Top 10 Best Places to Take Beautiful Pictures of Australia

What are the most beautiful places in Australia, where you can take amazing and mesmerizing photos? Australia is any photographer’s dream. The combination of unique natural sites, national parks, monuments of aboriginal culture, modern architectural pearls – the list of beautiful places in Australia is endless. Among them, there are natural and man-made objects that may be called symbols of the country and which will allow you to take beautiful pictures of Australia.

1. Elizabeth Quay Bridge, Perth

A beautiful bridge for pedestrians and cyclists has been recently built in the Australian city of Perth. The unique S-shaped structure made of steel and eucalyptus wood became a real decoration of the city, as well as a favorite place for a large number of photographers.

The 110-meter cable-stayed bridge has an S-shape, which is balanced by two 22-meter steel arches. The bridge deck is made of eucalyptus wood, which beautifully resonates with the shiny metal. The outline of Elizabeth Quay Bridge is slightly curved so that the ships while tacking could pass unhindered under the bridge.

To take gorgeous photos of Australia and this bridge, it is better to shoot in the evening or at night when special lighting makes its unique design even more interesting. In this case, pick different angles – photograph from the shore or stay at the beginning of the bridge.

Pictures taken with the help of a drone will also look impressive. In the world, there is a huge number of interesting bridges that photographers are fond of. Among them, by the way, is Brooklyn Bridge, which has been included on the list of the best places to take pictures in NYC.

2. Freycinet Peninsula, Tasmania

Freycinet National Park is known for gorgeous mountains of pink color, white sandy beaches, isolated bays and many species of birds that inhabit the area. The park is located on the spectacular east coast of Tasmania, occupying the major part of the Freycinet Peninsula. On the park’s eastern side, there is the Tasman Sea and on the western side – the Tasmanian coastline.

The most picturesque sight of the Freycinet Peninsula is Wineglass Bay. Many photographers travel there to capture the beauty of crystal clear turquoise sea along with white sands. Moreover, Wineglass Bay is considered to be one of the best beaches worldwide.

You can choose to follow any trail, since there are many of them, of various complexity and length. It won’t be difficult to reach the viewpoint but we also recommend checking out the summit of Mt. Amos. It provides a wonderful 360-view of the peninsula.

To get a truly gorgeous picture of Australia and the peninsula, visit the place early in the morning or later in the afternoon. Do it to see how the light plays and emphasizes the contrasting colors and extends the shadows of the surrounding elements.

To eliminate glare, we suggest bringing a polarizer filter for a camera and a hooded wide-angle lens. Also, keep in mind more travel photography tips.

3. Twelve Apostles, Victoria

Among the most beautiful places in Australia, namely Great Ocean Road, we would like to mention the Twelve Apostles. It is an array of enormous limestone pillars that rise out of the Southern Ocean. However, now there are only eight pillars left, the ninth has fallen apart in July 2005.

If you decide to photograph this place, don’t take a regular picture from the viewing platform. Try to find an unusual perspective, for instance, from the beach at the foot of the cliff at twilight. Aside from the Twelve Apostles, focus on such interesting nearby locations as London Arch, Loch Ard Gorge, the Grotto.

If you wait for 15 to 20 minutes, you will notice a great number of Fairy Penguins – the inhabitants of the Twelve Apostles. Don’t miss the chance of capturing them!

4. Loch Ard Gorge, Campbell, Australia

Walk to the west of the above-mentioned Twelve Apostles for several minutes and you will stumble across Loch Ard Gorge. It is sure to amaze you with the atmospheric coastal splendor. Feel free to wander around, explore the blowholes, very tall cliffs, limestone stacks that are far away from the shore. The site is worth visiting at twilight to see the short-tailed shearwaters (muttonbirds) return back home.

It is impossible to leave the Loch Ard Gorge without magnificent coastal Australia pics. Rock cliffs, captivating sea waves and intricate coastlines are worth to be photographed once again. We recommend bringing a wide-angle lens to photograph the beautiful scenery of the Loch Ard Gorge to the full extent.

Although the gorge looks amazing at any time of the day and year, we believe that the optimal period for shooting is the “Golden Hour”. To do this, we suggest using a special application called "Golden Hour", which is available for Android and iOS smartphones. Shooting the gorge at sunset is also possible, especially if you have a sturdy tripod, as it is often very windy there.

5. Marion Bay

Marion Bay is a small town in the Australian state of South Australia located at the southern border of the Yorke Peninsula. Beaches surround the town from every side. Also, Marion Bay serves as the gateway to the Innes National Park.

It is truly a hidden gem of the South and entire Australia. The Innes National Park, having an enormous territory, provides protection for the southern border of the Yorke Peninsula. The park boasts different variations of landscapes – from breathtaking cliffs to tranquil bays.

Endangered and rare bird species inhabit the Innes National Park. In case you are a bird-watching enthusiast, be prepared to see the unparalleled beauty of the osprey, the western whip bird and even a white-breasted sea eagle. Due to the winter rains, more than 100 bird species appear in the park in spring with the bloom of wildflowers. Therefore, if you want not only to take amazing landscape photos of Australia but also to spend time photo hunting, we advise you to choose a camera with the fast shutter speed and a large stock of frames for serial shooting.

As for the lens, it should have a focal length of at least 200-300 mm. This will enable you to take close-up photographs of small animals and birds from a large distance.

6. Crawley Boatshed, Perth

We have already described the Elizabeth Quay Bridge located in Perth. Apart from it, this city offers many interesting sights that frequently get caught in the lens of top street photographers. The city has many interesting architectural buildings, amazing beaches and even parks so it’s a perfect place to get impressive Australia pics.

One of the most beautiful places in Australia is undoubtedly the Crawley Boatshed. This iconic jetty with a blue boathouse has been attracting people since the beginning of the previous century. Hundreds of photos with the Swan River in the background are taken.

For example, it is a beloved photo location for wedding shooters. If you come here early in the morning, you may see couples trying to capture the most romantic moments in their life. This place is really worth visiting and many photographers come here to get inspired and experiment with photo techniques. Anyway, if you are in Perth, visit the Crawley Boatshed before the sunrise, it is an ideal time to take pics.

7. Princes Pier, Melbourne

Melbourne is a great place to get the best photos of Australia, especially its Princes Pier in the port. It is a 580-meter construction that ends with wooden pillars that emerge from the water, hypnotizing the viewer.

Many people come here to take unique shots for their Instagram pages. For others, it is a symbol of freedom and safety. These pylons are the remains of the wooden construction of the pier that has been the main arrival point for the migrants to the continent.

In 2011, the Princes Pier was restored and re-opened for visitors. For today, it is the second-largest wooden wharf in Australia. It is more than just a pier, it is an open-air museum attracting hundreds of tourists and local residents. If you go along the wharf, you will get acquainted with its past and present, learn some historic facts.

To take the best photos, we recommend visiting the pier before the dawn or during the sunset.

8. Great Central Road

This place will not leave you indifferent and present wide opportunities to take beautiful pictures of Australia. The Great Central Road extends from Laverton, Western Australia to Yulara, Northern Territory. It is 700 mi long and passes through many communities.

If you want to see many sights during one trip, this road is an ideal variant. Traveling along this way, you will see the famous mountains Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) and Uluru (Ayers Rock). Both of them are located within the Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park in the Northern Territory.

The most beautiful places in Australia do not end here and we come to the Tjukayirla Roadhouse. Its name originates from the Tjukayirla Rockholes situated nearby. Here, you may also find the Paine and Barclay Surveyor marker placed by the surveyors. They installed it in 1930 during the Warburton route. Moreover, traveling this road, you may observe unique Australian wildlife.

Sometimes, tourists see dingos, emus, kangaroos, camels, various birds, etc. roaming around in their natural environment. There is even a place called “The Zoo” where you can see animal-shaped rocks. If this is not enough to memorize your trip with the best photos of Australia, you may visit the caves situated within 3.1 mi of the Roadhouse.

One more place that should be captured in your Australia pics is Empress Springs. They are situated 37 mi north along the David Carnegie Road, which is connected to the Great Central Road 9.3 mi west of the roadhouse. It is marked 4WD. If you want to see the springs, you have to come into the cave via a chain ladder.

There is also a visitor’s book near the cave. In addition, you may visit such places as the Lasseter's Cave, the Petermann Ranges, Giles Weather Station, Lake Throssell, Lake Yeo Nature Reserve, Peegull Waterhole and Caves, Empress Spring, and enjoy the ochre bluff of Giles Breakaway.

9. Shorncliffe Pier

Originally known as the Sandgate pier, the Shorncliffe pier is the place that keeps attracting tourists and local residents to the suburb of Shorncliffe in Australia. With its snow-white wooden railings and colonial street lamps, this sight has become one of the most beautiful places in Australia. If you are not lazy to travel till the end of the pier, you will see a small shelter that has become the visiting card of this place.

For today, the pier performs its direct functions a century later after the construction. It is also the start of the famous yacht race called Brisbane to Gladstone which takes place in April. Moreover, this sight is depicted in many images and pieces of art exhibited in Brisbane art galleries.

Together with the Redcliffe peninsula, the Boondall Wetlands, Moreton Bay Islands and the Shorncliffe cliffs, this pier is a perfect place to photograph in Australia.

To get fantastic photos of Australia, we recommend coming here during sunrise or sunset hours. Moreover, you may capture the full Moon over Morton Bay. In case you can choose the time of your visit, go to the pier during the low tide. It’s particularly important if you plan to wander to the southern part of the construction.

10. Wave Rock in Western Australia

In this place, you will get the most fantastic photos of Australia. Being one of the highest Australian waves, Wave Rock is situated far from the ocean. It is 15 meters high and 100 meters long. This natural wonder is colored in such a way that it resembles a big wave that may crash the bush at any moment.

Wave Rock doesn’t limit your imagination so you are free to experiment with various perspectives. For example, surf the wave or follow the walk trails to the top.

If you come here after winter rains, you will be able to enjoy the beauty of the blooming flowers taking your breath away. Besides, there is a collection of the rock paintings in the Mulka's Cave situated nearby. It is the story of the local Aboriginal legend.