Northern Australia
Travel Guide
Visit Northern Australia
Where to stay in Northern Australia
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 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.
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 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 Noosa National Park and Hastings Street.
Mooloolaba
A noteworthy feature of Mooloolaba is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Salt Caves Mooloolaba and The Wharf Mooloolaba.
Caloundra
Caloundra is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Caloundra Events Center and Bulcock Beach, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Sunshine Coast.
Novotel Surfers Paradise
The room was spacious , clean and with a lovely view of the ocean. Reservation staff very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was excellent. My critisism; the restaurant being closed in the evening...the cafe area is too noisey and uninviting for a meal...okay for a snack.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast
clean moderrn room, its been a while since we have been there. reception was very slow checking out. maybe short staffed.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
voco Gold Coast by IHG
Staff was excellent
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast
Check in and check out staff are amazing and courteous.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise
We had nice stay the only downside was no dishwashing liquid and wifi didn't work on the bedroom tv and the qr code in the living room guide said error when you got to the page
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Adina Apartment Hotel Brisbane
Beautiful historic building in a great, central location. Rooms were clean and comfortable. The staff were all very friendly
Reviewed on 10 Feb 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.
The Star Gold Coast
Why not try your luck with a visit to The Star Gold Coast where you can enjoy the games and entertainment of this top casino in Gold Coast? Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
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.
Australia Zoo
Cuddle a koala, feed kangaroos or watch a crocodile show at this famous wildlife park, the former playground of the late crocodile hunter Steve Irwin.
Cairns Esplanade
Stroll along the boardwalk surrounded by palms tree and landscaped gardens and watch the sun set over the Coral Sea.
Dreamworld
Australia’s biggest amusement park features exciting themed areas with everything from tigers and thrilling rides to vintage V8 super cars and TV characters.
Things to do
WWII Bombing of Darwin & Royal Flying Doctor Service
Crocosaurus Cove General Admission Ticket
