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 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.
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 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 The Wharf Mooloolaba and Mooloolaba Esplanade.
South Bank
South Bank is a destination visitors seek out for its abundant dining options, interesting museums and stunning river views. You might want to check out attractions like Streets Beach or Queensland Conservatorium while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast
Perfect experience
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Novotel Surfers Paradise
Yew, it was clean
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
voco Gold Coast by IHG
Great room, ocean view from 14th floor. Freindly staffs, close to shops, restaurants, beach and markets
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Brisbane Skytower by CLLIX
Rooms were clean, everything was easy to find & use, staff were amazingly friendly & overall had a wonderful stay. Only issue I would have was I do wish the windows by the pool were cleaned more frequently as the views up there were beautiful.
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise
Staff and amenities were amazing. When we needed laundry detergent or towels they were given straight away,
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast
Rooms are clean and very spacious. The bed and pillows are amazing. Great location.
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
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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.
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.
Cairns Esplanade
Stroll along the boardwalk surrounded by palms tree and landscaped gardens and watch the sun set over the Coral Sea.
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.
Surfers Paradise Beach
This stretch of beach is known for its regular sets of rolling waves, with high-rise hotels and bustling nightlife along the sandy shore.
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.
Things to do
WWII Bombing of Darwin & Royal Flying Doctor Service
Litchfield Waterfalls Small Group Tour with optional Crocodile Cruise
Crocosaurus Cove General Admission Ticket
