Vivid Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales © Destination NSW

Muslim-friendly Australian holiday ideas

Australia is a wonderful mix of migrants and cultures from all over the world. This diversity of influences makes Australia a lively and exciting place to eat, explore and attend events. Plus, there's nothing quite like the welcoming nature you'll find in Australia.

Halal-friendly city guides

Vivid Sydney, Sydney Harbour, New South Wales © Destination NSW

Places to go

Muslim-friendly guide to Sydney

Southbank, Melbourne, Victoria © Jim Zapsalis / Walking Perspective

Places to go

Muslim-friendly guide to Melbourne

Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, Gold Coast, Queensland © Destination Gold Coast

Places to go

Muslim-friendly guide to Brisbane and the Gold Coast

Muslim-friendly itineraries

Emerald Beach, Coffs Harbour, New South Wales © Destination NSW

A Muslim-friendly road trip from Sydney to Byron Bay

Naturaliste Tours, Phillip Island, Victoria © Tourism Australia

Muslim-friendly itinerary from Melbourne to Sydney

Remarkable Rocks, Kangaroo Island, South Australia © Julie Fletcher

A Muslim-friendly adventure in Adelaide and Kangaroo Island

Balloon Aloft, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory © Wunderman Thompson for VisitCanberra

Muslim-friendly guide: 5 days in Canberra

Frequenty asked questions

Australia is known for its friendly and welcoming nature. Our population is incredibly ethically, religiously, and linguistically diverse. In fact, more than half the population has at least one parent who was born overseas and about 23% speak a language other than English at home. This multiculturalism has created a destination boasting Muslim-friendly restaurants, attractions and tours.

Australia’s major cities have safe and easy public transport systems and are safe and enjoyable to explore on foot. Signs and announcements are in English.

Halal-certified restaurants have become increasingly popular in Australia, and you’ll find delicious Halal-friendly eateries all across the country. With cuisines ranging from Pakistani to Malaysian, you won’t go hungry on a trip to Australia.

You'll find mosques in every major city across Australia, with prayers offered both in English and other languages. There are also multi-faith prayer rooms available in many Australian airports and shopping centres.

Australia is a religiously diverse country, and people from all religious backgrounds are welcome. Islam is the second largest religion in Australia, with Sydney and Melbourne boasting the largest Muslim populations.