East Coast Australia Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Where to stay in East Coast Australia
Sydney Central Business District
Known for its captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Sydney Central Business District. Check out top attractions like Circular Quay and Sydney Opera House, and jump on the metro at Martin Place Station or St. James Station to see more of the city.
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 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.
Darling Harbour
Known for its captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Darling Harbour. Check out top attractions like Star Casino and Australian National Maritime Museum, and jump on the metro at Pyrmont Bay Light Rail Station or The Star Station to see more of the city.
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.
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.
Shangri-La Sydney
Room view over Sydney harbour over opera house
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
Staff was most accommodating! Had a challenge at check in handled flawlessly.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites
Lovely room nice staff and the right price
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites
Lovely room nice staff and the right price
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Meriton Suites Kent Street, Sydney
Staff was the main reason for our positive report. They are looking after our luggage for free while we take a quick trip to Canberra. They helped us get the train into town and actually walked us out to the street. We were able to check in at 9:30 when we got off the ship.
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Quest North Sydney
Quiet and safe area
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
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Popular places to visit
Circular Quay
Flanked by the Opera House and Harbour Bridge, Sydney’s transportation hub is one of the prettiest terminals in the world.
Sydney Opera House
One of the world’s most famous buildings is surprisingly accessible; take in a show or just take a stroll to admire this astonishing building.
Sydney Harbour Bridge
Stroll from end-to-end or climb to the top; either way, Sydney’s “Coat Hanger” serves up memories to last a lifetime.
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.
Manly Beach
Take one of Sydney's most popular ferry rides to discover calm coves and surf beaches, restaurants, bars, shopping and spectacular views.
Cairns Esplanade
Stroll along the boardwalk surrounded by palms tree and landscaped gardens and watch the sun set over the Coral Sea.
Things to do
Wineglass Bay Cruise from Coles Bay
Tasman Peninsula Wilderness Cruise from Port Arthur
