East Coast Australia Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit East Coast Australia
Where to stay in East Coast Australia
Sydney Central Business District
Known for its captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Sydney Central Business District. Check out top attractions like Circular Quay and Sydney Opera House, and jump on the metro at Martin Place Station or St. James Station to see more of the city.
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.
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 Waterfront Brisbane.
Darling Harbour
Known for its captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Darling Harbour. Check out top attractions like Star Casino and Australian National Maritime Museum, and jump on the metro at Pyrmont Bay Light Rail Station or The Star Station to see more of the city.
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.
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 Laguna Lookout.
Shangri-La Sydney
Location was perfect. Staff were very amenable. Views from bar/restaurant were outstanding, especially at night. Had a wonderful stay, so close to everything.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Amora Hotel Brisbane
Great value, very clean and modern with a good choice for buffet breakfast provisions
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Novotel Surfers Paradise
Lovely views and convenient location
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites
The hotel is a bit down at heel but good value. Clean and spacious and a great location.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Meriton Suites Kent Street, Sydney
Staff were amazing and very informative
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise
We had a two bedroom ocean suite with an uninterrupted view of the ocean. Unfortunately the windows were quite dirty so couldn't see really clearly. The window washing was about to start though so a timing thing. The rooms and beds were comfortable enough. The lounge wasn't very comfortable ...
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Popular places to visit
Sydney Opera House
Take in a performance or just take in the splendour of one of the world’s most famous buildings.
Circular Quay
Under the gaze of the magnificent Opera House and Harbour Bridge, Sydney’s transport hub is a terminal of unexpected beauty.
Sydney Harbour Bridge
An iconic structure on a beautiful harbour with breath-taking views at any time of day or night. Climb it, walk it, photograph it or just stand back and admire it.
Cairns Esplanade
Stroll along the boardwalk surrounded by palms tree and landscaped gardens and watch the sun set over the Coral Sea.
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.
Dreamworld
Australia’s biggest amusement park features exciting themed areas with everything from tigers and thrilling rides to vintage V8 super-cars and TV characters.
