There is sufficient reason why Australia is highly associated with amazing beaches that boast of wide stretches of sand and bright, shiny sun. Since the land of Down Under is considered an island country, any traveller can expect beaches to be almost everywhere. With just a short ride from the centre of the city, the best beaches are just within any local and tourists' reach.

Here are some of the best beaches that deserve to be checked out in Oz:

The Bondi Beach is the most popular in any Australian best beaches list. This is the best to head to especially if you do not mind hanging out with too many people around. But for sure, you'd enjoy its amazing and unique dining options all found in one strip.

If you want to settle for something private where you can spend secluded time alone or with friends and family, then it's Garie Beach you should go for. This can be seen in Royal National Park. Make sure too that you are aware of the flags where the lifeguards consider safe since it can be too dangerous at times to swim there.

Dolphins can be found in a place that is about 30 minutes from Denham and that is none other than the Monkey Mia beach. When you get a chance to see the dolphins visit its shores, then you can also get the opportunity to feed them as well.

For gatherings where you want to use free grilling and picnic spots, then it's the Bronte Beach to target. It offers very soft textured sands and ensures a safe enclosed sea pool. It can be easily reached from Sydney's downtown by simply catching the Bus No 378 in the Central Railway Station.

Finally, if you want to spot the most significant symbol of Australia which is the kangaroo, then never miss to visit the Twilight Beach. It is about 7 kilometres west of Esperance. That's just about seven beaches in distance.

Check out the slideshow for more beaches that you'd enjoy Down Under!

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