Gold Coast

Shelters a wide variety of Australian species, including kangaroos, crocodiles, wombats, dingoes, Tasmanian devils, echidnas, emus, and rare birds. — Fodor's

Koalas, kangaroos, dingoes, platypuses, and crocodiles, grouped together in separate zones according to their natural habitat, are just some of the creatures you might see. — Fodor's

Movie-themed shows, rides and attractions, including the Batwing Spaceshot, Justice League 3D Ride and Scooby-Doo Spooky Coaster. — Lonely Planet

This park features the Cave of Waves, Pipeline Plunge and more than 140 water activities and slides. All passes include Dreamworld, too. — Lonely Planet

Aimed largely at introducing an international audience to the spirit of the Outback, this extravagantly staged show...features an unforgettable display of horsemanship. — Frommer's

Allows visitors to take the elevator to the bar and restaurant located at the top, which offers views 230 meters above the beaches, skyscrapers and surrounding valley. — Afar Magazine

The beachfront plays host to many stalls selling the usual array of fashion, accessories and artworks, plus photographs and homewares. — Lonely Planet

Younger kids love this 'Aussie Farm Experience', which features native animals (koalas, kangaroos, Tasmanian devils, wombats, dingoes) alongside farm animals and other furry cuties. — Lonely Planet

A 27-sq-km national park, Springbrook's is an ancient volcanic landscape with a 900m-high plateau cut through with gorges and a few even loftier outcrops. — Lonely Planet