Australia: what to see and travel guide
Australia is almost a continent: Sydney, Melbourne, the Great Barrier Reef, Uluru and the Queensland coast. Seasons are reversed compared with Europe; spring (September to November) and autumn (March to May) suit most of the country.
- Capital
- Canberra
- Continent
- Oceania
- Cities and towns in Turi
- 1,455
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sept
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Main cities in Australia
- CanberraCapital
- Sydney
- Melbourne
- Brisbane
- Perth
- Adelaide
- Gold Coast
- Newcastle
- Sunshine Coast
- Central Coast
World Heritage sites in Australia
Some of the places in Australia on UNESCO’s World Heritage List, from the best known down:
- Great Barrier Reef
- Sydney Opera House
- Kakadu National Park
- K'gari
- Purnululu National Park
- Uluṟu-Kata Tjuṯa National Park
- Tasmanian Wilderness
- Gondwana Rainforests of Australia
What to eat in Australia
- Meat pie
- Pavlova
- Tim Tam
How to plan your trip
Decide how many days you have and pick two or three areas per week at most. Check your passport, entry requirements and insurance before booking, and save the places you want to see so you do not miss any.
Frequently asked questions
What is the capital of Australia?
The capital of Australia is Canberra.
Which cities should you visit in Australia?
Some of the most important cities in Australia are Canberra, Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth. In Turi you can mark any of its 1,455 cities and towns.
When is the best time to visit Australia?
The best months are usually March, April, May, September, October, and November.
What local food should you try in Australia?
Some typical dishes of Australia are Meat pie, Pavlova, Tim Tam.
What is there to see in Australia?
Its best-known World Heritage sites include Great Barrier Reef, Sydney Opera House, Kakadu National Park, K'gari, Purnululu National Park.