Not sure where to go for your Round the World trip? We have put together comprehensive guides to our most popular destinations including information on specific areas, tips on how to get around, sightseeing options and even climate and weather details. Be inspired by fellow travellers stories in our Travel Journals section, or for more information on a particular destination, please contact our Round the World Experts on 0870 499 0120.
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With the guarantee of fantastic year round sunshine, a beautiful harbour and golden chains of beaches the emphasis in Sydney is on outdoor living. Take an easy walk from famous Bondi to Bronte for views of the headlands and beaches, stroll through the historical Rocks area, enjoy al fresco dining in one of Sydney’s waterside restaurants or simply have a BBQ on the beach. Catch the perfect wave on Bondi Beach and enjoy fish and chips with a cold beer while lazing on Manly Beach. Bursting with energy and sophistication, Sydney also has a wide ranging cultural life and a vibrant nightlife. Sydney Festival of Arts is every January, Mardi Gras in February and the Sydney Film Festival happens in June.
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Areas of Sydney
Darling Harbour: The leisure and entertainment centre of Sydney with the Sydney Aquarium, IMAX Theatre and several museums. Great harbour location and easy walking distance to the city.
The City: Compact city centre. Shop your heart out in the Queen Victoria Building or many other fantastic shopping centres. Packed with nightlife, bars and clubs.
Manly Beach: One of the finest beaches in the Sydney area, located on a narrow peninsula, with pristine beaches all around. 30 mins by ferry from Circular Quay. Great art and craft street market on weekends and public holidays.
Bondi Beach: The 'iconic beach' of Australia with something to suit everyone, from the surf-crazed south beach to the fashionable north. The beach stretches for 1km and is 45 minutes by bus from Circular Quay.
Getting there and around
Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport is 20-30 mins drive to the city. Rail link available.
Good public transport system including: buses, monorail, rail, ferries.
Purchase a Sydney Pass for unlimited travel on buses, rail & ferries.
Sightseeing Ideas
Sydney Tower and Sky Tour: The Sydney Tower experience takes you a staggering 250 metres above Sydney, commanding breathtaking views of one of the most beautiful cities in the world.
Sydney Bridge Climb: Climb the famous Harbour Bridge and before you will lie a stunning 360 degrees view of one of the greatest harbours in the world.
Dinner Harbour Cruise: Sample Australia's finest fresh seafood and other contemporary cuisine over a 3 course a la carte meal caccompanied by a sunset over the Sydney Harbour.
Top tips
Harry's Cafe de Wheels is very well known for its 'Pie Floater'. A meat pie topped with potatoes and peas.
Take a walk from Bondi to Coogee. A wonderful 4.5km coastal walk and with spectacular views. Stop off at the Bronte cafes for a break.
Visit 'Homebush' the site of the 2000 Olympic Games.
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