How many tourists visit Australia each year?
For the year ending June 2023, over 5.4 million visitors travelled to Australia. Over 2.1 million came to see family and friends, while over 1.8 million listed holidays as their main reason for making the trip. Education is also a popular reason, with over 346,000 coming to Australia to study.
How many tourists visited Australia in 2022?
For the year ending June 2022, over 1.1 million visitors journeyed to Australia. New South Wales was the most popular state, receiving over 495,000 visitors, with Victoria in second place, receiving over 361,000 visitors.
How much do overseas visitors spend in Australia?
For the year ending June 2023, visitors spent over $34 billion during trips to Australia. Spending on education and holidays historically generates the most revenue each year.
Which country visits Australia the most?
New Zealand has held the top spot for the past four years, with over 978,000 visiting in 2023. Australia also receives a high volume of visitors from the UK, the USA, and parts of Asia.
How long do visitors stay in Australia?
Visitors stayed on average 35 nights per trip to Australia—spending over 193 million nights in Australia in 2023.
Historical Statistics
Australian Tourism Statistics – 2012