Title: Visit Northern Australia: Best of Northern Australia Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.com [Hotels in Northern Australia](https://expedia.com/Northern-Australia-Hotels.d6208895.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Northern Australia](https://expedia.com/Northern-Australia-Vacation-Rentals.d6208895.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Northern Australia](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Northern-Australia.d6208895.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Northern Australia](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Northern-Australia.d6208895.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in Northern Australia](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Northern-Australia.d6208895.Car-Rental-Guide)[Northern Australia Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Northern-Australia.d6208895.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Northern Australia ## Travel Guide ![The ever popular lonely tree overlooking the Glasshouse Mountains. This tree is located on private property and you can get permission to access the paddock from the owner as per the sign on the gate. You can easily photograph the landscape from the roadside as well. #roadtrip #queensland #australia #mountains #weekendgetaway ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6127562/f66f45df-19fd-45c9-af3f-37ca7b7cedec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The ever popular lonely tree overlooking the Glasshouse Mountains. This tree is located on private property and you can get permission to access the paddock from the owner as per the sign on the gate. You can easily photograph the landscape from the roadside as well. #roadtrip #queensland #australia #mountains #weekendgetaway ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6127562/f66f45df-19fd-45c9-af3f-37ca7b7cedec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Sunrise reflections - pretty spectacular for a spot not far from the city and bustling river mouth. Just be prepared with insect repellent đź’› #queensland #australia #beachbound #reflections #hometown ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6351694/93906f99-b143-4bd7-9766-b9535494bdec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Now Broome and the Kimberley is an amazing spot to do a road trip! I would recommend flying in from Perth, starting in Broome with a few days and then heading into the Kimberley. A must do in Broome is the cable beach sunset camel ride, there are two operators that do a very similar walk. Try to time it around the low tide so you have beautiful reflections whilst walking on wet sand. #RoadTrip ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6130646/61876d02-e7d1-49d1-abeb-bdc5663e0d3b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![One of the best ways to experience a place is from the skies. If you feel like splurging, a helicopter flight over Cairns and the Great Barrier Reef is a must-do when visiting Tropical North Queensland in Australia. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635404168639/11c11526-e35d-4a6c-870c-459efb6ce75b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Northern Australia Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Northern Australia ![Surfers Paradise which includes a city, a beach and a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9849/ff0369e1-1ca5-4110-9524-8407520977e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Surfers Paradise Known for its stunning beaches, luxurious spas, and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Surfers Paradise. Top attractions like Home of the Arts and Budds Beach are major draws. Catch the metro at Cypress Avenue Station or Florida Gardens station to see more of the city. [](https://expedia.com/Gold-Coast-Surfers-Paradise.dx9849) ![Broadbeach featuring a high rise building, skyline and a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/177549/0d0489e9-597c-4d99-a9fe-b0d5d2d7f321.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Gold-Coast-Broadbeach.dx177549) ![Brisbane Central Business District which includes a river or creek, a sunset and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6053112/6444e17a-08a3-4035-8b13-10a92fdbb57d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Brisbane Central Business District 4.5/5(304 area reviews) Densely concentrated skyscrapers and parks define this central business hub, with attractions like City Hall, Story Bridge, and City Botanic Gardens. Enjoy seamless connectivity via road bridges, public transport, and the scenic Brisbane Riverwalk. [](https://expedia.com/Brisbane-Brisbane-Central-Business-District.dx6053112) ![Noosa Heads showing a sandy beach and tropical scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/181632/7bbd2106-c031-4ce0-b6f5-d47c7fa825f7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Noosa Heads Travelers to Noosa Heads praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by Noosa National Park and Hastings Street. [](https://expedia.com/Sunshine-Coast-Noosa-Heads.dx181632) ![Mooloolaba which includes landscape views, a beach and views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6345622/58c7862b-c6e5-462f-95d0-cf99981bf8d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Mooloolaba Mooloolaba is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Salt Caves Mooloolaba and The Wharf Mooloolaba. [](https://expedia.com/Sunshine-Coast-Mooloolaba.dx181627) ![Kawana Beach which includes a sandy beach and landscape views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6086889/d96ea9a9-62b0-45b0-b92f-3492453562b7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Caloundra Caloundra is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Caloundra Events Center and Bulcock Beach, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Sunshine Coast. [](https://expedia.com/Sunshine-Coast-Caloundra.dx6695) [See our Where To Stay guide](https://expedia.com/Northern-Australia.dx6208895.Where-To-Stay?rfrr=TG.LP.Dest.Neighborhoods) - Northern Australia Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Northern Australia ![Novotel Surfers Paradise](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/200/109/fe5eec8c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Novotel Surfers Paradise Cnr Surfers Paradise Blvd and Hanlan St Surfers Paradise QLD $121 nightly $133 total Feb 15 - Feb 16 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 8/10 Very Good! (1,432 reviews) A central location for everything the Gold Coast has to offer — accessibility is a real winner. The room we were in was huge. It can be a bit noisy at times due to Cavill Avenue directly below, but that’s expected given the location. The staff were attentive and helpful, and all in all, we really ... Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F15%2F2026&endDate=2%2F16%2F2026&selected=109&PinnedHotelID=109&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6208895) ![voco Gold Coast by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/66000/65924/b1f09b33_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### voco Gold Coast by IHG 31 Hamilton Avenue Surfers Paradise QLD $118 nightly $130 total Feb 15 - Feb 16 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,011 reviews) The room, hotel and amenities met all of our family needs. We will definitely be back! Thank you Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F15%2F2026&endDate=2%2F16%2F2026&selected=65924&PinnedHotelID=65924&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6208895) ![Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8100/8065/71185deb_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas Port Douglas Road Port Douglas QLD Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay $245 nightly $269 total Mar 10 - Mar 11 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this beach hotel in Port Douglas. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 12 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews) Clean and spacious room. Great pools. Fantastic breakfast buffet. Friendly staff. Reviewed on Feb 4, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F10%2F2026&endDate=3%2F11%2F2026&selected=8065&PinnedHotelID=8065&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6208895) [See all 19,099 properties in Northern Australia](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=2%2F8%2F2026&endDate=2%2F9%2F2026®ionId=6208895) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14730000/14728500/14728472/0a100243_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast 2669 Gold Coast Highway Broadbeach QLD Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (4,501 reviews) Friendly courteous staff Perfect location Beautiful apartment Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Gold-Coast-Hotels-Meriton-Suites-Broadbeach.h14728472.Hotel-Information) ![Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64900000/64896800/64896705/6c016b38_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise 86 The Esplanade Surfers Paradise QLD Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,046 reviews) Friendly staff. Great amenities, replenished towels, coffee quickly. Front desk staff were very personable and attentive. 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[](https://expedia.com/Uluru-Petermann.d6054666.Vacation-Attraction) ![Movie World which includes rides](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6086995/3869365c-abfa-4288-88bf-0bfef4eed72f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Warner-Bros-Movie-World-Oxenford.d6086995.Vacation-Attraction) ![Australia Zoo which includes zoo animals and hiking or walking as well as children](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6086989/328cabf3-30e9-4194-9b9c-dd1ec226e3af.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Australia Zoo Cuddle a koala, feed kangaroos or watch a crocodile show at this famous wildlife park, the former playground of the late crocodile hunter Steve Irwin. [](https://expedia.com/Australia-Zoo-Beerwah.d6086989.Vacation-Attraction) ![Stars at Surfer Paradise Gold Coast Australia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6160742/1112f1b0-cf52-4bab-8238-47df7a7c278b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Star Gold Coast Why not try your luck with a visit to The Star Gold Coast during your visit to Gold Coast? Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the spas in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.com/The-Star-Gold-Coast-Broadbeach.d6160742.Vacation-Attraction) ![Cairns Esplanade which includes a pool, swimming and a luxury hotel or resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6127785/4d6928c8-cfa7-41e9-ba62-fe6f27b138d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cairns Esplanade Stroll along the boardwalk surrounded by palms tree and landscaped gardens and watch the sun set over the Coral Sea. [](https://expedia.com/Cairns-Esplanade-Cairns-North.d6127785.Vacation-Attraction) ![Hastings Street showing street scenes as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6217115/ef628a20-5bca-4bac-9691-b64b1dc0a5cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hastings Street Located in the heart of Noosa Heads, this beachside street is a chic enclave of cosmopolitan cafĂ©s, resort-style accommodation and designer shopping. [](https://expedia.com/Hastings-Street-Noosa-Heads.d6217115.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/470652/ee3580b5-55d9-443a-bbbe-1a2ee9634cf4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour $33 per adult **92%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/darwin-hop-on-hop-off-bus-tour.a470652.activity-details) ![Darwin: Crocosaurus Cove and RFDS Entry](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4598510/b6be82a2-94f1-4732-b0e5-70b7db05995d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Darwin: Crocosaurus Cove and RFDS Entry $45 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/darwin-crocosaurus-cove-and-rfds-entry.a4598510.activity-details) ![Picture 1 for Activity Crocosaurus Cove General Admission Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4524495/248ad198-f5de-427c-824f-ef742e24cadb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Crocosaurus Cove General Admission Ticket $27 per adult **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/crocosaurus-cove-general-admission-ticket.a4524495.activity-details) ![Kakadu National Park Explorer Tour from Darwin](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/180453/46848711-05a6-404c-a1e8-4cbd3ec478f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kakadu National Park Explorer Tour from Darwin $273 per adult **86%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/kakadu-national-park-explorer-tour-from-darwin.a180453.activity-details) ![75-minute Die Another Day Jet Skiing in Darwin](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4043778/d13700a0-fdfb-4e1b-ab18-027ec815b1bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 75-minute Die Another Day Jet Skiing in Darwin $133 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/75-minute-die-another-day-jet-skiing-in-darwin.a4043778.activity-details) ![Darwin: Crocosaurus Cove Entry & Hop-on-Hop-Off Bus Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44518623/e59c8ca5-600f-400d-8bc6-6aa72f3fd87d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Darwin: Crocosaurus Cove Entry & Hop-on-Hop-Off Bus Tour $55 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/darwin-crocosaurus-cove-entry-hop-on-hop-off-bus-tour.a44518623.activity-details) [See all activities in Northern Australia](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Northern-Australia.d6208895.Travel-Guide-Activities) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save even more - get up to 20% on select hotels when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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