Whether you’re a seasoned traveller, or new to the game – exploring a different country or place can present a number of challenges. Luckily, it’s never been easier to find your footing with a wealth of smartphone apps that can take the stress out of your trip.
Find Australia’s best campgrounds, hiking trails, eating and drinking spots, hostels, points of interest, cheapest fuel stations, nearest toilets and the easiest transport options for traversing new regional and metropolitan destinations.
Just download and go – here are our Top 10 Travel Apps for exploring Australia.
WikiCamps
When touring Australia as a domestic or international traveller, an essential smartphone app for finding the country’s best campgrounds, caravan parks, backpacker hostels, points of interest and more is WikiCamps. Whether you’re staying close to civilization or venturing further away from the beaten track, this app is a great travel companion that can be used both online and offline. Download the content to your device prior to heading off, or update as you go – WikiCamps is high on our list when it comes to exploring the land down under.
AllTrails
Perfect for those who want to push their limits or push a stroller – AllTrails is your ultimate guide to hiking, mountain biking, running, walking and more. With every trail, near and far, verified by experts, this app should be top of your list when planning an Australian holiday. It has all the unexpected gems, as well as those visited time and again.
XE Currency converter
There’s nothing less exciting while travelling than dealing with money and trying to work out currency conversions. Perfect for international travellers to Australia, or Aussies heading abroad, XE Currency Converter eliminates the hassle of manually crunching numbers by providing precise conversion rates quickly. XE Currency Converter is an essential travel app for keeping track of expenses and comparing prices on the fly.
The Happiest Hour
Travelling with a booze budget? We’ve got the perfect app to help you have a good time without breaking the bank. One of our go-to apps for finding the best spots to eat and drink in Australia is The Happiest Hour. Whether you’re craving a quick and simple meal for an affordable price, or a bigger night out – The Happiest Hour is your wingperson when it comes to finding the hottest specials and where the locals hang out.
WiFi Map
Perfect for digital nomads, but also those who don’t want to blow through their mobile data, WiFi Map is our go-to recommendation for finding free Wi-Fi hotspots while travelling Australia. Suitable for those who work and travel, or those who want to update their social media on the go, WiFi Map has a wide range of free public WiFi spots to keep you online.
Toilet Finder
There’s nothing worse than adventuring through a new place and getting the sudden urge to go to the bathroom. Which is why Toilet Finder has made it onto our list of the top apps to download before travelling Australia. But it’s not just Australia, this app shows the nearest toilets across the globe. Wherever you’re travelling, eliminate the legitimate challenge of finding a toilet within seconds by downloading the Toilet Finder app.
Fuel Map
If you’re travelling Australia, it’s more than likely you’re doing so by car. With so many places to see while driving between towns or states, you’re probably wondering how you can save on fuel costs. Luckily, we have a great app to help you find the most affordable petrol stations around Australia – Fuel Map. This app has all the information when it comes to filling up your vehicle.
Beachsafe
Whether you’re taking a road trip up the coast, or just hoping for a swim down the road – find the nearest beach within seconds with the Beachsafe mobile app. When it comes to information about our prized beaches, no other app matches its coverage. Beachsafe has all the latest information about every beach in Australia – from patrol status, facilities at the location, and hazards like weather, swell, and the tide.
Hostelworld
On a budget and wanting to connect with other like minded travellers? Hostelworld is your must-have app for finding the best low-cost accommodation in Australia. Perfect for backpackers and tourists looking to meet new friends and socialise, Hostelworld has a wide number of accommodations across the country including hostels, hotels, and bed and breakfasts. Find hostels located near you and book quickly by downloading Hostelworld.
Maps.Me
Just download a map, choose a route, and get ready for a great journey. Sounds simple, right? Maps.me has everything when it comes to navigation. Don’t waste your mobile data while trying to get around, instead use an app that allows you to save maps offline. Just plug in your destination and the app will give you A to B directions while driving, walking or on public transport.
