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Low angle view of the Indian Pacific train at Bathurst Railway Station in New South Wales.

Aug 17, 20267 min read

Sydney to Perth by Train: What to Expect on One of the World’s Longest Train Trips

A windy highway causeway hugs cliffs above the ocean

Aug 14, 20268 min read

4 Fabulous Road Trips from Sydney to Melbourne, Australia

The Arch is a distinctive rock formation located at the west end of Mile Beach at the north end of The Neck that separates the north and south half of Bruny Island, Tasmania, Australia.

Jun 2, 202611 min read

The 11 Best Places to Visit in Australia

A sandy beach with people playing in the surf.

Jun 1, 20267 min read

How to Get Your Cell Phone Connected in Australia: eSIMs, Wi-Fi and Mobile Networks

Amazing Whitehaven Beach in the Whitsunday Islands, Queensland, Australia

Apr 24, 202612 min read

12 of the Best Beaches in Australia

Swimming in the fairy pool in Albany, Western Australia. Elsalass/Shutterstock

Jan 24, 20269 min read

The 7 Best Places to Visit in Australia in Fall

Plan the right time for your visit to Australia with this seasonal guide to what's happening through the year. davidf / Getty Images

Jan 14, 20267 min read

How to Choose the Best Time for Your Trip to Australia

Blue-green water makes gentle waves around the side of a white sailboat in Australia's Whitsunday Islands.

Jan 9, 202610 min read

A Guide to the Great Barrier Reef, Australia's Best Place to Snorkel and Dive

Jan 9, 20268 min read

10 Incredible Indigenous Experiences in Australia

Lord Howe Island. Tomacrosse/Shutterstock

Nov 3, 20256 min read

The 6 Best Places to Visit in Oceania in October and November

The deep red, orange, and purple alpenglow of Mt. Sonder in the West Macdonnel Range of Australia gleams at sunset over a variegated valley floor

Oct 22, 202513 min read

A Guide to Outback Australia

The South Pacific Ocean Coast in New South Wales, Australia. Maximiliane Wagner/Shutterstock

Aug 29, 202511 min read

16 Things to Know Before Going to Australia

A guided tour at Injalak Hill in Arnhem Land, the Northern Territory. Sarah Reid

Aug 26, 202510 min read

9 of the Best Places to See Ancient Aboriginal Rock Art in Australia

From surf beaches to nude beaches and everything in between, here are the top things to do in Australia. Jessica Lockhart for Lonely Planet

Aug 20, 202512 min read

The 22 Best Things to Do in Australia

If you’re planning a great Antipodean adventure, Australia and New Zealand tempt in equal measure. iStock/Getty Images

Aug 19, 20257 min read

Australia vs New Zealand: Which Destination Is Right for You?

Left: Sydney Rocks on Bondi Beach. GagliardiImages/Shutterstock; Right: CBD scenes near Mid Air Restaurant and Bar, Melbourne. Sarah Pannell for Lonely Planet

Jul 7, 20258 min read

Melbourne vs Sydney: Which Australian City Should You Visit?

Photo illustration by Matthew Johnston/Lonely Planet; Images: Jessica Korteman, Getty, Shutterstock (2)

Jun 28, 202511 min read

Australia’s "Sorry Rocks" Lead to Reckoning and Reconnection

A busy Sydney Harbour leading up to the Opera House as both locals and tourists alike enjoy some drinks and socialising at Opera Bar.

Jun 26, 20259 min read

What to Eat and Drink in Australia

The historic town of Richmond, Tasmania is the perfect cozy fall getaway in Australia. Inesa Hill / Shutterstock

Mar 26, 20256 min read

6 of the Coziest Towns to Visit in Australia This Autumn

Aerial viwe of solo woman on rocky hillside overlooking greenery and the ocean beyond.

Mar 24, 202511 min read

7 of the Best Overnight Hikes in Australia

Each of these beach towns has a tale to tell. wzlv/Shutterstock

Mar 7, 202510 min read

Best Beach Towns in Australia

Stretch your budget further in Australia with these money-saving tips. myphotobank.com.au/Shutterstock

Feb 10, 20259 min read

9 Tips for Traveling in Australia on a Budget

Find the best activities for all ages with our guide to family-friendly Australia. Rafael Ben-Ari/Getty Images

Feb 8, 20258 min read

The Best Things to Do in Australia with Kids

A road trip is a highlight of a visit to Australia, but there are other great ways to travel too. Travelerpix/Shutterstock

Feb 8, 202510 min read

The Ultimate Guide to Getting Around in Australia

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Jan 7, 202517 min read

12 of the Best Hikes in Australia

Australia's appeal extends far beyond its iconic coastal towns like Byron Bay (pictured). Getty Images

Sep 18, 20243 min read

5 Things People Get Wrong About Australia

Plan your motor home travels around Australia with this guide to routes, seasons and vehicles. Benjamin Probert/Getty Images

Sep 11, 20248 min read

How to Plan a Camper Trip Around Australia

Experience Australia's Aboriginal culture as a tourist with this guide. Shutterstock

Sep 9, 20248 min read

Where Can I Experience Aboriginal Culture in Australia?

Kangaroos are a common sight on the beach at Lucky Bay in Western Australia. Getty Images

Sep 6, 202412 min read

The Cutest Animals in Australia and Where to Find Them

From short scenic drives to epic countrywide journeys – like National Hwy 1, which takes you over the Sea Cliff Bridge south of Sydney then around the entire country – these are 10 of the best road trips in Australia. Taras Vyshnya/Shutterstock

Aug 22, 20249 min read

10 Road Trips for Discovering All of Australia

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