Australia

Great Barrier Reef

If there is one thing that draws people to Queensland then it is probably the Great Barrier Reef. Running for well over 2,000km along the coast, the Great Barrier Reef is the largest coral reef system in the world and is regarded as one of its true natural wonders. Diving and snorkelling is understandably popular for those who want to explore the reefs, with glass bottomed boat trips also being popular. The various islands that are found along the reef are also worth exploring to get close to nature.

Sydney Opera House

The Sydney Opera House is one of the most iconic buildings in Australia and is known across the world as a symbol of the country. Located alongside Sydney Harbour in the shadow of the Harbour Bridge, the opera house is made up a number of performance venues that play host to all manner of events across the year. Guided tours of the building – which is designed as a UNESCO World Heritage site - are also available.

The Three Sisters

The Three Sisters is a rock formation located within the Blue Mountains, close to the town of Katoomba in New South Wales. Formed by erosion across thousands of years, the rocks are one of the most visited attractions within the scenic area and can be accessed via walking trails that include the 800 step Giant Walkway.

Uluru

Also known as Ayers Rock, Uluru is one of the most famous Australian landmarks and is recognised all around the world. The large sandstone rock formation is sacred to the Aboriginal people who live in the local area and is one of the most visited sites in the country. Uluru sits around 280 miles from Alice Springs and can be accessed by road or by air if arriving from elsewhere in Australia as part of a multi-centre trip.

Australia Zoo

Australia Zoo is one of the top wildlife parks in Australia and became famous around the world thanks to the TV show The Crocodile Hunter with the late Steve Irwin. Situated near to Beerwah, the zoo is one of Queensland’s top visitor attractions and is home to more than 1,000 animals. The award-winning zoo is involved in a range of education and conservation programmes and plays host to various shows on a daily basis.

Kata Tjuta

Kata Tjuta, more commonly known as the Olgas, is another famous rock formation that is located in the Outback and is just 20 miles away from Uluru. Part of the sacred Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, the ancient formations are one of Australia’s most spectacular sights and well worth a visit.

Neighbours Tour

Pin Oak Court in the suburb of Vermont South, Melbourne might not be a street that rings a bell but rename it as Ramsey Street, Erinsborough and it’ll suddenly become instantly recognisable. The real life home of the hit TV show Neighbours, you can visit the street on official tours that also give the chance to meet members of the cast and visit exterior sets in nearby Global Studios.

Port Arthur

One of the most famous places in Tasmania, Port Arthur is located on the Tasman Peninsula to the south of Hobart. The site was once home to a penal colony that housed some of the most dangerous convicted British criminals who had been taken to Australian shores. Whilst the prison was closed in the late 1870s, the remains are now part of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Australian Convict Sites – which is made up eleven such sites across Australia. You could also visit the Coal Mines Historic site where prisoners would be put to work.

Hunter Valley

The Hunter Valley sits to the north of Sydney and is famous for being one of the top wine producing regions in Australia. Shiraz, Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon are all produced in the region but it is Semillion for which the area is perhaps best known. A range of tours are available throughout the region that allow you to visit some of the vineyards and sample the produce.

Kangaroo Island

The third largest of Australia’s islands, Kangaroo Island is easily accessible from the mainland via a ferry that sets sail from Cape Jervis to the south of Adelaide, Victoria. Much of the island is made up of protected areas with kangaroo, wallabies, sea lions and seals amongst the wildlife you can expect to see. Special nocturnal tours also provide the chance to possibly spot Little Penguins.

Melbourne Cricket Ground

The MCG is one of the most famous sporting venues in Australia and the largest stadium in the country with a capacity of more than 100,000. Opened in 1853, the stadium hosts a range of other sports every year and is the home of the National Sports Museum – including exhibits on everything from cricket and Australian Rules football to basketball and netball.

Monkey Mia

Monkey Mia is located in the Shark Bay World Heritage Area close to the town of Denham in Western Australia. If you want to see dolphins during your trip to Australia then this is the place to, with the chance to interact with wild bottlenose dolphins that live in the waters. Visitors are invited to feed the animals by hand under the watchful eye of rangers from the Department of Parks and Wildlife.