See and Do in Sydney
One of the most exciting and popular destinations for expats to relocate to, Sydney abound with fabulous attractions and activities to keep new residents on their toes. A great way to get your bearings and familiarise yourself with this stunning city is to take a tour and see the attractions, get to know the public transport system and learn about Sydney’s history.
Visit the streets of The Rock to see Australia’s first European settlement and catch a glimpse into the country’s history as well as to take in the breathtaking views over the harbour. Adventure-seekers will love a climb to the top of the Sydney Harbour Bridge for the best views over Sydney Opera House and beyond, discover Australia’s indigenous animals at Sydney Wildlife World, while more relaxed expats will love lounging on one of the many surrounding beaches and soaking up the sun – though don’t forget your sunscreen, as Australia’s rate of skin cancer is startlingly high.
Sydney Aquarium
One of the most popular attractions at Darling Harbour, the Sydney Aquarium boasts more than 5,000 Australian fish as well as sharks, eels and other marine life found off the gigantic island’s coast. The underwater walkways are a great way for visitors to get a first-hand glimpse of what it’s like to be underwater with the exquisite marine life.
www.sydneyaquarium.com.au
Tel: (0)2 8251 7800
Harbour Bridge
One of Sydney’s most famous landmarks, Harbour Bridge stretches across the gap that divides the north and south shores, and what better way to view your new home that to climb to the top of the bridge and look out over the harbour and Sydney Opera House.
www.bridgeclimb.com
Tel: Bridge Climb: (0)2 8274 7777
Sydney Wildlife World
Come and meet Australia’s wildlife through the walkways and exhibits at the Sydney Wildlife World. Learn about the koala bears, kangaroos and wallabies as well as 6,000 other species that reside in the zoo.
www.sydneywildlifeworld.com.au
Tel: (0)2 9333 9288
Beaches
Bordered by the Pacific Ocean, Sydney’s beaches are one of its main attractions and lucky expats will be able to while away the hour soaking up the sun and engaging in the fun water sports and activities that abound off the coast of the city. Head to the iconic Bondi Beach for a relaxing day soaking up the sun and splashing in the Pacific surf, but don’t forget the sunscreen!
Sydney Opera House
The iconic Sydney opera House is one of Sydney’s architectural masterpieces and epitomises the city. The complex consists of a Concert Hall that seats 2,500 people, boasting the finest acoustics in the world, a smaller Opera Theatre, a Drama Theatre, Playhouse and a Boardwalk dance and music venue.
www.sydneyoperahouse.com
Tel: (0)2 9250 7111
Royal Botanic Gardens
This 30-hecatre green lung in the heart of Sydney contains more than 7,500 species of plants and features paths that criss-cross their way around the gardens, ponds, sculptures and horticultural areas.
www.rbgsyd.nsw.gov.au
Tel: (0)2 9231 8111
The Rocks
The Rocks is Australia’s oldest European settlement located near the Sydney Harbour Bridge. The restored 19th-century village features cobbled streets, gas lamps, small restaurants and craft shops, The Rocks is considered to be the birthplace of Australia.
www.therocks.com
Tel: (0)2 9240 8500
One of the most popular attractions at Darling Harbour, the Sydney Aquarium boasts more than 5,000 Australian fish as well as sharks, eels and other marine life found off the gigantic island’s coast. The underwater walkways are a great way for visitors to get a first-hand glimpse of what it’s like to be underwater with the exquisite marine life.
www.sydneyaquarium.com.au
Tel: (0)2 8251 7800
Harbour Bridge
One of Sydney’s most famous landmarks, Harbour Bridge stretches across the gap that divides the north and south shores, and what better way to view your new home that to climb to the top of the bridge and look out over the harbour and Sydney Opera House.
www.bridgeclimb.com
Tel: Bridge Climb: (0)2 8274 7777
Sydney Wildlife World
Come and meet Australia’s wildlife through the walkways and exhibits at the Sydney Wildlife World. Learn about the koala bears, kangaroos and wallabies as well as 6,000 other species that reside in the zoo.
www.sydneywildlifeworld.com.au
Tel: (0)2 9333 9288
Beaches
Bordered by the Pacific Ocean, Sydney’s beaches are one of its main attractions and lucky expats will be able to while away the hour soaking up the sun and engaging in the fun water sports and activities that abound off the coast of the city. Head to the iconic Bondi Beach for a relaxing day soaking up the sun and splashing in the Pacific surf, but don’t forget the sunscreen!
Sydney Opera House
The iconic Sydney opera House is one of Sydney’s architectural masterpieces and epitomises the city. The complex consists of a Concert Hall that seats 2,500 people, boasting the finest acoustics in the world, a smaller Opera Theatre, a Drama Theatre, Playhouse and a Boardwalk dance and music venue.
www.sydneyoperahouse.com
Tel: (0)2 9250 7111
Royal Botanic Gardens
This 30-hecatre green lung in the heart of Sydney contains more than 7,500 species of plants and features paths that criss-cross their way around the gardens, ponds, sculptures and horticultural areas.
www.rbgsyd.nsw.gov.au
Tel: (0)2 9231 8111
The Rocks
The Rocks is Australia’s oldest European settlement located near the Sydney Harbour Bridge. The restored 19th-century village features cobbled streets, gas lamps, small restaurants and craft shops, The Rocks is considered to be the birthplace of Australia.
www.therocks.com
Tel: (0)2 9240 8500
Sydney Tower
The tallest free standing building in the city and the second tallest in the country, the Sydney Tower is one of the city’s main attractions, and a great place from which to admire the breathtaking view across the harbour from its observation deck 820 feet (250m) above the city which features an enclosed viewing platform.
www.sydneytower.com.au
Tel: (0)2 9333 9222
Olympic Park
The site of the 2002 Olympic Games has become a favourite attraction and lucky residents are able to still make use of the Stadium Australia for rugby and soccer matches.
www.sydneyolympicpark.com.au
Tel: (02) 9714 7888
Kings Cross
Since World War II, Kings Cross has been transformed into a bustling row of shops and nightlife, where music halls and grand theatres once stood. During the day, Kings Cross attracts some interesting characters, while after dark it can be quite sleazy with strip clubs and prostitution proliferating.
The tallest free standing building in the city and the second tallest in the country, the Sydney Tower is one of the city’s main attractions, and a great place from which to admire the breathtaking view across the harbour from its observation deck 820 feet (250m) above the city which features an enclosed viewing platform.
www.sydneytower.com.au
Tel: (0)2 9333 9222
Olympic Park
The site of the 2002 Olympic Games has become a favourite attraction and lucky residents are able to still make use of the Stadium Australia for rugby and soccer matches.
www.sydneyolympicpark.com.au
Tel: (02) 9714 7888
Kings Cross
Since World War II, Kings Cross has been transformed into a bustling row of shops and nightlife, where music halls and grand theatres once stood. During the day, Kings Cross attracts some interesting characters, while after dark it can be quite sleazy with strip clubs and prostitution proliferating.
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