Oceania · Country guide
Australia
Currency, language, tipping etiquette, and how to get around Australia — plus every Tripzeeker itinerary covering the country.
Currency
AUD
Language
English
Tipping
Not expected
Region
Oceania
Currency
Australia uses the Australian Dollar (AUD). Use Tripzeeker's currency converter to check live exchange rates before you travel.
Language
The main language is English. English is widely understood, especially in tourist areas.
Tipping etiquette
Tipping isn't expected — staff are paid a proper wage; rounding up is a nice gesture, never obligatory.
Use the tip calculator →Getting around
Domestic flights for long distances between cities; rental car for road trips, city trains/trams within Sydney/Melbourne.
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What currency does Australia use?
Australia uses the Australian Dollar (AUD). Tripzeeker's currency converter and tip calculator can help you budget in your home currency before you go.
What language is spoken in Australia?
The main language is English. English is widely understood, especially in tourist areas.
Do I need to tip in Australia?
Tipping isn't expected — staff are paid a proper wage; rounding up is a nice gesture, never obligatory.
How do you get around Australia?
Domestic flights for long distances between cities; rental car for road trips, city trains/trams within Sydney/Melbourne.