Top attractions in Sydney
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Top sights in Sydney
What to see and do in Sydney
Located on one of the world's largest natural harbors, Sydney offers urban comfort with beautiful beaches and sprawling mountains on your doorstep. Here are some of the best attractions in Australia's largest city.
1. Sydney Opera House
Despite its name, the Sydney Opera House is actually comprised of multiple venues for performances of all types. Be sure to catch one at Australia's most recognizable landmark!
2. Sydney Harbour Bridge
Nicknamed "The Coathanger", the Sydney Harbour Bridge isn't just for ticking off your Sydney sightseeing checklist. You can climb it too! Book early to do a Bridge Climb tour at sunset.
3. Taronga Zoo
The not-for-profit Taronga Zoo is one of Sydney's top attractions, with barless enclosures, regular talks, and stunning views of the harbor if, you can take your eyes off the animals!
4. The Rocks
It doesn't sound like the most promising place for tours in Sydney but Australia's first European settlement called "The Rocks" is actually named for its historic sandstone buildings.
5. Sydney Tower Eye
Climb to Sydney's highest point to marvel at breathtaking views that stretch as far as the Blue Mountains. Then hunt for some fantastic deals at the shopping center beneath the Sydney Tower Eye!
6. WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo
Built as an extension of the city's aquarium to imitate the habitats of Australia's most iconic creatures, WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo is now one of the best things to do for families in Sydney!
7. Darling Harbour
The bold skyline of Darling Harbour crowns a lively recreational and tourism district, boasting everything from the Chinese Garden of Friendship to the world's largest IMAX screen!
Planning Your Visit
When to go?
Though some escaping the Northern Hemisphere's coldest months may enjoy the high temperatures of January and February, most will find the heat more bearable come March when fall rolls along. It's nonetheless perfect for checking out Sydney's best beaches! For those seeking lower-budget tourism, the cooler weather and low hotel prices make May the best time to visit.
How many days?
Of course it depends on what you want to do, but the must-see sights can be covered in a couple of days. Consider adding a day-trip to the Blue Mountains to your itinerary though, and if you've already booked a longer trip, don't worry! Sydney has enough going on to keep even the pickiest tourist satisfied for weeks.
How to get around?
Most of Sydney's attractions lie within the central business district or along the harbor. If you really don't want to walk between them, the City Circle train and the Monorail will take you to and from most points of interest. There is also an inexpensive ferry service that offers fantastic views of Sydney from the water. If you have reason to venture further out, you can check train times and routes at www.transportnsw.info.
Good to know
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- Language
- English
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- Currency
- Australian Dollar ($)
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- Time Zone
- UTC (+10:00)
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- Country Code
- 61
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- Best time to visit
- For milder temperatures, visit in March, but for budget-friendly deals and cooler weather, make sure you go in May!
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What people are saying about Sydney
A great experience that everyone needs to have, locals as well as travellers, been meaning to do this for years but the queues have always been too long not the case in 2020 for the obvious reasons. Declan (spelling) was a great tour guide and needs to be acknowledged. Thank you so much for the experience and the brunch was fantastic on such a beautiful day in Sydney.
My Fiancé and I had an amazing time the staff were so friendly and courteous I will recommend this to anyone as it was amazing and a great experience with exceptional value for money Please keep up the great work looking forward to the next flight I book with this service
Anyone can get a lot out of this tour. It was great to find out how rich Australia's history really is. Max was nice and really enthusiastic. It was easy to see how passionate he is about history. It made the experience that much enjoyable. Definitely recommend.
Great tour, we both really enjoyed it. Tour guide was lots of fun and she certainly knew her stuff. I have lived in Sydney all my life but she took us to places I didn't even know existed - the stories were very entertaining too!
Friendly staff dinner and presentation was great enjoyed our glass of champagne on arrival We would recommend this to all our friends and we will do it again without the rain -I hope
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