Hidden gems: Observation decks in Australia

Discover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in Australia. This list contains 25 places from Observation deck category.

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Wilanup Lookout image
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Wilanup Lookout
Observation deck
👍👍 Amazing walk with perfect walking tracks for everyone to use from the lighthouse to Sugarloaf. Around about a 8km return trip. We got to see a whale, dolphins, snake and birds along the walk.
5.00 (7 reviews)
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Point Lookout
Observation deck
5.00 (5 reviews)
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Hawkings Point Lookout
Observation deck
👍👍 Absolutely stunning lookout! Very easy to climb in maybe 20 minutes and even more spectacular during sunset. This is something you can easily do at the end of the day, bringing some snacks onto the top and enjoy the beauty of nature and this island!😀
4.90 (119 reviews)
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Flying Fox Viewing Platform
Observation deck
👍👍 Thought this was a city lookout but surprisingly found so many bats for viewing!!! It's kind of scary but at the same time stunning to see so many bats!!! At the beginning we were a little scared of seeing the bats....we didn't actually know Flying Foxes were bats....and we were afraid of bats due t...
4.80 (133 reviews)
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Convoy Lookout
Observation deck
👍👍 The City of Albany has looked after this historic area quite well since the 1980s. It was a derelict run down dump here back in the 1970s. Nicely preserved history. Well worth visiting or volunteering to help out around the area. The Garrison restaurant prepares amazing meals .
4.80 (44 reviews)
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Scotts Head Lookout
Observation deck
4.80 (44 reviews)
Jebbribillum Lookout image
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Jebbribillum Lookout
Observation deck
👍👍 Wonderful loukout and tracking path.
4.80 (34 reviews)
South Perth Observation Deck image
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South Perth Observation Deck
Observation deck
👍👍 I chose the Observation Deck to be a clean place and took these photos as part of our ongoing project #LocalGuides Clean The World, this place is also open 24 hours andis great place to view Perth city day or night and to be a great place to take Photos #GoogleMaps , #Meetup, #Ceanup
4.80 (29 reviews)
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Checks Viewpoint
Observation deck
👍👍 Amazing views
4.80 (8 reviews)
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White Cliffs Lookout
Observation deck
👍👍 Great set of steps leading to the look out and a ramp and steps take you down the other side. It's a great walk at any time of the day. There are swans on the water, feeding in the shadows; views across to Melbourne on a clear day (during a northerly breeze); photo opportunities of the sunrise to th...
4.70 (111 reviews)
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Skywalk lookout, Dorrigo National Park
Observation deck
👍👍 Very accessible, just right next to the visitors centre. Lots of parking and there is a cafe and facilities. Thr skywalk and the waterfalls are the highlight of the park
4.70 (93 reviews)
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Chapmans Point
Observation deck
👍👍 There is a short trail to the rocks below. A very nice walk all the way down.
4.70 (36 reviews)
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Hopkins River Lookout
Observation deck
👍👍 Nice relaxing place. Ample parking, toilets and bins onsite. Dogs allowed
4.60 (107 reviews)
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Cheetham Wetlands Observation Tower
Observation deck
👍👍 Very nice view when you get up to the observation deck. The shortest entrance actually from sunman drive instead of follow the Google maps. Around it has a nice walk path for walking.
4.60 (59 reviews)
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Corindi Beach Lookout
Observation deck
4.60 (39 reviews)
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Mount Barker Rotary Lookout
Observation deck
4.60 (37 reviews)
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Tank 7 Lookout
Observation deck
👍 Nice spot
4.60 (14 reviews)
Sovereign Park Viewing Deck image
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Sovereign Park Viewing Deck
Observation deck
👍👍 On our visit to Australia recently we rented a house almost directly opposite. A walk to the Viewing platform & then down to the glorious beach was a daily pleasure for us.. Breathtaking views from the viewing area of the Sunset , can't wait to return in February to see family & friends again .
4.60 (10 reviews)
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Fire Observation Tower
Observation deck
4.60 (5 reviews)
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Measday's Lookout
Observation deck
👍 It's a beautiful place. Though it is kinda hidden. Beautiful tracking and hiking trails. Has slope and high steep. Can have city view from some spots. Has parking facilities
4.50 (106 reviews)
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