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Sydney
Sydney, spectacularly draped around its glorious harbor and beaches, has visual wow factor like few other cities. Scratch the surface and it only gets better.
Attractions
Must-see attractions
Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park
Sydney
A spectacular mix of sandstone, Australian bushland and tranquil water vistas, this 14,928-hectare park forms Sydney’s northern boundary. It’s located 20…
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Definitively Sydney, Bondi is one of the world’s great beaches. It’s the closest ocean beach to the city centre (8km away), has consistently good (though…
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Lovely Watsons Bay, east of the city centre and north of Bondi, was once a small fishing village, as evidenced by the heritage cottages that pepper the…
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A 12-minute ferry ride from Circular Quay, this forested harbour hillside is full of kangaroos, koalas and similarly hirsute Australians, plus numerous…
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This central section of Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park is a spectacular wilderness, with awe-inspiring vistas over Pittwater and Broken Bay, hidden beach…
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Studded with photogenic industrial relics, convict architecture and art installations, fascinating Cockatoo Island (Wareamah) opened to the public in 2007…
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Scratched out of the sand in 1888 in grand Victorian style, Sydney’s biggest park is a rambling 189-hectare expanse full of horse riders, joggers,…
Surry Hills & Darlinghurst
Acclaimed local artist Brett Whiteley (1939–1992) lived fast and without restraint. Many of his multimillion-dollar paintings were created in this hard-to…
Planning Tools
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Things to Know
From what to pack to local culture and etiquette, here's what you need to know before you head to Sydney.
Read articleBest Neighborhoods
From vibrant LGBTIQ+ communities to flashy tourist attractions and major sights, this is your ultimate guide to Sydney's neighborhoods.
Read articleDay Trips
It’s easy to get out of the city and into nature with these five fabulous day trips from Sydney.
Read articleMoney and Costs
Sydney isn't an inexpensive city to visit, but with these tips and tricks, you can make the most of your budget.
Read articleTransportation
Sydney's public transport network is reliable, reasonably priced and way more convenient than driving – plus its largely air-conditioned.
Read articleFree Things to Do
You don't need a fat wallet to enjoy the glamour and chic of Sydney. These free experiences, attractions and Sydney icons won't cost you a cent.
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From jewelry to vintage clothes, here's our pick of the best independent stores in Sydney.
Read articleSpending Diaries
Our writer shares his highlights and costs from a long weekend in Sydney, with tips on how to save money and where to splurge.
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