Whilst Sydney and Melbourne seem the obvious choice for many, there are other Australian cities that might be perfect to incorporate into your Australian holiday.
On the surface, all Australian cities have the same look and feel - some large sky scrapers and a grid road system similar to rival the that of the US. But spend a little more time in our cities and you'll soon find they really are very different.
You have to visit Sydney. It's my home town so I am slightly biased! The harbour area with the Opera House, Bridge and the Rocks are hard to beat. To get the best view though, get on the ferry to Manly and gaze back at the harbour. It's not all about the views though. You can visit interesting suburbs, sunbathe on its glorious beaches and shop in the boutique shops of Paddington.
Melbourne might not be as showy or picturesque as Sydney but it still has the lot. It has a much more Bohemian and European feel to it than Sydney, with its dark and seductive coffee shops and bars. The views from the river are spectacular and exploring its famous lanes are very memorable. Some argue that the food is better than Sydney. It's debatable but it's certainly cheaper.
If you are into wine, then put Adelaide at the top of your Australian Cities list. Here you can access 3 great wine regions very easily. They are all within an hour or so of the centre of Adelaide. If you like your red wine to be BIG, then the Barossa Valley is the place for you. Best bit of advice I can give you, is don't stay in the centre of Adelaide, stay in the seaside town of Glenelg instead which is just outside the city.
If you want to travel the road less traveled then head west to Perth in Western Australia. A great city with easy access to the Margaret River, another great wine region. It can get a little quiet in the city once the workers have headed home. So, why not stay in Fremantle instead. There is plenty to do and see and it's a great base from which to explore nearby Perth and its beautiful beaches. Cottesloe Beach is my favourite.
Wanting to understand the Aboriginal Culture? The best place is Darwin at the top of Australia. It's best to come here in the dry season between May and October. Outside of these months it can rain a lot and be very hot and humid. The area is fantastic for aboriginal art and culture, notably Kakadu National Park and the Tiwi Islands, both not too far from Darwin.
If you want to do a road trip as part of your Australian holiday then head East and travel from Sydney to Noosa and go via Brisbane. Here it's just a short trip to the Sunshine Coast and the Gold Coast but the city itself has some special sites that every traveler will enjoy.
Whichever Australian City you choose, I promise, you won't be disappointed. - 16887
On the surface, all Australian cities have the same look and feel - some large sky scrapers and a grid road system similar to rival the that of the US. But spend a little more time in our cities and you'll soon find they really are very different.
You have to visit Sydney. It's my home town so I am slightly biased! The harbour area with the Opera House, Bridge and the Rocks are hard to beat. To get the best view though, get on the ferry to Manly and gaze back at the harbour. It's not all about the views though. You can visit interesting suburbs, sunbathe on its glorious beaches and shop in the boutique shops of Paddington.
Melbourne might not be as showy or picturesque as Sydney but it still has the lot. It has a much more Bohemian and European feel to it than Sydney, with its dark and seductive coffee shops and bars. The views from the river are spectacular and exploring its famous lanes are very memorable. Some argue that the food is better than Sydney. It's debatable but it's certainly cheaper.
If you are into wine, then put Adelaide at the top of your Australian Cities list. Here you can access 3 great wine regions very easily. They are all within an hour or so of the centre of Adelaide. If you like your red wine to be BIG, then the Barossa Valley is the place for you. Best bit of advice I can give you, is don't stay in the centre of Adelaide, stay in the seaside town of Glenelg instead which is just outside the city.
If you want to travel the road less traveled then head west to Perth in Western Australia. A great city with easy access to the Margaret River, another great wine region. It can get a little quiet in the city once the workers have headed home. So, why not stay in Fremantle instead. There is plenty to do and see and it's a great base from which to explore nearby Perth and its beautiful beaches. Cottesloe Beach is my favourite.
Wanting to understand the Aboriginal Culture? The best place is Darwin at the top of Australia. It's best to come here in the dry season between May and October. Outside of these months it can rain a lot and be very hot and humid. The area is fantastic for aboriginal art and culture, notably Kakadu National Park and the Tiwi Islands, both not too far from Darwin.
If you want to do a road trip as part of your Australian holiday then head East and travel from Sydney to Noosa and go via Brisbane. Here it's just a short trip to the Sunshine Coast and the Gold Coast but the city itself has some special sites that every traveler will enjoy.
Whichever Australian City you choose, I promise, you won't be disappointed. - 16887
About the Author:
Jennifer Schellington has nearly half a decade experience in travel around Australia and is a new Mum. Her site, www.realaustraliatravel.comoffers practical information for planning your trip to Australia as well as what to do and where to go. Click here for more information on exploring Australian Cities
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