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Adelaide Gaol: Ticket prices, opening hours, ghost tours & visitor guide

First time visiting Adelaide Gaol? This 2026 visitor guide covers opening hours, ticket prices, parking, accessibility, and how to get there. History and overview of Adelaide Gaol The story of Adelaide Gaol begins in the early colony of South Australia. Built first in 1841, this…

A 4WD vehicle at Rainbow Beach on the Fraser Coast of Queensland, Australia.

How did Rainbow Beach in Queensland get its name?

Rainbow Beach in Queensland gets its name from the multicoloured sands in the cliffs behind the beach. The simple appeal of Rainbow Beach For many visitors, Rainbow Beach in Queensland is little more than a departure point for K’gari (Fraser Island). It is closer to…

The Art Gallery of South Australia in Adelaide, South Australia.

Art Gallery of South Australia, Adelaide: Ticket prices, hours & visitor guide (2026)

Planning to visit the Art Gallery of South Australia in Adelaide? This 2026 visitor guide covers ticket prices, opening hours, and tips. Standing on Adelaide's North Terrace looking at the Art Gallery of South Australia's classical facade, you can't miss Lindy Lee's 6-metre perforated sculpture…

Plan your visit to the Susannah Place Museum: Opening hours, ticket prices and parking

The Susannah Place Museum in Sydney’s historic The Rocks district offers a rare window into working-class life from the mid-19th to the late 20th century. This guide (updated in January 2026) provides first-time visitors with author-verified details on opening hours, ticket prices, parking and practical…

Swimming with a whale shark on the Ningaloo Reef, Western Australia.

I went swimming with whale sharks on the Ningaloo Reef: It was incredible

Snorkelling with whale sharks off Western Australia’s Ningaloo Reef is one of the world’s most remarkable experiences. Here’s what it’s like. The first sighting of a whale shark It’s difficult to know what provides the bigger shock – the size or the clarity. We gracelessly…

How to get into the Sydney Opera House without buying concert tickets

The way to get into Sydney Opera House without buying concert tickets is to book a guided tour. However, you need to make sure you pick the RIGHT tour. This guide was updated in January 2026. Sydney Opera House: A working arts venue The Sydney…

Jewel Cave Western Australia: guide to visiting, tickets & best time

If you’re planning to visit Jewel Cave in Western Australia, this guide gives the practical information you need. That includes how to reach it, when tours run, how to book in advance, what to expect, and what else to do nearby in the Margaret River…

Australia’s capital cities – ranked

Australia’s state and territory capitals all have something to offer. You can visit any of them and have a perfectly enjoyable time. But if you’re on holiday and have to pick just one or two, then some discernment is advisable. Luckily, I’m here to put…

A saltwater crocodile, as spotted on the Daintree River near Cairns, Queensland.

How worried should I be about crocodiles in Australia?

Short answer If you’re close to a crocodile in Australia, you should be very worried indeed. If you act sensibly within crocodile territory, there’s no need to fret. A saltwater crocodile, as spotted on the Daintree River near Cairns, Queensland. Photo by David Whitley. Long…

Why I ended up enjoying Austalia’s most notoriously boring drive

Crossing the Nullarbor from Adelaide to Perth turns out to be rather enjoyable if you make the right stops. Five reasons to drive the Nullarbor Swimming with sea lions at Baird Bay. Standing on top of giant cliffs at Head of Bight. Telegraph history at…