Queensland

Beaver Reef aerial - Image courtesy of Tourism Australia

When it comes to dazzling natural attractions, beaches and waterways, Queensland has a well-deserved worldwide travel reputation.

The Great Barrier Reef stretches through Queensland's waters for more than 2,500 kilometres, covering around 345,000 square kilometres. The world's largest World Heritage site, it is made up of more than 2,900 individual reefs and 70 coral cays sprinkled along the edge of the continental shelf.

There are plenty of amazing attractions across Queensland to suit everyone's tastes. Whether you're in the mood for getting up close with animals, exploring a museum or getting back to nature in a national park, there's plenty of attractions for you to choose from.

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What is our Coral Sea?What is our Coral Sea?
The Coral Sea is a tropical marine jewel, which lies east of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. It is one of the last places on Earth where large marine animals can still be found in great numbers.
My Day with MantasMy Day with Mantas
Coming to Australia I had no illusions about how good the diving could be. We have been hearing how good the Barrier Reef is for years now, and it is good, but has anyone heard of The Coral Coast ('Where is that?' - I hear you ask) ...
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