East Coast Australia Travel Guide
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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
Cavill Avenue and Home of the Arts 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.
Broadbeach
The stunning beaches, first-class casinos and popular shops are notable features of Broadbeach. Make a stop by The Star Gold Coast or The Oasis while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Broadbeach South Light Rail Station to get around town.
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.
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 Anzac Square.
Noosa Heads
A noteworthy feature of Noosa Heads is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Hastings Street and Noosa National Park.
Shangri-La Sydney
Staff doesn’t know how to make a hot chocolate. I had requested three times before I got it right. We have enjoyed better food at other 5 star hotels. Breakfast is not that great.
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
It was perfect!
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
The Fullerton Hotel Sydney
We have stayed here before and enjoyed it immensly. Nothing has changed, enjoyed it again. Great location and great ambience with the old Post Office look and the new.
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites
Stayed for three days was very nice and clean and central to everything.
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise
Check-in young lady (Kristy/Kirsty) was super lovely. Jinny is a darling, she’s a keeper!
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
Quest North Sydney
The staff were absolutely lovely! The rooms were gorgeous, homely and clean!
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
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Popular places to visit
Circular Quay
Flanked by the Opera House and Harbour Bridge, Sydney’s transportation hub is one of the prettiest terminals in the world.
Sydney Opera House
One of the world’s most famous buildings is surprisingly accessible; take in a show or just take a stroll to admire this astonishing building.
Sydney Harbour Bridge
Stroll from end-to-end or climb to the top; either way, Sydney’s “Coat Hanger” serves up memories to last a lifetime.
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.
Hastings Street
Located in the heart of Noosa Heads, this beachside street is a chic enclave of cosmopolitan cafés, resort-style accommodation and designer shopping.
Things to do
Wineglass Bay Cruise from Coles Bay
Wineglass Bay & Freycinet NP Full Day Tour from Hobart via Richmond Village
