{"id":76753,"date":"2026-03-03T18:15:48","date_gmt":"2026-03-03T10:15:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.you.co\/au\/?p=76753"},"modified":"2026-03-30T17:12:48","modified_gmt":"2026-03-30T09:12:48","slug":"best-easter-getaways-australia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.you.co\/au\/blog\/best-easter-getaways-australia\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Easter Getaways 2026: Top Holiday Spots for Australians\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Easter 2026 falls on 5 April, giving Australians a four-day long weekend from Good Friday (3 April) to Easter Monday (6 April). <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Stack on a few days of annual leave alongside Anzac Day, and you’ve got a 10-day mega-break! Whether you’re after a beach escape, a family adventure, a budget road trip, or a long-haul holiday to Europe or Asia, here’s everything you need to plan the perfect Easter getaway in 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u26a1TL;DR: Best Easter Getaways at a Glance <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Category<\/strong><\/th>Best Destination<\/strong><\/th>Why Go at Easter<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Best Overall in Australia<\/strong><\/td>Gold Coast, QLD<\/td>Beaches, theme parks, perfect autumn weather<\/td><\/tr>
Best for Families<\/strong><\/td>Sydney, NSW<\/td>Sydney Royal Easter Show (one of Australia’s biggest events)<\/td><\/tr>
Best 3-Day Domestic Trip<\/strong><\/td>Blue Mountains, NSW<\/td>Easy from Sydney, stunning autumn foliage<\/td><\/tr>
Best Cheap Getaway<\/strong><\/td>Merimbula, NSW<\/td>#1 trending Easter destination, great value deals<\/td><\/tr>
Best Road Trip<\/strong><\/td>Great Ocean Road, VIC<\/td>Mild autumn weather, dramatic coastal scenery<\/td><\/tr>
Best for Nature<\/strong><\/td>Kangaroo Island, SA<\/td>Wildlife at its best, uncrowded beaches<\/td><\/tr>
Best in Asia<\/strong><\/td>Bali, Indonesia<\/td>Short flight, warm weather, incredible value<\/td><\/tr>
Best in Europe<\/strong><\/td>Rome, Italy<\/td>Vatican Easter celebrations, world-class history<\/td><\/tr>
Best Budget International<\/strong><\/td>Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia<\/td>Direct flights, affordable, vibrant food scene<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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  1. Where is the Best Place to Go on Easter in Australia? <\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Easter Getaways in Australia<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Must-Know Easter Events for Families<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Where to Go for 3 Days on Easter?<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. Cheap Easter Getaways <\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  6. Easter Getaways in Asia <\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  7. Easter Getaways in Europe <\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  8. Easter Weekend Travel Tips <\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  9. FAQs<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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    Where is the Best Place to Go on Easter in Australia? <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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    For the broadest range of travellers, the Gold Coast<\/strong> is consistently Australia\u2019s most popular Easter destination. Families, couples, groups, and solo adventurers all find something to love \u2014 beaches, theme parks, and mild April weather.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    For best value<\/strong>, Merimbula<\/strong> on the NSW South Coast is the #1 trending domestic Easter destination, offering stunning beaches, whale-watching, and affordability compared with Byron Bay or the Gold Coast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    For family fun<\/strong>, Sydney\u2019s Royal Easter Show<\/strong> is hard to beat \u2014 rides, live entertainment, show bags, and the Easter Bunny make it a highlight for kids.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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