Northern Australia Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Where to stay in Northern Australia
Surfers Paradise
Home of the Arts and Budds Beach 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.
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 ANZAC Square War Memorial and Brisbane Customs House.
Broadbeach
The stunning beaches, first-class casinos and popular shops are notable features of Broadbeach. Make a stop by The Oasis or The Star Gold Coast while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Broadbeach South Light Rail Station to get around town.
Noosa Heads
A noteworthy feature of Noosa Heads is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Hastings Street and Noosa National Park.
Mooloolaba
A noteworthy feature of Mooloolaba is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out The Wharf Mooloolaba and Mooloolaba Esplanade.
Brisbane Airport
Travellers 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.
Novotel Surfers Paradise
Central location was nice. Bathroom was not clean when I arrived. Dealt with when I let them know. Wifi not great. Couldn’t even go out on balcony without losing it. Pool not available during stay - had to go to another hotel. Breakfast food but very expensive - $45
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Amora Hotel Brisbane
Always a wonderful and consistent stay. Blake went above and beyond in making it even more memorable this time around. Great team culture and service.
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Voco Gold Coast
Great family spot
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise
Great beach view and excellent amenities!
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Whitsunday Apartments
Beautiful view from the balcony, nice staff keeping the room clean and tidy, can’t wait to get back
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Brisbane Skytower Apartments by CLLIX
Place was clean and it was good of quality
Reviewed on 30 Mar 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.
Cairns Esplanade
Soak up the city’s relaxed atmosphere and admire the sunset over the Coral Sea as you wander along this popular walkway.
Warner Bros. Movie World
Everyone loves to watch movies, and the Gold Coast’s famous movie-themed park is a great opportunity to get up close to the action as well!
Australia Zoo
Cuddly koalas, cute kangaroos and amazing crocodile shows – get up close to Australia and the world’s most amazing animals in Brisbane’s famous wildlife park.
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 seaside or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
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.
Activities
Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
WWII Bombing of Darwin & Royal Flying Doctor Service
Darwin Combo: The Bombing of Darwin Experience & Darwin Harbour Cruise
Darwin: Spectacular Jumping Crocodile Adelaide River Cruise
