Top Attractions To See When Touring Australia

• By: Editor
• On: 28/Oct/2009
• In: Australia Travel Tips

The Phillip Island Penguin Parade
Why not take a visit to Phillip Island just off the coast of Melbourne where at dusk you will see the majestic parade of penguins. The Phillip Island Penguin Parade is a joy to behold, and is one of the major natural attractions to be seen on the Australian continent. As they march in groups to their homes in the dunes after a day in the water, you will see them day after day strut over the sands of Summerland Beach. The parade takes place every day just before sunset and it is just fantastic to see this wonderful colony of creatures. Phillip Island is approximately two hours from Melbourne.  Find out more about the Phillip Island Penguin Parade.

The Gold Coast
Gold Coast in Queensland (south of Brisbane) is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Australia. Enjoy miles of golden sandy beaches all along the eastern Queensland coast, on the Pacific Ocean shoreline. There are many attractions to be found here from the Q1 building to the exciting Theme Parks at Sea World and Wet "N" Wild Waterworld to name but a few.  Find out more about Tourism in the Gold Coast.

Great Barrier Reef
It’s true that one of the wonders of the land down under is the Great Barrier Reef. As the largest coral reef in the world, it is a destination that is favoured by many scuba divers, and those who like to explore the world underwater! The Great Barrier Reef is 2000 km in length and basically is a selection of exciting and marine life rich reefs running south from the Capricorn Tropic to Torres Strait. A great way to explore the beauty of the cruise is to take a few cruises along the reef formations and have the opportunity to dive in and explore the spectacular formations. If you are not too fond of diving underwater, you could also take a cruise in a glass bottomed boat or even a submarine! Learn more about the Great Barrier Reef.

The Great Ocean Road and the Twelve Apostles
One of the most scenic drives in the world is located 100km to the south west of Melbourne, along the Victoria coast. The Great Ocean Road was laid as a tribute to the slain Australian troops in World War I, and it stretches for over 270km. The most astounding attraction you will see along the route (and there are some wonderful sights) are the Twelve Apostles. There are a collection of huge limestone rock formations that stand along the beach between the touristy towns of Princetown and Campbell, and the waves crashing against them with a backdrop of blue skies is an enduring image waiting to be discovered. Find out more about the Great Ocean Road.

Ayers Rock (Uluru) One of the national icons of Australia, this is large sandstone rock formation that is located in the south of the Northern Territory in Central Australia, in an area 300 miles south west of Alice Springs. The region is totally sacred in Aboriginal mythology and it contains many springs, rock paintings, caves and waterholes. Ayers Rock and the Mount Olga (Kata Tjuta) represent a portion of the Uluru - Kata Tjuta National Park that is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Find out more about Ayers Rock.

New South Wales Region
There are many wonderful attractions waiting to be exlored in the New South Wales province. For example, Sydney itself is the largest city in Australia and boasts a wide range of attractions from the Harbour Bridge, the Opera House, Sydney Tower and the picturesque Darling Harbour. Manly Beach and Bondi are two of the top beaches in the region. There are many other attractions in the region waiting to be explored, from the wine producing region of the Hunter Valley, the Blue Mountains Region and the Snowy Mountains region. Find out more about Tourism in New South Wales.

Victoria Region
The capital of the Victoria Region is Melbourne, and the city has plenty to see and do, from the Eureka Tower, to wonderful art galleries, sports stadiums, and museums and casinos. Outside the city, you could visit the Goldfields Region and the Mornington Peninsula for some stunning scenery. For some wine tasting, check out the Yarra Yarra Valley, and travel along the Great Ocean Road. Find out more about Victoria’s Attractions.

Hope that you enjoyed our guide to the Top Attractions to see when touring Australia. Remember that there is so much more to see and do there, so discover more about Tourism in Australia.

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Have you been to Australia and visited some of the attractions we have listed above? Would you like to add more to our list? If you have any travel information relating to Australia please let us know. We welcome your comments. Thank You.