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The Rocks ©
Neighborhood
The Rocks , Sydney
4.6
Sitting in the shadow of downtown Sydney, the cobblestone walkways and pastel-colored colonial-style buildings of The Rocks form a juxtaposit
Royal Botanic Garden Sydney ©
Garden
Royal Botanic Garden Sydney , Sydney
4.7
One of the best free attractions in Sydney, Royal Botanic Garden Sydney offers 30 hectares (74 acres) of colorful native Australian plants, d
Sydney Opera House ©
World heritage site · Theater
Sydney Opera House , Sydney
4.7
The Sydney Opera House stands as an icon of Australian architecture and one of the world's most instantly recognizable buildings. Designed by
Tours from $25
Bondi Beach ©
Beach
Bondi Beach , Sydney
4.2
Part of the Australian National Heritage List and one of the world's iconic stretches of sand, Bondi Beach is a must-see while in Sydney. Abo
Tours from $22
Darling Harbour ©
Neighborhood
Darling Harbour , Sydney
4.5
A harbor within the giant Sydney Harbour, Darling Harbour buzzes with activity right next to downtown Sydney. Shopping centers, museums, ente

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Sydney

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Theaters · Beaches · Bridges
After hitting up famous landmarks like Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge, visitors can head to Bondi Beach to surf, swim, and work on that perfect vacation tan. After sunset, things to do in Sydney can include hopping from one bar to the next, an ideal way to experience the city's nightlife scene. For those looking for a quieter excursion, Royal Botanic Gardens offer a great spot for a picnic surrounded by neat floral arrangements.

Kid-friendly things to do in Sydney

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Manly Beach
Beach
Manly Beach
4.6
Duration: 4 hours
Sea Life Sydney Aquarium ©
Aquarium
Sea Life Sydney Aquarium
3.6
Duration: 2 hours
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Australian National Maritime Museum ©
Specialty Museum
Australian National Maritime Museum
4.5
Duration: 2 hours
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Boat Tour
Boat Tours & Water Sports
3.3
Duration: 2 hours

Side trips from Sydney

Bondi to Coogee Walk ©
Hiking Trail
Bondi to Coogee Walk
Bondi
4.8
Duration: 2 hours
Taronga Zoo ©
Zoo
Taronga Zoo
Mosman
4.1
Duration: 4 hours
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Canyoning / Rapelling Tour
Canyoning & Rappelling Tours
Katoomba
4.9
Duration: 4 hours
Wentworth Falls Lookout ©
Waterfall
Wentworth Falls Lookout
Wentworth Falls
4.6
Duration: 2 hours

Hidden gems in Sydney

Mrs Macquarie's Chair ©
Geologic Formation
Mrs Macquarie's Chair
4.3
Duration: 30 minutes
Hyde Park Barracks ©
World heritage site
Hyde Park Barracks
4.5
Duration: 1h 30 min
Powerhouse Museum ©
Science Museum
Powerhouse Museum
4.3
Duration: 2 hours
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Speed Boats Tour
Speed Boats Tours
4.8
Duration: 3 hours

Museums in Sydney

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Art Gallery of New South Wales ©
Art Museum
Art Gallery of New South Wales
4.7
Duration: 1 hour
White Rabbit Gallery ©
Art Museum
White Rabbit Gallery
4.7
Duration: 1h 30 min
ATTY Gallery ©
Art Gallery
ATTY Gallery
5.0
Duration: 2 hours
Australian Museum ©
Natural History Museum
Australian Museum
4.0
Duration: 2h 30 min

Parks in Sydney

Chinese Garden of Friendship ©
Garden
Chinese Garden of Friendship
4.6
Duration: 1 hour
Nielsen Park ©
Park
Nielsen Park
Vaucluse
4.8
Duration: 30 minutes
Hyde Park ©
Park
Hyde Park
4.5
Duration: 1h 30 min
Centennial Park ©
Park
Centennial Park
4.6
Duration: 2 hours

Featured attractions

Real Sydney Tours ©
Sightseeing Tour
Real Sydney Tours
5.0
Duration: 2 hours
Manly Surf Guide ©
Surfing / Windsurfing / Kitesurfing
Manly Surf Guide
4.8
Duration: 8 hours
Pilgrim Sailing ©
Water Sport
Pilgrim Sailing
5.0
Duration: 3 hours
The Gentleman Magician's Magical Soirees ©
Concert / Show
The Gentleman Magician's Magical Soirees
4.9
Duration: 2 hours

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Where to stay in Sydney

Sydney Opera House ©
Sydney offers visitors hundreds of lodging options in its central area, with choices suitable for most budgets. As expected in a major tourist destination, harbor views play a major role in determining room prices. Expect to pay more for ocean-view suites, especially if you visit at the peak of the tourist season or around big city events. If you don't need to stay in the center of Sydney, consider budget-friendly hotels near the airport, or look for smaller roadside motels in the city's South West neighborhood.
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