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Sydney

Australia's harbour city - the iconic Opera House and Harbour Bridge, golden surf beaches and an irresistible outdoor lifestyle.

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5 Restaurants
5 Hotels
1 Itineraries

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Best time to visit

September to November (spring) and March to May (autumn) bring warm, settled, comfortable weather with fewer crowds - the sweet spot for sightseeing and the beaches. Summer (December to February) is hot and ideal for swimming but busy. Winters are mild, sunny and quiet, and great value, with whale watching offshore.

Daily budget
$230
Time zone
GMT+10 (AEST/AEDT)
Language
English
Currency
AUD (Australian Dollar (AUD))
Emergency
000 / 112
Power
Type I · 230V

About Sydney

Sydney lives around its dazzling harbour, one of the most beautiful in the world. The white sails of the Opera House and the great arch of the Harbour Bridge frame a city built for the outdoors, where ferries crisscross sparkling water, surfers ride the breaks at Bondi, and locals spill onto beaches, parks and harbourside cafes whenever the sun is out - which is often. The icons are unmissable - tour or see a show at the Opera House, climb or walk the Harbour Bridge, and ride the ferry to Manly for the classic harbour view. But Sydney's real magic is its beach culture and natural beauty: the cliff-top Bondi to Coogee coastal walk, the historic lanes of The Rocks, the harbour beaches and the eucalyptus-blue wilderness of the Blue Mountains just beyond the suburbs. The weather is glorious for much of the year, with warm summers (December to February) for the beaches and mild, sunny winters perfect for sightseeing. Tap on with an Opal card, slip-slop-slap against the strong sun, and embrace the laid-back, open-air way of life.

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Things to Do in Sydney

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Sydney Opera HouseCulture

Sydney Opera House

The most recognisable building in Australia, a UNESCO masterpiece of billowing white sails on the harbour - tour it, dine there or see a performance.

1-2 hours Tours from AUD 434.8(280,000)
Sydney Harbour BridgeHistorical

Sydney Harbour Bridge

The mighty steel arch nicknamed the Coathanger, crossed on foot for free or climbed to the summit for unforgettable harbour views.

1-3 hours Walk free, BridgeClimb from AUD 1744.8(200,000)
Bondi BeachBeach

Bondi Beach

Australia's most famous beach, a golden crescent of surf, sand and people-watching backed by cafes, with an iconic ocean pool at its southern end.

Half day Free4.7(180,000)
Bondi to Coogee Coastal WalkNature

Bondi to Coogee Coastal Walk

A stunning 6km cliff-top trail past beaches, rock pools and parks, one of the best free things to do in Sydney.

2-3 hours Free4.8(90,000)
Taronga ZooEntertainment

Taronga Zoo

A harbourside zoo with native Australian and exotic animals and jaw-dropping views back to the city skyline, reached by a scenic ferry.

Half day From AUD 514.6(110,000)
The RocksHistorical

The Rocks

Sydney's oldest neighbourhood, a maze of cobbled lanes, colonial sandstone buildings, pubs and weekend markets beside the harbour.

1-2 hours Free4.6(80,000)
Blue MountainsNature

Blue Mountains

A vast wilderness of eucalyptus forests, dramatic cliffs and the Three Sisters rock formation, with bushwalks and lookouts a 90-minute trip from the city.

Full day Free (some sites charge)4.7(95,000)

Where to Eat in Sydney

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Quay

Quay

Fine Dining / Contemporary $$$$4.7(15,000)

A celebrated tasting-menu restaurant with stunning Opera House and harbour views, renowned for its artful modern Australian cooking.

Bourke Street Bakery

Bourke Street Bakery

Bakery / Cafe $4.6(25,000)

A much-loved Sydney bakery chain famous for its sausage rolls, ginger brulee tarts and crusty sourdough.

Mr Wong

Mr Wong

Chinese / Cantonese $$$4.5(22,000)

A glamorous, always-buzzing basement restaurant for excellent Cantonese cooking and yum cha in the heart of the city.

Icebergs Dining Room

Icebergs Dining Room

Italian / Seafood $$$4.5(18,000)

A glamorous Italian dining room above the famous Bondi Icebergs pool, with sweeping beach views and superb seafood.

Harry's Cafe de Wheels

Harry's Cafe de Wheels

Australian / Pies $4.4(20,000)

An iconic late-night pie cart by the wharf since 1938, serving the classic Tiger - a meat pie topped with peas and mash.

Where to Stay in Sydney

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Park Hyatt Sydney

Park Hyatt Sydney

Luxury $$$$4.8(5,000)

Sydney's most coveted address, hugging the harbour at The Rocks with direct Opera House views, a rooftop pool and a spa.

QT Sydney

QT Sydney

Boutique $$$4.6(4,500)

A playful, design-led boutique hotel in two heritage buildings in the CBD, with quirky interiors, a great bar and central location.

Sydney Harbour YHA

Sydney Harbour YHA

Hostel $4.5(6,000)

A modern, well-located hostel in The Rocks with a rooftop terrace boasting Opera House and bridge views - unbeatable for the price.

Vibe Hotel Rushcutters Bay

Vibe Hotel Rushcutters Bay

Mid-Range $$4.4(3,500)

A comfortable, good-value hotel with a rooftop pool near the harbour and Kings Cross, handy for the city and eastern suburbs.

Wake Up! Central Sydney

Wake Up! Central Sydney

Hostel $4.2(5,500)

A lively, sociable backpacker hostel above Central Station, with a bar, cafe and easy transport links across the city.

Sydney Itineraries

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4-day trip

Classic 4 Days in Sydney

easy AUD 800 - 1,400

A harbour-and-beaches loop through the Opera House and The Rocks, Bondi and the coastal walk, the city and a day in the Blue Mountains.

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Sydney Budget Guide

CategoryBudgetMid-RangeLuxury
Flights$700 - $1,600$700 - $1,600$700 - $1,600
Accommodation$40/night$160/night$500/night
Food$25/day$55/day-
Activities$45/day$45/day$45/day
Local Transport$10/day$10/day$10/day
Daily Average$95$230$620

Local currency: Australian Dollar (AUD)

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