Broome
This compact museum provides an insight into Broome's tragic pearling past, evoking the diver experience with genuine artefacts. You can also wander over…
Must-see attractions in Australia
West Coast Australia
Tinged with Gothic influences, this rather austere red-brick church opened to all souls in 1862. The old timber floorboards and pews are original – as is…
New South Wales
Forbes' main attraction is this fun motor museum that kids and big kids alike will enjoy, showcasing a meticulously preserved private collection of motor…
Central Queensland Livestock Exchange
Rockhampton
The largest livestock saleyards in the southern hemisphere, the CQLX, known traditionally as Gracemere Saleyards, comes alive on Friday mornings, when the…
Victoria
Featuring a mix of works by emerging and established contemporary artists, this pint-size gallery always has something of interest. It's directly across…
Tasmania
Next to Guide Falls is this slightly scruffy farm with pigs, sheep, an alpaca, a deer, goats, peacocks and an emu. Young children will love the baby…
Thursday Island & Horn Island
This heritage-listed cemetery includes the graves of more than 600 Japanese pearl divers and a memorial erected by the Japanese consulate in 1979. Look…
The Daintree
Just offshore from Cape Kimberley, Snapper Island is a national park accessible by boat or kayak (enquire at Crocodylus Village). There's a camping ground…
Gold Coast
The lovely but somewhat shabby Spanish Mission–style Pavilion (1934) is a remnant from pre-boom days. Inside there's a cafe, toilets and changing rooms,…
Gold Coast
This water park, next door to Dreamworld, features the Cave of Waves, Pipeline Plunge and numerous other water activities and slides. Bring coins for the…
The East Coast
The Bull family has been growing grapes beneath the east-coast sun since 1979 – this was the first vineyard on the coast. The vibe at the cellar door is…
Canberra
The white walls and black beams of the elegant embassy building and adjacent Ambassador's Residence are reminiscent of traditional Japanese design. The…
The East Coast
In the 1897 school building adjacent to the Tin Centre, there’s a display on the social history of Derby as opposed to its mining past, including some…
New South Wales
About 12km out of Tenterfield on Mount Lindesay Rd, a 300m signposted walk leads to where bushranger Captain Thunderbolt (aka Frederick Wordsworth Ward,…
Tasmania
On the western side of Lake Barrington, just north of the village of Wilmot, is this boutique distillery producing apple brandy, grappa, basilico, gin and…
The Southeast
Behind the Margate Train is Inverawe Native Gardens, a private, 9.5-hectare property with landscaped native gardens, trails, water views and 80 species of…
Great Ocean Road
Set up by the historical society is this collection of relics salvaged from shipwrecks, Aboriginal artefacts, historical photographs and pioneer displays…
Tathra & Around
One of several studios and galleries sprinkled along the road between Bermagui and Tathra, Ivy Hill Gallery exhibits local art (including work by…
Launceston
Built in 1936, this building is a fine example of interwar architecture. Four levels of art deco detailing surround sundry private offices. The future…
Launceston
This 1830 warehouse is one of the city's oldest buildings. Plans have been approved by Launceston city council to restore it and house an innovation hub…
Victoria
This enormous Moreton Bay fig tree was planted to commemorate the explorers Burke and Wills as they passed through Swan Hill on their ill-fated journey…
Newcastle
This magnificently landscaped ocean-side park offers sweeping views, lots of grass and plenty of shady spots for lounging around. The best views are from…
Canberra
The US Embassy, constructed 1942–48, is the oldest embassy in Yarralumla, with the lease signed in 1941. It's built in a colonial Georgian style most…
Tasmania
Two huge vaulted sheds are filled with (allegedly) the world’s largest collection of antique steam engines and relics. If your timing's good, you will see…
Discovery Science & Technology Centre
Victoria
The huge Discovery Science & Technology Centre is designed for kids, but all ages can enjoy its wide range of interesting and educational exhibits,…
West Coast Australia
Housed in Northam's National Trust–registered train station which operated from 1886 to 1966, this low-key museum showcases railway memorabilia, including…
West Coast Australia
In town, the river foreshore is lovely for a stroll or cycle – it has children's playgrounds (behind the town beach and by the jetty), picnic tables,…
New South Wales
Audio at this outdoor site explains the background and significance of Cowra's World Peace Bell. It's a replica of the bell that stands outside the United…
Cairns & Far North Queensland
Drop into this very pleasant home-based gallery and cafe 5km north of Ayton for a cup of coffee or tea and to view the works of wildlife artist Ross…
West Coast Australia
At the westernmost point of the city stands this 34m-high, candy-striped red-and-white lighthouse. You can't visit the interior, but it's a photogenic…
The Daintree
At the end of Buchanan Creek Rd, 5km east of the main road, Cow Bay Beach is a lovely stretch of white sand backed by rainforest and is usually deserted…
Melbourne
Redoubtable Anna Schwartz keeps some of the city’s most respected contemporary artists in her stable, as well as representing midcareer names from around…
New South Wales
Central NSW is rich in gold history dating back to the 1800s and Bathurst was a key destination. Bathurst Goldfields offers public tours during school…
Hobart
This long-running community arts co-op stages everything from indigenous arts exhibitions and concerts to workshops and special events. Buses departing…
Brisbane & Around
Market in the Mountains draws the locals with its combo of handcrafted jewellery, clothes and beauty products, fresh local produce, plants and coffee. You…
Victoria
Situated behind the visitor centre, the old marketplace (c 1859) is now the Maldon & District Museum, with historical photos, local artefacts and a…
Victoria
This popular swimming and picnic spot is about 3km northwest of the centre, with a sandy river beach on the Murray. There’s a good walking and cycling…
Southern WA
Canoeing and fishing is popular at this beautiful spot by the Waychinicup Inlet, where Gilbert's potoroos and scrub birds are often seen. Basic camping …
West Coast Australia
Low-key, beachy picnic spot near Nambung National Park, with tables, toilets and and BBQs. The turnoff is 4km north of the Pinnacles Dr/Indian Ocean Dr…
Manly
Split in two by Manly Wharf, this sheltered enclave has shark nets and calm water, making it a popular choice for families with toddlers. Despite the busy…
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