Australia Cities

Experience the vibrancy of Australian city life

Australia's cities offer a wealth of opportunity, excitement and experiences.

In Sydney, visit the iconic Opera House as you wander through this beautiful vibrant city, or lounge on its famous Bondi beach.

Melbourne is abuzz with culture, sport and the arts, with theatres and museums all nestled in this UNESCO City of Literature. Or spend a spell in Adelaide, the City of Churches, strolling down one of its many boulevards or relaxing in a café.

Perth is a friendly city and a picturesque haven away from the crowds, nestled on the edge of the Swan River surrounded by gently undulating hills and vineyards, while bustling Brisbane is the gateway to the Gold Coast and its plethora of sumptuously sandy beaches.

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Adelaide holidays
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Perth holidays
•   Sydney holidays

Australia Cities Highlights
•   Visit the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary in Brisbane which first opened its doors in 1927 and have a hug with one of these fluffy marsupials.
•   Climb the Sydney Harbour Bridge by day or night for stunning views of the city and a tremendous sense of achievement.
•   In Perth, visit the unique Wave Rock and see one of nature’s most impressive sculptures - a huge breaking wave carved from granite.
•   Witness the natural phenomenon of the penguin parade as they return from the sea to Philip Island, near Melbourne at dusk.

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Australia 'Essentially' City Packages
We have specially crafted a selection of pre-bookable city packages which include transfers, selected sightseeing and a choice of accommodation to suit your needs. Simply include any number of these
'Essentially' city packages to create the ultimate Australia holidays.

Australia Tailor Made Holidays

Don’t forget that with Kuoni you can tailor make your holiday to fit your exact needs. Create your perfect Australia city break by choosing different combinations of nights, hotels and destinations.

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Find out more information on Australia Cities with our Information and Facts page.

Capital city

Canberra

Population

Australia has a population of 19.5 million.

Time difference / local time

Eastern Standard Time: GMT +10 Hours taking in Tasmania, Victoria, New South Wales and Queensland Central Standard Time: GMT + 9 Hours 30 Mins taking in Northern Territory and South Australia. Western Standard Time: GMT + 8 Hours taking in Western Austr

Language

English is the official language even though they do have their own vocabulary for certain words! The aborigines do have their own language but it is not widely spoken.

Currency

Australian Dollar ($). Approx. exchange rate AUD 1.61 = GBP 1 (27 January 2011) comprising of 100 cents = $1.

Safety

As in most countries, it is wise to take precautions against theft, especially in big cities. Keep valuables such as expensive jewellery in the hotel safety deposit box.

Passports and Visas

Visas are required by everyone except holders of Australian or New Zealand passports. Visas can now be booked electronically through Electronic Travel Authority (ETA’s) or by contacting the Australian High Commission. Clients will also require a 10 year passport which needs to be valid for six months after return to the UK. All other passport holders should contact the Australian High Commission as early as possible.

Shopping

Aborigine art is available in all major cities at every conceivable price. Shops selling duty-free goods are available so it’s worth looking at radios, photographic and electrical equipment, as well as clothes and perfumes. Your passport and ongoing ticket will prove that you’re eligible for duty-free although not always asked for. Souvenirs include the cuddly koala, boomerangs and the  Australian wide brimmed hat.

Climate / season

Rule of the thumb is that the seasons in Australia are opposite to those in Europe. Spring & Summer is October to March with most of the country being warm or hot, the north being more tropical and the south having milder nights. Autumn and winter is April to September where the north and central Australia is clear, with warm days and cool nights. The south experiences cool days with occasional rain.

Electricity

220/240 volt AC. Three round pin plugs are used therefore an adaptor is required

No compulsory vaccinations but recommended vaccination is Tetanus.

Clothing

For warmer weather light weight cotton garments are advisable and for cold weather a jumper or jacket is useful especially for cooler evenings.

Tipping

If you feel that you have received an excellent service and wish to show appreciation for this then a discretionary tip of 10% may be given.

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