Sydney

City break
Architecture
Nature
Beaches
Foodie

Sydney is arranged around a large natural harbour, with ferries as ordinary transport and ocean beaches a short ride from the centre. The coastal walks between beaches are the city's best free activity. Four days covers the harbour, two or three beaches and a day trip to the Blue Mountains.

How long to stay

September to November and March to May.

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Best time to go

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Is Sydney right for your trip?

Based on what this guide covers, not a score. This is what Sydney is known for.

Great for

  • Food
  • Nature
  • Solo

Less of a focus

  • History & culture
  • Nightlife
  • Family
  • Couples
  • Budget friendly

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Bondi to Coogee coastal walk

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Sydney

A six-kilometre clifftop path linking a chain of ocean beaches, rock pools and headlands on the eastern suburbs coast.

Nature
3h

Sydney Harbour Bridge

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Sydney

The 1932 steel arch across the harbour, crossed free on the pedestrian walkway or climbed to the summit on a guided climb.

Landmark
2h
Sydney Opera House

Sydney Opera House

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Jørn Utzon's shell-roofed performing arts centre of 1973 on Bennelong Point, visited on backstage tours or by attending a performance.

Landmark
2h

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Popular activities

  • Manly ferry and beach day

    Public ferry across the harbour heads to an ocean beach suburb.