Sydney
From the minute your flight to Sydney touches down, there’s no shortage of
beauty, both natural and manmade – from the Harbour Bridge and iconic Opera
House, to the Royal Botanic Gardens and Royal National Park. It’s easy to see
why so many visitors fall in love with this city, a fact accentuated by the
growing number of expats who call it home. It’s a hugely popular destination and
the culture, dining and nightlife here are as diverse as the city’s population.
Many residents have made their mark by setting up restaurants, cafes and shops
boasting their native traditions, which have given rise to the city’s wonderful
culinary scene.
One of the best examples of this is Chinatown, which has some terrific markets
and cafes, all drawing on influences from many different corners of Asia.
But there’s more to restaurants in Sydney than its excellent dim sum joints.
There are some truly exceptional dining spots, from Peter Gilmore's spectacular
Quay to delicious hole-in-the-wall sushi joints. Sydney has a thriving cafe
culture as well.
And you’re going to need that caffeine if you want to get the most out of the
city at night. In the evenings, the streets come alive with a mix of students,
professionals and visitors. Join them to enjoy a combination of quirky indoor
venues and gorgeous al fresco spots dotted along the harbour.
And better still, zipping between places is so easy it’s almost enjoyable.
Sydney is home to one of the biggest and best public transport systems in
Australia. So pack plenty of energy as you get ready to enjoy one of the most
iconic cities in the world.
Sydney Airport (also known as Kingsford Smith Airport; IATA: SYD, ICAO: YSSY;
ASX: SYD) is an international airport located 8 km (5 mi) south of the city
centre, in the suburb of Mascot in Sydney.
Things to do in Sydney
■ Scale Sydney Tower Eye
■ Shop at Queen Victoria Building
■ Visit an art gallery
■ Surf at Bondi Beach
■ Climb Harbour Bridge
Eat in Sydney
■ Tetsuya's (Japanese)
■ Est (International)
■ Momofuku Seiobo (Asian)
■ Rockpool (Modern Australian)
■ Aria Sydney (International)
■ Quay (International)
Stay in Sydney
■ Sir Stamford at Circular Quay
■ Park Hyatt Sydney
■ Perry Street Hotel
■ QT Sydney
■ Mercure Sydney
■ Establishment Hotel
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