The ultimate state-by-state guide to city escapes

Australia’s cities are buzzing like never before. New festivals and events, food, wine experiences and entertainment are combining to create a unique time for a very special urban holiday.

While we are all holidaying at home, don’t miss out on the excitement and buzz that only a city stay can give you.

Today, we bring you a special Explore feature: The ultimate guide to city stays, with a quirky fresh take on where to stay, eat and see things you can only find in our cities.

Want Broadway musicals? Great art? Nightlife? Each of our metropolises creates a mix of all of these in its own way. And then there are the icons of each city – so special and so much part of their identity.

There are some fantastic deals on city stays right now – from top hotels to family accomodation. So hit the city this winter and be surprised.