South Pacific
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Most popular Time Out cities in the South Pacific
Sydney
Australia’s ‘Emerald City’ glitters with lush foliage and a famous harbour
Melbourne
This buzzy cultural capital never stops (except for cocktails)
Brisbane
A sunny sub-tropical city on a snaking river
Perth
60,000 years of continuous Noongar culture in a modern boomtown
Adelaide
Country meets city chic in the home of Australia’s largest fringe fest
Wellington
Clean air, friendly people and beautiful vistas in New Zealand’s capital
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Things to do in the South Pacific
The 50 best things to do in Sydney
Sydney’s a beautiful place to live and a glorious city to visit – check out the city's most unmissable places, bars and activities.
The 101 best things to do in Melbourne
Wondering what to do in Melbourne? Take a look at our ultimate bucket list: 50 fun things to do, plus what makes the city great, from the food to the…
Best things to do in Launceston
You’ll find top-notch food and wine, thrilling nature encounters and world-class culture in Tasmania’s northern riverside city.
Best things to do in Taupo
Exhilarating adventures, relaxing springs and picturesque nature encounters are just some of the things to do in Taupo.
Restaurants in the South Pacific
Best restaurants in Christchurch
Need to book a quick dinner or fine dining experience? Here are the best restaurants in Christchurch to check out.
Best restaurants in Auckland
Taste your way through the city with our guide to the best restaurants in Auckland, from fine dining to cheap eats.
Best restaurants in Adelaide
Eat your way through South Australia’s coastal capital with our guide to the finest restaurants in Adelaide.
Best restaurants in Wellington
Here’s our pick of the nine best restaurants Wellington has to offer.
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Bars in the South Pacific
Best bars in Melbourne
Melbourne's bar scene continues to be the envy of the nation
Best bars in Sydney
From rough-and-ready beer-stained pubs to bowling clubs and speakeasies
Hotels in the South Pacific
Best hotels in Sydney
Don't expect giants here: the chains have more than pull their weight
Best hotels in Brisbane
This is no longer a town with a small number of inns running at high occupancy
Best hotels in Melbourne
Expect to slip into a private spa in a palatial penthouse and being surrounded by art
Best hotels in Perth
More than 20 new or renovated hotels have opened since 2012 here