Sydney is world renowned for its breathtaking harbour, busy
but laid back lifestyle and glorious golden sandy beaches. Sydney is very
multicultural and a definite must for any traveler. There is so much more to do
here than you could ever imagine. It doesn’t matter what your budget is you
will still have the time of your life.
Here are my top ten things to do in Sydney:
1) Sydney Opera House
Sydney Opera House the Sydney Opera House is one of the most
famous architectural landmarks in the world and it doesn’t matter how many
photos you have seen it will still wow you when you see it for the first time.
Spend the morning walking around the Opera House and taking great pictures with
the glorious harbour as a background.
If you would like to learn all about the history of this
famous landmark you can book to go on a guided tour. They offer two tours which
can easily booked online. The first tour is a standard one hour tour and very
popular with tourists. The second tour is a very in depth tour offering backstage
access but it is very costly.
Once you have seen all you want to of the Opera House take a
stroll around Circular Quay. Here you will find some great cafes and
restaurants where you can enjoy your meal with spectacular views of the
harbour. One of the best bars in the area is the Opera Bar. This is a great
place to grab a drink but it can be very busy on weekends. This paragraph is
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2) Blue Mountains
Blue Mountains the Blue Mountains are a world listed
heritage and here you will really feel at one with nature. These mountains are
named so due to the evaporating eucalyptus oil leaving a blue haze.
There are a lot of tours operating from the city centre so
you can pick the best tour for you and your budget. Most tours stop off on the
way at the Feather dale Wildlife Park for about forty minutes. This is not a
huge wildlife park so forty minutes is enough time to see everything.
Once at the Heritage Park you can go on rainforest walks and
ride the steepest railway in the world. There is also a great cable car so you
can see great views of the mountains.
3) Bondi Beach
Bondi Beach is the most famous beach in Australia and well
worth a visit. Bondi Beach is a great place for surfers, swimmers or for those
who just want a day soaking up the sun.
Bondi Beach is very accessible from all parts of Sydney by
train and shouldn’t be much more than a twenty minute journey. Once at Bondi
Junction you need to catch a bus to the sea front, the fare is very reasonable
and you can purchase a train and bus ticket at the same time.
If you fancy doing a spot of shopping before you head off to
the beach there is a great Westfield shopping centre at Bondi Junction. All the
major Australian chain stores are there and there are some great places to grab
lunch.
4) Sydney Harbour
Bridge
Sydney Harbour Bridge the world’s largest steel arched
bridge is an amazing sight, if you choose not to climb the bridge then walking
along the footpath is a definite must.
Booking to take part in the bridge climb is easy to do
online but it is a little bit pricy. The climb takes three hours when you
include all the safety preparations. The climb is not too hard so all fitness
levels can take part. Once you reach the top you will be greeted with amazing
views of Sydney and this makes the price well worth it. You are not allowed to
take cameras with you on the climb but you are given a souvenir photo of the
whole group at the top of the bridge.
If finding out about the history of the bridge interests you
then head over to the Pylon Museum situated on the Harbour Bridge. The museum
is full of facts and there is a short video on the making of the Harbour
Bridge. There is a charge for entry but if you have taken part in the bridge
climb you will receive a free pass. This paragraph is sponsored by perfect
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5) Taronga Zoo
Taronga Zoo is a huge zoo opposite to the Opera House and is
a great day for all ages.
To get to Taronga zoo you need to catch a ferry from
Circular Quay. You can purchase a joint ticket at the ferry terminal which
includes return ferry trips and the entry to the zoo. This is well worth doing
as you can avoid queuing to purchase tickets when you arrive at the zoo.
The zoo is full of all different types of animals and you
can also partake in an animal encounter for an extra charge. All the
information relating to the animal encounters will be on your guide map along
with the costs. The zoo also has a great eatery offering a wide variety of hot
and cold food.
6) The Rocks
The Rocks is an old fashioned part of Sydney with cobbled
streets and tons of character.
The Rocks is full of quirky souvenir shops, great cafes and
lots of bars with great beer gardens. This truly is one of the best places to
spend a lazy afternoon in Sydney. At weekends you can also ride around the area
in a horse drawn carriage.
The best time to visit the rocks is at the weekends when
they have their local market. The market operates Saturday and Sundays between
nine and five. You can pick up some really great hand made goods here and if
space in your case is a problem for you some stalls will post your purchase
home for you.
If ghosts and ghouls interest you then book to go on The
Rocks Ghost Tour. You can book the tour at the Tourist Information Centre
situated in The Rocks, the tour can be busy so you will need to book in
advance. Partaking in the tour is a great way to spend the evening, all the
hosts are actors so be prepared for a few laughs. The tour is great because you
find out a lot of facts about ghost sightings but also about the local area. This
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7) Manly
Manly is a picture perfect little beaching town just a short
ferry ride from Circular Quay.
The ferries run all day from Circular Quay and the prices
are quite reasonable. Once there you can swim in the ocean, sunbathe, take a
scenic walk, or spend all afternoon enjoying the sun in a great beer garden.
Manly has a great laid back vibe and is a fun day out for all.
If you want to find out about marine life and reptiles then pay
Ocean world a visit. This aquarium is not as big as the Sydney Aquarium but it
is still a nice way to spend a couple of hours.
8) Darling Harbour
Darling Harbour is a great place just a short walk from the
city centre and has tons of stuff to keep all ages entertained.
The Harbour has all the hustle and bustle of city life but
in a much nicer setting. Here you can visit an aquarium, a wildlife park, watch
a show at the IMAX theatre, shop or just chill for the afternoon in a great
café or bar.
The Sydney Aquarium is one of top attractions in Darling
Harbour. The aquarium is huge and could easily take you an afternoon to see
everything. The aquarium is very educational which is great if you are going
with children. The Shark tank is amazing and they have touch pools so you can
get up close to nature yourself. When purchasing your ticket you can also buy a
combined ticket for the Wildlife Park as well. This paragraph is sponsored by umrah
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9) Pitt Street Malls
Pitt Street Malls the Sydney city centre is a haven of shops
and a real must for any serious shopper.
You could quite easily spend a whole day looking around all
the malls and not go in every shop. Here you can find all the major shops plus
a few quirky stores thrown in for balance. Shopping is not the only thing to do
here they have Chinese massage stores, beauty therapists and a huge selection
of hairdressers.
Eating in the city centre can be as up market as you would
like. There are plenty of great restaurants offering all types of food but for
those on a budget head to the food court for some great cheap eats.
10) The Royal
Botanical Gardens
The Royal Botanical Gardens Head to the lush Botanical
Gardens for a quiet morning where you really need to feel at one with nature
after living the city life.
Take a quiet stroll and admire the beauty of what nature has
to offer. The gardens are splendid and there are lots of great places to have a
picnic or sit and watch the world go by.
Mrs. Macquarie’s Chair was carved in 1816 so you can soak up
a bit of history at the same time. This is a great place to take photos of the
Opera House and the Harbour Bridge. The area can be quite busy before and after
working times as it is a popular place with the locals to go jogging.
Entry to the gardens is free but if you wanted to make a
contribution there are donation boxes around the park. There are also free maps
around the park which are a good idea as it can be easy to get lost because of
the size of the gardens. In the heart of the gardens there is a great café but
it can be a bit pricey so if you are on a budget brings your own food.
