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 have the Sydney Harbour but it does have other charms. Exploring the lanes between the large buildings, are like Aladdin’s Caves. They are totally different and intriguing. It’s much more bohemian and European here in Melbourne with a real cafe culture. Some argue the food is better than Sydney. It’s debatable but for sure, it’s cheaper.
Adelaide should probably be next on your list, although it should be top of your Australian Cities list if you are into your wine. From here you can easily explore 3 great wine regions all within an hour or so from the city. The most famous is probably the Barossa – perfect if you are into the big Reds like Shiraz. My tip here is not to stay in Adelaide itself but head to Glenelg which is just outside the city and right on the beach.
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 a road trip is what you are after than take the trip from Sydney up to Noosa on the East Coast Road via Brisbane. The gateway to some spectacular places such as the Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast, Brisbane itself offers every traveler something special.
Whichever of the Australian Cities you choose, you won’t be disappointed.
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