Things To Do

The best things to do in Rome for Americans start with the city’s deep layers of history, food, and art. From the Colosseum and Forum to the Vatican museums, Trastevere streets, quiet hills, and piazza life, Rome rewards steady days over rushed plans.

Bangkok is easier for first-time Australian visitors when you focus on a few strong experiences instead of trying to cover the whole city. The Grand Palace, Wat Arun, Yaowarat, Chatuchak, Thonburi canals, and rooftop nights show the mix of temples, food, river life, and energy that stays with you.

Bali is one of the easiest international getaways from Australia, with temples, volcano treks, beach clubs, rice terraces, snorkelling, spa time, and great local food all within easy reach. These 20 picks cover the island’s most worthwhile experiences for a short trip or a longer escape.

Paris rewards UK travellers who look beyond the obvious, with 15 hidden gems that turn sightseeing into slower discovery. From Canal Saint-Martin, covered passages and Belleville street art to food streets, quiet gardens and old rail walks, the city feels layered and alive.

The best moments in Dubai come from contrast rather than speed. From Burj Khalifa heights and fountain crowds to quiet creek rides, souks, mosque visits, desert evenings, Marina streets, beaches, seasonal gardens, Global Village, malls, and Ski Dubai, the experience builds and holds.

Kyoto’s best experiences for US travelers include major landmarks like Fushimi Inari, Kiyomizu-dera, Arashiyama, and Gion, but the city gets even better once you add quieter spots like Fushimi’s sake district, Ohara, Kurama, and hidden temple gardens.