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Sydney

Australia · New South Wales · 3 m

Short description of Sydney

Sydney is Australia’s largest and best-known metropolis, offering a fascinating blend of culture, urban life, and nature. The city is famous for iconic landmarks such as the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge, its spectacular natural harbour, and the beaches of Bondi and Manly. Sydney combines a diverse, multicultural food and cultural scene with vibrant neighbourhoods, a relaxed coastal lifestyle, and the dramatic landscapes of the nearby Blue Mountains. As the capital of New South Wales and one of the country’s most important cities, Sydney is a major gateway to Australia for travellers from around the world.

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Recommended length of stay

Minimum3 days
Optimal5 days
Maximum10 days

Travel seasons at a glance

Best time to visit: November – January

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All highlights and sightsBeta

  1. Sydney Opera House (UNESCO)
  2. Sydney Harbour Bridge & BridgeClimb
  3. Bondi Beach
  4. Bondi to Coogee Coastal Walk
  5. Blue Mountains(Day trip)
  6. Sydney Harbour
  7. Circular Quay
  8. The Rocks
  9. Royal Botanic Garden & Mrs Macquarie's Chair
  10. Manly Ferry
  11. Manly Beach
  12. Royal National Park(Day trip)
  13. Surfing at Bondi Beach
  14. Taronga Zoo Sydney
  15. Hunter Valley Wine Region(Day trip)
  16. Darling Harbour
  17. Barangaroo Reserve
  18. Sydney Tower Eye
  19. Queen Victoria Building
  20. Hyde Park Barracks (UNESCO)
  21. Art Gallery of New South Wales
  22. Museum of Contemporary Art Australia
  23. Australian Museum
  24. Australian National Maritime Museum
  25. St Mary's Cathedral
  26. Hyde Park
  27. Chinese Garden of Friendship
  28. Cockatoo Island (UNESCO)
  29. Watsons Bay & The Gap
  30. Coogee Beach
  31. Bronte Beach
  32. Palm Beach & Barrenjoey Lighthouse
  33. Sydney Harbour Kayaking
  34. Humpback Whale Watching (May - November)

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