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106 things to do in Australia

Beach Season in Sydney
Sydney has no shortage of places to swim or simply relax with a good book

Diving in Gordon's Bay
Discover a fantastic underwater world in the most stunning diving spot in Sydney

Kayaking
Give your body the ultimate workout while kayaking in the most picturesque areas of Sydney

Surfing Around Sydney
Learn the art of riding a surfboard on high-quality waves!

Ferrython
You can't fully feel the spirit of Australia Day celebrations without the traditional Ferrython

Bondi Icebergs Pool
Enjoy a swim in Sydney's most famous pool and get covered by giant ocean waves

Jacaranda Trees in Bloom
Every spring Sydney shows off its beauty due to lavish jacaranda tree blooms

Great Ocean Road Running Festival
A unique running event which offers the best coastal views of Victoria

Skiing
Did you know that the State of Victoria boasts the largest number of ski resorts in Australia?

Kangaroo Watching
Charismatic kangaroos are the most popular wild animals in Victoria

Festival of Sails in Geelong
Victoria's oldest sporting event and the southern hemisphere's largest annual keel yacht regatta

Grape Harvest in Yarra Valley
Yarra Valley is a real paradise for wine lovers, this region produces excellent Chardonnay and Pinot Noir wines

Ballarat International Foto Biennale
This is the only photographic biennale in Australia that attracts a huge number of elite and new photographers from different countries

Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach
This surf competition is so fascinating that it cannot be missed even if you are not a fan of this sport

Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix
Phillip Island offers a superb circuit for one of the most exciting motorsport events in the world

Cricket in Melbourne
There were references to the first Australian cricket matches as early as in the 18th century

Australian Open
The famous Australian Open Tennis Championships is among the four Grand Slam tournaments

AFL Grand Final
Even if you are not familiar with the rules of Australian football, don't miss this greatest sports event in the country

Flying Duck Orchid
Tiny flower resembling a flying duck lures insects into its arms, captivates, and enslaves them

Rock Climbing
Victora offers endless climbing opportunities including beautiful cracks, ledges, and spectacular peaks

Whale Watching in Victoria
You will definitely meet humpback and blue whales during the migration period off Victoria coast

Midsumma Festival
This festival has been a leading global LGBTQI+ celebration since 1988

Surfing Off Victoria Coast
The wild coast of Victoria may offer the best surfing in the world, among the densely overgrown hills and cliffs

Koalas
While these small grey creatures sleep in eucalyptus branches, tourists have one calling–to see koalas and be touched!

Nike Melbourne Marathon Festival
Challenge yourself and join Australia’s largest marathon

Melbourne Music Week
Melbourne Music Week creates a leisurely summer mood

Phillip Island Penguin Parade
The world-famous Penguin Parade on the Phillip Island is one of the most visited tourist attractions in Australia

Mountain Pygmy Possum
A rare kind of possum once considered an extinct species is now found in a decent population of some 2600 individuals, yet only within 10 km radius of Australia's highlands

Dugong
Most extravagant residents of Austalia's offshore waters that can be spotted all along the Great Barrier Reef

Tasmanian Devil
Don't miss a chance to meet Tasmania's most dangerous and well-known animal—the Devil

Pilwarren Maslin Beach Nude Games
Nudist community of Australia organizes a large sports competition, which attracts hundreds of enthusiasts

Truffle Season
Hunt for the world's finest truffles in Tasmania's rainforests

Climbing Mount Kosciuszko
Australia's top summit might be called the smallest largest mountain in the world, four times less than Everest

Field of Light Uluru
In the middle of the desert, a new sparkling life is bursting with colors as soon as the sun goes down

Lavender Season
Breathe in sweet, fresh lavender at one of the world's largest lavender plantations!

Hutt Lagoon
These red and pink fields look unreal, but in fact, it's a farm producing algae

Bruny Island Neck
A beautiful nature reserve and isthmus connecting north and south parts of the Bruny Island

Lake Hillier
This is a marvelous pink lake surrounded by the lush green narrow coastline and washed by the deep blue ocean waters. Is this a sight from a dream? No, it's definitely real and should be put in your must-see list

Pacific Oysters
Often called the best oysters in South Pacific, the Pacific oysters are also available mostly in Tasmania

Watching World Smallest Penguins
It is a lifetime experience at the edge of the world

AVALON Australian International Airshow
The greatest achievements of modern military aviation—world's pride and menace at the same time

Quokka, the World's Happiest Animal
The world's smallest marsupial, the quokka, lives on the Rottnest Island and is considered to be the world's happiest animal

Horizontal Falls
Nature doesn't stop amazing us. If you have never heard of Horizontal Waterfalls before, it is the right time to find out

Simpson, the World's Largest Sand Dune Desert
Hundreds of kilometres of sand dunes, vast salt flats, and boundless open spaces astonish with unexpectedly rich wildlife

Diving and Snorkelling
Great Barrier Reef is more than famous for its diving experience. With the biggest reefs and most unique fish and animal, your dive here will be more than perfect!

Coral Polyps Spawn
Witness the birth of coral reef—a recently discovered phenomenon that sparks with bubbles and colour!

Budgie Tornado
A rare spectacle of thousands of budgies flocking in huge swarms

Mitchell Falls
This sight is the highlight of the Kimberly National Park. A true oasis in a deserted savannah

Sydney Hobart Yacht Race
One of the world's most anticipated races that has a long history and offers some spectacular sights!

Minke Whale
Your most precious experience watching dwarf minke whales on their way to the Pole

Whale Watching in NSW
Witness northern or southern migration of these majestic mammals from land or boat

Sydney Rock Oyster
Are you ready to taste these fancy little bivalves with a glass of Champagne?

Pumpkin Season
Pumpkin seeds were brought to Australia on the First Fleet back in 1788

Capsicum
This glossy and brightly colored fruit will be a good addition to your meal

Asparagus
In most refined dishes, asparagus should maintain its taste and structure: it should be slightly soft, but not too much

Pine Mushrooms (Saffron Milk Caps)
These grow in places where the soil is densely covered with old coniferous needles, and often hide under them

Australia Day
Despite some controversy, this holiday plays a consolidating role, celebrating everything about being an Aussie

Lake McKenzie (Boorangoora)
One of the most beautiful freshwater lakes in Australia

Chinese New Year in Australia
Huge celebrations in Sydney, Melbourne, and other cities last for several weeks and attract millions

Southern Lights or Aurora Australis
Southern parts of Australia are lucky to witness the glowing aurora australis

Injidup Natural Spa
Secluded beach heaven in the heart of the Margaret River wine region

Noosa Festival of Surfing
Men, women and dog surfers of all ages master the waves in Noosa

Electric Gardens Festival
Electronic-centric music festival in Sydney, Melbourne, and Perth

Byron Bay Bluesfest
One of the leading contemporary blues and roots music festivals in Australia

75 Mile Beach Road
Buckle up for an iconic adventure on the largest sand island in the world

Easter
Easter Bilbies, shows, and festivals—there's something extraordinary about Easter celebrations in Australia

Stuart Highway
A legendary historic route that runs through several climate zones of Australia

Whale Watching in Tasmania
The annual migration brings whales to Tasmania waters

Kitesurfing and Windsurfing
Find out why Australia is one of the best countries in the world for wind sports

Halloween in Sydney
Get into the holiday spirit with magical cruises, houses of horrors, and a zombie walk

Ampol Wynnum Halloween Parade
A favorite spooky family-friendly festival near Brisbane

Halloween in Melbourne
Cemetery tours, spooky attractions, a scary maze and other fun things to try

Gold Coast Marathon
Australia's premiere road race with beautiful and flat course

Sydney Marathon
The largest and most popular running event in New South Wales

Winter Magic Festival
Celebrate winter solstice in the beautiful Blue Mountains

St. Patrick's Day
Sydney, Brisbane, and Melbourne boast impressive celebrations of the Irish culture

Canberra Balloon Spectacular
One of Canberra's most photographed annual events

Canowindra Balloon Festival
Rejoice in this amazing balloon show, the Cabonne Community Glow, and the night markets with local crafts & food

Stargazing
If you want to go stargazing surrounded by beautiful nature, Australia is your destination

New Zealand Cruises
Get the ultimate "Lord of the Rings" experience while cruising along New Zealand

Australian Cruise
Immerse yourself in a completely different way of exploring this world

Perth Winter Lights Festival
Get the real Australian vibe at this lights festival

Vivid Sydney
An award-winning light festival and the best tourist event in Sydney

Devils Marbles (Karlu Karlu)
Bizarre boulders mark an ancient aboriginal meeting point in the Barkly Tablelands

Pacific Airshow Gold Coast
A popular Californian aerial event expands to Australia

Australian Jazz Convention
The longest-running annual jazz event in the world

Perth International Jazz Festival
Australians surely know a little something about jazz music, and this festival is living proof of it

Melbourne Food & Wine Festival
Explore the richness of Victorian cuisine and wine at the Garden City's biggest feast

Kuranda Scenic Railway
An astonishing railway journey through the World Heritage-listed wet tropics rainforest of Australia

Tamworth Country Music Festival
Join the largest country music festival in Australia for ten days of non-stop music partying

Queenscliff Music Festival
Feel the rhythm of the coast at Queenscliff Music Festival

Adelaide Film Festival
One of the top 50 film festivals in the world