Australia is a travel destination in Australia and New Zealand. Its capital is Canberra. September and May are its two best months to visit, ranked on 1991–2020 climate averages.
Top places to visit in Australia
Sydney (city, New South Wales) — Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Bondi Beach — Australia's dazzling harbour city.
Great Barrier Reef (natural, Queensland) — World's largest coral system — UNESCO treasure, 2,300 km of marine life.
Uluru (landmark, Northern Territory) — Sacred red sandstone monolith in the Red Centre — spiritual heart of Australia.
Melbourne (city, Victoria) — Coffee culture, street art, AFL, and a buzzing live music scene.
Cairns & Daintree (natural, Queensland) — Gateway to the Reef and oldest tropical rainforest on Earth.
Whitsundays (beach, Queensland) — Secluded islands, Whitehaven Beach with silica-white sand and turquoise waters.
Perth (city, Western Australia) — Sunniest capital — Swan Valley wines, pristine beaches, and Margaret River.
Blue Mountains (natural, New South Wales) — Dramatic sandstone cliffs, eucalyptus-scented valleys, and the Three Sisters.
Kangaroo Island (natural, South Australia) — Wilderness sanctuary — seals, sea lions, echidnas, and unspoilt coastline.
Tasmania (natural, Tasmania) — Wild, pristine island state — cradle Mountain, secluded bays, and pinot noir.