Australia’s proximity to unique and beautiful islands is a privilege, with more than 8000 fringing our coast. Think wildlife sanctuaries. The world’s largest sand island. Epic mountain hikes and cultural heritage. All home to mind-blowing wild and natural beauty.

From spots to seek serenity in nature to mind-blowing landscapes and a new kind of tourist trail, these unique destinations and experiences are icons in the making that are hiding in plain sight.

From a legendary music festival to First Nations art fairs, and from food markets that reflect a city’s identity to an outback temple devoted to cinematic history, these institutions reflect a rich cultural tapestry.

Australia is full of wonders, from icons to the lesser known. Here, we've curated 23 wonders from our 100 list that fall across multiple states and territories.

Our cities pulse with culture, from graffitied streets lined with cult-like coffee stores to historic sporting institutions that are embedded in the national soul and world-class art exhibitions in regional hubs.

Deep chasms, cascading waterfalls, emerald waterholes. Rocks that pierce blue skies. Hyper-green rainforest. Night-sky phenomena. This wide, brown land holds plenty of natural colour and beauty.