Australia is home to plenty of internationally-acclaimed travel destinations. But there are also still so many 'hidden gems' to discover around the country. New research by travel and luggage experts at Bounce has revealed the Australian states with the most must-see 'secret' attractions.
The team analysed hidden gem attractions in Australia, using Tripadvisor and search data, to reveal the most treasured spots. They then compared how many total attractions were available, to how many were still relatively unknown. Here's how each state stacked up.
Often deemed Australia's foodie capital, Victoria (and its capital Melbourne) is considered to have the least amount of 'secret' spots left to discover. Despite also offering 10,000-plus attractions, like its biggest competitor on that front in Sydney, only 260 of those remain relatively unknown. The state encompasses mountains, national parks, wineries and surfing beaches.
The Great Ocean Road follows the coast west to Port Campbell National Park, where the Twelve Apostles are limestone stacks on the edge of the ocean. Percentage of hidden gems: 3.12% As the smallest state with the least attractions overall on offer, the ACT still managed seventh spot.
The city's focal point is Lake Burley Griffin, filled with sailboats and kayaks. On the lakeshore is Parliament House, as well as museums including the National Gallery, known for its indigenous art collections. The Australian War Memorial is another key attraction for v.