Story Bridge Adventure Climb, Brisbane, Queensland © Tourism Australia

13-day itinerary for foodies and design lovers

With a love of innovation and creativity, Australia’s cities are bursting with design-driven experiences and artful eateries.

Trip Overview

1,457km (905mi)

The must-do experiences

Taste your way through Australia’s top restaurants and cafés
Explore innovative design and heritage landmarks
Stay at art-inspired, boundary-pushing hotels

Day 1: Brisbane

Begin your trip in the capital city of Brisbane. More specifically, it's centre of cool: Fortitude Valley.

The Johnson, Brisbane, QLD © The Johnson

12 of the best hotels in Brisbane

Find the best lodgings in the heart of Queensland’s vibrant capital or in one of its fascinating inner-city neighbourhoods.

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Day 2: Brisbane's New Farm

Take the ferry over to the leafy green New Farm to explore its heritage-listed homes, farm-to-fork eateries and unique design-led experiences.

Dã ngoại tại Kangaroo Point, Thành phố Brisbane, QLD © Brisbane Marketing

Guide to Brisbane

Queensland’s sunny capital offers up laidback charm and urban energy with a dash of adventure.

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Day 3: Brisbane's South Bank

Get your cultural fix at South Bank, the central arts precinct of Brisbane.

Day 4: Brisbane to Sydney

Discover your creative flair in the harbourside city of Sydney today, about a 90-minute flight from Brisbane.

Hyatt Regency Sydney, Sydney, NSW © Hyatt Regency

Where to stay in Sydney

Whether you want to stay in a converted brewery, a luxury hotel on the harbour or an edgy loft-style room above one of the city's most popular nightspots, Sydney has a huge range of top-quality hotels.

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Day 5: Sydney Harbour

Experience Sydney Harbour’s renowned restaurants and striking architecture today.

Phượng tím và Cảng Sydney lúc hoàng hôn, Sydney, NSW © Destination NSW

Guide to Sydney

A city of iconic attractions and brilliant beaches, Sydney is a destination you'll never forget.

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Day 6: Sydney's Marrickville

Splashed with street art, food stores and international restaurants, Marrickville is a food and design lovers' dream. Get to know the suburb with these experiences.

Bennelong Restaurant and Bar, Sydney, NSW © Brett Stevens/Bennelong

Top 10 Sydney restaurants with a view

If you like your meals served with a healthy helping of postcard-perfect views, these restaurants fit the bill.

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Day 7: Sydney's centre and surrounds

Embark on a journey of fine food, modern art and historic design from Sydney’s city centre to the Hawkesbury River.

Day 8: Sydney to Canberra

From Sydney, it's a 55-minute flight (or three-hour drive) to Australia's capital city of Canberra – no stranger to design.

Canberra, Lãnh thổ Thủ đô Úc © Tourism Australia

Guide to Canberra

Find a mix of history, art and the outdoors in Australia's capital city.

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Day 9: Canberra

There's no need to go far today. Explore Acton and its edgier side, NewActon – one of Canberra's trendiest neighbourhoods.

Day 10: Canberra to Melbourne

Fly just over an hour from Canberra to Melbourne. Make a beeline for South Yarra, an affluent suburb brimming with boutiques and historic architecture.

Adelphi Hotel, Melbourne, Victoria © Visit Victoria

Where to stay in Melbourne

Whether you are looking for a buzzing city hotel or a discrete neighbourhood hideaway, Melbourne’s best hotels have you covered.

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Day 11: Melbourne

Feed your inner creative in the heart of Melbourne today.

Guide to Melbourne

Melbourne is Australia's mecca for all things trendy and tasty. With exquisite dining, exhilarating sport and abundant art experiences, there are plenty of brilliant things to do in Melbourne.

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