See and Do in Sydney
As one of the most exciting and popular destinations for expats to relocate to, Sydney is bursting with fabulous attractions and activities for new residents to enjoy. A great way to get your bearings and familiarise yourself with this stunning city is to take a tour, learn about Sydney’s history and do some sightseeing in Sydney while getting to know the public transport system.
Visit the streets of The Rock to see Australia’s first European settlement and to catch a glimpse into the country’s history. Adventure-seekers will love a climb to the top of the Sydney Harbour Bridge for the best views of the Sydney Opera House and beyond, and animal lovers can discover Australia’s indigenous wildlife at Sydney Wildlife World. 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
The Sydney Aquarium is one of the most popular attractions at Darling harbour. The man-made marine world boasts more than 5,000 Australian fish as well as sharks, eels and other ocean entities 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 of the city. There’s no better way to view your new home than to climb to the top of the bridge and look out over the harbour and across to the famous 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 make the zoo their home.
www.sydneywildlifeworld.com.au
Tel: (0)2 9333 9288
Beaches
Bordered by the Pacific Ocean, Sydney’s beaches are one of its main attractions. Lucky expats will be able to while away the hour soaking up the sun, engaging in the fun water sports and any assortment of surfside activities that abound off the coast of the city. Don’t miss the iconic Bondi Beach, a local hotspot, and don’t forget the sunscreen!
Sydney Opera House
The world renowned Sydney opera House is one of city’s architectural masterpieces. The complex consists of a Concert Hall that seats 2,500 people and boasts 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 75 acre (30 hectare) 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 a great place for expats to admire the breathtaking view across the harbour.Its observation deck stands 820 feet (250m) above the city and 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
Once home to music halls and grand theatres, Kings Cross has been converted to house a bustling row of shops and nightlife venues since World War II. During the day, Kings Cross attracts some interesting characters, while after dark it can be quite sleazy with strip clubs and prostitution proliferating.
Visit the streets of The Rock to see Australia’s first European settlement and to catch a glimpse into the country’s history. Adventure-seekers will love a climb to the top of the Sydney Harbour Bridge for the best views of the Sydney Opera House and beyond, and animal lovers can discover Australia’s indigenous wildlife at Sydney Wildlife World. 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.
Recommended Sightseeing in Sydney
Sydney Aquarium
The Sydney Aquarium is one of the most popular attractions at Darling harbour. The man-made marine world boasts more than 5,000 Australian fish as well as sharks, eels and other ocean entities 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 of the city. There’s no better way to view your new home than to climb to the top of the bridge and look out over the harbour and across to the famous 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 make the zoo their home.
www.sydneywildlifeworld.com.au
Tel: (0)2 9333 9288
Beaches
Bordered by the Pacific Ocean, Sydney’s beaches are one of its main attractions. Lucky expats will be able to while away the hour soaking up the sun, engaging in the fun water sports and any assortment of surfside activities that abound off the coast of the city. Don’t miss the iconic Bondi Beach, a local hotspot, and don’t forget the sunscreen!
Sydney Opera House
The world renowned Sydney opera House is one of city’s architectural masterpieces. The complex consists of a Concert Hall that seats 2,500 people and boasts 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 75 acre (30 hectare) 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 a great place for expats to admire the breathtaking view across the harbour.Its observation deck stands 820 feet (250m) above the city and 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
Once home to music halls and grand theatres, Kings Cross has been converted to house a bustling row of shops and nightlife venues since World War II. 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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