Beach Holidays

Few experiences rival the surf–sand–sun combo, and with over 50,000 kilometres of coastline, Australia offers an endless choice of unforgettable beach holiday destinations.

Highlights
Guide

Melbourne

12 Melbourne beaches to visit (yes, they exist)

Melbourne beaches may not be as renowned as their counterparts in other Australian cities, but the strong sense of community and variety of conditions provide plenty of opportunities to swim, surf, SUP, and just relax when the sun makes an appearance.

Sydney

The 17 best secret swimming spots in Sydney

Your weekend search for nearby places to take a dip can end right here thanks to our guide to the very best swimming spots in Sydney.

Aerial shot of Samurai Beach, nude beach

Australia

The 9 top nude beaches to get your kit off at

These beautiful beaches are well worth a visit for the nude curious.

Wollongong

Revealed: Wollongong’s best beaches and swimming spots

Wollongong is awash with places to swim, making it one of NSW’s greatest seaside cities.

Lady Elliot Island

Lady Elliot Island: The island stay that lets you swim with manta rays

Get up close and personal with extraordinary marine life in a paradise like no other.

Rottnest Island

Hiking the serpentine trails of Wadjemup Bidi on Rottnest Island

They’re cute, they’re cuddly and they even smile for the camera, but quokkas are far from the only attraction on Rottnest Island.

a whale breaching out of the water in Hervey Bay

Australia

Spotted: The 8 best whale-watching locations in Australia

Whale migration in Australia is a magical time. Here is where to join in.

the white-sand shoreline and crystal clear waters of Stokes Bay

Australia

Revealed: Australia’s top 10 hidden gems

If you’re on the hunt for experiences that aren’t overrun with people, look no further.

an aerial view of the Roebuck Bay coastline in Broome

Australia

10 prettiest coastal wonders around Australia

From the country’s prettiest ocean pools, set like gems into sandstone rock shelves, to the copper tones of the Kimberley on the frayed edges of WA, our coastline inspires endless awe.