Australia is one of those bucket list destinations that many of us would love to travel to. It is definitely high on the list of places we would like to see and explore.
However, it is such a vast place, that it can often feel impossible to see everything in one trip. But, if you plan your trip well, you can explore different areas and make the most of your time in the country.
Whether it is just for a few short weeks or something a little longer, I have found some of the best travel guides for Australia that will help you make the most of your stay down under. Without further ado, here are 16 travel books for Australia.
Best Australia Guide Books For Travel Planning
Travel Australia by Van
Many people like the idea of traveling the country on the road, and using a camper van can often give you some of the best experiences in your life.
This book is two books in one. A planner for before you go where you can document the routes and places you want to stay, and then a diary for while you are there. It is a different sort of guide but a great investment for documenting your trip to Australia.
You can buy Travel Australia by Van here.
Lonely Planet Best of Australia
Lonely Planet is one of the best brands when it comes to travel books, and they have a fair few different ones that explore Australia. This one gives you the very best of Australia.
The authentic experiences, the places to go, and the things to embrace. It is a compact book filled with just the top experiences so perfect if you have some time to explore the country, but only want to enjoy the very best of it.
You can buy Lonely Planet Best of Australia here.
DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Australia
This is another book that covers the whole of Australia and gives you a detailed overview of the places to go and the things you can enjoy seeing during your travels.
This book is full of insider information helping you to live like a local and experience some of the hidden gems that Australia has to offer.
You can buy DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Australia here.
Lonely Planet Australia
Another Lonely Planet book and one that covers the whole of Australia and gives you an excellent overview of the different cities and territories to explore.
It also covers some of the popular tourist attractions that you might want to skip so you don’t waste any of your valuable time here. A great overview of the country and an easy-to-follow guide.
You can buy Lonely Planet Australia here.
Ultimate Australia Travel List
This book is definitely a useful guide when it comes to looking at things to do in Australia. This is the ultimate list.
500 of the best experiences and things to do and see in Australia. They are also ranked so you know that you are guaranteed to get the very best out of your trip by using this guide. It is broad and covers the whole of Australia.
You can buy the Ultimate Australia Travel list here.
My Travel Planner Australia
This is the ideal book for any planner. It includes packing lists, areas to plan your trip to Australia, useful information on different destinations, and enough space to document a 27-day trip. A great companion for your trip to Australia.
You can buy My Travel Planner Australia here.
Australia Marco Polo Pocket Travel Guide
You can’t beat a pocket guide and this one is packed full of relevant information to help you make the most of your trip to Australia. It also has a pull-out map that will help you ensure that you can truly make the most of your stay.
You can buy Australia Marco Polo Pocket Travel Guide here.
Travel Books On Specific Areas Within Australia
Lonely Planet East Coast Australia
When traveling to Australia it might be that you could be looking at heading to a specific area of Australia. After all, it is such a huge country, and impossible to see everything all at once.
This guide is all about the east coast of Australia. Covering New South Wales, Victoria, the Whitsundays, and the Great Barrier Reef. Perfect if you are traveling to this area and want to explore.
You can buy the Lonely Planet East Coast Australia here.
Lonely Planet South Australia and Northern Territory
Another guide that is specific to different areas and is perfect if you are exploring different regions. This book focuses on Northern Territory and South Australia.
This book also boasts 30 different maps making it so much easier to get around. This is the ideal book to help you enjoy the southern wine regions and the northern mountains.
You can buy Lonely Planet South Australia and Northern Territory here.
Lonely Planet West Coast Australia
Another dedicated guide to a specific territory in Australia and this time it is Western Australia. This guide has information on the city of Perth as well as some of the more outback regions like Freemantle, Broome, and the Ningaloo coast.
There are plenty of experiences shared in this book to help you make the most of your visit to Western Australia.
You can buy Lonely Planet West Coast Australia here.
Lonely Planet Melbourne and Victoria
Melbourne and the region of Victoria are popular areas to visit when anyone thinks of Australia. The city itself is spectacular and Victoria has so much to offer.
The Coastal road has some of the most incredible destinations and this guide will help you make the most of all of the places to see and the experiences to enjoy during your trip.
You can buy Lonely Planet Melbourne and Victoria here.
DK Eyewitness Sydney
Sydney is another iconic destination in Australia and possibly has the most recognized landmark in Australia. This guide gives you everything you need to know about the city.
The places to go, the hidden gems, and the things you will want to experience. There is a lot to offer in Sydney, and this guide has you covered.
You can buy DK Eyewitness Sydney here.
Perth Travel Guide
In Western Australia, there is one city that you will definitely have on your list and that is Perth. This guide has quick tips and information covering the culture, the places to go, the things to enjoy, and even some recommendations of places to eat and drink. You can’t go wrong!
You can buy the Perth Travel Guide here.
Gold Coast Travel Guide
The Gold Coast is a popular destination in Australia and is famed for its beautiful beaches. But there is so much more to this place than meets the eye. This travel guide will help you understand where to go and what to do if you are visiting the Gold Coast.
You can buy the Gold Coast Travel Guide here.
Canberra Travel Guide
If you want to know about the sights, the food, the culture, and everything in between when it comes to Canberra then this is the guide for you. It is full of quick tips and information to help you make the most out of your trip to Canberra.
You can buy the Canberra Travel Guide here.
Brisbane and Cairns Travel Guide
Last on the list is a guide on Brisbane and Cairns. The ideal guide to help you make the most out of these two incredible destinations.
Filled with all the hidden gems and the things you must see and do, you really can’t go wrong!
You can buy the Brisbane and Cairns Travel Guide here.
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