What to do In East Coast Australia
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Places To Go In East Coast Australia
Welcome, traveler, to East Coast Australia. Your journey has landed you here, and new adventures are calling your name. Now that you’ve arrived, you can stay in the safety and comfort of your hotel and watch the world spin past…or you can embrace this new place you’ve come to. Learn its streets. Meet its people. Learn its history. Your hand is already on the doorknob, isn’t it?
Things to Do in East Coast Australia
You’ll not be wanting for things to do in East Coast Australia. Explore the downtown area in search of museums and boutiques…or that next delicious meal. What tickles your fancy? A delectable five-course supper at the restaurant you’ve been hearing about? Or perhaps you’d rather read the paper while sipping hot coffee at one of the cafes scattered throughout town. Take in a show at the theatre, or just walk along down the main thoroughfare, watching people wander past.
Why spend hours ruminating over what to do in East Coast Australia? Let the possibilities wash over you as you explore this new region. Move out on foot and get to know the area on a more personal level. Find that perfect souvenir at one of the smaller shops, or reinvent your entire artistic aesthetic at your new favorite gallery.
Is the wind whispering suggestions in your mind? Rent a car and take it out beyond city limits and into the wild blue yonder. Explore the smaller cities and towns past the border, and get to know the stories behind them. Visit a county fair and let childhood memories wash over you as cotton candy melts in your mouth. Sample hand-made jam at a stop on a forgotten highway, or let the hustle and bustle of modern life sweep you away as you lose yourself in the organized chaos of a modern metropolis. Your choices are endless—and so are the adventures to come.
When you book your journey with Travelocity, you’re never far from East Coast Australia attractions. After all, the money you save when you plan a trip with us is best spent along the way. Whether it’s the roar of the city you crave, or the quiet solitude that comes with a simpler getaway, everything you need to get started is right here.
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Sydney Opera House
Find out what shows are happening at Sydney Opera House, one of the favorite theaters in Sydney. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.

Sydney Harbour Bridge
You can learn about the local history of Sydney during your trip to a top site like Sydney Harbour Bridge. Experience the area's entertainment choices and fascinating museums.

Warner Bros. Movie World
Have a fun-filled day at Warner Bros. Movie World and see why people love this theme park in Gold Coast. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Cavill Avenue
You can browse for souvenirs with a trip to Cavill Avenue, a popular shopping spot in Gold Coast. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

Australia Zoo
Why not visit the native and exotic animals at Australia Zoo and see why this is a favorite attraction in Beerwah? Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the spas in this family-friendly area.

Taronga Zoo
Why not visit the animals who live at Taronga Zoo and see why this is a favorite sight in Sydney? Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this walkable area.
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