Our Top 10 Walking Towns!

Melbourne's Yarra River Photo: Getty

1. Melbourne, VIC

“This city is beautiful on the eyes as well as on the feet!”
—Esther Rankmore

2. Canberra, ACT

“We have the country life wrapped up in a beautiful city. Parks, mountains, waterways—they’re all on our doorstep!”
—Ruby Barnett

3. Noosa, QLD

“Here, we have hills, romance, fresh air, koalas—need I say more?” —Donna Philipson

4. Shepparton, VIC

“Our walking tracks are safe, clean, historically interesting and culturally significant, with plenty of gorgeous flora and fauna.”
—Kim Mansell

5. Adelaide, SA (tied with 6)

“Adelaide has incredible beaches and parklands, and the beautiful Barossa Valley. The city’s also small enough to walk around.”
—Genna Centenera

6. Halls Gap, VIC

“We have fantastic scenery here, and a number of walks to do—both easy and hard!”
—Peter Roderick

7. Mooloolaba, QLD (tied with 8 and 9)

“Mooloolaba is beautiful: it has great walkways, views and shopping! There’s something here for everyone.” —Lauren Dean

8. Esperance, WA

“Esperance has fresh air, ocean breeze and beautiful views. It’s thoroughly inspiring!”
—Jeanette Hodges

9. Townsville, QLD

“I love the views in Townsville— you can look across the entire city and out to sea.”
—Marysia Gabrys

10. Port Macquarie, NSW

“Beautiful at dawn, it’s even better at night. It’s wonderful to walk here— we have pristine beaches and even a lighthouse!”

THE BEST OF THE REST

Best Wildlife: Lord Howe Island
Best Coffee, Best Pub Crawl and Best Window Shopping: Melbourne
Best for Family Walks, Best Views, Best for Romantic Walks and Best for Beachcombing: Noosa