Explore 4 UCPlaces digital self-guided tours in Australia

G'day and welcome to Brisbane, the sunny capital of Queensland and one of Australia's most exciting cities! Today, we're going to explore Brisbane from behind the wheel, discovering a city built around the twists and turns of the Brisbane River. We'll begin beside one of Australia's most famous sporting grounds, The Gabba, before heading to the riverfront at Kangaroo Point and crossing the iconic Story Bridge. From there, we'll explore the lively streets of Fortitude Valley, the leafy neighbourhood of New Farm, and the historic woolstores of Teneriffe. We'll then make our way into the heart of downtown Brisbane, passing historic churches, grand government buildings, City Hall and the City Botanic Gardens before crossing the river into South Bank, home to Brisbane's cultural precinct and some of the city's most popular attractions. But we're not stopping there. We'll head west past Suncorp Stadium, climb through the hills of Paddington, discover Brisbane's classic Queenslander houses, and gradually leave the city behind as we make our way toward Mount Coot-tha. And we've saved the best view for last. Our grand finale will take us all the way to the Mount Coot-tha Summit Lookout, where Brisbane, the river and the surrounding landscape will be spread out below us. Along the way, we'll tell you the stories behind the places we're seeing, point out things you might otherwise drive right past, and recommend a few spots you may want to come back and explore on foot later. So get comfortable, follow the navigation, and leave the storytelling to us. Welcome to Brisbane — let's hit the road!

G’day, and welcome to Melbourne! Today, we’re going to discover one of Australia’s most exciting and diverse cities, from its grand historic buildings and hidden laneways to world-famous sporting venues, beautiful gardens, waterfront neighbourhoods and some fantastic views of the Melbourne skyline. We’ll begin right here in the heart of the city, passing landmarks like Queen Victoria Market, the Old Melbourne Gaol, Parliament House and the magnificent Royal Exhibition Building. We’ll explore Melbourne’s famous sporting and cultural precincts, cross the Yarra River, pass the Shrine of Remembrance and Royal Botanic Gardens, and then make our way towards Albert Park Lake. From there, the character of the tour changes completely as we head for the coast. We’ll cruise through lively St Kilda, pass its beach, historic theatre and famous Luna Park, and then follow Port Phillip south through Elwood before finishing at colourful Brighton Beach and its iconic bathing boxes. Along the way, I’ll share some of the stories, history and fun facts that make Melbourne such a fascinating city, while pointing out plenty of places you may want to come back and explore on foot later. So get comfortable, keep your eyes on the road, and leave the storytelling to me. We have a lot of Melbourne to discover today, so when you’re ready, let’s get going!

Welcome to Sydney! Today, we’re taking you on an unforgettable drive through one of the world’s most spectacular cities — from its historic beginnings to its famous beaches, dramatic Pacific coastline and magnificent harbour. We’ll begin here in The Rocks, where modern Sydney began, before making our way through the heart of the city and out toward the coast. Along the way, we’ll visit beautiful parks, historic landmarks, charming neighbourhoods and, of course, some of Sydney’s legendary beaches. We’ll follow the coastline past Bronte and Bondi, explore the spectacular cliffs of South Head, then trade the crashing waves of the Pacific for the calmer waters of Sydney Harbour. And later, we’ll cross one of the most recognisable bridges on Earth — the Sydney Harbour Bridge — before continuing through the northern harbour suburbs toward Manly and North Head. There’ll be plenty of stories along the way, some incredible views, and a few places where we’ll recommend getting out of the car and exploring on foot. So get comfortable, follow the directions, and leave the storytelling to us. Welcome to Sydney. Let’s hit the road!

Breathe in the pristine scented rain forest air. Take a leisurely stroll and experience: ∎ The fascinating history of rail and timber in the Otway Ranges. ∎ Walk along the Beechy – Crowes Rail tracka fern glade. ∎ See incredible tree sculptures. ∎ Marvel at how steam locomotives were turned around. ∎ Drop into the Beechy Hotel or the Fergusson Nourished for a refreshment. Need to know: ⌚ Duration - 1.5 hours ♥ Ease - established paths and gentle inclines. ☁ Weather - generally 3 degrees cooler than Melbourne.