Planning to see a show or concert in Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Brisbane or Perth?  Or perhaps you’re heading to town and want to stay close to the entertainment action?

Learn about five iconic Australian entertainment favourites along with recommended hotels to stay at nearby:

Sydney Entertainment Centre and Darling Harbour

Many of the world’s biggest music acts play at the famous “Ent Cent”, which hosts an average million + people a year.

In fact, it was  a second home of sorts for Pink during her record breaking Australian tour in 2009.  It’s also a favourite for major local and international conventions.

As is the Convention Centre at nearby Darling Harbour, where you’ll find an exciting choice of bars, restaurants, shopping and nightlife, as well as the IMAX cinema and harbour activities.

If you’re in town for business or pleasure, the Novotel Hotel Rockford Darling Harbour is an excellent choice.

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Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne

Named after Australia’s greatest ever tennis player, this excellent venue hosts the Australian Open tennis championships, music concerts, motorbike super-crosses, even ballet and wrestling.

Close by, in Federation Square, you’ll find an exceptional array of restaurants, bars and specialty stores to enjoy and explore before or after the show.

The nearby Mantra Hotel On Jolimont East Melbourne (pictured) has studio and 1 bedroom apartments with fully equipped kitchens.

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Her Majesty’s Theatre, Adelaide

This regal theatre circa 1913 has long been an affectionate favourite with Adelaide theatregoers. It holds a one thousand strong audience for performances by world famous comedians, musicians, theatre shows and even psychics.

The Hilton Adelaide is very close by, boasting an elegant Lobby Lounge bar with live music on Friday and Saturday evenings.

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River Stage, Brisbane

Inspired by the temporary river stage built for World Expo ’88, this two hectare outdoor entertainment venue in the botanic gardens hosts an eclectic mix of music festivals and shows, mostly in the summer.

Performers have ranged from Lilly Allen to Megadeth to the annual carols fundraiser performances to ‘Sing for Water’ and everyone in between.

Right by the Botanical Gardens are the Quay West Suites, a short walk or bus ride to the city’s entertainment, shopping and dining precincts.

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Perth Concert Hall

A favourite of classical music lovers - and the international orchestras who woo them - the Perth Concert Hall is believed to have the most impressive acoustic of any venue in the southern hemisphere.

It’s also the venue to see, hear and savor major contemporary acts, along the lines of past performers Tim Minchin, Sting and Tori Amos.

The Duxton Hotel is a wonderful property that offers a pre-show menu at The Grill restaurant, with stunning views from the terrace.

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