Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in East Coast Australia February 2026 | 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) ![The ever popular lonely tree overlooking the Glasshouse Mountains. This tree is located on private property and you can get permission to access the paddock from the owner as per the sign on the gate. You can easily photograph the landscape from the roadside as well. #roadtrip #queensland #australia #mountains #weekendgetaway ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6127562/f66f45df-19fd-45c9-af3f-37ca7b7cedec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The ever popular lonely tree overlooking the Glasshouse Mountains. This tree is located on private property and you can get permission to access the paddock from the owner as per the sign on the gate. You can easily photograph the landscape from the roadside as well. #roadtrip #queensland #australia #mountains #weekendgetaway ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6127562/f66f45df-19fd-45c9-af3f-37ca7b7cedec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![One of the best ways to experience a place is from the skies. If you feel like splurging, a helicopter flight over Cairns and the Great Barrier Reef is a must-do when visiting Tropical North Queensland in Australia. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635404168639/11c11526-e35d-4a6c-870c-459efb6ce75b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Snorkelling the fantastic lagoon around Lady Musgrave Island! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6282460/cf7fcda9-9b2d-4fa4-8019-ce8245d30bf3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Noosa National Park hosts a treasure trove of magical spots on the coastline. I hiked almost through to Hell's Gates to find this gem. :)](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/181632/b4c0a49b-5b9d-46c4-a115-ba977f640a44.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## 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 552 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cancellation available ~~CA $70~~CA $66 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/46310359/91f673a0-e655-437d-b174-57b277e46550.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Blue Mountains Experience - Timeless Nature on a grand scale 10h 45m 9.4/10 92 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $198 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+ 8.8/10 134 verified reviews Free cancellation available CA $81 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) ![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 10/10 576 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $270 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 Opera House Official Guided Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1304814/86e6490f-71e7-4ac8-a5b5-497c3b9fcb45.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sydney Opera House Official Guided Walking Tour 1h 9.8/10 1,806 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $46 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/sydney-opera-house-official-guided-walking-tour.a1304814.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 46 verified reviews Free cancellation available CA $199 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) ![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 9.4/10 1,397 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $199 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) ![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 verified reviews Free cancellation available CA $198 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) ![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 8.8/10 52 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $189 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) ### Water activities [See all 178 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 46 verified reviews Free cancellation available CA $199 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 Freedom Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/730507/9c7f5dd8-7dfa-4f9f-803c-990da2ec98d0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Ocean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise 9h 9.8/10 898 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $240 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/ocean-freedom-great-barrier-reef-luxury-snorkel-and-dive-cruise.a730507.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 verified reviews Free cancellation available CA $251 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) ![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 95 verified reviews Free cancellation available CA $114 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) ![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 verified reviews Free cancellation available CA $92 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) ![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 verified reviews Free cancellation available CA $281 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) ![All-inclusive Day Tour to Frankland Islands Great Barrier Reef](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1399026/b6cea031-406f-428d-bc3e-ecdacb618b78.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### All-inclusive Day Tour to Frankland Islands Great Barrier Reef 8h 9.4/10 50 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $237 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/frankland-islands-great-barrier-reef-cruise.a1399026.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 10/10 201 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $265 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) ![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 verified reviews Free cancellation available CA $166 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) ![Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef & Helicopter Package](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/428695/fc02908e-9704-419d-bacd-5c2dd6f4e614.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef & Helicopter Package 9h 7.8/10 24 verified reviews Free cancellation available CA $375 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-outer-great-barrier-reef-helicopter-package.a428695.activity-details?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&swp=off) ### Food, drink & nightlife [See all 154 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 verified reviews Free cancellation available CA $119 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 9.8/10 144 Viator reviews CA $356 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) ![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 9.6/10 41 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $199 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) ![Whitehaven Beach & Hill Inlet Chill & Grill](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/970380/7c38c652-5d70-4376-a264-d204f7381a25.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Whitehaven Beach & Hill Inlet Chill & Grill 8h 40m+ 8/10 1 verified review Free cancellation available CA $265 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/whitehaven-beach-hill-inlet-chill-grill.a970380.activity-details?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&swp=off) ![Brisbane: River Cruise with Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4535264/3824d768-bc44-4135-8cb5-d7645a01b9ca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Brisbane: River Cruise with Lunch 3h 30m 9.4/10 137 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $84 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/brisbane-river-cruise-with-lunch.a4535264.activity-details?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&swp=off) ![Sydney Harbour: Tall Ship Afternoon Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5203118/705beae4-7002-413f-9b76-c11200298b43.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sydney Harbour: Tall Ship Afternoon Cruise 1h 30m 9.4/10 172 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $65 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/sydney-harbour-tall-ship-afternoon-cruise.a5203118.activity-details?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&swp=off) ![Sydney Harbour: Tall Ship Lunch Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5085341/7b1eadaa-a28f-4908-903c-7a2881892713.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sydney Harbour: Tall Ship Lunch Cruise 2h 9.4/10 35 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $103 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/sydney-harbour-tall-ship-lunch-cruise.a5085341.activity-details?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&swp=off) ![Jazz Lunch Cruise on Sydney Harbour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1402654/4444e837-b3b6-4959-b55d-2a59cdc54556.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Jazz Lunch Cruise on Sydney Harbour 3h 8.8/10 43 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $95 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/jazz-lunch-cruise-on-sydney-harbour.a1402654.activity-details?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&swp=off) ![Sydney: Tall Ship Harbour Twilight Dinner 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activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours) ![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 9.8/10 44 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $270 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) ![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 9.2/10 15 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $94 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) ![PRIVATE Blue Mountains tour & Koalas, Kangaroos, Cruise plus more](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1400394/1c08836b-8913-4ff6-896e-b067c771007a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### PRIVATE Blue Mountains tour & Koalas, Kangaroos, Cruise plus more 10h 9.6/10 16 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $465 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-all-day-blue-mountains-tour-with-professional-guide-for-up-to-4-people.a1400394.activity-details?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&swp=off) ![Ultimate Sydney Food Experience ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/654820/e83f3465-bd98-4ffc-813a-b4efcdf3aeaa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Ultimate Sydney Food Experience 3h Free cancellation available CA $312 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/ultimate-sydney-food-experience.a654820.activity-details?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&swp=off) ![Sydney Cockatoo Island Escape: Convict Adventure Game](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46441289/0afe7455-ee66-4685-847c-746240a04e60.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sydney Cockatoo Island Escape: Convict Adventure Game 1h 50m 8/10 1 verified review Free cancellation available CA $13 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/sydney-escape-from-cockatoo-island-city-private-exploration-game.a46441289.activity-details?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&swp=off) ![Bondi & Sydney Sights Trike Tour 1.5hrs](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/923127/5b2e9dee-eae1-4de3-af71-69e17f3dbdf6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Bondi & Sydney Sights Trike Tour 1.5hrs 1h 30m 10/10 3 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $174 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/bondi-sydney-sights-trike-tour-1-5hrs.a923127.activity-details?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&swp=off) ![Forkabout Sydney foodie walking tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1243203/7f22548e-6741-484d-a7b7-123c3b9e5a94.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Forkabout Sydney foodie walking tour 4h 10/10 11 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $141 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/forkabout-sydney-foodie-walking-tour.a1243203.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 10/10 5 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $228 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) ### Adventure & outdoor [See all 72 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&filter.categories=AdventureOutdoor) ![Cape Tribulation & Daintree Wilderness Tour with River Cruise (TCT)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/233781/b31957da-42da-4d05-8bb7-a4c4328a1ed2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Cape Tribulation & Daintree Wilderness Tour with River Cruise (TCT) 12h 9.2/10 24 verified reviews Free cancellation available CA $242 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/cape-tribulation-daintree-wilderness-tour-with-river-cruise-tct.a233781.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 verified reviews Free cancellation available CA $92 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) ![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 verified reviews Free cancellation available CA $166 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) ![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 35 verified reviews Free cancellation available CA $226 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 Manly: Sydney Harbour Hands-On 2.5 Hour Yacht Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4734910/d27fbc3a-719d-4cb7-a4be-9a98ab9afcc8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Manly: Sydney Harbour Hands-On 2.5 Hour Yacht Cruise 2h 30m 9.2/10 9 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $160 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-manly-sydney-harbour-hands-on-2-5-hour-yacht-cruise.a4734910.activity-details?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&swp=off) ![Moreton Island Day Trip (Kayak, Snorkel & Sandboard) frm Brisbane or Gold C...](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1399045/a0232bae-62ac-4d0a-9964-d15ef2833d90.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Moreton Island Day Trip (Kayak, Snorkel & Sandboard) frm Brisbane or Gold C... 14h 9/10 243 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $246 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/moreton-island-day-trip-kayak-snorkel-sandboard-frm-brisbane-or-gold-coast.a1399045.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 9.8/10 73 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $175 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) ![Airlie Beach: Whitehaven Beach BBQ & Hill Inlet Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5218782/9221c72e-6cba-4805-9e15-d09d61d4c9e4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Airlie Beach: Whitehaven Beach BBQ & Hill Inlet Adventure 8h 9.6/10 29 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $213 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/airlie-beach-whitehaven-beach-bbq-hill-inlet-adventure.a5218782.activity-details?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&swp=off) ![Adventure Moreton Island Wrecks Adventure Package](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3478195/bc2d3e7c-9ec0-4594-b44e-5f6b7dc15b19.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Adventure Moreton Island Wrecks Adventure Package 1d 8.4/10 5 Viator reviews CA $170 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/adventure-moreton-island-wrecks-adventure-package.a3478195.activity-details?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&swp=off) ![Chillagoe Caves and Outback Day Trip from Cairns](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2138634/21abb0ab-5f2a-44e5-bb6c-f4210e7169f0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Chillagoe Caves and Outback Day Trip from Cairns 11h 30m 9.6/10 64 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $227 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/chillagoe-caves-and-outback-day-trip-from-cairns.a2138634.activity-details?&rid=6209112&location=East+Coast+Australia&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in East Coast Australia | Number of things to do | 28 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Port Arthur Ghost Tour](/things-to-do/port-arthur-ghost-tour.a694222.activity-details): CA $34 | | 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)[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://images.trvl-media.com/place/502951/972c7825-5b25-4814-a0ac-6497e997c233.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Circular Quay 4.5/5(424 reviews) 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 showing a bay or harbor, modern architecture and a monument](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502962/459302cf-7b27-4cb8-9e39-fbe072c060d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sydney Opera House 4.5/5(446 reviews) 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 showing night scenes, a bridge and a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/508804/7fecd070-d63b-4e64-8f81-83ae63ed464a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sydney Harbour Bridge 4.5/5(411 reviews) 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) ![Movie World showing rides](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6086995/3869365c-abfa-4288-88bf-0bfef4eed72f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Warner Bros. Movie World 5/5(4 reviews) 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) ![Manly Beach featuring a coastal town, boating and swimming](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6141018/3470a13c-d063-49b6-8ad9-4c5ca978230d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Manly Beach 4.5/5(191 reviews) 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) ![Australia Zoo featuring hiking or walking and zoo animals as well as children](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6086989/328cabf3-30e9-4194-9b9c-dd1ec226e3af.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Australia Zoo 5/5(11 reviews) 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.ca/Australia-Zoo-Beerwah.d6086989.Vacation-Attraction) ![Star Casino showing a sunset and signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6233275/b5db99a6-d3e7-4d66-9ca8-6a912f57ee4c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Star Casino 4/5(25 reviews) Why not roll the dice with a visit to Star Casino during your time in Sydney? Amble around this vibrant area's waterfront or experience its entertainment choices. [](https://expedia.ca/Star-Casino-Sydney.d6233275.Vacation-Attraction) ![Snapper Rocks, iconic surf spot and the most southerly beach of the Gold Coast, Australia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6160757/27035ca5-3cc1-47ba-b480-0ac30ce3214f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kirra Beach 4.5/5(19 reviews) Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at Kirra Beach, a popular beach in Gold Coast. Stroll along the seaside in this family-friendly area, or check out its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Kirra-Beach-Queensland.d6160757.Vacation-Attraction) ![Taronga Zoo showing zoo animals and bird life as well as an individual male](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502977/fcad8710-51d9-4d39-8c6b-1881869914b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Taronga Zoo 4.5/5(86 reviews) This world-renowned zoo is cherished for its Sydney Harbour views and its residents. [](https://expedia.ca/Taronga-Zoo-Mosman.d502977.Vacation-Attraction) ### Explore areas of East Coast Australia ![Sydney Town Hall featuring heritage architecture and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502950/3976c6f9-4173-4359-8a39-120bd8a7447d.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://images.trvl-media.com/place/9849/ff0369e1-1ca5-4110-9524-8407520977e5.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://images.trvl-media.com/place/177549/0d0489e9-597c-4d99-a9fe-b0d5d2d7f321.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) ![Darling Harbour showing city views, a bay or harbour and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6047418/a2d5eb62-42ce-4fd4-aa40-0b3492929009.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) ![Brisbane Central Business District which includes a river or creek, a sunset and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6053112/6444e17a-08a3-4035-8b13-10a92fdbb57d.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) ![Noosa Heads which includes a beach and tropical scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/181632/7bbd2106-c031-4ce0-b6f5-d47c7fa825f7.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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