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Things to do in Sydney

 

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Sydney Harbour
Ranked #1 of 261 attractions in Sydney
Category: Bodies of Water
Owner description: Secluded beaches, quiet coves and soaring headlands predominate this harbor, which is considered one of the world's most... more » Owner description: Secluded beaches, quiet coves and soaring headlands predominate this harbor, which is considered one of the world's most beautiful. « less
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Ranked #2 of 261 attractions in Sydney
Category: Hiking Trails
Owner description: A cliff top coastal walk, the Bondi to Coogee walk extends for six km in Sydney’s eastern suburbs. The walk features stunning... more » Owner description: A cliff top coastal walk, the Bondi to Coogee walk extends for six km in Sydney’s eastern suburbs. The walk features stunning views, beaches, parks, cliffs, bays and rock pools. The beaches and parks offer a place to rest, swim or a chance to eat at one of the cafes, hotels, restaurants or takeaways. All beaches offer picnic shelters, electric barbecues, play areas, kiosks, toilets and change-rooms. The walk is not difficult, there are medium gradient paths and several staircases with occasional seating. It takes about two hours to complete the Bondi to Coogee Beach section of the walk and another hour and a half if you choose to continue to Maroubra.The Bondi to Tamarama walk is the venue for the Sculpture by the Sea , Thursday 18 October – Sunday 4 November 2012 .Tamarama Beach and Mackenzie’s Point is a favorite with surfers and Bronte Beach is popular with families. A board walk takes you past Waverley Cemetery, the most scenic burial ground in the world. Swim snorkel or dive at Clovelly Beach and Gordon’s Bay. Enjoy the cafes and Wylie’s Bath at Coogee. If you like you can continue to Maroubra Beach via the Lurline Bay wetlands. Make sure you wear comfy shoes, bring a hat, sunglasses, sun screen and water. « less
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Ranked #3 of 261 attractions in Sydney
Category: Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas
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Ranked #4 of 261 attractions in Sydney
Category: Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas
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Ranked #5 of 261 attractions in Sydney
Category: Gardens

The Botanic Gardens are a must see when visiting Sydney. The gardens are situated on the shores of the Sydney Harbour, with the Opera House and Circular Quay on the western... more »

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Ranked #6 of 261 attractions in Sydney
Category: Bridges; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Owner description: Spanning the city center to the North Shore, the Sydney Harbour Bridge is a wide steel arch bridge known for its beauty as... more » Owner description: Spanning the city center to the North Shore, the Sydney Harbour Bridge is a wide steel arch bridge known for its beauty as well as function, providing a crossing for cars, trains, bikes and pedestrians. While the more daring can do the BridgeClimb to the top of the structure, opened to traffic in 1932, anyone can enjoy a walk for free. « less
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Ranked #7 of 261 attractions in Sydney
Category: Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Operas; Theatres; Architectural Buildings; Ballets
Owner description: Follow our friendly guide on an incredible tour of Sydney Opera House -exploring the World Heritage-listed masterpiece home... more » Owner description: Follow our friendly guide on an incredible tour of Sydney Opera House -exploring the World Heritage-listed masterpiece home to 1000 rooms, 300 corridors and hundreds of tales and secrets. Step inside the inspired venues where more than 1600 performances come to life each year and walk in the footsteps of stars like John Cleese, Pavarotti and The Cure. With audio visual aids you will be taken back in time to when the first concrete ribs were laid down at Bennelong Point and learn how Danish architect Jorn Utzon’s ambitious vision for a world class performing arts came into existence. You can’t experience Sydney Opera House without taking this tour!Tours run daily from 9am - 5pm. Available in English. Chinese, Japanese, Korean, French and German tours are also available. « less
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Ranked #8 of 261 attractions in Sydney
Category: Public Transportation Systems
Owner description: Sydney Ferries is a public transport agency, providing ferry services on Sydney Harbour and the Parramatta River in Sydney,... more » Owner description: Sydney Ferries is a public transport agency, providing ferry services on Sydney Harbour and the Parramatta River in Sydney, Australia.Having operated on Sydney Harbour and its related waterways since 1875, today Sydney Ferries carry over 14 million customers each year to destinations in and around Sydney. « less
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Ranked #9 of 261 attractions in Sydney
Category: Ferries/ Boats

The Manly Ferry is an easy and cheap way to get to Manly and to take a tour of Sydney Harbour -  tickets cost about $10 (same as a coffee and cake). Hot tea or coffee sandwiches... more »

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Ranked #10 of 261 attractions in Sydney
Category: Hiking Trails

Manly has a diversity of walks along the coast which offer fabulous views and historical interests.  Manly to Spit Bridge. A 10km three hour (one way) across Manly Cove to... more »

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Ranked #11 of 261 attractions in Sydney
Category: Beaches

Manly Beach to Shelley Beach  Manly Beach is about one mile long with a large foreshore and golden sands. The Northern end is called Queenscliff , and has a landlocked lagoon that... more »

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Ranked #12 of 261 attractions in Sydney
Category: Bodies of Water

Watsons Bay is an ideal place to go if you have limited time to experience the magnificent Sydney Harbour. For a cheap ferry ride from Circular Quay wharf no. 4 one may experience... more »

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Ranked #13 of 261 attractions in Sydney
Category: Operas
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Ranked #14 of 261 attractions in Sydney
Category: History Museums
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Ranked #15 of 261 attractions in Sydney
Category: Theatres
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Ranked #16 of 261 attractions in Sydney
Category: Art Museums

There is a reason over 1.3 million visitors come to the Art Gallery of New South Wales (Open Sun-Sat 10am-5pm, free admission) each year. Set within The Domain and overlooking... more »

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Ranked #17 of 261 attractions in Sydney
Category: Neighbourhoods; Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas

The Rocks is a precinct of narrow cobblestoned laneways and former merchants homes, which now house galleries, restaurants, boutiques and souvenir shops. However once upon a time... more »

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Ranked #18 of 261 attractions in Sydney
Category: Beaches; Trails
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Ranked #19 of 261 attractions in Sydney
Category: Amusement/ Theme Parks
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Ranked #20 of 261 attractions in Sydney
Travellers' Choice® 2013 Winner Beaches
Category: Beaches

Manly Beach is "seven miles from Sydney and a thousand miles from care"  - a quote penned by the Port Jackson and Manly Steamship Company who were in operation from the late 19th... more »

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Ranked #21 of 261 attractions in Sydney
Category: Neighbourhoods

Darling Harbour is just one of the most beautiful places in Sydney. Everything looks new and modern. Here you will find plenty of shops and restaurants along with several very... more »

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Ranked #22 of 261 attractions in Sydney
Category: Beaches

  Lower North Shore: Mosman/ Balmoral Beach Mosman is one of Sydney’s most exclusive suburbs; with historic aboriginal sites,Taronga Park Zoo, breathtaking views, stunning... more »

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Ranked #23 of 261 attractions in Sydney
Travellers' Choice® 2013 Winner Beaches
Category: Beaches; Neighbourhoods

Palm Beach / Pittwater /Hawkesbury River Palm Beach is situated approximately 40km from Sydney CBD and is Sydney’s most northerly beach positioned on the Pacific Ocean foreshores... more »

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Ranked #24 of 261 attractions in Sydney
Category: Shopping centres; Architectural Buildings; Historic Sites
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Ranked #25 of 261 attractions in Sydney
Category: Gardens
Owner description: A haven of tranquility in Sydney's bustling Chinatown, this fascinating garden with waterfalls, bridges and fish-filled ponds... more » Owner description: A haven of tranquility in Sydney's bustling Chinatown, this fascinating garden with waterfalls, bridges and fish-filled ponds was designed by experts from China and reflects designs dating back to the 5th century. « less
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Ranked #26 of 261 attractions in Sydney
Category: Beaches
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Ranked #27 of 261 attractions in Sydney
Category: Speciality Museums
Owner description: The Australian National Maritime Museum details the country's love for and dependence upon the seas with traditional exhibits... more » Owner description: The Australian National Maritime Museum details the country's love for and dependence upon the seas with traditional exhibits and film but also vessels to explore in Darling Harbour, including a destroyer and a submarine. The museum has many children's activities and offers sailing excursions. « less
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Ranked #28 of 261 attractions in Sydney
Category: Wharfs/ Piers/ Boardwalks
Owner description: Circular Quay is a colorful port where ferries and cruise ships board and depart, and boat watching can be as good a pastime... more » Owner description: Circular Quay is a colorful port where ferries and cruise ships board and depart, and boat watching can be as good a pastime as people watching. While street performers entertain outside, those wanting a more cultural experience can head into the Museum of Contemporary Art where a sculpture garden on the roof is as much a view as the waterways below. « less
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Ranked #29 of 261 attractions in Sydney
Category: Museums
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Ranked #30 of 261 attractions in Sydney
Category: Parks
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