If diverse travel destinations are your thing, Australia should be right up your alley. From natural splendours to architectural wonders, the Land Down Under has something for everyone. It’s also the sixth largest country in the world, so you’d better have a travel plan before embarking on a vacation! 

Here are the top ten tourist attractions you should visit while you’re there:

1. Great Barrier Reef

Stretching for over 1,400 miles, this immense coral reef system is one of the seven natural wonders of the world. Its fragile ecosystems and vast marine life are preserved by the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. If you’re not a fan of diving and snorkelling, you can still enjoy the serene surroundings from one of the underwater viewing stations.

2. Blue Mountains National Park

This impressive UNESCO World Heritage Site covers an area of more than 1,000 square miles. The park is renowned for the Three Sisters, a stunning rock formation towering above the nearby valley. Fans of rock climbing and mountain biking should feel right at home here.

3. Broome

One of the most popular tourist towns in Australia, Broome used to be the world’s biggest pearling capital. The city is home to the Staircase to the Moon, a natural phenomenon where a rising moon and a receding tide combine to create a breathtaking optical illusion. If you happen to visit Broome, make sure to also check out its impressive Historical Museum.

4. Sydney Opera House

This famous multi-venue performing arts center is doubtlessly the crown jewel of Sydney and one of the most distinctive buildings in the world. Located on the shores of Sydney Harbour, this imposing building is hosting over 1,500 various performances on a yearly basis. If you’d like to admire it from a distance, the Royal Botanic Gardens on the south side of the structure offer a fantastic spot.

Daintree is home to one of the most ancient ecosystems in the entire world. It’s renowned for its incredible biodiversity, containing over 18,000 plant species and prolific animal and bird life. As of 1988, this national park can boast of being a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

6. Great Ocean Road

If you’re a fan of driving around, the Great Ocean Road should suit your sensibilities. Built between 1919 and 1932, its main purpose was to provide employment during the tough Depression era. It’s also the largest war memorial in the world, having been dedicated to soldiers killed during WWI.

7. Melbourne

As the most populous city in Australia, Melbourne provides its visitors with a lot of varied entertainment. Its most popular highlights include the Melbourne Cricket Ground, the Royal Exhibition Building and the National Gallery of Victoria. This sophisticated city has a vaguely European feel, which only adds to its popularity.

8. Kakadu National Park

Covering an area of roughly 7,646 square miles, Kakadu is the largest national park in Australia. It is home to more than 280 species of birds and about 75 mammal species. The park surrounds the world-famous Ranger Uranium Mine, one of the richest uranium mines in the world.

9. Bondi Beach

Located only 4 miles from Sydney, this beach is an excellent spot for surfing and swimming. If you prefer long walks, Bondi to Bronte is one of the most iconic walking trails in Australia. This coastal strip is also packed with numerous restaurants, shops and cafes.

10. Sydney Harbour Bridge

When it comes to man-made structures, this 134 meters tall bridge certainly ranks among the most impressive. It’s the largest steel through arch bridge in the world, connecting The Sydney central business district to the North Shore. Needless to say, the view from the top is breathtaking.