Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in East Coast Australia December 2025 | Expedia.ca [East Coast Australia Travel Guide](https://expedia.ca/East-Coast-Australia.dx6209112)[Hotels in East Coast Australia](https://expedia.ca/East-Coast-Australia-Hotels.d6209112.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to East Coast Australia](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-East-Coast-Australia.d6209112.Travel-Guide-Flights)[East Coast Australia Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-East-Coast-Australia.d6209112.Car-Rental-Guide)[East Coast Australia Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/East-Coast-Australia.d6209112.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in East Coast Australia ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit East Coast Australia Types of activities Where to stay [East Coast Australia travel guide](https://expedia.ca/East-Coast-Australia.dx6209112) ![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) ## East Coast Australia Attractions Let Expedia help you experience the best that East Coast Australia has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, 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 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. #### Activities and Tours East Coast Australia is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore 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 East Coast Australia to make sure that you enjoy your experience 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, 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. #### East Coast Australia Attractions Expedia 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 to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of East Coast Australia. Looking for things to do 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 or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to East Coast Australia attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. --- - ![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 Members save % or more when you book activities. --- ### Most fun & popular experiences in East Coast Australia ### Tours & day trips [See all 504 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Blue Mountains All-Inclusive Small Tour, Scenic World, Lunch, Koala, Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/286025/cef586c2-c455-4bfc-a2b0-ecc996952df6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Blue Mountains All-Inclusive Small Tour, Scenic World, Lunch, Koala, Cruise 10h+ 9.8/10 435 reviews Free cancellation available CA $252 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/1awarded-blue-mountains-tour-small-group-scenic-world-lunch-rivercruise.a286025.activity-details?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&swp=off) ![Big Bus Sydney Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour by Open-Top Bus](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/470655/1cf5f7fb-5c53-4eb7-a507-3afd0a863963.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Big Bus Sydney Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour by Open-Top Bus 1d+ 8.6/10 484 reviews Free cancellation available CA $67 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/sydney-hop-on-hop-off-big-bus-tour.a470655.activity-details?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&swp=off) ![Blue Mountains Experience - Timeless Nature on a grand scale](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46310359/1afb4593-471e-4dd3-8503-b2f70f088ab5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Blue Mountains Experience - Timeless Nature on a grand scale 10h 9/10 13 reviews Free cancellation available CA $229 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/blue-mountains-all-inclusive-day-tour-with-free-koala-photo.a46310359.activity-details?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&swp=off) ![Taronga Zoo Ticket with Hop-On Hop-Off Sydney Harbour Explorer Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/188986/4e814d56-d1d8-40f8-a06e-e9f969358e1a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Taronga Zoo Ticket with Hop-On Hop-Off Sydney Harbour Explorer Cruise 1d+ 8.8/10 133 reviews Free cancellation available CA $78 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/taronga-zoo-ticket-with-hop-on-hop-off-sydney-harbour-explorer-cruise.a188986.activity-details?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&swp=off) ![Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/809210/bcf9d7af-3723-4dfe-a966-f01769cd106f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise 6h 30m 9.4/10 42 reviews Free cancellation available CA $192 includes taxes & fees per traveller [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/quicksilver-great-barrier-reef-agincourt-reef-cruise.a809210.activity-details?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&swp=off) ![Canberra Day Trip from Sydney](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1401353/942cac2b-f845-4d02-9bb3-c3885c572e75.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Canberra Day Trip from Sydney 12h 30m 9.6/10 9 reviews Free cancellation available CA $182 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/canberra-day-trip-from-sydney.a1401353.activity-details?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&swp=off) ![Port Stephens Experience: Incredible Adventure, Wild by Nature](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46336912/0efb1739-a3a4-482d-8a64-7599ec5b131c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Port Stephens Experience: Incredible Adventure, Wild by Nature 12h 8/10 4 reviews Free cancellation available CA $201 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/sydney-to-port-stephens-one-day-tour-to-dolphin-wonderland.a46336912.activity-details?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&swp=off) ![Blue Mountains Day Trip from Sydney Including Scenic World](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1400258/a35dba09-09e4-410a-bdc0-062bd4cdfe94.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Blue Mountains Day Trip from Sydney Including Scenic World 10h 9/10 20 reviews Free cancellation available CA $192 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/blue-mountains-day-trip-from-sydney-including-scenic-world.a1400258.activity-details?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&swp=off) ![Blue Mountains: Three Sisters, Scenic World and Wildlife park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1400274/ad585826-00fb-4144-af12-ab4b86daabb2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Blue Mountains: Three Sisters, Scenic World and Wildlife park 9h 30m 10/10 40 reviews Free cancellation available CA $261 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/blue-mountains-three-sisters-scenic-world-and-wildlife-park.a1400274.activity-details?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&swp=off) ![Sydney Guided Sightseeing Bus Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2239096/60896abd-f006-44ef-a0a1-11f29fe15c5d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sydney Guided Sightseeing Bus Tour 3h 30m 9/10 10 reviews Free cancellation available CA $45 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/sydney-sightseeing-bus-tour.a2239096.activity-details?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&swp=off) ### Water activities [See all 162 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&filter.categories=Wateractivities) ![Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/809210/bcf9d7af-3723-4dfe-a966-f01769cd106f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise 6h 30m 9.4/10 42 reviews Free cancellation available CA $192 includes taxes & fees per traveller [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/quicksilver-great-barrier-reef-agincourt-reef-cruise.a809210.activity-details?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&swp=off) ![Ocean Free 25 guest Great Barrier Reef & visit Green Island Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/721350/a5691ba2-f5bf-4b37-a582-b92d142482a1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Ocean Free 25 guest Great Barrier Reef & visit Green Island Tour 9h 10/10 20 reviews Free cancellation available CA $255 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/ocean-free-green-island-and-great-barrier-reef-snorkel-cruise.a721350.activity-details?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&swp=off) ![Fitzroy Island Adventures - Full Day or Half Day](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/395998/4b3c7a72-1bcf-45f0-814a-aff95c30b04d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Fitzroy Island Adventures - Full Day or Half Day 3h 30m+ 8.8/10 43 reviews Free cancellation available CA $96 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/fitzroy-island-adventures-full-day-or-half-day.a395998.activity-details?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&swp=off) ![Whitehaven Beach Tour: 2 Options - All Day Beach Or Snorkel](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1005501/9669157b-6f66-40ee-b427-ceeeb1b81e1d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Whitehaven Beach Tour: 2 Options - All Day Beach Or Snorkel 8h 9.4/10 6 reviews Free cancellation available CA $210 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/whitsundays-whitehaven-beach-day-tour-2-beaches-2-lookouts-1-snorkel-location.a1005501.activity-details?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&swp=off) ![Silverswift Dive & Snorkel Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/807392/0285d145-1551-4804-90c9-16c038556970.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Silverswift Dive & Snorkel Cruise 8h 30m 10/10 4 reviews Free cancellation available CA $271 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/silverswift-dive-snorkel-cruise.a807392.activity-details?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&swp=off) ![Sydney Harbour Sightseeing Cruise from Circular Quay](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44505017/d15eadbb-409b-43fc-8f91-a5eb4d573892.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sydney Harbour Sightseeing Cruise from Circular Quay 10/10 6 reviews Free cancellation available CA $32 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/sydney-harbour-sightseeing-cruise-from-circular-quay.a44505017.activity-details?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&swp=off) ![Full-Day Moreton Island 4x4 Sightseeing Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/255682/7a0f3cd8-d927-4258-80e9-8d2b5853a041.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full-Day Moreton Island 4x4 Sightseeing Tour 11h 30m 4/10 5 reviews Free cancellation available CA $160 includes taxes & fees per traveller [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-moreton-island-4x4-sightseeing-tour.a255682.activity-details?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&swp=off) ![Big Cat Green Island - Half-Day Great Barrier Reef Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/292431/be358edc-14c0-41e4-9354-5090e73df5e4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Big Cat Green Island - Half-Day Great Barrier Reef Cruise 4h 8.6/10 94 reviews Free cancellation available CA $110 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/big-cat-green-island-half-day-great-barrier-reef-cruise.a292431.activity-details?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&swp=off) ![Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise & Snorkelling Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/426730/0ffdabbf-a06e-4503-8177-bf31dfb56b12.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise & Snorkelling Tour 9h 9.6/10 151 reviews Free cancellation available CA $243 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-outer-great-barrier-reef-cruise-snorkelling-tour.a426730.activity-details?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&swp=off) ![Dolphin & Tangalooma Wrecks Snorkel Cruise & Lunch - Brisbane](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4135438/5ce4f365-9787-47fe-b62b-0cd66c7b9e96.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Dolphin & Tangalooma Wrecks Snorkel Cruise & Lunch - Brisbane 8h Free cancellation available CA $246 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/all-inclusive-dolphin-and-tangalooma.a4135438.activity-details?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&swp=off) ### Food, drink & nightlife [See all 136 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&filter.categories=FoodDrinkNightlife) ![Sydney Harbour Sunset Dinner Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/188996/36c6e3ea-5f59-41ce-a295-a392359c693f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sydney Harbour Sunset Dinner Cruise 1h 45m 9/10 126 reviews Free cancellation available CA $114 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/sydney-harbour-sunset-dinner-cruise.a188996.activity-details?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&swp=off) ![Wildlife, Waterfalls and Wine Day Tour from Sydney](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1400408/ab5ed099-3023-4352-adeb-a9e3c0be8efc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Wildlife, Waterfalls and Wine Day Tour from Sydney 11h 10/10 7 reviews CA $362 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/wildlife-waterfalls-and-wine-day-tour-from-sydney.a1400408.activity-details?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&swp=off) ![Sydney Harbour Dinner Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2515040/825f0a69-e955-4d18-bd9a-dbbfe739325e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sydney Harbour Dinner Cruise 2h 30m 10/10 5 reviews Free cancellation available CA $142 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/all-inclusive-sydney-harbour-dinner-cruise.a2515040.activity-details?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&swp=off) ![Hunter Valley Wine Tasting Tour from Sydney](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1401269/eedc2d7c-13af-4a12-b85f-0f11c05661d0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Hunter Valley Wine Tasting Tour from Sydney 11h 10/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available CA $200 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/small-group-hunter-valley-wine-tasting-tour-from-sydney.a1401269.activity-details?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&swp=off) ![Daintree, Mossman Gorge & Cape Tribulation Premium Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46486803/ed3f1241-b914-4ff2-8eb1-af426df0fc41.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Daintree, Mossman Gorge & Cape Tribulation Premium Day Tour 12h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available CA $253 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/daintree-mossman-gorge-cape-tribulation-premium-day-tour.a46486803.activity-details?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&swp=off) ![Brisbane: Sightseeing River Cruise with Morning Tea](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4559738/53e0ef18-31e6-4069-abf3-5d5bde38b0fd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Brisbane: Sightseeing River Cruise with Morning Tea 1h 30m 9.4/10 8 reviews Free cancellation available CA $45 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/brisbane-sightseeing-river-cruise-with-morning-tea.a4559738.activity-details?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&swp=off) ![Sydney: Blue Mountains Glow Worms Wild Adventure by Night](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4562335/48232418-ad58-4625-b90f-6a9e07088e27.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sydney: Blue Mountains Glow Worms Wild Adventure by Night 5h 10/10 5 reviews Free cancellation available CA $169 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/sydney-blue-mountains-glow-worms-wild-adventure-by-night.a4562335.activity-details?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&swp=off) ![Luxury Hunter Valley Wildlife & Wine Tasting Tour from Sydney](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1400271/67c4cafa-d191-4191-b5ac-89437b47fde9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Luxury Hunter Valley Wildlife & Wine Tasting Tour from Sydney 10h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available CA $192 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/luxury-hunter-valley-wildlife-wine-tasting-tour-from-sydney.a1400271.activity-details?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&swp=off) ![Cairns: Daintree Rainforest Wildlife Experience Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4596181/cdba5e8e-810f-4fb1-ae8a-f9af98360e33.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Cairns: Daintree Rainforest Wildlife Experience Cruise 1h 6/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available CA $32 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/cairns-daintree-rainforest-wildlife-experience-cruise.a4596181.activity-details?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&swp=off) ![Award-Winning Hunter Valley Wine & Cheese Tour from Sydney](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/733105/8558db12-ccdf-4dec-a74c-689d2fb5c390.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Award-Winning Hunter Valley Wine & Cheese Tour from Sydney 11h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available CA $215 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/small-group-hunter-valley-wine-and-cheese-tasting-tour-from-sydney.a733105.activity-details?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&swp=off) ### History & culture [See all 121 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&filter.categories=HistoryCulture) ![Canberra Day Trip from Sydney](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1401353/942cac2b-f845-4d02-9bb3-c3885c572e75.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Canberra Day Trip from Sydney 12h 30m 9.6/10 9 reviews Free cancellation available CA $182 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/canberra-day-trip-from-sydney.a1401353.activity-details?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&swp=off) ![Half-Day Kuranda Skyrail & Rail Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/343308/e2f721bd-cd25-4e56-a05b-884d0b45322d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Half-Day Kuranda Skyrail & Rail Tour 6h 45m 8.6/10 7 reviews Free cancellation available CA $191 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/half-day-kuranda-skyrail-rail-tour.a343308.activity-details?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&swp=off) ![Kuranda Scenic Rail & Rainforestation Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/343300/7040579a-2675-4c13-ad73-6c46e8bf8f48.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Kuranda Scenic Rail & Rainforestation Tour 8h 30m 9.6/10 7 reviews Free cancellation available CA $264 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/kuranda-scenic-rail-rainforestation-tour.a343300.activity-details?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&swp=off) ![Sydney Harbour Sightseeing Cruise Morning or Afternoon Departure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1408404/b18a0c9d-490e-4997-b3bb-fbd3de484aa0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sydney Harbour Sightseeing Cruise Morning or Afternoon Departure 1h 30m 9.6/10 4 reviews Free cancellation available CA $50 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/sydney-harbour-sightseeing-cruise-morning-or-afternoon-departure.a1408404.activity-details?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&swp=off) ![Daintree Rainforest & Cape Tribulation Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/190067/7a5c314d-250e-45b2-ba6a-66c6668e8d5d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Daintree Rainforest & Cape Tribulation Day Tour 11h 20m 9.4/10 32 reviews Free cancellation available CA $218 includes taxes & fees per traveller [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/daintree-rainforest-cape-tribulation-day-tour.a190067.activity-details?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&swp=off) ![From Port Douglas: Kuranda via Scenic Rail or Skyrail Option](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5089588/a633c890-ae4e-4781-b9dc-bf4a25948cec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Port Douglas: Kuranda via Scenic Rail or Skyrail Option 8h+ Free cancellation available CA $151 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-port-douglas-kuranda-via-scenic-rail-or-skyrail-option.a5089588.activity-details?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&swp=off) ![Ultimate Sydney Walking Tour (Small-Group, Drink Included)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45726937/b2779e31-769e-4649-884e-bce90b1f2ebb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Ultimate Sydney Walking Tour (Small-Group, Drink Included) 3h 30m Free cancellation available CA $69 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/ultimate-sydney-walking-tour.a45726937.activity-details?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&swp=off) ![Springbrook andTamborine Rainforest Tour Incl Natural Bridge and Glow Worm ...](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1398991/406855a0-8b79-4a39-8b2f-c359c7324840.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Springbrook andTamborine Rainforest Tour Incl Natural Bridge and Glow Worm ... 9h 30m 10/10 9 reviews Free cancellation available CA $173 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/springbrook-andtamborine-rainforest-tour-incl-natural-bridge-and-glow-worm-cave.a1398991.activity-details?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&swp=off) ![#1 Blue Mountains Tour Scenic World Waterfalls Wildlife Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4566366/ea2814ec-ba35-47c5-a0ca-9ca82354d2c6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### #1 Blue Mountains Tour Scenic World Waterfalls Wildlife Park 9h 9.4/10 16 reviews Free cancellation available CA $261 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/blue-mountains-scenic-world-waterfalls-and-wildlife-park.a4566366.activity-details?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&swp=off) ![Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary Entry Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5081569/7c74ab35-f649-4909-9c6d-0d7ce6d17b3e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary Entry Ticket 9.4/10 9 reviews Free cancellation available CA $64 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/currumbin-wildlife-sanctuary-entry-ticket.a5081569.activity-details?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&swp=off) ### Private & custom tours [See all 86 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours) ![Hop on Hop Off Bus - Tamborine Mountain](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3535194/eb69cd6d-1f9d-4de8-b0ee-04b0505ea8ce.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Hop on Hop Off Bus - Tamborine Mountain 8h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available CA $91 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-full-day-wine-tour-from-the-gold-coast-to-tamborine-mountain.a3535194.activity-details?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&swp=off) ![Sydney: Luxury Blue Mountains Adventure as a Small Group Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1407650/4ff2ac71-a9fc-4eaa-8191-fac6dd9b530e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sydney: Luxury Blue Mountains Adventure as a Small Group Day Tour 8h 10/10 4 reviews Free cancellation available CA $261 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/sydney-luxury-blue-mountains-adventure-as-a-small-group-tour.a1407650.activity-details?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&swp=off) ![Sydney Half Day Private Tour: see Sydney Opera House and Bondi](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1240954/495ebe46-972a-4a8e-9890-9976909dc7a5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sydney Half Day Private Tour: see Sydney Opera House and Bondi 4h Free cancellation available CA $760 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/sydney-half-day-private-tour-see-the-sydney-opera-house-and-bondi-beach.a1240954.activity-details?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&swp=off) ![Maiala Rainforest Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5007556/bc3df701-55b8-4769-8a0e-57a2583255a1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Maiala Rainforest Tour 8h Free cancellation available CA $220 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/maiala-rainforest-tour.a5007556.activity-details?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&swp=off) ![Gold Coast Buffet Dinner Sightseeing Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/811455/e7e6c831-e03f-4c68-a9af-1b54e1a17728.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Gold Coast Buffet Dinner Sightseeing Cruise 2h 30m 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available CA $118 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/dinner-buffet-cruise-on-the-gold-coast.a811455.activity-details?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&swp=off) ![North Stradbroke Island Private Tour with Pickup](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4972040/47c6a0ed-d04e-4714-9cc2-ffea57c519c5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### North Stradbroke Island Private Tour with Pickup 12h Free cancellation available CA $252 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/north-stradbroke-island-private-tour-with-pickup.a4972040.activity-details?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&swp=off) ![Gold Coast: Parasail Flight by Boat](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44635858/62011c69-1102-489d-8410-220b27618085.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Gold Coast: Parasail Flight by Boat 1h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available CA $181 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/gold-coast-parasail-flight-by-boat.a44635858.activity-details?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&swp=off) ![Bellthorpe Rainforest Private Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5230667/ff0c8b2b-8c28-4217-8ea7-73f085a6a270.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Bellthorpe Rainforest Private Tour 10h Free cancellation available CA $256 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/bellthorpe-rainforest-private-tour.a5230667.activity-details?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in East Coast Australia | Number of things to do | 25 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Port Arthur Ghost Tour](/things-to-do/port-arthur-ghost-tour.a694222.activity-details): CA $32 | | Top 5 things to do | [Port Arthur full-day Guided Tour with Harbour Cruise](/things-to-do/port-arthur-full-day-guided-tour-with-harbour-cruise.a45742472.activity-details)[Full-Day Port Arthur Historic Site Tour and Admission Ticket](/things-to-do/full-day-port-arthur-historic-site-tour-and-admission-ticket.a4245027.activity-details)[Wineglass Bay Cruise from Coles Bay](/things-to-do/wineglass-bay-cruise-from-coles-bay.a2565201.activity-details)[Port Arthur Ghost Tour](/things-to-do/port-arthur-ghost-tour.a694222.activity-details)[Port Arthur Historic Site Ghost Tour](/things-to-do/port-arthur-historic-site-ghost-tour.a50390895.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Port Arthur Ghost Tour](/things-to-do/port-arthur-ghost-tour.a694222.activity-details)[Port Arthur Historic Site Ghost Tour](/things-to-do/port-arthur-historic-site-ghost-tour.a50390895.activity-details)[From Port Arthur: Tasman Island Wilderness Cruise](/things-to-do/tasman-island-3-hour-wilderness-cruise.a4865221.activity-details)[3-Hour Tasman Peninsula Wilderness Cruise from Port Arthur](/things-to-do/3-hour-tasman-peninsula-wilderness-cruise-from-port-arthur.a1398807.activity-details)[The Freycinet Paddle Kayak Tour](/things-to-do/the-freycinet-paddle-kayak-tour.a47232168.activity-details) | | With kids | [Port Arthur full-day Guided Tour with Harbour Cruise](/things-to-do/port-arthur-full-day-guided-tour-with-harbour-cruise.a45742472.activity-details)[Full-Day Port Arthur Historic Site Tour and Admission Ticket](/things-to-do/full-day-port-arthur-historic-site-tour-and-admission-ticket.a4245027.activity-details)[Wineglass Bay Cruise from Coles Bay](/things-to-do/wineglass-bay-cruise-from-coles-bay.a2565201.activity-details)[Port Arthur Ghost Tour](/things-to-do/port-arthur-ghost-tour.a694222.activity-details)[Port Arthur Historic Site Ghost Tour](/things-to-do/port-arthur-historic-site-ghost-tour.a50390895.activity-details) | ## What to do in East Coast Australia --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in East Coast Australia ![Circular Quay featuring general coastal views, a sunset and central business district](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/152000/152942-Circular-Quay.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Circular Quay Flanked by the Opera House and Harbour Bridge, Sydney’s transportation hub is one of the prettiest terminals in the world. [](https://expedia.ca/Circular-Quay-The-Rocks.d502951.Vacation-Attraction) ![Sydney Opera House](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/474000/474916-Sydney-Opera-House.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sydney Opera House One of the world’s most famous buildings is surprisingly accessible; take in a show or just take a stroll to admire this astonishing building. [](https://expedia.ca/Sydney-Opera-House-Sydney-Central-Business-District.d502962.Vacation-Attraction) ![Sydney Harbour Bridge](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/543000/543113-sydney-harbour-bridge.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sydney Harbour Bridge Stroll from end-to-end or climb to the top; either way, Sydney’s “Coat Hanger” serves up memories to last a lifetime. [](https://expedia.ca/Sydney-Harbour-Bridge-Sydney.d508804.Vacation-Attraction) ![Cairns Esplanade featuring 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.ca/Cairns-Esplanade-Cairns-North.d6127785.Vacation-Attraction) ![Movie World showing 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.ca/Warner-Bros-Movie-World-Oxenford.d6086995.Vacation-Attraction) ![Star Casino showing a sunset and signage](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/333000/333744-Star-Casino.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Star Casino Why not roll the dice by visiting Star Casino where you can enjoy the entertainment at this popular casino in Sydney? Amble around this vibrant area's waterfront or experience its acclaimed art scene. [](https://expedia.ca/Star-Casino-Sydney.d6233275.Vacation-Attraction) ![Manly Beach featuring a coastal town, boating and swimming](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/31000/31185-Manly-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Manly Beach Take one of Sydney's most popular ferry rides to discover calm coves and surf beaches, restaurants, bars, shopping and spectacular views. [](https://expedia.ca/Manly-Beach-Sydney.d6141018.Vacation-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.ca/Hastings-Street-Noosa-Heads.d6217115.Vacation-Attraction) ![Surfers Paradise Beach which includes a sandy beach, skyline and central business district](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.ca/Surfers-Paradise-Beach-Surfers-Paradise.d6086991.Vacation-Attraction) ### Explore areas of East Coast Australia ![Default Image](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/152000/152944-Sydney-Town-Hall.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Sydney Central Business District 4.5/5(381 area reviews) Historical and commercial heart of Sydney, the CBD boasts towering skyscrapers, lively café culture, and nightlife in areas like Darling Harbour. Explore parks such as Hyde Park and cultural institutions, while enjoying easy access to public transport. [](https://expedia.ca/Sydney-Sydney-Central-Business-District.dx6050650) ![Surfers Paradise which includes a sandy beach, a city and a sunset](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.ca/Gold-Coast-Surfers-Paradise.dx9849) ![Broadbeach featuring a high-rise building, a beach 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.ca/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(120 area reviews) Densely concentrated skyscrapers and parks define this central business hub, with attractions like City Hall, Story Bridge, and City Botanic Gardens. Enjoy seamless connectivity via road bridges, public transport, and the scenic Brisbane Riverwalk. [](https://expedia.ca/Brisbane-Brisbane-Central-Business-District.dx6053112) ![Darling Harbour showing city views, a bay or harbour and a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/31000/31111-Darling-Harbour.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Darling Harbour 4.5/5(60 area reviews) Adjacent to Sydney's city centre, Darling Harbour boasts a pedestrian precinct with attractions like the Australian National Maritime Museum and Chinese Garden of Friendship. Enjoy dining at Cockle Bay Wharf, explore Tumbalong Park, and access various transport options, including the Inner West Light Rail and ferry services. [](https://expedia.ca/Sydney-Darling-Harbour.dx6047418) ![Noosa Heads which includes a beach and tropical scenes](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.ca/Sunshine-Coast-Noosa-Heads.dx181632) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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