Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Northern Australia January 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Northern Australia Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Northern-Australia.dx6208895)[Hotels in Northern Australia](https://expedia.co.uk/Northern-Australia-Hotels.d6208895.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Northern Australia](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Northern-Australia.d6208895.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Northern Australia Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Northern-Australia.d6208895.Car-Hire-Guide)[Northern Australia Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Northern-Australia.d6208895.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Northern Australia ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Northern Australia Types of activities Where to stay [Northern Australia travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Northern-Australia.dx6208895) ![Photo provided by Tourism and Events Queensland](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/29000/29307-Great-Barrier-Reef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo provided by Tourism and Events Queensland](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/29000/29307-Great-Barrier-Reef.jpg) ![Photo provided by Tourism and Events Queensland](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/29000/29309-Great-Barrier-Reef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo provided by Tourism and Events Queensland](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/29000/29309-Great-Barrier-Reef.jpg) ![Photo provided by Tourism and Events Queensland](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/29000/29308-Great-Barrier-Reef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo provided by Tourism and Events Queensland](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/29000/29308-Great-Barrier-Reef.jpg) ![Photo provided by Tourism and Events Queensland](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/29000/29304-Great-Barrier-Reef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo provided by Tourism and Events Queensland](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/29000/29304-Great-Barrier-Reef.jpg) ![Photo provided by Tourism and Events Queensland](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/29000/29310-Great-Barrier-Reef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo provided by Tourism and Events Queensland](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/29000/29310-Great-Barrier-Reef.jpg) ## Northern Australia Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Northern Australia has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Northern Australia, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Northern Australia with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Places of interest in Northern Australia Northern Australia is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Northern Australia, and make it a breeze to explore Northern Australia and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Northern Australia to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit to Northern Australia, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Northern Australia. #### Northern Australia attractions Northern Australia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Northern Australia to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Northern Australia. Looking for things to do in Northern Australia can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Northern Australia or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Northern Australia attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails! --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and holiday rentals. [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) --- ## Recommended things to do in Northern Australia | Number of things to do | 55 | | ------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Fish Feeding Activity in Darwin](/things-to-do/fish-feeding-activity-in-darwin.a49585801.activity-details): £9 | | Top 5 things to do | [Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour](/things-to-do/darwin-hop-on-hop-off-bus-tour.a470652.activity-details)[Crocosaurus Cove General Admission Ticket](/things-to-do/crocosaurus-cove-general-admission-ticket.a4524495.activity-details)[Litchfield Waterfalls Small Group Tour with optional Crocodile Cruise](/things-to-do/litchfield-waterfalls-small-group-tour-with-optional-crocodile-cruise.a4106066.activity-details)[Darwin: Crocosaurus Cove and RFDS Entry](/things-to-do/darwin-crocosaurus-cove-and-rfds-entry.a4598510.activity-details)[Litchfield National Park from Darwin Top End Day Trip](/things-to-do/litchfield-national-park-from-darwin-top-end-day-trip.a4106062.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Fish Feeding Activity in Darwin](/things-to-do/fish-feeding-activity-in-darwin.a49585801.activity-details)[Darwin: Sunset Harbour Cruise with Fish and Chips Dinner](/things-to-do/darwin-sunset-harbour-cruise-with-fish-and-chips-dinner.a45672714.activity-details)[Darwin Harbour Bombing of Darwin Cruise](/things-to-do/darwin-harbour-bombing-of-darwin-cruise.a1296297.activity-details)[Darwin: Spectacular Jumping Crocodile Adelaide River Cruise](/things-to-do/darwin-spectacular-jumping-crocodile-adelaide-river-cruise.a48085210.activity-details)[75-minute Die Another Day Jet Skiing in Darwin](/things-to-do/75-minute-die-another-day-jet-skiing-in-darwin.a4043778.activity-details) | | With kids | [Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour](/things-to-do/darwin-hop-on-hop-off-bus-tour.a470652.activity-details)[Crocosaurus Cove General Admission Ticket](/things-to-do/crocosaurus-cove-general-admission-ticket.a4524495.activity-details)[Litchfield Waterfalls Small Group Tour with optional Crocodile Cruise](/things-to-do/litchfield-waterfalls-small-group-tour-with-optional-crocodile-cruise.a4106066.activity-details)[Darwin: Crocosaurus Cove and RFDS Entry](/things-to-do/darwin-crocosaurus-cove-and-rfds-entry.a4598510.activity-details)[Litchfield National Park from Darwin Top End Day Trip](/things-to-do/litchfield-national-park-from-darwin-top-end-day-trip.a4106062.activity-details) | ## What to do in Northern Australia --- ### Popular places to visit ![Uluru showing landscape views and desert views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/162000/162929-Uluru-Kata-Tjuta-National-Park.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Uluru With its vast scale and incredible colours, it is easy to see why this famous rock, known as the Red Heart of Australia, holds a sacred place in indigenous culture. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Uluru-Petermann.d6054666.Attraction) ![Movie World featuring rides](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/54000/54678-Movie-World.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Warner Bros. Movie World Watch stunt shows, get on superhero rides, enter the Ice Age 4D Experience and take a splash in the Wild West at Australia’s theme park version of Hollywood. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Warner-Bros-Movie-World-Oxenford.d6086995.Attraction) ![Cairns Esplanade showing a pool, a luxury hotel or resort and swimming](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/29000/29323-Cairns-Esplanade.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cairns Esplanade Stroll along the boardwalk surrounded by palms tree and landscaped gardens and watch the sun set over the Coral Sea. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Esplanade-Cairns-North.d6127785.Attraction) ![Hastings Street featuring street scenes as well as a large group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/87000/87372-Hastings-Street.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hastings Street Located in the heart of Noosa Heads, this beachside street is a chic enclave of cosmopolitan cafés, resort-style accommodation and designer shopping. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hastings-Street-Noosa-Heads.d6217115.Attraction) ![Surfers Paradise Beach which includes a sandy beach, skyline and cbd](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/29000/29818-Surfers-Paradise-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Surfers Paradise Beach This stretch of beach is known for its regular sets of rolling waves, with high-rise hotels and bustling nightlife along the sandy shore. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Surfers-Paradise-Beach-Surfers-Paradise.d6086991.Attraction) ![Australia Zoo which includes zoo animals and hiking or walking as well as children](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/87000/87408-Australia-Zoo.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Australia Zoo Cuddle a koala, feed kangaroos or watch a crocodile show at this famous wildlife park, the former playground of the late crocodile hunter Steve Irwin. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Australia-Zoo-Beerwah.d6086989.Attraction) ![Cavill Avenue featuring shopping, a city and night scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/149000/149065-Cavill-Avenue-Gold-Coast.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cavill Avenue Bustling nightlife, great shopping and a legendary surfing beach make this avenue the exciting centre of Surfer’s Paradise on the Gold Coast. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cavill-Avenue-Surfers-Paradise.d6125214.Attraction) ![Dreamworld showing rides](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/54000/54742-Dreamworld.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Dreamworld Australia’s biggest amusement park features exciting themed areas with everything from tigers and thrilling rides to vintage V8 super cars and TV characters. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Dreamworld-Coomera.d6086999.Attraction) ![Southbank Parklands showing general coastal views, a city and wild flowers](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/234000/234486-South-Bank-Parklands.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### South Bank Parklands After visiting South Bank Parklands, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Brisbane. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/South-Bank-Parklands-South-Brisbane.d553248621556026976.Attraction) ### Explore areas of Northern Australia ![Surfers Paradise showing a city, a sunset and a sandy beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/149000/149037-Surfers-Paradise.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Surfers Paradise Visit one of Australia’s most popular vacation spots and dive in the waves, spot humpback whales, go shopping or enjoy the fun family attractions and nightlife. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Gold-Coast-Surfers-Paradise.dx9849) ![Broadbeach which includes a sandy beach, a high-rise building and skyline](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/35000/35921-Broadbeach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Broadbeach Visit one of Queensland’s most popular holiday spots with sparkling beaches, scenic canals, high-rise hotels, nightclubs, festivals and modern malls. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Gold-Coast-Broadbeach.dx177549) ![Default Image](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/462000/462875-Brisbane-Central-Business-District.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Brisbane Central Business District 4.5/5(124 area reviews) Discover the beating heart of the capital of the Sunshine State with its shiny high-rises, subtropical parks, funky rooftop bars and classy riverside restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Brisbane-Brisbane-Central-Business-District.dx6053112) ![Noosa Heads featuring tropical scenes and a beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/29000/29694-Noosa-Heads.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Noosa Heads Some of the east coast's best beaches, beautiful hinterland and stylish restaurants make this upmarket, ocean-front town one of Australia's favourite destinations. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sunshine-Coast-Noosa-Heads.dx181632) ![Mooloolaba showing landscape views, views and a beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/62000/62919-Sunshine-Coast.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Mooloolaba Picturesque beaches, stylish shops, elegant dining and a serene beachside atmosphere make this an ideal Sunshine Coast destination. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sunshine-Coast-Mooloolaba.dx181627) ![South Bank](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/184000/184508-Brisbane.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### South Bank This iconic public waterfront parkland is a lush haven in the city, with tropical pools, restaurants, cafés, a Ferris wheel, markets and free BBQs with playgrounds. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Brisbane-South-Bank.dx6125848) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? 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