6 Coolest Destinations in Australia for Your Next Family Trip

If a family getaway is up next on your list and Australia is where you plan to spend it, know that you’re already a step closer to experiencing the best holiday ever!
Adventure. Check. Scenic views. Check. Culture. CHECK.

Literally filled with family-friendly things to do, here are a few must-visit destinations to have on your itinerary for an epic fam-jam: 

Canberra 

Canberra – Australia’s striking capital, offers a range of outdoor experiences and cultural getaways.Cycle along the city’s bike pathways and bond over the explorations of Lake Burley Griffin—an artificial lake where you can have fun riding a boat and sipping coffee by serene waters. For a dose of culture, head to the National Gallery of Australia—home to a collection of 1,55,000 pieces art!

Kakadu National Park 

Kakadu National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site brimming with raw beauty and indigenous history. About three hours from Darwin lies this BIG slice of experiences that makes a perfect setting for quality time with family. Take your family to Nourlangie to enjoy ancient Aboriginal rock art. Cruise on the Yellow Water Billabong to experience Kakadu’s diverse wildlife up close. Fan of scenic sunsets? Visit Ubirr—the vibrant colours painting the sky make for a beautiful spectacle.

Grampians   

Nestled amidst aesthetically storied vineyards and verdant bushlands, the Grampians is a sum of hiking trails, wildlife encounters and long drives. Kickstart your adventures at the Pinnacle Walk – a perfect site where you can go hiking, soak in sweeping views from the lookout and enjoy the marvels of sandstone cliffs. Love refreshing road trips? Drive to Boroka Lookout for fantastic lake views!
And if faraway landscape vistas appeal to you, you will have a good time at the Reed Lookout and the Balconies. There’s more? While exploring the Grampians, free up some time to visit the National Dinosaur Museum with your kids—the enormous models and fossil exhibits will surely tickle their curiosity! 

Rottnest Island   

Lounging on a beach with sunlight glimmering the white sands with soothing winds calming you—this is the tiniest snapshot of a vacay in Rottnest Island. This cooler-than-the-cool island is home to more than 60 pristine beaches and bays. Bike around or go snorkelling. Say yes to glass-bottom kayaking and watch the marine life with your eyes wide open. Up for a spike in adrenaline? Take that skydiving plunge. Oh! Do not forget to greet the friendly quokkas—the adorable dwellers of the island. And for an immersive experience, take a guided tour through the rich Aboriginal lands of Noongar. 

Kangaroo Island   

Kangaroo Island is the symphony of nature meets wildlife and a heaven for wildlife lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. Enjoy a family picnic at Emu Bay and – spend extra time there just to admire the mesmerising scenery at the Lavender Farm. Go quad biking across Little Sahara’s sand dunes. Here’s someplace just as epic: Flinders Chase National Park—swanked by dramatic rock formations and classic geological wonders, it is a MUST-visit if you’re an admirer of memorable views!

Gold Coast   

There’s never a dull moment in Gold Coast. From vibrant theme parks to stellar beaches, bustling markets to movie-like road trips, this beloved destination of Australia has it all. Spend a day chilling with your kids at Dreamworld, Sea World or Warner Bros. Movie World. Go hiking across the Hinterland region, witness thousands of glow worms at Tamborine National Park and meet kangaroos and koalas at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary.

 

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