachside street is a chic enclave of cosmopolitan cafés, resort-style accommodation and designer shopping.
Cavill Avenue
Bustling nightlife, great shopping and a legendary surfing beach make this avenue the exciting centre of Surfer’s Paradise on the Gold Coast.
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.
Things to do
Kakadu Wildlife Rock Art with optional Crocodile Cruise Small Group Tour
Darwin: Spectacular Jumping Crocodile Adelaide River Cruise
