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Hi! I’m in Sydney at the moment. Could you please recommend some cool places to go? We’ve done grounds of Alexandria, botanic gardens... any cool bars, restaurants markets etc you could recommend? Would really appreciate it thank you!
golden lotus in newtown (just walk around newtown in general!), glebe & rozelle markets, bitter phew on oxford st, go see NO SHOW at carriageworks, the bearded tit, goodspace gallery, the chinese garden of friendship @ darling harbour, tea totaler in the galleries, chinese noodle house on quay st, boatshed at la perouse has great fish & chips,,,,,,,,,, 💜🧡🤎
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Darling Harbour: Sydney’s water packet that has got it all for you
#sydney #australia #travel #destinationnsw #park #nsw #daytour #filosydneysider #darlingharbour #sydneyharbour
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Amazing leisure, captivating museums, fantastic wildlife and sumptuous dining experience on the harbourside, this water packet has it all. Darling Harbour is a remarkable family-friendly destination that you can find in the heart of Sydney.
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Hop anytime of the year aboard Sydney Harbourside cruise and enjoy the tremendous views whilst exploring the largest harbour in the world. On the other hand, if feel doing something less active, go ahead and explore the Chinese Garden of Friendship, which is quite a bit Zen and tranquil haven.
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If you have kids and want to have them entertained, Darling Harbour has four attractions that’s just around the corner. Kids can enjoy taking selfies with their dearest stars at the wax museum (Madame Tussauds). They can also have a wonderful time at the Sea Life Sydney Aquarium and meet the dolphins, penguins and dugongs. They can as well visit the Wild Life Sydney Zoo and meet the koalas, or spend not a single penny and burn off some energy at the kids playground.
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Furthermore, Darling Harbour has a world-class convention, theatre complex and exhibition that’s hosting almost everything from theatre to concerts, The ICC Sydney. In addition, you can also immerse yourself in different cultures as Darling Harbour holds a diversified food and cultural festivals at the Tumbalong Park.
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Moreover, Darling Harbour has a new food precinct, it’s the Darling Square. You can just simply go to Tumbalong Boulevard for a quick two minute-walk to go from the park all the way to the fastfood chains and restaurants. You can find an array of food stalls that offer Asian, Mediterranean, European cuisines.
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You can also have other food and drink adventures in the waterfront restaurants, trendy bars, as well as alfresco cafes at the Cockle Bay, King Street Wharf. You can dance the night away at the nightclubs sitting in the Darling Harbour. Not just that, you can also visit the souvenir and fashion shops in the area.
To get here, you can have a short 10-minute walk from Town Hall Station in the city centre. The new light rail is another option to get to Darling Harbour. Another one is by catching a ferry at the Circular Quay and alight at Pyrmont Bay Wharf. Go ahead, visit Darling Harbour and let us know your wonderful experience!
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Best Things to Do in Darling Harbour
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When you think of Sydney, one of the first things that comes to mind is most likely Darling Harbour. This historic and scenic waterside location has been a favourite spot for years because it's not only close enough to enjoy all city life offers but also provides an escape from the city’s hustle-bustle.
Previously named Long Cove, this small but important neighbourhood extends up from Chinatown along the sides of Cockle Bay and Pyrmont. 
The city centre is a 10-minute walk away, and there are plenty of tourist attractions in the area. The Darling Harbour precinct has shops along with restaurants that will satisfy any appetite! You can also see museums or theaters for entertainment 
Read on to learn the best things you can do in Darling Harbour.
Fun Things to Do in Darling Harbour
Australian National Maritime Museum 
The Australian National Maritime Museum is a place where you can learn all about Australia's fascinating seafaring past. From chance to board replica ships, such as Captain Cook’s HMB Endeavour and navy submarines or destroyers; there are many highlights that will leave your retinas burned in memory.
There is so much to see at this maritime museum! You'll learn about Australia's history, European exploration and immigration in addition indigenous culture. There are also many other exhibits on tall ships or interactive displays that kids will enjoy like printmaking paintings & sculptures which provide them with an insight into Australian beaches lifestyles over centuries ago as well connections made between our countrymen overseas during times past.
Magical Ride aboard Darling Harbour Ferris Wheel
The ride you’ll never forget. Enjoy breathtaking 360-degree views of Sydney's skyline and harbour from our fully enclosed gondolas with comfortable seating for everyone, day or night. A favourite among Australians due to its impressive height (35 metres), this funfair also has special features such as manual controls that allow riders can turn their rotation into whatever they want - whether simple paced swings around town; cruising over major attractions like beaches & cliffs inlets along NSW coastlines etc., all while having spectacular sunsets behind them every single time.
Visit WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo
Here you can get up close to some of Australia’s most charismatic animals while roaming through their natural habitats. You'll be able to explore the continent and learn about its animal inhabitants in a way that would otherwise not exist for those who don't live here.
Imagine coming face to face with a quokka or wombat, getting up-close and personal with koalas and other favourite native creatures like snakes, crocodiles and cantankerous Tasmanian devils. You can even see the elusive platypus here.
Watch fireworks display
Watch the Sydney sky come alive with fireworks above Darling Harbour from anywhere along its edge, including many waterfront restaurants and bars. Whether you're a local or tourist, what better way to end dinner at one of Australia’s most gorgeous locations? When it comes down to fun things in this beautiful city there really isn't much more satisfying than seeing colourful streaks shoot across blue skies.
SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium
SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium is a perfect place to spend time with your family. You can see all sorts of Australian marine creatures, like sharks and dugongs! It also has an impressive collection for those who love penguins or rays as well- including ones that live in saltwater instead of freshwater because they need more food sources such as their ability to swim against waves better here on land .The best part about visiting this aquarium? The educational programs you'll find are organised by the staff; these offerings cover topics from conservation efforts around the world today through sea life photography sessions.
Be a member of the Chinese Garden of Friendship
The calm and serene Chinese Garden is a welcome escape in the heart of Sydney. Become one with this lush landscape by unlocking unlimited visits for yourself, or reward your staff at work with membership cards that allow them access as well.
What better way to celebrate Australia's 200th anniversary than with a garden full of life? The Chinese Garden Of Friendship was designed by Sydney's own sister city, Guangzhou in China. This beautiful spot offers visitors an oasis from the hustle and bustles that await them just outside its doors--a perfect place for taking care of both body and mind.
Be in awe at Madame Tussauds
Step into the world of your favourite celebrities at Madame Tussauds Sydney. interact with mega-stars while you pose for a photo, enjoy breakfast together in Tiffany's kitchen or help Superman lift a helicopter. You're sure to find a favorite idol here, from the world leaders in history and fashion.
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#DarlingHarbor - One of the nicest and most romantic places I've been to. Much like #Marina Bay in Singapore, but this one is full of restaurants, clubs, Indians, Koreans and Chinese people😜😍 #WanderBeyondBorders #SydneyNightLife #wanderbeyondborders #australia #sydney #sydneylife #호주 #호주스냅 #sydneyeats #시드니 #travelblogger #wanderlust #traveller #traveling #travelphotography #travelgram #traveller #여행 #여행스타그램 #여행에미치다 #koreadiaries #like4like #photography #beautiful #nomad #pakistan #pakistani #파키스탄 #pakistanitraveller (at Darling Harbour, Sydney)
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06/08/17 - Sydney
A month or so before they arrived, I messaged my Mum and Dad and asked them what they’d like to do whilst they were here, and where they’d like to go. Sydney was one of the choices. My mum did 6 months in Australia when she was 18, and she still talks about how great Sydney is, so I knew how much she wanted to go back. I also knew it would be no easy feat, we’re a 10 hour drive north from Sydney, and to get there, do it all, and get back would take a minimum of two days, and would leave us exhausted. But we had spare days, three drivers, and no pressing engagements so we decided to go for it. 
We left on the Saturday night at around 8pm, and drove non-stop for 10 hours in shifts. My parents drove most of it and I did around 2 hours or so, with Daniel in the passenger seat, so they could both get some sleep in the back. The journey was fine, for me anyway as I slept through most of it. There were fears that we might hit a kangaroo, as we’d seen a few on the side of the road, and there were warnings everywhere, and it was pitch black. A kangaroo hopping out in front of you when you’re doing 110km/h on the motorway is less than ideal, but thankfully we (and the kangaroos) didn’t have to deal with anything so awful. The sat-nav did get a bit confused as it was a new road, so the arrow sat in fields for hours twirling around, trying to figure out what was going on. But we made it, in one piece, to Sydney at around 7.30 Sunday morning. We parked (when it finally opened) for a $15 all day flat rate, and headed off to explore the city.
We only had one day to do Sydney, which sounds like an impossible task. But thanks to the invention of hop-on hop-off services, it turned out to be quite easy. We used the Big Bus hop-on hop-off service, and the Captain Cook hop-on hop-off boat. We caught the train to Circular Quay and booked tickets for both, I used my student card which is still valid until September for a discount, much to my mother’s delight. They also offer senior discount, which is where my dad comes in handy. We grabbed some breakfast and then headed for the bus. We bagged the front seats on the top deck, it was quite quiet as it was early, and stayed on the bus tour for the entire route. The Big Bus tours offer a red route and a blue route; the red does all the major areas and landmarks of the city, and if you change onto the blue route, you can also do the famous Bondi Beach. We were pushed for time so we skipped Bondi, as the whole thing would have taken 4 hours. The sightseeing tour around the city took an hour and a half and included every important inch of Sydney. there was loads of information and it was a beautiful winter’s day (Australian winter so around 20°C) , so it was nice to just sit back, listen, and enjoy the city sights.
After our bus tour, we headed to Circular Quay to hop on our boat tour of the harbour. Captain Cook provide various different boat cruises regularly throughout the day. The hop-on, hop-off tour stops at 11 places around the harbour. We were a bit pushed for time so chose two stops and decided we’d stay on the boat for the rest of the journey, to enjoy the sights. Our first stop was Fort Denison, and we arrived on the island just in time for the daily cannon firing. Fort Denison is an island, formerly a penal site and defensive fortress, that sits in Sydney harbour, about 1km east of the opera house. The island is now a protected national park and popular tourist attraction. Every day at 1pm, a cannon is fired, this tradition began in 1906, and was intended to help sailors to accurately set their ship’s chronometers. The daily firing stopped during WWII, as it was feared that it would alarm residents, a fair assumption, and it was started again in 1986. It was a pretty cool thing to see, and learn about, we all did a countdown to the firing (which actually turned out to be late, the gun fired on ‘2′), and covered our ears to protect them from the sound. The ranger was really informative, and told us a lot of interesting historical facts about the firing, and the island itself. There’s also a free museum that tells you all about the history of the island, including a film with historical footage and pictures. The island is not only a really fascinating piece of history, it also boasts some of the best views of the city, this was an excellent opportunity to take photos whilst we waited for our next boat. 
After Fort Denison, we stayed on the boat until our final destination, enjoying the sights and soaking up the sun (it was also so windy, would definitely recommend taking an extra coat or something, we went in Winter, but even so, the 20 degree weather felt like 10 when that wind blew). It was a really pleasant and relaxing journey that provided amazing views of the city and surrounding areas, and a lot of interesting information too.
Our final stop was Darling Harbour to grab something to eat. Darling Harbour is packed full of restaurants and bars, if you want to eat but aren’t sure what you fancy, head here, there are so many choices of restaurant, and some really cool bars too. We settled on an Italian place overlooking the harbour (Darling, not Sydney) where there was some sort of boat/yacht thing going on, I think rich people were letting the masses on board their boats for a nosey or something like that. One of the most exciting moments of the day was when we thought Russell Crowe walked past (we were split 50/50 as to whether it was actually him). I tweeted him to confirm, but before he got back to me, the same man walked past us again, and we were able to confirm that no, it definitely wasn’t Russell Crowe, much to our disappointment. After our late lunch we headed back towards the hop-on hop-off bus, planning to get off at a stop near where the car was parked. On the way back to the car, we passed The Chinese Garden of Friendship, which I’d wanted to visit all day. The gardens were built in 1988, colonial Australia’s bicentennial year, as a symbol of friendship between Sydney, and the city of Guangzhou in Guangdong province in China, the two cities are sister cities, and both states are sister states. An oasis of peace in the city, it boasts beautiful waterfalls, traditional Chinese architecture, exotic plants, ponds filled with Koi carp, and a traditional Chinese tea house. Unfortunately, it was quite late in the day and the gardens were just closing as we arrived, but it’s at the top of my list for my next visit to the city.
Our day in Sydney was well worth the long drive it took to get there. We packed so much in in such a short space of time, and really got to experience one of the most iconic cities in the world. It was especially great that I got to share it with my parents, and that my Mum got to go back to one of her favourite places. If you’re in Sydney, and pushed for time, I would definitely recommend doing the hop-on hop-off thing. My favourite was the boat, that would definitely be my first pick, and there are so many interesting stops around the harbour. But the bus tour gives you loads of great info and you get to see the whole city in a couple of hours, as well as Bondi if you choose to do the blue line as well. I can’t wait to go back and explore, and see what else this iconic, and vibrant city has to offer!
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9th March 2017
My alarm went off at 1000. Stupid alarm. I wanted more sleep. The cleaners were already shouting in to clear the stuff from the floors and under the bed. I wanted to cry. It was my day off, please just let me sleep... I got up and cleared the floor. I put everything on top of my bed and we went down for breakfast. I wasn't particularly that hungry and Steve never eats first thing. We had a bowl of cereal and that was it. Breakfast was packed again. I'm not sure why either. It's so late in the day, why aren't people out enjoying themselves.... in the rain. Steve and I got back to the room and chilled out. We then both got showered and ready. We decided to go and see Darling Harbour as we'd never been down there before. Steve had been rained off again - so annoying. Why has Sydney got so much rain!!! It's not even winter yet. We got onto the train for 2 stops to Town Hall. It was a 15 minute walk from there. I'm fairly sure we past China Town but that doesn't interest me. I don't like China and I don't like Chinese food. We got to the harbour and it was flooded with restaurants and bars. It was lovely. The sun came out and we managed to sit on a bench alongside the water watching the taxi boats go back and forth. It's the little things in life. We must've sat talking for half an hour, probably more. There was a lovely children's play area, climbing frames, swings, 'watering hole'. There were sun loungers made out of wood and grass everywhere for people to chill out. I imagine if I handed my CV out, I'd be likely to get at least one interview surely... We grabbed a bite to eat which was nice. We continued walking around the harbour and went back to Town Hall station. We walked through a shopping centre, window shopping as per normal. I managed to pull Steve into VS and Lush. I coated myself in glittery bars of moisturiser. I can't afford a bar for myself so why not go in for the freebies? We got back around 1800. We was speaking to Sam for 40 minutes. Sam is from Miami but has been sponsored to be in Australia. She works at Mad Monkey on reception everyday for 12 hours 0800-2000. Being sponsored is where a company gives you the ability to live in Australia forever. You are obliged to work for that company for 5 years and then you become a resident. You are allowed to leave the company after your 5 years have finished. It's quite easy to get sponsorship here. You just have to work hard and get your employer to like you... It's offered out a lot and you don't have to have a trade. Sam invited us to the Sydney Tattoo Exhibition at the weekend. It's happening Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Tattooist's from all over the world attend, as do guests to see their favourite artists. TV recordings will be there, shows and performances like fire breathing too. It's the biggest tattoo exhibition in the world. You can get walk up tattoo's for good prices. It's still $200 minimum to get a tattoo here in Sydney though. Steve wanted the outline of Australia on his calf - no bigger than the palm of your hand. He was quoted $250. $250 for basically a circle!!! We booked our tickets and we will be going Saturday. Sam gave me Saturday off work too which was nice. The weather is meant to be hot this weekend so we are planning to go to Manly on Sunday. I would've preferred to work Saturday and have Sunday off mind you. Steve and I got into bed and went onto the laptop. I think we have decided to move to Melbourne next week. Most people are telling us to move about before we stick to farm work for 3 months. We really want to do the Great Ocean Road in Melbourne and the weather is great to do it now. We would hire a car and spend roughly 3 days completing it. We haven't looked that much into it though. We weren't hungry for dinner so we went without any. It got to 0030 and Steve got into bed. I have to be up for 0900 and Steve's alarm goes off for 0515 in case he has work.
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Every year, tourist destinations all over the world receive millions of vacationers. Among the most popular of these destinations is Sydney, Australia, which welcomed over 15 million visitors in 2018 alone.
If you’re planning a trip to The Harbour City this year, it’s important to have an idea of what you’re going to do and see once you’re there. Sydney is home to so many attractions, it can be difficult to experience it all in one trip!
That’s why we’ve compiled a list of the 7 best things to do in Sydney, so you don’t miss out on any of the city’s greatest hits.
Read on the learn everything you need to know about Sydney’s top tourist attractions
1. Visit the Iconic Opera House
Regardless of your depth of knowledge regarding Australia, the first thing that comes to mind when you think of Sydney is probably the Opera House. Completed in 1973, this iconic building has come to be synonymous with The Harbour City due to its striking appearance and picturesque location.
After you’ve taken a few pictures of the architectural masterpiece, you can journey inside its walls to enjoy a tour of the building, a live performance, or a lovely meal.
2. Relax at Bondi Beach
You can’t visit Sydney without spending some time in one of the world’s most famous beaches, Bondi Beach. A quick drive from the city center, Bondi Beach is known for its crystal clear water and excellent surf.
If you’re not a surfer, not to worry! This beach offers many other attractions, such as the Bondi to Bronte coastal walk, as well as a wealth of shops, cafes, and restaurants.
3. Spend a Day in Darling Harbour
As Sydney is known as The Harbour City, it’s no surprise that one of its most popular features is a harbour! More specifically, Darling Harbour, a recreational complex in the heart of the city.
While it’s certainly an option to just stroll through and take in the sites, you would be amiss not to enjoy at least a few of its many attractions!
During the day, be sure to visit the Chinese Garden of Friendship and sip a cup of tea as you wander through a sea of blooming flowers, babbling waterfalls, and noble willows. Afterward, take in the exhibits at the Australian National Maritime Museum and SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium.
And the fun continues once the sun goes down! Experience the harbour’s vibrant nightlife, including a bowling alley, laser tag, and a variety of restaurants, before you turn in for the evening.
4. Stroll Through the Royal Botanic Gardens
Just south of the Sydney Opera House are the Royal Botanic Gardens, one of the city’s most frequently visited locations. These gardens are not only stunningly beautiful but also the oldest in Australia, having been established over 200 years ago in 1816.
There are a few options for viewing the gardens. You can take a self-guided tour, follow a guide through the gardens as you learn about its botanical history, or hop aboard the Choo Choo express for a scenic overview.
The gardens are walking distance from the Opera House, so keep that in mind when organizing your itinerary!
5. Visit the Taronga Zoo
A quick ferry ride from the city’s center will bring you to the shores of Sydney Harbour and the Taronga Zoo. This zoo has been open for over 100 years, and for good reason! Home to over 5,000 animals from over 350 species, the Taronga Zoo is passionate about conservation and sustainability.
After you’ve spent the day among the wildlife, tested your courage on the sky-high ropes adventure course, and taken a ride on the zoo train and Sky Safari, you can keep the fun going by spending the night!
That’s right, Taronga Zoo offers two overnight options for its guests who wish to do so. You can spend the night in luxury at the Wildlife Retreat or opt for the Roar and Snore, an overnight safari experience.
6. Enjoy the Bustling Nightlife
On top of its many daytime attractions, Sydney boasts one of the most lively nightlife experiences in the southern hemisphere. There’s something for everyone after dark, from bars to clubs to some of the best brothels in Australia.
Visit the Kings Cross area and wander Oxford Street and Surry Hills to dance the night away in a super-club or have a few drinks and appetizers in one of the area’s many pubs.
7. Take a Ghost Tour
If more traditional nightlife activities aren’t your thing, spend the evening exploring the spookier side of Sydney with a ghost tour. There are several tours to choose from, as many areas of Sydney are quite haunted!
The endless supply of ghost stories come from Sydney’s dark history. The first English settlers used Sydney as a convict colony, meaning most of its inhabitants were convicted criminals.
Sydney is also home to sites like Quarantine Station, used to keep individuals suspected of carrying contagious diseases separate from the general population.
Add These Things to Do in Sydney to Your List of Vacation Activities
When planning your trip to Australia, adding these things to do in Sydney to your list of activities is a must! Sydney is a fantastic choice for a vacation destination, as there truly is something for everyone, regardless of age or interests.
Whether you’re a history buff, a paranormal fanatic, or an outdoor enthusiast, you’ll love your time in The Harbour City!
Though planning every minute of your vacation in advance is unnecessary, it’s good to have a rough idea of what activities you want to experience during your trip. Doing so will help you avoid wasting precious vacation time trying to decide which attractions to visit.
Looking for more exciting ideas for your next vacation? Be sure to check out our blog!
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CBD OIL VS HEMP OIL
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Though a comparatively small venue by Sydney requirements, the music and atmosphere of this venue appears to be amplified by it's interior and relatively basic decor. As one would count on, the true difference La Cita has from typical venues is the music. Latin beats permeate La Cita until the early morning, creating an upbeat atmosphere, the place folks simply go to have enjoyable, leaving any pretentiousness or inhibitions on the door. As soon as more, La Cita is smoker pleasant with an outdoor space looking straight throughout Sydney's lovely Darling Harbour. Drinks costs are relatively commonplace for King's Road Wharf (that means a little bit dearer then common), nonetheless given the niche experience this venue offers, coupled with it is location I felt it was a really small worth to pay. Although catering for all ages with the restaurant upstairs, the ages of the clubbers downstairs tends to be scantily dressed below 25s, which once more is testomony to the authentic Latin theme.
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Sydney Hatted Adventure - Spice Temple, Mr Wong, ester, Sokyo, Cho Cho San, and Bennelong Cured and Cultured
Below is a quick review of some of my favorite hatted restaurants in Sydney:
1. Spice Temple : 10 Bligh St, Sydney NSW 2000
After a long day in the office, it was time to return to the Spice Temple to enjoy my favorite Chinese dishes:
1. Fried eggplant with spicy ginger and garlic dressing.
2. Hunan style pork ribs with black bean and chili.
3. Stir fried wagyu brisket with baby eggplant and chili paste.
4. Yunnan style hotpot with fresh shiitake, oyster, enoki, and wild Chinese mushrooms.
As always, the fried eggplant and the mushroom hotpot stole the show from its meaty counterparts.
Note to self: Only order vegetarian dishes during my next visit.
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2. Mr Wong : 3 Bridge Ln, Sydney NSW 2000
After a couple of misses, I finally got a seat at Mr Wong, the hatted restaurant which is renowned for serving delectable Cantonese cuisine in a lavish French colonial setting.
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My weekend dim sum session featured pork and prawn shumai, pork xiao long bao, and Peking Duck. The dishes lived up to expectations with an outstanding display of crispiness and flavors by the famous Peking Duck.
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It is truly well worth the wait so get in line before seats run out. 
3. ester : 46-52 Meagher St, Chippendale NSW 2008
For Sunday brunch, I decided to take a long walk to visit ester , a cozy hatted restaurant specializing in wood fired dishes.
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After surveying the menu, I decided to indulge in a blood sausage served on a slice of soft white bread, a small wood fired cauliflower with almond cream and mint, and a beautiful moreton bay bug served with shrimp butter and native tamarind.
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Each dish is outstanding, bursting with juices and flavors from careful preparations in their wood fired oven. The moreton bay bug was the best I have ever had and the dish gave me a new found appreciation for the crustacean.
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Please do yourself a favor and visit the restaurant for an unforgettable culinary experience.
4. Sokyo : Level G, The Darling The Star/80 Pyrmont Street, Pyrmont NSW 2009
Today is a special day indeed as I finally found a dining buddy to accompany me to Sokyo to savor its innovative Japanese dishes.
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Dinner began with the refreshing Kingfish Miso Ceviche followed by the crispy Shiitake and Eggplant tempura.
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With our appetite whipped up, it was time to welcome the heavenly Miso Glazed Toothfish followed by Tuna Crispy Rice Nigiri and Queensland Sushi Roll featuring Spanner Crab with Spicy Aioli and Avocado wrapped in Soy Paper.
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Our dinner adventure concluded with Salmon Belly Aburi Nigiri and Maguro Tataki.
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With all five senses completely satisfied, my dinner party walked out of the restaurant discussing our next visit. It was just too good not to try it again and again.
5. Cho Cho San : 73 MacLeay St, Potts Point NSW 2011
Since it was my last day in Sydney before my flight back home, I decided to indulge in two meals for the night.
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I ended my quick visit with a tangy Japanese tonkatsu curry and a cooling green tea soft serve. 
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As day turns to night, my next stop beckons as my tummy yearns for more delicious dishes.
6. Bennelong Cured and Cultured :  Bennelong Point Sydney Opera House, Sydney NSW 2000
After planning for a few nights, I have finally arrived at Bennelong Cured and Cultured to sample its famous tasting menu at Cured & Cultured.
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Each bite is simply a work of art, honed to perfection from its rock oyster and red claw yabby to its king prawn and sesame toast, floral salad, and suckling pig sausage roll.
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I feel a sense of peace and delight as I ended my perfect night with a white peach bellini while admiring the beautiful skyline by the harbour.
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Check out my other entries on my visits to Automata, Sixpenny, and Firedoor.
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Sydney – Pancakes on The Rocks – Miss Barlow
If it’s a Friday afternoon and you might be heading in direction of one in all Australia’s largest cities with none booked lodging – don’t anticipate finding any.
We had spent the final 2 months out on the attractive blue water of Cairns or up excessive within the Atherton Tablelands, so if I’m completely sincere I wasn’t actually trying ahead to visiting the extremely populated city sprawl of Sydney. We naively thought that we might simply rock as much as someplace and keep with none issues, which fortunately we did, however not earlier than attempting 5 or 6 different locations that have been absolutely booked!
Prepare carriage rooms on the Railway Sq. YHA
We have been fortunate sufficient to return throughout the YHA ‘Railway Sq.’, a spotless, lately refurbished and air–conditioned hostel. We fortunately paid for four nights at $131 per night time for the 5 of us. It couldn’t have been in a greater location, extraordinarily central, adjoining the central practice station and most curiously providing bedrooms that have been transformed railway carriages. It was nice for exploring the town and likewise stress-free by the hostel pool, utilizing their free wifi and lighting up a BBQ every time we needed.
Manly Seaside
The primary purpose for venturing into Sydney was to ‘tick it off the record’, and nonetheless a lot a repute that phrase has – Sydney has some of the well-known landmarks on the planet – The Sydney Opera Home. Our first day was stuffed with all issues ‘touristy’ –  we caught a practice into the centre and hopped on the ferry in direction of Manly Seaside, previous the spectacular Opera Home, trying again I want I had captured that second with extra images and element in my journal. The climate was incredible and every thing concerning the construction of the Opera Home was mesmerising. We loved lunch on the promenade and a day lazing across the golden shoreline, solely popping out of the ocean to keep away from the following wave of Blue Bottle jelly fish! It was precisely how I had all the time imagined Australia, bikini clad ladies and bronzed surfer dudes all over the place…
Sydney Opera Home
I used to be lucky sufficient to get in touch with one other British buddy who was in Sydney on the time for a household wedding ceremony. We met up for the day and being Chinese language New Yr the celebrations have been in full swing with events and boat races all over the place. The Harbour was a hive of exercise and everybody was out for time.  We explored the markets after which determined to signal our lives away and spent $40 {dollars} to be taken by pace boat handed the well-known opera home, we have been strapped in and the captain loved testing us with quick speeds and turns virtually tipping us over at one level. A depraved adrenaline rush, that made us hungry, so we headed to ‘The Rocks’ to benefit from the beautiful views of Darling Harbour and have drinks within the sunshine, adopted by among the greatest pancakes I’ve ever had at ‘Pancakes on the Rocks’.
Dragon Race, Darling Harbour
Billy Connolly
That night we, after all, needed to see the Harbour at night time and headed straight to The Royal Opera Home. We questioned round this spectacular constructing attempting to {photograph} its awesomeness. It regarded simply unimaginable lit up at the hours of darkness blue sky; completely nothing I write might ever do it justice. Not lengthy after we noticed a restaurant on the harbour and headed in direction of it to seize an out of doors desk with that beautiful view. Now, we had observed that Billy Connelly had been doing just a few Opera Home exhibits over that weekend, however we weren’t anticipating to stumble upon him at that very second. Dressed all in black and clean-shaven (for as soon as) he strolled casually with what regarded like a buddy however extra seemingly a bodyguard in direction of his Saturday night time gig. He’s recognized to scout the realm earlier than his present to collect ammunition for his native viewers! We stopped him briefly to say whats up and inform how a lot we admired him, he graciously greeted us again. As an avid fan it naturally made my dad’s journey, particularly as a few of our journey was impressed by Billy’s wild adventures!
Sydney Opera Home
Though I hadn’t been that excited for Sydney it ended up being some of the enjoyable, vibrant cities I’d visited in Australia, a far cry from the ghost metropolis of Canberra and the European really feel of Melbourne. I’d genuinely return any time to discover extra of the town, with its scorching, sandy seashores and glamorous Darling Harbour – it’s received a lot to supply!
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Darling Harbour, Sydney
Darling Harbour is one of the Sydney CBD’s buzz places comprising cafes, restaurants, shopping complex with food hall, IMAX cinema, maritime museum, Chinese gardens and entertainment attractions. A former dockside area, the small harbour has been transformed into a major tourist site and leading convention and exhibition centre.It now hosts an extraordinary number of water-front restaurants and its wharves are home to a number of cruise and function boats. Darling Harbour is split in two by the historic Pyrmont Bridge, with attractions on both the southern and northern sides of the bridge. www.sydney.com.au/darling-harbour.htm
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To Try in 2019: The Best New Restaurants, Cafes, and Bars in Copenhagen
Copenhagen’s food and drink scene is in no danger of slowing down; there have been a consistent number of new openings that prove the capital city is as much a culinary hotspot as ever before.
Some locations are opened to much fanfare (there was a line outside of Hart Bageri for weeks!), while others open more quietly and build a fanbase over time.
These are the best new restaurants, cafes, and bars in Copenhagen:
Restaurants
noma
The new iteration of noma opened this year to much acclaim (naturally). With a new location and a gorgeous interior designed by Studio David Thulstrup, noma proved once again why it’s been considered one of the best restaurants in the world for years, and its reopening was greatly anticipated. noma now bases its menu on three seasons – vegetable season, seafood season, and forest & game season – changing the menu drastically to suit the ingredients that come with each season. A meal there consists of 20 courses.
Expert tip
If you’re a student, you can get a full meal there for only 1.000 DKK. Yes that’s expensive by most standards, but its less than half of what you’d normally pay!
noma
Refshalevej 96 1432 København K
Opening Hours: Sun & Mon Closed Tues – Sat 5:00 pm – midnight
    Barabba
This spiffy Italian eatery and bar was an immediate hit; partly because the food and drink is delicious, but also partly because it’s one of the only restaurants to stay open until 2 am, making it the go-to spot for chefs who get off work late. The vibe in here is friendly and fun, and the menu is top-quality Italian dishes that feel comfortable but gourmet.
Barbarra
Store Kongensgade 34 1264 København K
Opening Hours: Mon & Tues Closed Weds & Thurs 6:00 pm – 1:00 am Fri – Sun 6:00 pm – 2:00 am
    Mission CPH
Mission mixes Californian and Mediterranean sensibilities for a casual but delicious menu. The focus is on pizza and pasta. Enjoy sizeable dishes, local ingredients, and the gorgeous location at The Standard overlooking the harbour. This is one of Claus Meyers’ latest restaurants and, as with his other endeavours, it doesn’t disappoint; good food at fair prices and a laid-back atmosphere.
Mission CPH
The Standard Havnegade 44 1058 København K
Opening Hours: Sun – Tues Closed Thurs – Sat Lunch 12:00 – 3:30 pm Weds – Sat Dinner 5:30 – 10:00 pm
    Tigermom
Opened by Relæ-alum Lisa Liv, Tigermom is the result of years of successful pop-ups and has been hotly anticipated. The menu is family-style Asian-inspired cuisine and a kickass range of cocktails. Worried that the dishes won’t be spicy enough? No problem; there’s a chilli pairing for your menu! Check this place out for something truly different and special.
Tigermom
Ryesgade 25 2200 København N
Opening Hours: Sun – Tues Closed Weds – Sat 5:30 – 10:00 pm
    Restaurant Alouette
Housed in a converted pencil factory, this contemporary American restaurant has wowed Copenhagen since it opened. With a regularly-changing five course menu and an almost comically beautiful interior, Alouette is set to be one of the big culinary draws for Copenhagen in 2019. They are home to a monthly pop-up called Naim Nights; the kitchen is closed but there’s live music and you can buy drinks at the bar. If Alouette is generally out of your price range (it’s 695 DKK for the menu without drinks), Naim Nights is a good place to start!
Restaurant Alouette
Sturlasgade 14P, 1 sal 2300 København S
Opening Hours: Sun – Weds Closed Thurs – Sat Dinner (reservation only)
    Restaurant Iluka
noma-alum Beau Clugsman’s seafood and vegetable restaurant presents the kind of dishes so beautiful you’ll be reluctant to eat…but you definitely should. The food is outstanding. Copenhagen was in need of a truly daring seafood restaurant, and this one is sure to stick around for a while.
Restaurant Iluka
Peder Skrams Gade 15 1054 København K
Opening Hours: Thurs – Mon 5:30 pm – midnight Tues & Weds Closed
    Bar Pasta
Delicious, big helpings of pasta and other Italian delights for reasonable prices; it’s no wonder Bar Pasta has become a popular place for dinner and drinks in Nørrebro. Don’t forget the tiramisu at the end of the night!
Bar Pasta
Vedbækgade 13 2200 København N
Opening Hours: Mon – Sat 5:00 – 10:00 pm Sun Closed
    The Blues Woman
American Southern food cooked with expert flavor profiles and a lot of passion; you’ll definitely want to try The Blues Woman when she finally opens up on 2019. Chef Amanda Yee’s successful pop-up in Vesterbro this year has us all yearning for more (we’ll take one million of those perfectly mixed Bloody Marys, thanks). The menu is unique in Copenhagen, yet each dish feels like home.
The Blues Woman
No location currently; keep an eye on their Instagram and Facebook for updates in 2019!
    Motley
Just as the name says, the menu at this casual eatery is indeed motley. With their “dish of the day” ranging from curry to chilli con carne to duck confit to Moroccan aubergine, and a range of small snacks and drinks, Motley is an ideal place for a relaxed meal with friends or a quiet night on your own.
Motley
Ryesgade 30B 2200 København N
Opening Hours: Mon – Thurs 4:00 – 10:00 pm Fri & Sat 4:00 pm – midnight Sun 4:00 – 9:00 pm
    Hot Pot Republic
Get ready to warm up. After a lengthy and successful pop-up, Hot Pot Republic has become a permanent fixture on Vesterbrogade. The idea is to eat socially; each meal consists of a pot of broth in the centre of the table, and then vegetables and meats are added as desired, with the overall flavors coming from a variety of Asian cuisines including Chinese, Korean, and Japanese. Choose your base broth and additional ingredients to create your own speech hot pot. This is a perfect winter meal with friends – and very affordable too!
Hot Pot Republic
Vesterbrogade 146 1620 København V
Opening Hours: Mon Closed Tues – Fri 5:30 – 11:00 pm Sat & Sun 12:00 – 3:00 pm
      Cafes & Bakeries
Hart Bageri
Tartine’s Richard Hart and noma’s René Redzepi teamed up to open a bakery in Copenhagen and people went as totally bonkers for it as one would imagine. But, they’re not wrong. Both the pastries and breads are excellent (if a little pricey). The space is small, so you can either grab a quick coffee or take away; it’s not really a place to set up your laptop and spend the morning. Be prepared to wait for your goodies – the line is often quite long.
Hart Bageri
Gammel Kongevej 109 1850 Frederiksberg
Opening Hours: Mon – Fri 7:30 am – 6:00 pm Sat & Sun 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
    Lille Bakery
Lille is an artisanal bakery and cafe in a large industrial space on Refshaleøen. They serve up hearty salads and open face sandwiches on fresh bread, as well as a range of fantastic pastries. The real stuff? Their doughnuts are outrageous; fluffy berliners filled with things like bay leaf cream. We just wish they packaged their doughnuts to-go a little better (they just throw ’em in a bag), so we could take more of them home!
Lille Bakery
Refshalevej 213B 1432 København K
Opening Hours: Mon & Tues Closed Weds – Sun 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
    Broens Gadekøkken
On the bridge between Nyhavn and Refshaleøen, you’ll find the open-air market Broens Gadekøkken (The Bridge Street Kitchen). There’s lots of communal seating and offerings from Gasoline Grill, California Kitchen, Coffee Collective, and many more Copenhagen hotspots. When the weather is good, this is the spot to be!
Broens Gadekøkken
Strandgade 95 1401 Copenhagen K
Opening Hours: Every day 11:00 am – 10:00 pm
Coffee Collective & GRØD Opening Hours Mon – Fri 8:00 am – 10:00 pm Sat & Sun 9:00 am – 10:00 pm
NB: Broens Gadekøkken is closed from 24th December – 1st April.
    Coffee Collective Bernikow
The best coffee roastery in Copenhagen opened their fourth shop this year. It’s in the centre of the city, hidden in a small alley, in a location that was once an old, smokey bodega. They serve coffee, of course, as well as coffee kombucha and coffee cocktails in the evening.
Coffee Collective Bernikow
Kristen Bernikows Gade 2 1105 København K, Denmark.
Opening Hours: Mon – Fri 7:00 am – 7:00 pm Sat 9:00 am – 7:00 pm Sun 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
    Andersen & Maillard
A bakery, cafe, and roastery in Nørrebro with a soft minimalist interior and a seriously good array of pastries and coffee drinks. Their in-house roasted coffee is great, but you must try their kougin amaan.
Andersen & Maillard
Nørrebrogade 62 2200 København N
Opening Hours: Every day 7:00 am – 7:00 pm
    Kafeteria at Statens Museum for Kunst
It’s hard to find a more beautiful space than Kafeteria at Statens Museum for Kunst. This cafe is located on the ground floor of the national museum and is both artistic, calming, and functional. The circular sitting section as you come in was created by Danish artist Danh Vo. The overall interior was lovingly designed by hip restauranteur Frederik Bille Brahe (also of Atelier September and Apollo Bar), and has that same sense of minimalist cool, but Kafeteria comes across as less affected than those spaces. Whether you’re planning to visit the museum or not, stop in for a coffee, a cake, and a flip through an art book while you take in the gorgeous surroundings.
Kafeteria at Statens Museum for Kunst
Sølvgade 48-50 1307 København K
Opening Hours: Mon Closed Tues – Sun 11:00 am – 4:45 pm Wedn 11:0 am – 7:45 pm
    American Pie Company
American Pie Company opened in 2015 and has since been a favorite for those looking for a slice of Americana in Copenhagen. Their delicious pies – both sweet and savoury – as well as bottles of Budweiser and diner-style coffee, are a serious treat. They’ve just opened a second shop, bringing even more pie to the city.
American Pie Company
Vesterbrogade 46 1620 København V
Opening Hours: Mon – Fri 10:00 am – 6:00 pm Sat 11:00 am – 6:00 pm Sun 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
      Bars
Pompette
With a lovely, cosy space tucked away on Møllegade and a love of natural wines, Pompette has fast become a darling of the wine bar scene in Copenhagen. They have a range of glasses of wine available for only 50 DKK; the glasses aren’t huge, but they’re substantial for the price and the quality. Pompette also serves small plates of food – like a thick slice of sourdough bread and ball of burrata – if you’re feeling peckish.
Pompette
Møllegade 3 2200 København N
Opening Hours: Every day 2:00 pm – midnight
    Vin Supernatural
This isn’t exactly a bar, but we needed to include the wonderful Vin Supernatural. The space once known as ODC Mad (which is still a food delivery service) has had a little facelift and is now the spot in Copenhagen for your deli, wine, and food gift needs. If there’s a gourmet item that you need to buy, especially natural wines, Vin Supernatural is the place to go.
  Vin Supernatural
Gammel Kongevej 37 1610 København V
Opening Hours: Mon – Fri 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Sat & Sun Closed
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Eight Unmissable Darling Harbour Events
Long renowned as a tourism precinct that serves up a smorgasbord of events, Darling Harbour is set to feature a jam-packed line-up of exciting entertainment over the coming months. It’s an ever-changing array of activities that is set to delight the kids and adults alike. From music icons to maritime adventure, here’s eight unmissable Darling Harbour events.
Bob Dylan takes centre stage
As the creator of some of the past century’s most iconic songs, Bob Dylan has been hailed as a poet and music legend alike.
On August 18 he graces the Sydney International Convention Centre for one night only, performing a songbook that spans six decades. From seminal classic like ‘Blowin’ in the Wind’ to ‘Like a Rolling Stone’, ‘Tangled Up in Blue’ and ‘Knockin’ on Heaven’s Door’, Bob Dylan has a repertoire that includes some of the most socially, politically and culturally important songs in modern music.
When: 8pm, Saturday, August 18
Where: International Convention Centre Sydney Theatre
Justice League
In an experience that’s set to delight the young and the young at heart, Madam Tussaud’s will be serving up some serious justice until December 31.
This action-packed experience sees all the Justice League heroes in attendance, with a host of interactive activities to put visitors through their paces.
Come face-to-face with your favourite Justice League heroes in an action-packed adventure unlike any other.
Star alongside Justice League’s Gal Gadot as Wonder Woman, Henry Cavill as Superman, Ben Affleck as Batman, and Ezra Miller as The Flash as they fight to save the world from Lex Luthor’s evil corporation, LexCorp.
Elsewhere in the city, Lex’s experiment wreaks havoc, sending a helicopter and its occupants hurtling toward the ground. You’ll have to summon all your strength and join the Super Heroes as they fight to save the world:
Help Superman lift a REAL helicopter back into the sky as onlookers cheer from the streets below.
Summon Batman with the Bat-Signal. Billowing smoke and wind reveal Batman as he’s called into battle onto the rooftop, ready to save the world.
Harness your inner Super Hero alongside Wonder Woman. One successful gauntlet blast can destroy LexCorp’s technology that has created havoc in the city.
Help The Flash by running alongside him! Once you hit ‘top speed’, effects around The Flash’s environment, including projection lighting on his suit, jump to life and electricity cracks.
When: Now until December 31
Where: Madame Tussauds Darling Harbour
More information: madametussauds.com.au
Star of the Show Ferris Wheel
Take your Darling Harbour adventure to all new heights, courtesy of the Star of the Show Ferris Wheel that has extended its stay and will now be in residence until February 2019.
Located in the Harbourside Amphitheatre, the Ferris Wheel showcases simply spectacular 360-degree views of Darling Harbour, the waterfront and Sydney.
At over 32-metres in height, the Star of the Show Ferris Wheel claims the title of the highest continuously travelling Ferris Wheel in Australia, and is open day and night.
When: Now until February 2019
Monday to Thursday: 10am – 11pm
Friday to Sunday: 10am – 11.59pm
Where: Harbourside Amphitheatre
More information: darlingharbour.com
The box that changed the world
From now until October 25, the National Maritime Museum is exploring the influence and impact of the humble shipping container with an open-air exhibition entitled The Box that Changed the World.
This bright and colourful display sees containers scattered like Lego boxes in the museum’s first outdoor installation and looks into how container shipping has shaped our modern world, changing how we live, work, eat, produce and shop.
Seen and recognised worldwide, it’s easy to take the shipping container for granted. But some say this unassuming box has done more for global trade than all of the international trade agreements signed over the last 50 years together.
When: Now until October 25
Where: Outside the Australian National Maritime Museum
More information: anmm.gov.au
     53rd Wildlife Photographer of the Year
Featuring over 100 spectacular images of nature in her infinite glory, the 53rd Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition showcases the truly awe-inspiring work of the world’s best wildlife photographers.
On loan from the Natural History Museum of London, the display celebrates the diversity of the natural world and features inspiring stories of conservation, surprising animal behaviour and hidden underwater worlds.
Winning images were selected for their creativity, originality and technical excellence. The competition first launched in 1965 when it attracted 361 entries. Today the competition receives almost 50,000 entries from 92 countries, highlighting its enduring appeal.
Marvel at playful seals, be mesmerised by a cunning arctic fox and embrace the wonder of nature. Discover 100 extraordinary, award-winning images from one of the world’s most prestigious photography events.
When: Now until October 11
Where: The Australian National Maritime Museum
More information: anmm.gov.au
James Cameron – Challenging the Deep
Direct from the man who brought us Titanic is a new exhibition from James Cameron that showcases his history-making deep-sea expeditions.
Destined to delight underwater enthusiasts, the exhibition traces Cameron’s lifelong pursuit of and achievements in deep ocean science, technology and exploration including his record-breaking dives in Deepsea Challenger, the submersible vessel he designed that was built in Sydney.
Visitors will experience how Cameron’s drive and passion for understanding and exploring our oceans has shone a light on the spectacular phenomena and mysteries of the least known place on earth and enabled maritime archaeologists to document and understand the shipwrecks of RMS Titanic and the German battleship Bismarck.
The exhibition immerses visitors into an underwater environment using cinema scale projections, artefacts and specimens from his expeditions; displays of artefacts from the design and construction of the Deepsea Challenger; underwater recording, lighting, communication and diving technologies pioneered by Cameron; and props and costume from the feature films The Abyss and Titanic made possible by his drive to understand and expertise in meeting the challenges of the deep.
Where: Australian National Maritime Museum
When: Daily until January 30 (excluding Christmas Day)
More information: anmm.gov.au
Action Stations
Action Stations offers a new and exciting way to experience the compelling history of the Royal Australian Navy (RAN).
Action Stations reinterprets and enlivens the Australian National Maritime Museum’s much-loved ex-RAN vessels- HMAS Vampire, HMAS Onslow, and HMAS Advance. Featuring a dramatic immersive cinematic experience, a new discovery and exploration space and audio-visual encounters that recall sailors’ memories on board the vessels, Action Stations will give visitors new insight into the inner workings of navy life at sea.
New projections, soundscapes, lighting and music will awaken you to the very real dangers faced by a naval crew.
Where: Waterfront Pavilion Australian National Maritime Museum
When: Daily
More information: anmm.gov.au
Lebanon Carnival
On October 7, Tumbalong Park in Darling Harbour will play host to a celebration of Lebanese culture with the annual Lebanon Carnival.
This year the event marks its 40th year and features a host of incredible performers showcasing the cultural history and modern day influences on traditional Lebanese culture.
Where: Tumbalong Park
When: Sunday October 7, 2018 from 11am to 5pm
More information: darlingharbour.com
About Darling Harbour
Since Australia’s Bicentennial in 1988, Darling Harbour has boasted an ever-increasing range of tourism icons, weekend events and ongoing activities. As one of Sydney’s cultural melting pots, it showcases the history and vibrancy of this exciting city.
In addition to a host of permanent attractions, Darling Harbour also features an ever-changing line-up of events and exhibitions, making this a destination that can be enjoyed time and again.
Permanent attractions include:
Sea Life Sydney Aquarium – Sea Life Sydney Aquarium is one of the city’s biggest and brightest attractions. You can walk through large glass tunnels as sharks swim lazily by (and overhead!) and marvel at the vast array of rays and tropical fish.
Wild Life Sydney Zoo – Tucked into a corner of Darling Harbour, this zoo is deceptively big. The space is divided into natural Australian habitats, such as the tropics, desert and rainforest. Here you can meet and greet koalas, and see wallabies, kangaroos, wombats, lizards, snakes and Rex, the resident crocodile.
Madame Tussauds – Like its international counterparts, this iconic attraction is home to a range of lifelike wax statues, with local favourites such as Hugh Jackman and Nicole Kidman among the famous faces.
Chinese Garden of Friendship – The perfect place to truly relax, the Chinese Garden consists of a series of meandering paths and arched bridges crossing serene ponds filled with golden fish. You can rest in a number of small pavilions by the water’s edge, or enjoy a tea in the traditional Chinese teahouse.
Harbourside – Harbourside is a multi-level shopping centre where you can find great bargains amongst designer clothing, shoes, arts, crafts and homewares.
Australian National Maritime Museum – One of our favourite museums, this is a great option for families or anyone with an interest in history. There are plenty of large exhibition spaces to explore, then step outside to discover a variety of moored vessels including vintage yachts, a submarine, a warship, and beautifully restored tall ships from the 18th Century.
ABOUT GEORGE’S          
Located on the King Street Wharf amidst the beauty and excitement of Darling Harbour, George’s , Greek Restaurant Sydney is renowned as one of preferred spot for king street wharf dining . Come share the Greek hospitality for which we are renowned as we serve up harbour side dining in simply stunning surrounds.
You can learn more about our function facilities here, or contact us directly for further advice.
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My 15 Favorite Things to Do in Sydney
Updated: 10/28/2018 | October 28th, 2018
The first time I was in Sydney (all the way back in 2007), I spent most of my days sitting in the botanical gardens, reading a book and looking at the Opera House and Harbour Bridge. For so long I had heard about how wonderful and beautiful Sydney was, and there I was experiencing it!
Over the years, I’ve been to the city a handful of times, exploring it more and more and getting a local taste through all my wonderful friends there. I’ve been everywhere, I’ve done all the major attractions, the smaller attractions, and everything in between.
If you are wondering what the best things to see in Sydney are, wonder no more!
Today, I want to share my favorite things to do and see in this laid-back, warm, sunny, and gregarious city so you can better plan your trip and make the most out of your visit!
The Best Things to See in Sydney
1. Explore The Rocks The Rocks is the oldest part of Sydney. With its narrow lanes, fine colonial buildings, sandstone churches, and Australia’s oldest pubs, this neighborhood is where Sydney started when the British first landed. It was almost torn down in the 1970s for modern high rises, but, luckily, citizen action got it preserved instead. The Rocks’ weekend markets, art museums, street entertainment, delicious (and sometimes overpriced) restaurants, and beautiful views of the harbor, Opera House, and bridge make this is one of the coolest areas of the city. I love heading up to the Sydney Observatory Hill Park for a good view of the city, wandering the harbor promenade, and hitting the bars at night.
2. Hang out at the beach Sydney is synonymous with its beaches, and the area is also especially famous for having world-class surfing. Since it’s warm and sunny most of the year, the city has a strong beach culture, and on the weekends (and many weekdays for that matter), locals flock to the seashore. From Palm Beach and Manly in the north to the famous Bondi and Coogee in the south, Sydney has a beach for everyone. All the beaches are easy to get to via public transportation or car and there are tons of restaurants and surf shops around, too! My favorite beaches are Manly (wide and beautiful) and Bronte (small and quiet)
3. Visit the Royal Botanic Gardens and Mrs. Macquarie’s Chair You’ll find Australia’s first vegetable garden and a treasure trove of trees, ferns, flowers, and gardens at the Royal Botanic Gardens. On a sunny day, you’ll find locals sprawled out all over the lawns soaking up the sun. You can also see Mrs. Macquarie’s Chair, a seat carved into a stone cliff, where you can sit and gaze out at the harbor. There are also free one-hour volunteer-guided tours of the garden, too!
4. Take the ferry to Manly Beach The ferry ride to Manly ($12.40 AUD round-trip, $2.50 AUD on Sundays) offers sweeping views of the harbor, Sydney Harbour Bridge, and the world-famous Opera House. It’s a picturesque 30-minute ride each way that puts you in one of the coolest parts of the north end of the city. Manly is famous for its wide beach, giant waves, surfing, and kick-ass nightlife.
5. Walk the Sydney Harbour Bridge The bridge was built in 1932 as a government employment project during the Great Depression. Its steel frame has become an iconic symbol of the city. While tours that climb the bridge are expensive ($158 AUD), it is free to walk or bike across it for panoramic views of the harbor and Opera House.
6. Marvel at the Sydney Opera House Just as iconic as the Sydney Harbour Bridge, the Opera House is famous for its white-shelled roof. As an architectural delight and feat of engineering (getting the roof to stay up took the creation of a complex support system), guided tours ($37 AUD) give you a whole new appreciation for just how challenging the building was to design and erect. Tickets for a show in the Opera House are surprisingly affordable ($43 AUD), so try to take one in if you can.
7. Visit the Blue Mountains Over the millennia, the ancient sandstone of this national park has been weathered into gorges lined by steep cliffs and separated by narrow ridges. Some activities in Blue Mountains National Park include seeing the magnificent rock formation of the Three Sisters (particularly stunning at sunset and under evening floodlights) or hiking along the paths that offer excellent views of the valley, sheer rock walls, tumbling waterfalls, and magnificent forests. The park is free to visit and you can get there by train from Sydney, which takes 90 minutes. If you want to hike further afield, it’s best to stay overnight!
8. See all the museums Like most cities, Sydney has a wide variety of museums. There’s free entry to the Art Gallery of New South Wales (modern art), the Museum of Contemporary Art Australia at The Rocks, the Nicholson Museum (antiquities), and the Australian National Maritime Museum at Darling Harbor. I also suggest visiting the White Rabbit Gallery (contemporary Chinese art; it also has a teahouse) and The Rocks Discovery Museum (local history); both are also free. However, my favorite museum of all is the Hyde Park Barracks. Set in the old convict barracks, it does an amazing and detailed job of chronicling colonial life in the city, with lots of stories of the early settlers, and it’s well worth the $10 AUD entrance fee. If you only pay for one museum, make it this one!
9. Learn to surf Sydney is often the place travelers bite the bullet and learn the art of Australia’s famous national pastime. There are many companies here that offer lessons. While Bondi is the most popular beach, Manly on the north shore of Sydney has better waves (though you can find good waves up and down the coast!).
10. Wine Tasting in the Hunter Valley North of town is one of Australia’s premier wine regions. The Hunter Valley is home to amazing wineries that produce luscious reds. While it’s not as easy on the budget, it is an excuse to get out of the city and see the countryside. Day tours are offered from Sydney, but they are expensive ($150-200 AUD) and you spend a lot of time in the bus. Want even more fun? Try a bike tour. Grapemobile and Hunter Valley Cycling offer one-day bicycle rentals starting at $35 AUD. It’s best to stay for at least a night to get the full experience.
11. Take the Sydney Tower Skywalk As tall as the Eiffel Tower and twice as high as the Harbour Bridge, the Sydney Tower offers amazing panoramic views of the city from its Skywalk at the top. At $50 AUD, it’s cheaper and easier than climbing the bridge itself, and the views are actually far better. Also included with your purchase of a Skywalk ticket is access to the “4-D” cinema experience, which includes in-theatre effects like wind and fire.
12. Walk one of the coastal walks There are a number of stunning coastal walks that allow you to take in the breathtaking natural beauty of Sydney Harbor. While tons of people follow the two-hour Coogee-to-Bondi walk (skip the weekends when it’s overly crowded), I found both the shorter walk in Watson’s Bay and the Split-to-Manly walk quieter and more breathtaking.
13. Explore the markets Sydney has many amazing markets to walk through. At Paddington Markets (Oxford Street; open Saturdays after 10am), the fish market (Bank Street and Pyrmont Bridge Road), Bondi Farmers Market (Campbell Parade on Bondi Beach), the flower market (Parramatta Road), and a whole lot more seasonal markets, it’s really easy to spend a lot of time wandering and shopping. I love Paddington Markets and the farmers market the best — they draw an eclectic crowd, and the farmers market makes me want to cook nonstop.
14. Attend a cultural event Since Sydney has a complex about Melbourne being called the culture capital of Australia, it tries to outdo its rival by hosting over 30 official festivals and events each year. It offers art gallery nights, concerts, festivals, and much more. Most of them are free and can be found on the Sydney tourism website.
15. Party in King’s Cross If you’re looking to go out and get wild on the cheap, then go to King’s Cross. This is where the beer is inexpensive and the backpackers (and locals) party late. The famous World Bar is where most of the action happens (cheap drinks and a large dance floor). For a less traveler-centric time, head to Manly, The Rocks, or the CBD (central business district) where there are more locals and less travelers (but more expensive cocktails and beers).
****
Sydney is a remarkable city. While some cities scream “run around and see stuff” (cough, NYC, cough), Sydney’s message to visitors is always “relax, go outside, and enjoy the beautiful weather.” Sure, there’s plenty to do, but I find the best way to enjoy the city is to take it slow, see a few attractions, and mostly lay outside on the beach or in a park… or relax at a nice happy hour at a bar overlooking the harbor! Sydney has it all!
Book Your Trip to Australia: Logistical Tips and Tricks
Book Your Flight Find a cheap flight by using Skyscanner or Momondo. They are my two favorite search engines because they search websites and airlines around the globe so you always know no stone is left unturned.
Book Your Accommodation You can book your hostel with Hostelworld. If you want to stay elsewhere, use Booking.com as they consistently return the cheapest rates for guesthouses and cheap hotels. I use them all the time.
Don’t Forget Travel Insurance Travel insurance will protect you against illness, injury, theft, and cancellations. It’s comprehensive protection in case anything goes wrong. I never go on a trip without it as I’ve had to use it many times in the past. I’ve been using World Nomads for ten years. My favorite companies that offer the best service and value are:
World Nomads (for everyone below 70)
Insure My Trip (for those over 70)
Looking for the best companies to save money with? Check out my resource page for the best companies to use when you travel! I list all the ones I use to save money when I travel – and I think will help you too!
Want More Information on Australia? Be sure to visit our robust destination guide on Australia for even more planning tips!
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My 15 Favorite Things to Do in Sydney
Updated: 10/28/2018 | October 28th, 2018
The first time I was in Sydney (all the way back in 2007), I spent most of my days sitting in the botanical gardens, reading a book and looking at the Opera House and Harbour Bridge. For so long I had heard about how wonderful and beautiful Sydney was, and there I was experiencing it!
Over the years, I’ve been to the city a handful of times, exploring it more and more and getting a local taste through all my wonderful friends there. I’ve been everywhere, I’ve done all the major attractions, the smaller attractions, and everything in between.
If you are wondering what the best things to see in Sydney are, wonder no more!
Today, I want to share my favorite things to do and see in this laid-back, warm, sunny, and gregarious city so you can better plan your trip and make the most out of your visit!
The Best Things to See in Sydney
1. Explore The Rocks The Rocks is the oldest part of Sydney. With its narrow lanes, fine colonial buildings, sandstone churches, and Australia’s oldest pubs, this neighborhood is where Sydney started when the British first landed. It was almost torn down in the 1970s for modern high rises, but, luckily, citizen action got it preserved instead. The Rocks’ weekend markets, art museums, street entertainment, delicious (and sometimes overpriced) restaurants, and beautiful views of the harbor, Opera House, and bridge make this is one of the coolest areas of the city. I love heading up to the Sydney Observatory Hill Park for a good view of the city, wandering the harbor promenade, and hitting the bars at night.
2. Hang out at the beach Sydney is synonymous with its beaches, and the area is also especially famous for having world-class surfing. Since it’s warm and sunny most of the year, the city has a strong beach culture, and on the weekends (and many weekdays for that matter), locals flock to the seashore. From Palm Beach and Manly in the north to the famous Bondi and Coogee in the south, Sydney has a beach for everyone. All the beaches are easy to get to via public transportation or car and there are tons of restaurants and surf shops around, too! My favorite beaches are Manly (wide and beautiful) and Bronte (small and quiet)
3. Visit the Royal Botanic Gardens and Mrs. Macquarie’s Chair You’ll find Australia’s first vegetable garden and a treasure trove of trees, ferns, flowers, and gardens at the Royal Botanic Gardens. On a sunny day, you’ll find locals sprawled out all over the lawns soaking up the sun. You can also see Mrs. Macquarie’s Chair, a seat carved into a stone cliff, where you can sit and gaze out at the harbor. There are also free one-hour volunteer-guided tours of the garden, too!
4. Take the ferry to Manly Beach The ferry ride to Manly ($12.40 AUD round-trip, $2.50 AUD on Sundays) offers sweeping views of the harbor, Sydney Harbour Bridge, and the world-famous Opera House. It’s a picturesque 30-minute ride each way that puts you in one of the coolest parts of the north end of the city. Manly is famous for its wide beach, giant waves, surfing, and kick-ass nightlife.
5. Walk the Sydney Harbour Bridge The bridge was built in 1932 as a government employment project during the Great Depression. Its steel frame has become an iconic symbol of the city. While tours that climb the bridge are expensive ($158 AUD), it is free to walk or bike across it for panoramic views of the harbor and Opera House.
6. Marvel at the Sydney Opera House Just as iconic as the Sydney Harbour Bridge, the Opera House is famous for its white-shelled roof. As an architectural delight and feat of engineering (getting the roof to stay up took the creation of a complex support system), guided tours ($37 AUD) give you a whole new appreciation for just how challenging the building was to design and erect. Tickets for a show in the Opera House are surprisingly affordable ($43 AUD), so try to take one in if you can.
7. Visit the Blue Mountains Over the millennia, the ancient sandstone of this national park has been weathered into gorges lined by steep cliffs and separated by narrow ridges. Some activities in Blue Mountains National Park include seeing the magnificent rock formation of the Three Sisters (particularly stunning at sunset and under evening floodlights) or hiking along the paths that offer excellent views of the valley, sheer rock walls, tumbling waterfalls, and magnificent forests. The park is free to visit and you can get there by train from Sydney, which takes 90 minutes. If you want to hike further afield, it’s best to stay overnight!
8. See all the museums Like most cities, Sydney has a wide variety of museums. There’s free entry to the Art Gallery of New South Wales (modern art), the Museum of Contemporary Art Australia at The Rocks, the Nicholson Museum (antiquities), and the Australian National Maritime Museum at Darling Harbor. I also suggest visiting the White Rabbit Gallery (contemporary Chinese art; it also has a teahouse) and The Rocks Discovery Museum (local history); both are also free. However, my favorite museum of all is the Hyde Park Barracks. Set in the old convict barracks, it does an amazing and detailed job of chronicling colonial life in the city, with lots of stories of the early settlers, and it’s well worth the $10 AUD entrance fee. If you only pay for one museum, make it this one!
9. Learn to surf Sydney is often the place travelers bite the bullet and learn the art of Australia’s famous national pastime. There are many companies here that offer lessons. While Bondi is the most popular beach, Manly on the north shore of Sydney has better waves (though you can find good waves up and down the coast!).
10. Wine Tasting in the Hunter Valley North of town is one of Australia’s premier wine regions. The Hunter Valley is home to amazing wineries that produce luscious reds. While it’s not as easy on the budget, it is an excuse to get out of the city and see the countryside. Day tours are offered from Sydney, but they are expensive ($150-200 AUD) and you spend a lot of time in the bus. Want even more fun? Try a bike tour. Grapemobile and Hunter Valley Cycling offer one-day bicycle rentals starting at $35 AUD. It’s best to stay for at least a night to get the full experience.
11. Take the Sydney Tower Skywalk As tall as the Eiffel Tower and twice as high as the Harbour Bridge, the Sydney Tower offers amazing panoramic views of the city from its Skywalk at the top. At $50 AUD, it’s cheaper and easier than climbing the bridge itself, and the views are actually far better. Also included with your purchase of a Skywalk ticket is access to the “4-D” cinema experience, which includes in-theatre effects like wind and fire.
12. Walk one of the coastal walks There are a number of stunning coastal walks that allow you to take in the breathtaking natural beauty of Sydney Harbor. While tons of people follow the two-hour Coogee-to-Bondi walk (skip the weekends when it’s overly crowded), I found both the shorter walk in Watson’s Bay and the Split-to-Manly walk quieter and more breathtaking.
13. Explore the markets Sydney has many amazing markets to walk through. At Paddington Markets (Oxford Street; open Saturdays after 10am), the fish market (Bank Street and Pyrmont Bridge Road), Bondi Farmers Market (Campbell Parade on Bondi Beach), the flower market (Parramatta Road), and a whole lot more seasonal markets, it’s really easy to spend a lot of time wandering and shopping. I love Paddington Markets and the farmers market the best — they draw an eclectic crowd, and the farmers market makes me want to cook nonstop.
14. Attend a cultural event Since Sydney has a complex about Melbourne being called the culture capital of Australia, it tries to outdo its rival by hosting over 30 official festivals and events each year. It offers art gallery nights, concerts, festivals, and much more. Most of them are free and can be found on the Sydney tourism website.
15. Party in King’s Cross If you’re looking to go out and get wild on the cheap, then go to King’s Cross. This is where the beer is inexpensive and the backpackers (and locals) party late. The famous World Bar is where most of the action happens (cheap drinks and a large dance floor). For a less traveler-centric time, head to Manly, The Rocks, or the CBD (central business district) where there are more locals and less travelers (but more expensive cocktails and beers).
****
Sydney is a remarkable city. While some cities scream “run around and see stuff” (cough, NYC, cough), Sydney’s message to visitors is always “relax, go outside, and enjoy the beautiful weather.” Sure, there’s plenty to do, but I find the best way to enjoy the city is to take it slow, see a few attractions, and mostly lay outside on the beach or in a park… or relax at a nice happy hour at a bar overlooking the harbor! Sydney has it all!
Book Your Trip to Australia: Logistical Tips and Tricks
Book Your Flight Find a cheap flight by using Skyscanner or Momondo. They are my two favorite search engines because they search websites and airlines around the globe so you always know no stone is left unturned.
Book Your Accommodation You can book your hostel with Hostelworld. If you want to stay elsewhere, use Booking.com as they consistently return the cheapest rates for guesthouses and cheap hotels. I use them all the time.
Don’t Forget Travel Insurance Travel insurance will protect you against illness, injury, theft, and cancellations. It’s comprehensive protection in case anything goes wrong. I never go on a trip without it as I’ve had to use it many times in the past. I’ve been using World Nomads for ten years. My favorite companies that offer the best service and value are:
World Nomads (for everyone below 70)
Insure My Trip (for those over 70)
Looking for the best companies to save money with? Check out my resource page for the best companies to use when you travel! I list all the ones I use to save money when I travel – and I think will help you too!
Want More Information on Australia? Be sure to visit our robust destination guide on Australia for even more planning tips!
Photo credit: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
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My 15 Favorite Things to Do in Sydney
Updated: 10/28/2018 | October 28th, 2018
The first time I was in Sydney (all the way back in 2007), I spent most of my days sitting in the botanical gardens, reading a book and looking at the Opera House and Harbour Bridge. For so long I had heard about how wonderful and beautiful Sydney was, and there I was experiencing it!
Over the years, I’ve been to the city a handful of times, exploring it more and more and getting a local taste through all my wonderful friends there. I’ve been everywhere, I’ve done all the major attractions, the smaller attractions, and everything in between.
If you are wondering what the best things to see in Sydney are, wonder no more!
Today, I want to share my favorite things to do and see in this laid-back, warm, sunny, and gregarious city so you can better plan your trip and make the most out of your visit!
The Best Things to See in Sydney
1. Explore The Rocks The Rocks is the oldest part of Sydney. With its narrow lanes, fine colonial buildings, sandstone churches, and Australia’s oldest pubs, this neighborhood is where Sydney started when the British first landed. It was almost torn down in the 1970s for modern high rises, but, luckily, citizen action got it preserved instead. The Rocks’ weekend markets, art museums, street entertainment, delicious (and sometimes overpriced) restaurants, and beautiful views of the harbor, Opera House, and bridge make this is one of the coolest areas of the city. I love heading up to the Sydney Observatory Hill Park for a good view of the city, wandering the harbor promenade, and hitting the bars at night.
2. Hang out at the beach Sydney is synonymous with its beaches, and the area is also especially famous for having world-class surfing. Since it’s warm and sunny most of the year, the city has a strong beach culture, and on the weekends (and many weekdays for that matter), locals flock to the seashore. From Palm Beach and Manly in the north to the famous Bondi and Coogee in the south, Sydney has a beach for everyone. All the beaches are easy to get to via public transportation or car and there are tons of restaurants and surf shops around, too! My favorite beaches are Manly (wide and beautiful) and Bronte (small and quiet)
3. Visit the Royal Botanic Gardens and Mrs. Macquarie’s Chair You’ll find Australia’s first vegetable garden and a treasure trove of trees, ferns, flowers, and gardens at the Royal Botanic Gardens. On a sunny day, you’ll find locals sprawled out all over the lawns soaking up the sun. You can also see Mrs. Macquarie’s Chair, a seat carved into a stone cliff, where you can sit and gaze out at the harbor. There are also free one-hour volunteer-guided tours of the garden, too!
4. Take the ferry to Manly Beach The ferry ride to Manly ($12.40 AUD round-trip, $2.50 AUD on Sundays) offers sweeping views of the harbor, Sydney Harbour Bridge, and the world-famous Opera House. It’s a picturesque 30-minute ride each way that puts you in one of the coolest parts of the north end of the city. Manly is famous for its wide beach, giant waves, surfing, and kick-ass nightlife.
5. Walk the Sydney Harbour Bridge The bridge was built in 1932 as a government employment project during the Great Depression. Its steel frame has become an iconic symbol of the city. While tours that climb the bridge are expensive ($158 AUD), it is free to walk or bike across it for panoramic views of the harbor and Opera House.
6. Marvel at the Sydney Opera House Just as iconic as the Sydney Harbour Bridge, the Opera House is famous for its white-shelled roof. As an architectural delight and feat of engineering (getting the roof to stay up took the creation of a complex support system), guided tours ($37 AUD) give you a whole new appreciation for just how challenging the building was to design and erect. Tickets for a show in the Opera House are surprisingly affordable ($43 AUD), so try to take one in if you can.
7. Visit the Blue Mountains Over the millennia, the ancient sandstone of this national park has been weathered into gorges lined by steep cliffs and separated by narrow ridges. Some activities in Blue Mountains National Park include seeing the magnificent rock formation of the Three Sisters (particularly stunning at sunset and under evening floodlights) or hiking along the paths that offer excellent views of the valley, sheer rock walls, tumbling waterfalls, and magnificent forests. The park is free to visit and you can get there by train from Sydney, which takes 90 minutes. If you want to hike further afield, it’s best to stay overnight!
8. See all the museums Like most cities, Sydney has a wide variety of museums. There’s free entry to the Art Gallery of New South Wales (modern art), the Museum of Contemporary Art Australia at The Rocks, the Nicholson Museum (antiquities), and the Australian National Maritime Museum at Darling Harbor. I also suggest visiting the White Rabbit Gallery (contemporary Chinese art; it also has a teahouse) and The Rocks Discovery Museum (local history); both are also free. However, my favorite museum of all is the Hyde Park Barracks. Set in the old convict barracks, it does an amazing and detailed job of chronicling colonial life in the city, with lots of stories of the early settlers, and it’s well worth the $10 AUD entrance fee. If you only pay for one museum, make it this one!
9. Learn to surf Sydney is often the place travelers bite the bullet and learn the art of Australia’s famous national pastime. There are many companies here that offer lessons. While Bondi is the most popular beach, Manly on the north shore of Sydney has better waves (though you can find good waves up and down the coast!).
10. Wine Tasting in the Hunter Valley North of town is one of Australia’s premier wine regions. The Hunter Valley is home to amazing wineries that produce luscious reds. While it’s not as easy on the budget, it is an excuse to get out of the city and see the countryside. Day tours are offered from Sydney, but they are expensive ($150-200 AUD) and you spend a lot of time in the bus. Want even more fun? Try a bike tour. Grapemobile and Hunter Valley Cycling offer one-day bicycle rentals starting at $35 AUD. It’s best to stay for at least a night to get the full experience.
11. Take the Sydney Tower Skywalk As tall as the Eiffel Tower and twice as high as the Harbour Bridge, the Sydney Tower offers amazing panoramic views of the city from its Skywalk at the top. At $50 AUD, it’s cheaper and easier than climbing the bridge itself, and the views are actually far better. Also included with your purchase of a Skywalk ticket is access to the “4-D” cinema experience, which includes in-theatre effects like wind and fire.
12. Walk one of the coastal walks There are a number of stunning coastal walks that allow you to take in the breathtaking natural beauty of Sydney Harbor. While tons of people follow the two-hour Coogee-to-Bondi walk (skip the weekends when it’s overly crowded), I found both the shorter walk in Watson’s Bay and the Split-to-Manly walk quieter and more breathtaking.
13. Explore the markets Sydney has many amazing markets to walk through. At Paddington Markets (Oxford Street; open Saturdays after 10am), the fish market (Bank Street and Pyrmont Bridge Road), Bondi Farmers Market (Campbell Parade on Bondi Beach), the flower market (Parramatta Road), and a whole lot more seasonal markets, it’s really easy to spend a lot of time wandering and shopping. I love Paddington Markets and the farmers market the best — they draw an eclectic crowd, and the farmers market makes me want to cook nonstop.
14. Attend a cultural event Since Sydney has a complex about Melbourne being called the culture capital of Australia, it tries to outdo its rival by hosting over 30 official festivals and events each year. It offers art gallery nights, concerts, festivals, and much more. Most of them are free and can be found on the Sydney tourism website.
15. Party in King’s Cross If you’re looking to go out and get wild on the cheap, then go to King’s Cross. This is where the beer is inexpensive and the backpackers (and locals) party late. The famous World Bar is where most of the action happens (cheap drinks and a large dance floor). For a less traveler-centric time, head to Manly, The Rocks, or the CBD (central business district) where there are more locals and less travelers (but more expensive cocktails and beers).
****
Sydney is a remarkable city. While some cities scream “run around and see stuff” (cough, NYC, cough), Sydney’s message to visitors is always “relax, go outside, and enjoy the beautiful weather.” Sure, there’s plenty to do, but I find the best way to enjoy the city is to take it slow, see a few attractions, and mostly lay outside on the beach or in a park… or relax at a nice happy hour at a bar overlooking the harbor! Sydney has it all!
Book Your Trip to Australia: Logistical Tips and Tricks
Book Your Flight Find a cheap flight by using Skyscanner or Momondo. They are my two favorite search engines because they search websites and airlines around the globe so you always know no stone is left unturned.
Book Your Accommodation You can book your hostel with Hostelworld. If you want to stay elsewhere, use Booking.com as they consistently return the cheapest rates for guesthouses and cheap hotels. I use them all the time.
Don’t Forget Travel Insurance Travel insurance will protect you against illness, injury, theft, and cancellations. It’s comprehensive protection in case anything goes wrong. I never go on a trip without it as I’ve had to use it many times in the past. I’ve been using World Nomads for ten years. My favorite companies that offer the best service and value are:
World Nomads (for everyone below 70)
Insure My Trip (for those over 70)
Looking for the best companies to save money with? Check out my resource page for the best companies to use when you travel! I list all the ones I use to save money when I travel – and I think will help you too!
Want More Information on Australia? Be sure to visit our robust destination guide on Australia for even more planning tips!
Photo credit: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
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