The city of Sydney is a lively, pulsing community that encompasses all that is unique to the Australian culture. It's a true city of contrasts - wide sandy beaches, glittering waterways and lush national parks are all within minutes of the city centre.
Explore the metropolis, a heady blend of modern skyscrapers and historic monuments featuring high culture, excellent shopping, daring restaurants and a thriving nightlife. Charter a boat and cruise the harbour, or find your bearings with a visit to the observation deck of the Sydney Tower.
Visit The Rocks, perched on the edge of the harbour, which boasts spectacular views of the Opera House and the Harbour Bridge. Take a walk along the harbour foreshore from Rose Bay to Vaucluse, or explore The Royal Botanic Gardens and the Domain, a pleasant respite from the rush of the city.
Head to Circular Quay and enjoy the entertainment provided by the street performers before you take a pleasurable ferry ride to the relaxed beach resort of Manly.
Visit the modern harbourside development of Darling Harbour, Sydney's largest dining, shopping and entertainment centre. Experience the underwater world at Sydney Aquarium, or soak up the atmosphere and live entertainment at Star City Casino.
Sydney is also the ideal base if you plan to explore the wine region of the Hunter Valley, the natural beauty of the Blue Mountains or the wilderness of the Southern Highlands.
The oldest city in Australia, Sydney is also the largest. Its amazing laid back lifestyle draws in hundreds of thousands of tourists every year, as they come to explore what this city has to offer. Explore the surroundings, experience the food and wine and admire the culture. This city has something to please everybody.
