East Coast Australia
Travel Guide
Visit East Coast Australia
Where to stay in East Coast Australia
Sydney Central Business District
Historical and commercial heart of Sydney, the CBD boasts towering skyscrapers, lively café culture, and nightlife in areas like Darling Harbour. Explore parks such as Hyde Park and cultural institutions, while enjoying easy access to public transport.
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.
Darling Harbour
Adjacent to Sydney's city centre, Darling Harbour boasts a pedestrian precinct with attractions like the Australian National Maritime Museum and Chinese Garden of Friendship. Enjoy dining at Cockle Bay Wharf, explore Tumbalong Park, and access various transport options, including the Inner West Light Rail and ferry services.
Brisbane Central Business District
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.
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.
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 Hastings Street and Yunaman Bushland Reserve.
Shangri-La Sydney
Staff gave us a special wonderful room with a few We really appreciate that and enjoyed our entire stsy.
Reviewed on Mar 6, 2026
Novotel Surfers Paradise
Yes the ocean was visible from my room
Reviewed on Mar 6, 2026
YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites
Good
Reviewed on Mar 7, 2026
YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites
Good
Reviewed on Mar 7, 2026
Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast
Excellent accommodation, bed a little hard but otherwise perfect. Staff very extremely friendly and helpful. Highly recommend staying here as it’s so close to everything, only short light rail ride to surfers. Love the cheap transport. Will definitely be coming back and staying here again
Reviewed on Mar 7, 2026
Meriton Suites Kent Street, Sydney
A week earlier we stayed at their location on Pitt Street. I prefer Pitt Street. The neighbourhood for the Kent Street apart-hotel wasn’t great. Sydney is very clean almost everywhere you go, but this neighbourhood was dirty. That isn’t the hotels fault but it taints your view of the place. Staff ...
Reviewed on Mar 6, 2026
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.
Manly Beach
Take one of Sydney's most popular ferry rides to discover calm coves and surf beaches, restaurants, bars, shopping and spectacular views.
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.
Things to do
Tasman Peninsula Wilderness Cruise from Port Arthur
Wineglass Bay Cruise from Coles Bay
From Port Arthur: Tasman Island Wilderness Cruise
