The Aussie city crowned the best spot for 'hobby-based travel'
Australia is one of the best places in the world to visit for an adventure-packed holiday.
Now the travel experts at Bounce have compiled a list of the top 10 Australian cities for hobby enthusiasts, based on factors like running events, cycling routes, rock climbing, cooking classes, and shopping.
Read on to find out what comes in at number one.
10. Busselton, WA
You might know about Busselton thanks to it being home to the longest timber-piled jetty in the Southern Hemisphere.
It's also number 10 on the list of best places to go for hobby-based tourism.
9. Wollongong, NSW
An hour south of Sydney, Wollongong is great for hiking and cycling, thanks to its proximity to the Royal National Park and Mount Kembla.
8. Perth, WA
Another spot in WA, Perth is great for runners. The city is home to the highest number of running events in Australia.
7. Sydney, NSW
Sydney is stacked when it comes to hiking trails, running clubs and rock climbing/bouldering routes. The Blue Mountains are just a short drive or train ride away.
6. Fremantle, WA
This port city just north of Perth has wonderful cycling routes along the coast.
According to Bounce, there are 570 cycle routes. This is the equivalent of 300 per 10 sq km – the most significant proportion in the Asian-Pacific region.
5. Melbourne, Vic
Along with outdoor hobbies, Melbourne is also a great place to visit if your hobby is shopping. The city is home to great boutiques, second-hand stores, and high-end fashion.
4. Adelaide, SA
One of the best things about Adelaide is its size - from the CBD you're only 20 minutes from the beach and from the hills.
Both are home to great outdoor activities.
3. Cairns, Qld
Cairns has over 1000 bouldering and rock climbing routes to try, all surrounded by incredible views of rainforests and waterfalls.
The city's art galleries are also worth mentioning, especially if you like to take a sourvenir home from your travels.
2. Canberra, ACT
It's often overlooked as a holiday destination, but if you want to take a hobby-based trip then Canberra should be high up on your list!
Canberra is a cycle-friendly city, with many scenic routes and dedicated bike lanes, plus plenty of bike clubs you can join.
