Australia travel guide

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Australia

Discover Australia — from its landmark cities to its most memorable landscapes and experiences.

Top Experiences

Top experiences in Australia

Live experience inventory from our Viator partnership — real ratings, real reviews, real prices.

Kayak to Goat Island in Sydney Harbour with Local Live

Kayak to Goat Island in Sydney Harbour with Local

5.0(134)·3 hr

From

$90

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Flying Fox Experience, Thousands of Australia's Largest Bat Live

Flying Fox Experience, Thousands of Australia's Largest Bat

5.0(120)·2 hr 30 min

From

$56

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Blue Mountains Private Tour with Kangaroo and Koala Experience Live

Blue Mountains Private Tour with Kangaroo and Koala Experience

5.0(68)·8 hr

From

$296

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Top Cities

Where to go in Australia

The cities and regions travellers plan their Australia trips around.

City guides for Australia are coming soon.

Hotels

Stays in Australia

Live hotel inventory powered by our Booking.com partnership — every booking supports TourBookings.

Prices, availability and reviews are shown live on Booking.com · affiliate partner · anchor city: Sydney

Road Trips

Iconic drives in Australia

Self-drive routes that turn a trip into the story of a lifetime.

Road trip itineraries for Australia are coming soon.

Travel Guide

Practical tips for Australia

What every first-time visitor should know before they go.

Currency

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Language

See local languages

Power / Plug

Check plug type before travel

Visa

Check visa requirements for your passport before travel.

Top tips

  • Book flagship tours and hotels early in peak season.
  • Local SIM or eSIM keeps navigation and translation easy.
  • Travel insurance is strongly recommended.

Weather

Australia at a glance

Weather varies by region and season — check forecasts close to your travel dates.

Jan

5° / 15°

Northern winter / southern summer

Apr

10° / 20°

Shoulder season

Jul

18° / 28°

Peak northern summer

Oct

12° / 22°

Autumn / spring

Best Time to Visit

When to travel to Australia

Shoulder months usually offer the best mix of weather, availability and pricing in Australia.

Peak

Peak season varies by region

Shoulder

Shoulder months typically offer the best value

Off-season

Off-season is quieter with lower prices

Featured Tours

Hand-picked tours in Australia

A curated selection of tours travellers rate most highly right now.

Baby Animals, Boomerangs and BBQ Lunch Live

Baby Animals, Boomerangs and BBQ Lunch

5.0(61)·7 hr

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$234

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Royal National Park Private Tour Live

Royal National Park Private Tour

5.0(57)·9 hr

From

$388

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Historical True Crime Walking Tour of East Sydney Live

Historical True Crime Walking Tour of East Sydney

5.0(56)·2 hr

From

$32

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FAQs

Australia travel questions

Real answers to the questions our travellers ask most.

Is Australia safe for tourists?+

Australia is a popular destination — as always, take normal travel precautions and follow official advice.

What's the best way to get around Australia?+

A mix of domestic flights, rail and rental cars usually works best — the right combination depends on your itinerary.

Do I need travel insurance for Australia?+

Yes — comprehensive travel insurance is strongly recommended for any international trip.