Sydney Travel Guide This page is designed to give you some local Sydney travel information as you plan your perfect Australian holiday. We trust you will find the Sydney travel ideas here to be useful as you plan your ultimate trip to our beautiful city.Sydney is Australia’s largest city and is the capital of New South Wales. Sitting on the East Coast of Australia, and with an enviable climate, Sydney is home to one of the world’s most beautiful and extensive harbours and is a healthy, vibrant and diverse city. When visiting Sydney it is hard to believe that the city, and Australia, are only just over 200 years old being officially settled on January 26th, 1788, the date that is annually celebrated as Australia Day.Below are some of the key precincts close to the city to help you plan your ideal stay in Sydney.
Sydney Harbour If you are visiting Sydney for the first time, then head straight to Sydney Harbour. It is one of the most beautiful harbours in the world and with icons like the Sydney Harbour Bridge, the Sydney Opera House and the stunning Sydney skyline surrounding it, you will soon understand its appeal. The Sydney Harbour foreshore is easily experienced on foot and in one morning or afternoon you can easily enjoy the major sites and areas such as The Rocks with its history, ambience and great restaurants, or Circular Quay where you can enjoy Sydney street performers, take a ferry to Manly, Watsons Bay or Taronga Zoo, or just sit in a café and watch the world go by. It is also easy to walk around to get closer to the Opera House and then continue through the beautiful and relaxing Botanic Gardens on your way to see Lady Macquarie’s Chair or the Art Gallery of New South Wales. Sydney Shopping If a Sydney shopping experience is what you are after, then you won’t have to look far. A must-see Sydney shopping icon is the beautiful Queen Victoria Building next to Sydney Town Hall, dating back to the 1890s and a truly unique shopping experience for visitors to Sydney. With its grand design, boutique shops and eating options, it is a great place for some retail therapy. Just across George Street is more shopping at Pitt Street Mall and Westfield with vast collections of local and international brands and loads of eating options. For a bird’s eye view of the city, head up the Sydney Tower Eye and enjoy 360 degree views which on a clear day will reveal the Blue Mountains to the west and the sparkling Pacific Ocean to the east. A short walk away, you’ll find a colourful and cultural experience at Paddy’s Markets and nearby Chinatown where you can enjoy Asian cuisine and a bustling ambience. Darling Harbour Precinct An easy 10 minute stroll from Sydney Town Hall takes you to the relaxed and recreational area of Darling Harbour, redeveloped in the 1980s as a place for both locals and visitors to enjoy an outdoor space with easy access to entertainment, retail and relaxed dining options. Here you can find Tumbalong Park which is an amazing, interactive play area for young kids, and the adjacent Darling Quarter with its excellent dining options and open grass areas. Just nearby is the tranquil Chinese Garden of Friendship which provides a peaceful getaway from the busy city. Also in Darling Harbour and all in close proximity on the eastern side, are the IMAX Theatre, Wild Life Zoo, Sydney Sea Life Aquarium, and Madame Tussauds wax museum. On the west side you will find the Australian National Maritime Museum and Star Casino. Local Sydney Areas Discover Sydney suburbs Local Sydney travel information to give you a snapshot of some of the more popular suburbs and precincts around Sydney. This is just the start, with so much cultural diversity to discover. Feel free to contact us for some more specific local advice. Bondi Beach Sydney’s most famous and popular beach, and home to surf-crazed backpackers from all over the world. If you don’t mind sharing the water, it’s an iconic experience to swim here. Enjoy local shopping and eating, or the scenic walk along the coast to Bronte Beach and beyond. Chinatown Sydney’s Chinatown and nearby areas are full of exciting restaurants, shops, and specialty stores and the area is always bustling with colour and life. Taiwanese noodles, Chinese yum cha, Malaysian curries, Korean BBQ and so much more. Well worth the visit. Circular Quay Not just a transport hub for buses and ferries, Circular Quay is always buzzing with street performers and packed cafes as well as being your access point to some of Sydney best restaurants like Aria, Cafe Sydney and Quay. City Centre Shopping and entertainment options are only part of the downtown appeal. You can also access landmarks like the Sydney Town Hall, Hyde Park Barracks, St Mary’s Cathedral, the Art Gallery of NSW and much more. Darling Harbour A family-friendly area that always has something on offer. Playgrounds, shopping, attractions, dining and plenty of places to just relax and unwind. Take the kids to Tumbalong Park or walk to nearby Barangaroo to catch a ferry or have a drink. Kings Cross A community full of colourful local characters and famous stories, this area has shaken off its bad reputation and has some excellent and authentic eating options as well some iconic local Sydney architecture. Sydney Harbour Stunning views and iconic Sydney landmarks line the harbour. Enjoy it from the shores or jump on a ferry or water taxi and see the city from on the water. Great for late afternoon walks, fine dining and photography. The Rocks The historic heart of Sydney and modern Australia. A place full of stories and narrow, charming walkways. Great place to wander around in the late afternoon with many great restaurants, cafés, and famous The Rocks Markets held every weekend. Walsh Bay A great place to sneak away to escape the city crowds and enjoy some local history, great views and fine food. Home to the Sydney Theatre Company and Sydney Dance Company. Woolloomooloo A warm and vibrant part of Sydney with fabulous waterside dining, local pubs and the famous Harry’s Cafe de Wheels where you might want to try your first ‘Aussie’ meat pie. Potts Point The ‘Soho of Sydney’, Potts Point is next to Kings Cross and full of amazing bars, cafés and restaurants. Worth the short walk or Uber to enjoy a hip local neighbourhood. Surry Hills Hip neighbourhood near the city centre with great dining and bar options, eclectic galleries like the Brett Whiteley Studio, legendary coffee at Artificer, and sausage rolls from Bourke Street Bakery. Newtown Newtown may be the hippest neighbourhood in Sydney and should be on your radar, especially if you consider yourself a bit hip. Amazing food, loads of pubs and bars, incredible street art and an interesting mix of people make this is a super-colourful pocket of Sydney. Paddington One of the first gentrified suburbs of Sydney, Paddington oozes cool at every turn and has a very English feel courtesy of the charming terrace houses that fill the streets. Famous for Aussie fashion boutiques, great food, bars and the legendary Saturday markets. Barangaroo Think funky modern architecture, great waterside dining and bars, and a fun and vibrant feel, Barangaroo is a must see precinct in the day or at night. Darling Quarter Another precinct in Sydney with awesome food, photogenic architecture, and right near Chinatown and Chippendale. Grab a bánh mì from Marrickville Pork Roll, enjoy ice cream from legendary Messina, or do yum cha at Golden Century. This area is fun and fresh. Looking for exceptional private Sydney tours with a warm, local guide? See the real Sydney in relaxed style with Your Sydney Guide local experts. Book Now Have questions about our tours? Sydney travel information and advice We have included answers to some commonly asked questions about Your Sydney Guide services and also about visiting Sydney generally on our Travel Tips & FAQs page. Find your answer here Your Sydney Guide on Instagram #yoursydneyguide yoursydneyguide View Instagram post by yoursydneyguide Nov 11 Open post by yoursydneyguide with ID 17981917970944760 Today marks Remembrance Day, the shells of the Sydney Opera House illuminated at dawn and dusk with the symbol of the day, the red Flanders poppy. The Day commemorates the sacrifice and service of Australia`s war veterans and current serving personnel. Lest We Forget.#remembranceday #sydneyoperahouse #lestweforget🌺 #sydney #australia #yoursydneyguide ... 15 0 yoursydneyguide View Instagram post by yoursydneyguide Nov 9 Open post by yoursydneyguide with ID 18049099910660919 A different take on the spectacular Sydney Harbour Bridge 📷. If you`re a photographer, 📷 we can take you to some of the best vantage points to capture this Sydney icon on our tours.#sydneyharbourbridge #sydneyharbour #yoursydneyguide #visitsydney #sydney #australia #luxurytravel #daytours #sydneytravel #photography #photographytours ... 17 0 yoursydneyguide View Instagram post by yoursydneyguide Nov 2 Open post by yoursydneyguide with ID 18383824510182128 On a recent mini break to the beautiful rural region of Mudgee, three hours west of Sydney over the Blue Mountains, Your Sydney Guide found some amazing wineries where we also enjoyed some stunning food. The wine was so good we drank most of it before we even thought to take a pic!#mudgee #mudgeeregion #yoursydneyguide #visitnsw #winery #wine #finefood ... 13 0 yoursydneyguide View Instagram post by yoursydneyguide Oct 24 Open post by yoursydneyguide with ID 18141809518447084 It’s World Kangaroo Day, so here’s some kangaroo fun facts:🦘They’re the size of a jellybean when born.🦘Red kangaroos can stand up to 1.8m (6ft) tall.🦘Kangaroos can pause their pregnancies.🦘They can cover 8m (25ft) in a single bound.🦘They can reach speeds of up to 64km/hr (40mph).#kangaroos #sydney #australia #yoursydneyguide #australiananimals #sydneytrip ... 7 0 yoursydneyguide View Instagram post by yoursydneyguide Oct 19 Open post by yoursydneyguide with ID 18057730196553631 Some visitors to our city will only ever see the exterior of our world icon, the Sydney Opera House. But to really experience and appreciate this architectural wonder, you need to see inside. And, unless you’re attending a live performance there, the only way you can truly do this is with a paid guided tour. Head to our blog for our handy review of the tour, and all you need to know: yoursydneyguide.com.au/sydney-opera-house-tour #sydney #sydneyoperahouse #australia #travel #yoursydneyguide #visitnsw #seeaustralia ... 28 3 yoursydneyguide View Instagram post by yoursydneyguide Oct 14 Open post by yoursydneyguide with ID 17878681437308963 For international visitors planning a visit to Sydney, we’ve put together a roundup of the best overnight stays out of the city. Relatively close to our doorstep, immerse yourself in the diverse landscapes of Australia. Visit yoursydneyguide.com.au/sydney-luxury-travel-blog for more. #yoursydneyguide #toursfromSydney #overnightgetaways #NSWsouthcoast #grandpacificdrive #southernhighlands #royalnationalpark #huntervalley #portstephens #bluemountains #sydney #australia #seeaustralia #australiatravel #luxurytravel #travelsydney #sydneytrip #getaways Paperbark Camp Australia.com Sydney.com Visit NSW ... 13 0 yoursydneyguide View Instagram post by yoursydneyguide Oct 7 Open post by yoursydneyguide with ID 17890251303220196 We’re coming into Sydney’s famous Jacaranda season where the trees bloom a shock of brilliant purple across areas of the city. Kirribilli, on the harbour’s north shore, is a great place to experience them and just a short walk across the Sydney Harbour Bridge from the city.#jacarandaseason #jacaranda #sydney #australia #spring #yoursydneyguide ... 22 0 yoursydneyguide View Instagram post by yoursydneyguide Sep 8 Open post by yoursydneyguide with ID 17890140963201588 Koalas are one of our very favourite Aussie animals but, worryingly, they’re an endangered species along Australia’s East Coast. September marks Save the Koala Month, shining a spotlight on critical factors affecting their survival – habitat loss, disease, and climate change among them.We love to introduce our guests to these precious creatures at Featherdale Sydney Wildlife Park and Symbio Wildlife Park. And we can even take you koala spotting in their natural habitat on one of our private day tours from Sydney!#savethekoala #savethekoalamonth #koalas #yoursydneyguide #australiananimals #sydneydaytours #bespoketravel #luxurytravel #sydney #australia #endangeredanimals #featherdalewildlifepark #symbiowildlifepark ... 16 1 yoursydneyguide View Instagram post by yoursydneyguide Sep 2 Open post by yoursydneyguide with ID 18040810130401867 When’s the best time of year to visit Sydney? Our answer may (or may not) surprise you! Head to our blog for the answer, and everything you need to know to plan your seasonal Sydney holiday.yoursydneyguide.com.au/best-time-to-visit-sydney And bonus points if you can guess which Southern Hemisphere season these pics were taken in! #besttimetovisitsydney #yoursydneyguide #sydney #sydneyaustralia #australia #luxurytravel #bespoketravel #sydneyprivatetours #VisitSydney #visitaustralia ... 23 5 Follow us Travel Industry Recognised Awarded and Trusted We're here for our guests We hope to see you in Sydney soon Being Sydney locals, we are more than happy to answer any specific Sydney travel questions about your next trip, so please feel free to contact us if we can help in any way. You can also find more Sydney travel information over on our Sydney blog page, in the FAQs, and on any of our social profiles. Looking forward to seeing you in Sydney soon. 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Local Sydney Areas Discover Sydney suburbs Local Sydney travel information to give you a snapshot of some of the more popular suburbs and precincts around Sydney. This is just the start, with so much cultural diversity to discover. Feel free to contact us for some more specific local advice.
Bondi Beach Sydney’s most famous and popular beach, and home to surf-crazed backpackers from all over the world. If you don’t mind sharing the water, it’s an iconic experience to swim here. Enjoy local shopping and eating, or the scenic walk along the coast to Bronte Beach and beyond. Chinatown Sydney’s Chinatown and nearby areas are full of exciting restaurants, shops, and specialty stores and the area is always bustling with colour and life. Taiwanese noodles, Chinese yum cha, Malaysian curries, Korean BBQ and so much more. Well worth the visit. Circular Quay Not just a transport hub for buses and ferries, Circular Quay is always buzzing with street performers and packed cafes as well as being your access point to some of Sydney best restaurants like Aria, Cafe Sydney and Quay. City Centre Shopping and entertainment options are only part of the downtown appeal. You can also access landmarks like the Sydney Town Hall, Hyde Park Barracks, St Mary’s Cathedral, the Art Gallery of NSW and much more. Darling Harbour A family-friendly area that always has something on offer. Playgrounds, shopping, attractions, dining and plenty of places to just relax and unwind. Take the kids to Tumbalong Park or walk to nearby Barangaroo to catch a ferry or have a drink. Kings Cross A community full of colourful local characters and famous stories, this area has shaken off its bad reputation and has some excellent and authentic eating options as well some iconic local Sydney architecture. Sydney Harbour Stunning views and iconic Sydney landmarks line the harbour. Enjoy it from the shores or jump on a ferry or water taxi and see the city from on the water. Great for late afternoon walks, fine dining and photography. The Rocks The historic heart of Sydney and modern Australia. A place full of stories and narrow, charming walkways. Great place to wander around in the late afternoon with many great restaurants, cafés, and famous The Rocks Markets held every weekend. Walsh Bay A great place to sneak away to escape the city crowds and enjoy some local history, great views and fine food. Home to the Sydney Theatre Company and Sydney Dance Company. Woolloomooloo A warm and vibrant part of Sydney with fabulous waterside dining, local pubs and the famous Harry’s Cafe de Wheels where you might want to try your first ‘Aussie’ meat pie. Potts Point The ‘Soho of Sydney’, Potts Point is next to Kings Cross and full of amazing bars, cafés and restaurants. Worth the short walk or Uber to enjoy a hip local neighbourhood. Surry Hills Hip neighbourhood near the city centre with great dining and bar options, eclectic galleries like the Brett Whiteley Studio, legendary coffee at Artificer, and sausage rolls from Bourke Street Bakery. Newtown Newtown may be the hippest neighbourhood in Sydney and should be on your radar, especially if you consider yourself a bit hip. Amazing food, loads of pubs and bars, incredible street art and an interesting mix of people make this is a super-colourful pocket of Sydney. Paddington One of the first gentrified suburbs of Sydney, Paddington oozes cool at every turn and has a very English feel courtesy of the charming terrace houses that fill the streets. Famous for Aussie fashion boutiques, great food, bars and the legendary Saturday markets. Barangaroo Think funky modern architecture, great waterside dining and bars, and a fun and vibrant feel, Barangaroo is a must see precinct in the day or at night. Darling Quarter Another precinct in Sydney with awesome food, photogenic architecture, and right near Chinatown and Chippendale. Grab a bánh mì from Marrickville Pork Roll, enjoy ice cream from legendary Messina, or do yum cha at Golden Century. This area is fun and fresh.
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Your Sydney Guide on Instagram #yoursydneyguide yoursydneyguide View Instagram post by yoursydneyguide Nov 11 Open post by yoursydneyguide with ID 17981917970944760 Today marks Remembrance Day, the shells of the Sydney Opera House illuminated at dawn and dusk with the symbol of the day, the red Flanders poppy. The Day commemorates the sacrifice and service of Australia`s war veterans and current serving personnel. Lest We Forget.#remembranceday #sydneyoperahouse #lestweforget🌺 #sydney #australia #yoursydneyguide ... 15 0 yoursydneyguide View Instagram post by yoursydneyguide Nov 9 Open post by yoursydneyguide with ID 18049099910660919 A different take on the spectacular Sydney Harbour Bridge 📷. If you`re a photographer, 📷 we can take you to some of the best vantage points to capture this Sydney icon on our tours.#sydneyharbourbridge #sydneyharbour #yoursydneyguide #visitsydney #sydney #australia #luxurytravel #daytours #sydneytravel #photography #photographytours ... 17 0 yoursydneyguide View Instagram post by yoursydneyguide Nov 2 Open post by yoursydneyguide with ID 18383824510182128 On a recent mini break to the beautiful rural region of Mudgee, three hours west of Sydney over the Blue Mountains, Your Sydney Guide found some amazing wineries where we also enjoyed some stunning food. The wine was so good we drank most of it before we even thought to take a pic!#mudgee #mudgeeregion #yoursydneyguide #visitnsw #winery #wine #finefood ... 13 0 yoursydneyguide View Instagram post by yoursydneyguide Oct 24 Open post by yoursydneyguide with ID 18141809518447084 It’s World Kangaroo Day, so here’s some kangaroo fun facts:🦘They’re the size of a jellybean when born.🦘Red kangaroos can stand up to 1.8m (6ft) tall.🦘Kangaroos can pause their pregnancies.🦘They can cover 8m (25ft) in a single bound.🦘They can reach speeds of up to 64km/hr (40mph).#kangaroos #sydney #australia #yoursydneyguide #australiananimals #sydneytrip ... 7 0 yoursydneyguide View Instagram post by yoursydneyguide Oct 19 Open post by yoursydneyguide with ID 18057730196553631 Some visitors to our city will only ever see the exterior of our world icon, the Sydney Opera House. But to really experience and appreciate this architectural wonder, you need to see inside. And, unless you’re attending a live performance there, the only way you can truly do this is with a paid guided tour. Head to our blog for our handy review of the tour, and all you need to know: yoursydneyguide.com.au/sydney-opera-house-tour #sydney #sydneyoperahouse #australia #travel #yoursydneyguide #visitnsw #seeaustralia ... 28 3 yoursydneyguide View Instagram post by yoursydneyguide Oct 14 Open post by yoursydneyguide with ID 17878681437308963 For international visitors planning a visit to Sydney, we’ve put together a roundup of the best overnight stays out of the city. Relatively close to our doorstep, immerse yourself in the diverse landscapes of Australia. Visit yoursydneyguide.com.au/sydney-luxury-travel-blog for more. #yoursydneyguide #toursfromSydney #overnightgetaways #NSWsouthcoast #grandpacificdrive #southernhighlands #royalnationalpark #huntervalley #portstephens #bluemountains #sydney #australia #seeaustralia #australiatravel #luxurytravel #travelsydney #sydneytrip #getaways Paperbark Camp Australia.com Sydney.com Visit NSW ... 13 0 yoursydneyguide View Instagram post by yoursydneyguide Oct 7 Open post by yoursydneyguide with ID 17890251303220196 We’re coming into Sydney’s famous Jacaranda season where the trees bloom a shock of brilliant purple across areas of the city. Kirribilli, on the harbour’s north shore, is a great place to experience them and just a short walk across the Sydney Harbour Bridge from the city.#jacarandaseason #jacaranda #sydney #australia #spring #yoursydneyguide ... 22 0 yoursydneyguide View Instagram post by yoursydneyguide Sep 8 Open post by yoursydneyguide with ID 17890140963201588 Koalas are one of our very favourite Aussie animals but, worryingly, they’re an endangered species along Australia’s East Coast. September marks Save the Koala Month, shining a spotlight on critical factors affecting their survival – habitat loss, disease, and climate change among them.We love to introduce our guests to these precious creatures at Featherdale Sydney Wildlife Park and Symbio Wildlife Park. And we can even take you koala spotting in their natural habitat on one of our private day tours from Sydney!#savethekoala #savethekoalamonth #koalas #yoursydneyguide #australiananimals #sydneydaytours #bespoketravel #luxurytravel #sydney #australia #endangeredanimals #featherdalewildlifepark #symbiowildlifepark ... 16 1 yoursydneyguide View Instagram post by yoursydneyguide Sep 2 Open post by yoursydneyguide with ID 18040810130401867 When’s the best time of year to visit Sydney? Our answer may (or may not) surprise you! Head to our blog for the answer, and everything you need to know to plan your seasonal Sydney holiday.yoursydneyguide.com.au/best-time-to-visit-sydney And bonus points if you can guess which Southern Hemisphere season these pics were taken in! #besttimetovisitsydney #yoursydneyguide #sydney #sydneyaustralia #australia #luxurytravel #bespoketravel #sydneyprivatetours #VisitSydney #visitaustralia ... 23 5
We're here for our guests We hope to see you in Sydney soon Being Sydney locals, we are more than happy to answer any specific Sydney travel questions about your next trip, so please feel free to contact us if we can help in any way. You can also find more Sydney travel information over on our Sydney blog page, in the FAQs, and on any of our social profiles. Looking forward to seeing you in Sydney soon.