Our 6 favourite Aussie road trips

Us Aussies are lucky ducks for living in such a gorgeous country. And while we can't travel as far as we once would've liked, our own backyard is pretty special, and there's been no better time to explore it. The best way to discover Australia's expansive landscapes is to put down the boarding pass and pick up a road map. After all, why go straight from A to B when you can take the scenic route?

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Time to hit the road?

From epic coastlines to ancient rainforests, from hip coastal towns to mouth-watering wine regions, we've rounded up the top six Australian Road Trips to add to your bucket list. So put together that road trip playlist, buckle up and let's get driving.

Great Ocean Road

This heritage-listed road stretches for 276 kilometres winding alongside isolated beaches, over soaring bluffs, amid lush rainforest and through cute artsy towns.

Great Tropical Drive

The Great Tropical Drive is the ultimate highlight reel of all the epic landscapes and scenic wonders of Tropical North Queensland.

Legendary Pacific Coast

The Legendary Pacific Coast is the perfect way to get acquainted with the east coast of Australia and some of the most spectacular scenery this region has to offer.

Grand Pacific Drive

This 140-kilometre stretch of pristine coastline is so gorgeous that your jaw will be dropped the entire way.

Great Eastern Drive

Discover deserted coastline, misty hinterland, sumptuous fresh food and some of the best wines you'll ever taste on this epic road trip.

Epicurean Way

Prepare to feast your way around the culinary heart of South Australia. The road trip along the Epicurean Way is, first and foremost, a trip for the tastebuds.