As well as being Australia’s largest city and its financial centre, Sydney is also home to some of Australia’s most famous landmarks.  With the Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge, as well as a vibrant cultural life, Sydney is a must-see destination.

Melbourne is famous for being the style centre of Australia.  With fantastic shopping and great food and wine, Melbourne is also a major cultural centre, as well as the undisputed sports capital of Australia.

Situated along the Swan River on Australia’s West Coast, Perth residents like to boast that they have the best beaches in Australia.  Perth also boasts beautiful green areas, a great music scene and a growing economy, despite its location being one of the most isolated in the world.

As the capital of South Australia – known as the Festival State – Adelaide is home to countless festivals and events throughout the year.  But despite the cultural, musical and sporting activities going on all the time, Adelaide has a great laid-back atmosphere all year round.

Brisbane is famous for its amazing warm, mild weather all year round, making it the perfect place for anyone looking to escape rainy days.  It is also one of Australia’s fastest-growing, most vibrant cities with a growing cultural and music scene.

As Australia’s capital city, Canberra is the centre of government in Australia.  It is also home to some of the best art collections in Australia and the Southern Hemisphere, as well as some of Australia’s most innovative architecture.  And all this is within easy distance of both Melbourne and Sydney.

Hobart is Australia’s smallest capital city and sits at the southern end of the island of Tasmania.  If you’re interested in history, Hobart is rich in the history inherited from its past as a convict settlement, with many interesting historic sites and buildings.

Newcastle is a coastal city in New South Wales, in easy reach of some of Australia’s best beaches, whether you’re interested in surfing or just relaxing on the sand.  Newcastle has a great laidback, friendly atmosphere that makes it a great place to slow down and relax.

The Gold Coast is the second biggest city in Queensland, and its unique location offers tourists a bit of everything.  Within easy access of amazing Queensland beaches, rainforests and mountains, the Gold Coast is one of Australia’s most popular tourist destinations – and, of course, it enjoys the famous Queensland warm weather!

Ballarat is Victoria’s largest inland city.  It also has a rich history, beginning in the goldrush of the 1830s, which left its mark on Ballarat’s architecture and atmosphere.  Described by some as European in feel, Ballarat is full of history, while remaining one of Australia’s most dynamic and fast-growing cities.