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Best time to go
September to November and March to May are mild nationwide. The tropical north is best in the dry winter (May to October); the southern cities are warmest December to February. Seasons are reversed from the northern hemisphere.
Top places
Things to do
Reef and islands
- Snorkel or dive the Great Barrier Reef
- Sail the Whitsunday Islands
- Beaches and rainforest around Cairns
Outback and nature
- Sunrise at Uluru in the red centre
- Wildlife on Kangaroo Island
- Kakadu's wetlands and rock art
Cities and coast
- Harbour, Opera House and beaches in Sydney
- Laneway coffee and art in Melbourne
- Drive the Great Ocean Road
Food and wine
- Brunch culture and flat whites everywhere
- Barossa and Yarra Valley wine regions
- Fresh seafood and beachside barbecues
Costs
| What it costs | Typical |
|---|---|
| Hostel dorm, per night | $25 to $45 |
| Budget hotel or guesthouse, per night | $75 to $140 |
| Mid-range hotel, per night | $160 to $300 |
| Meals, per day | $30 to $65 |
With a partner, rooms, taxis and boats are the easy things to share. Our guide to splitting travel costs with a travel partner has a simple way to keep track. Estimates in US dollars, for planning only.
Getting around
Flights are essential for the big distances; a campervan or car is ideal for coastal road trips. Cities have solid transit and ride-hailing.
How many people visit
International arrivals to Australia over the most recent years with data, roughly number 1 of 5 in its region by reported arrivals.
Source: UN Tourism (UNWTO) and the World Bank, updated 15 Jan 2026. * Latest estimate.
Key facts
- Largest city
- Sydney
- Languages
- English
- Population
- 27.6 million (2025)
- Area
- 7,692,024 km² (2,969,906 mi²)
- Calling code
- +61
- Region
- Australia and New Zealand
Travelling solo in Australia
Arriving alone is fine: plenty of people start a Australia trip on their own, and a travel partner can be someone you share one day with or the whole route.
- Swim between the flags and respect strong surf and sun.
- At night, use a licensed taxi or a ride-hailing app rather than an unmarked car.
- Carry a copy of your ID and leave the original in your accommodation safe.
Meeting someone new? Talk here first, meet somewhere public, and read our travel safety guide.
Visa check
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Travelling to Australia with a travel buddy
How do I find a travel buddy for Australia?
Make a free profile and add your Australia trip with rough dates. You will see travelers going on your dates and open trips to Australia you can ask to join, or you can post your own trip and let partners find you. Asking to join a trip is always free.
When is the best time to visit Australia?
September to November and March to May are mild nationwide. The tropical north is best in the dry winter (May to October); the southern cities are warmest December to February.
How much does a day in Australia cost?
Typical costs, in US dollars: hostel dorm, per night: $25 to $45; budget hotel or guesthouse, per night: $75 to $140; mid-range hotel, per night: $160 to $300; meals, per day: $30 to $65. These are estimates for planning only. With a travel partner, rooms and taxis are easy to share.
Is Australia good for solo travelers?
Arriving alone is fine: plenty of people start a Australia trip on their own, and a travel partner can be someone you share one day with or the whole route.
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