Joanna James
With some of the trendiest restaurants and the hippest bars around coupled with a smattering of open green spaces and a plethora of other attractions, Australia's cities are indeed spectacular destinations in which travellers can spend their vacations. Here are some of the best five cities!
Chic and sophisticated, Sydney is undoubtedly one of the best cities to visit for a vacation. Its splendid strips of beaches and the verdant mountainscapes that can be seen right from the doorstep will make you fall in love with this vibrant city over and over again. The mindblowing culinary scene of Sydney which can be experienced at the many restaurants, bars, and even at properties belonging to popular chains such as Oaks Hotels, Resorts & Suites will guarantee that you'll never find yourself wandering without a place to eat and drink. The Sydney Opera House is one of the most famous landmarks here and the nearby Harbour Bridge is just ideal for snapping a couple of wonderful panoramic photographs.
If you're looking to have a fun time during your holidays, look no further beyond Gold Coast! Attracting millions of tourists from near and far, this region is a must-visit, just to witness its iconic coastline that seems to run for many a mile! The tropical rainforests, mangroves, opportunities to witness wildlife topped with some of the best hotel deals in Australia makes Gold Coast an alluring option for the holidaymakers each year. The many theme parks and the surfing opportunities make sure that everyone in the family can look forward to experiencing a fabulous time here.
Adelaide is particularly famous for its vineyards that drape the hilly regions of the city; the Barossa Valley, Clare Valley, and the Adelaide Hills are especially popular for their wine tours as well. Apart from that, the historic buildings that stand side by side with museums and art galleries offer wonderful opportunities for history buffs to satiate their thirst for knowledge and sightseeing of these eye-candy locations. Why not go wildlife spotting at the Kangaroo Island and Cleland Wildlife Park – ideal for spotting kangaroos, koalas, and wallabies, all native to Australia.
Brisbane carries so much history in itself as the proud home of indigenous people thousands of years ago. It is also hailed as one of the oldest cities in Australia, gradually built alongside the winding Brisbane River, beside which one can look forward to exploring scenic riverfront promenades, tropical islands, and immaculate beaches. If you easily fall in love with music, outdoors, and history, Brisbane will entrance you with its charm, while offering all of these and more. Brisbane is particularly noteworthy for its Queensland Art Gallery and Gallery of Modern Art that has the potential to keep ardent art lovers occupied for a couple of hours.
Melbourne is pretty popular for its admirable collection of street art, covering many walls of its backstreets in colourful graffiti paintings and other murals; Hosier Lane, Centre Place, and Croft Alley are few of the places that never fails to mesmerise visitors with their collection of artworks. Melbourne has plenty to see and do regardless of your likings; from visiting National Gallery of Victoria (which is incidentally the oldest of its kind in the country) and relaxing in its pristine coast to spotting wildlife and trying out delectable street food, Melbourne indeed has a wide range of options when it comes to entertaining oneself.
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