This is Australia's most popular 'must-see' landmark - and it's completely free to enter
Though overseas holidays will always be fun, there's nothing quite like exploring your own backyard.
Recent stats show that Aussies are taking more domestic trips – including daytrips in our own city. The Domestic Tourism Statistics reveal that Australians took 34.7 million holiday daytrips in the June quarter alone.
And now we're heading into summer, that number is only set to grow.
The digital camera experts at Becextech have identified the most sought-after Aussie attractions – is your fave on the list?
10. Puffing Billy Railway
This historic narrow-gauge steam railway runs through the scenic Dandenong Ranges in Victoria.
Visitors experience a charming ride through temperate rainforest, over trestle bridges, and can even dangle their legs out of the open-sided carriages on some routes.
9. Royal Exhibition Building Dome Promenade
This guided tour takes visitors up to a unique viewpoint inside the UNESCO World Heritage-listed building's dome.
It offers spectacular, rare views of the Melbourne skyline and Carlton Gardens, along with an exhibition on the building's significant history.
With tickets going for $29, it's one of the cheaper options on this list.
8. Warner Bros. Movie World
This Gold Coast theme park brings the magic of Hollywood to Australia, with roller coasters, movie-themed rides, and live entertainment.
Visitors can meet iconic characters like Batman and Bugs Bunny, watch stunt shows, and enjoy the rides to their heart's content.
7. Luna Park Sydney
A historic amusement park right on the foreshore of Sydney Harbour, recognisable by its iconic smiling face entrance, Luna Park is a heritage-listed attraction.
Melbourne's Luna Park may have opened first, but Sydney's one reigns supreme in the searches, with 95,230 in one month on average.
6. Sea Life Sydney
This aquarium in Darling Harbour provides an immersive journey through Australia's diverse aquatic environments, home to over 13,000 marine animals.
Guests can walk through underwater glass tunnels to see sharks, dugongs, penguins, and rays up close.
5. Taronga Zoo
We dare you to find a more photogenic zoo than Taronga.
Situated on Sydney Harbour, it provides incredible views of the city skyline alongside diverse animal exhibits.
It averages 146,620 monthly searches, and offers native Australian animals and exotic species, keeper talks and shows, and even a chance to spend the night in the zoo's wildlife retreats.
3. Melbourne Museum
This Victorian institution is a cultural magnet for those seeking history, science, and art, with more than 178,980 monthly Aussie searches.
It's known for its diverse and interactive collections covering Australian social history, Indigenous cultures, and natural science. Highlights include the Triceratops: Fate of the Dinosaurs exhibition, the Bunjilaka Aboriginal Cultural Centre, and the immersive Forest Gallery.
2. Australia Zoo
Located on the Sunshine Coast, this zoo is the legacy of Steve Irwin and is a major wildlife conservation facility.
Visitors can see a huge array of native and exotic animals, including crocodiles in the world-famous Crocoseum, engage in animal encounters and watch daily wildlife shows.
1. Sydney Opera House
This world-famous architectural masterpiece sits right on Sydney Harbour and is a UNESCO World Heritage site.
With 380,690 average monthly searches nationwide, it has cemented itself as one of Australia's must-see landmarks. In fact, it has almost double the amount of searches as Australia Zoo, which was second on the list.
Plus, it's also free to enter. Visitors can also take paid guided tours to learn about its history and design.
