The New York Times reveals the Australian places you need to visit

Two Australian destinations have been included on The New York Times‘ annual Top 52 Places to Go list, and we’re not surprised.

Australia is quite literally filled with incredible destinations and experiences, and The New York Times has recognised two of our best destinations in its annual list of 52 Places to Go.

The New York Times has recognised Tasmania and Brisbane in their pick of 2024 travel destinations. (Image: Zachary Ferguson)

Tasmania

Coming in at number 29 is the island state of Tasmania, “where foraging for ingredients is part of the local flavour”.

With a special focus on the island’s Indigenous culture, The New York Times gives a shout-out to the Tasmanian Walking Company, the rugged Bruny Island, Wukalina (Mount William National Park) and Larapuna (Bay of Fires). They also encourage travellers to taste Indigenous-owned and operated Palawa Kipli’s bush tucker experiences.

Visiting Larapuna (Bay of Fires) should be on your 2024 bucket list. (Image: Spencer Chow)

Brisbane

In 39th spot is Queensland capital Brisbane for “food, art and vertiginous views in a city gearing up for its Olympic moment”.

Ahead of the 2032 Olympics, Brisbane is in full preparation mode. The $3.6 billion expansion of Queen’s Wharf will see the city transform with new hotels, parks, public spaces and a 250-metre rooftop runway of restaurants and bars, sitting 100 metres above the Brisbane River, called Sky Deck.

There’s no better time to visit Brisbane than now, as it gears up for the Olympics. (Image: Brisbane Local Marketing)

Where else made the list?

The 2024 list highlights travel destinations The New York Times believes people should take advantage of this year and offers inspiration around sustainable travel, international and cultural events, nature and art.

Taking out the number one spot is The Path of Totality in North America, which is the total solar eclipse on 8 April that will be seen in Mexico, Canada and 13 US states.

The Path of Totality in North America is the number one travel experience in 2024. (Image: Ian Parker)

The top 10 features Paris, Yamaguchi in Japan, New Zealand by train, Maui, Baaj Nwaavjo I’tah Kukveni in Arizona, Singapore, O’Higgins in Chile, Ladakh in India and Geneva in Switzerland.

New Zealand by train is on the cards for 2024. (Image: Tim Marshall)