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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
Sydney
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…
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…
Sydney
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…
Sydney
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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Manly
About 3km south of central Manly, spectacular North Head offers dramatic cliffs, lookouts, secluded beaches, pretty paths through the native scrub, and…
Sydney
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…
Sydney
Studded with photogenic industrial relics, convict architecture and art installations, fascinating Cockatoo Island (Wareamah) opened to the public in 2007…
Sydney
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,…
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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
Beaches, nature, pubs and restaurants: Sydney has multiple neighborhoods blessed with a bit of everything.
Read articleMoney and Costs
Sydney is not a cheap city to visit, but with these tips and tricks, you can make your dollars go further.
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.
Read articleTraveling with Kids
Family-friendly Sydney is packed with amazing experiences to share with your kids, from bushwalking to ocean pools, plus playgrounds, museums and art.
Read article5 Shops
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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