Back to grid

Best food destinations in Oceania

Back to grid
Sydney
Where urban life meets stunning beaches
8.7
Fresh seafood and harbour views define dining in Australia's largest city. The Sydney Fish Market sells oysters, prawns and sashimi by the tray. Visitors can eat Vietnamese food in Marrickville and dumplings in Chinatown. Beach cafes in Bondi and Manly serve brunch with flat whites.
Highlights:
  • 🏖️ Relax on the golden sands of Bondi Beach
  • 🎭 Admire the Sydney Opera House from Circular Quay
  • 🌉 Climb the Sydney Harbour Bridge for panoramic views
Melbourne
The heart of culture and coffee
8.7
Greek, Italian, Vietnamese and Chinese communities shape the city's dining. Hidden laneway cafes and Queen Victoria Market serve coffee, dumplings and pastries. Visitors can eat souvlaki, pho and gelato in Richmond, Carlton and along Lygon Street. Espresso bars run on serious roasting culture across the city.
Highlights:
  • 🏏 Watch a match at the Melbourne Cricket Ground
  • 🌆 Admire city views from the Eureka Skydeck
  • 🎨 Explore the laneways full of vibrant street art and cafés
Barossa Valley
Australia's premier wine country paradise
7.5
Some Shiraz vines here were planted in the 1840s and still bear fruit. German settlers also brought sausages, sourdough and Lutheran baking traditions. Visitors can taste Grenache and Shiraz at cellar doors and shop at the Barossa Farmers Market in Angaston. Local pantry producers sell pickles, cheese and mettwurst.
Highlights:
  • 🍽️ Dine at farm-to-table restaurants with local gourmet produce
  • 🎈 Enjoy a sunrise hot air balloon ride over vineyards
  • 🍷 Tour world-class wineries and sample Barossa Shiraz
Yarra Valley
Victoria's Premier Wine Country Paradise
7.7
Cool climate vineyards northeast of Melbourne make pinot noir, chardonnay and sparkling wine. Chocolate makers, cheese dairies and berry farms sit beside the vines. Visitors can eat at cellar door restaurants and stop at the Yarra Valley Dairy. Craft breweries and gin distilleries add tasting stops.
Highlights:
  • 🐨 Visit Healesville Sanctuary to see native wildlife
  • 🚂 Ride the historic Puffing Billy steam train
  • 🍷 Taste exquisite wines at Yarra Valley vineyards
Tasmania
Wilderness, Wildlife and Wild Coasts
8.7
Cold clean waters and rich soil supply oysters, cheese and berries to the island. Cool climate vineyards make sparkling wine and pinot noir. Visitors can taste whisky at local distilleries and eat at Salamanca Market in Hobart. The restaurant at MONA and farm gate stalls add creative meals.
Highlights:
  • 🏛️ Tour the convict ruins at Port Arthur Historic Site
  • ⛰️ Explore Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park trails
  • 🏖️ Hike to Wineglass Bay and marvel at its white sand
Feedback