Overview

One of the most popular vacation destinations in all of Australia is Sydney. The city warmly welcomes visitors to come and explore its fascinating history. Add to that its variety of activities, wonderful climate, and easy accessibility, and you can see why Sydney is the perfect choice for your next vacation.

Located on the southeastern coast of Australia, Sydney was the first British Colony on the island and is now the largest city in Australia. Its buildings reflect the social and cultural development of the city and the climate makes it a great place to spend time outdoors soaking up the Australian culture.

Sydney is also famous for numerous festivals and cultural events. Most of Australia's largest festivals of food, music and art take place in Sydney and attract visitors from all over the world.

Activities & Attractions

One of the unique features of Sydney is the iconic Sydney Opera House. It is an architectural wonder and hosts Opera Australia, one of the busiest operas in the world. With five theatres, the Sydney Opera House is sure to have something for every visitor. Other cultural art venues in Sydney include the Sydney Dance Company, National Institute of Dramatic Art, and the New Theatre. There is certainly no shortage of performance art in Sydney, from the grand stages to neighborhood festivals. The year around cultural appreciation is one of the most charming aspects of Sydney.

Other attractions in the city include countless dining and shopping avenues. Nightlife is not to be forgotten either. Sydney boasts of trendy clubs, pubs and a harbor casino. Sydney Harbour Cruises and underwater diving are some of the other exciting events in the city.

Live music of all genres can be found at various hot spots across the city. Royal Botanical Gardens, museums and the Sydney Harbour Bridge are just some of other fun things to see and do in the city.

Lodging

There is no shortage of places to stay in Sydney. Some of the world's swankiest hotels and most serene inns await travelers on the harbor. Most lodging in Sydney is surprisingly affordable and features all the modern amenities tourists have come to expect. For more help, check out the links found in the resources section below.

Transportation

Sydney Buses operates an extensive network of bus services throughout the city. Some of the important terminals within the city are Circular Quay, Wynyard, Town Hall and Central Station.

City Rail also offers a great service to people trying to get around the city. Some of its major stations are Circular Quay, Wynyard, Town Hall, Central, Museum and St. James. Ticket vending machines are open 24 hours so it is always possible to purchase tickets. To get in and out of the country you are going to want to fly into Sydney Airport. It has many domestic and international flights that depart at frequent intervals. And, of course, no trip to Sydney is complete without a ride on the Sydney Harbour Ferry.