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Sydney - Australia's Crown Jewel

Like stepping into a post card - it is no surprise that Sydney is on the shortlist for the most beautiful city in the world. The stunning harbour and countless beaches can leave you speechless. However, it’s restaurant, cafe, and bar scene are also world class, offering something for every type of traveller.

Highlights:

❋ Sydney Harbour and the CBD

See Australia’s two most iconic landmarks The Sydney Opera House and The Sydney Harbour Bridge. Grab a drink at Opera Bar at sunset for the ultimate introduction to the city. Explore Pitt St and George St malls for some world class shopping.

❋ Bondi Beach

Relax and take in the sun while lying on the world’s most famous beach. Afterwards stroll down Australia’s most popular coastal walk, the Bondi to Coogee walk and finish with a dip in the ocean.

❋ Manly Beach

The hub of Sydney’s Northern Beach Suburbs. Take the ferry from Circular Quay and gaze out at the Sydney Harbour on the 30 minute journey. After your journey spend the day surfing, snorkeling, or take on the Manly to Spit walk.

❋ The Blue Mountains

Located 2 hours west of the Sydney CBD, The Blue Mountains offer an accessible way to see Australia’s iconic bushland. Arrive in Katoomba and spend the day exploring the mountains, waterfalls, and valleys.

❋ The Inner Suburbs

Housing some of Sydney’s best restaurants, cafes, and bars, Sydney’s inner suburbs allow you to feel what it is like to be a Sydneysider. Spend time exploring the suburbs of Surry Hills, Newtown, and Enmore to see a different side of what makes Sydney so special.

Aerial view of Sydney, Australia skyline with boats in the harbor, the Sydney Opera House, Harbour Bridge, and surrounding water and cityscape under a partly cloudy sky.

A view of a tree with purple blossoms, surrounded by modern high-rise buildings and an older stone building with Gothic architectural details, under a clear blue sky.

City skyline at sunset with skyscrapers reflected in the water.

Sydney - The Perfect Week

Sydney Opera House with city skyline and water at sunset.

Day 1-2

Sydney Harbour and the CBD

The world’s most iconic harbour. Take in views of the Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge as you bathe in the sunlight. Walk around Sydney’s historical suburb, The Rocks, or do some shopping at Pitt St and George St Mall.

Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge, The Botanical Gardens, The Rocks

Sydney Harbour Must Do's

The CBD Must Do's

Pitt St and George St Mall, Darling Harbour, Haymarket, Queen Victoria Building

Dutch Smugglers, Miss Carter, Batch Espresso

Cafes

Alfies, The Gidley, Jimmy’s Falafel

Restaurants

Opera Bar, Caterpillar Club, JAM Record Bar

Bars

People swimming and relaxing at an infinity pool by the ocean under a cloudy sky.

Day 3

Bondi Beach and the Eastern Suburbs

Surf, swim and tan at the most famous beach in the world. Grab a surf lesson or sip on a coffee next to the water. After relaxing on the sand do the Bondi - Coogee walk, a 90 minute stroll along Sydney’s stunning East Coast. Finish up at Coogee and grab a happy hour drink at one of the local pubs.

Bondi Beach, Bondi - Coogee Walk, Sunrise and Surf

Bondi Must Do's

Cali Press, Gertrude and Alice, Bathers

Cafes

Totti’s, Don Pedro’s, Barzura

Restaurants

Salty’s, Beach Road Hotel, Coogee Pavillion

Bars

People enjoying a sunny day on the beach with umbrellas, lifeguard boats, and footprints in the sand, next to a row of trees and ocean waves.

Day 4

Manly Beach

Quieter than Bondi and arguably more stunning, Manly beach offers something for everyone. Take the ferry from circular quay and cruise through the harbour. Surf on Manly Beach, snorkel on the rocks, or relax at the secluded Shelly Beach.

Manly Corso, Manly Beach, Shelly Beach, Snorkeling, Manly to Spit walk

Manly Must Do's

Silo, Zerdas

Cafes

Hemingway’s, Manly Grill, Shore Beach Club

Restaurants

The Steyne, The Ivanhoe, Felons

Bars

A rugged cliffside in the foreground with a distant mountain range and cloudy sky in the background.

Day 5

The Blue Mountains

Located 2 hours from Sydney’s Central Station, The Blue Mountains National Park is filled with epic hikes, views, and scenery. Walk to The Three Sisters lookout from Katoomba Station and start your journey through the mountains and along the cliffs. Finish in Leura and explore the town center for op-shopping and cafes.

Katoomba, Three Siters Lookout, Leura Cascades, Leura, Leura Falls

The Blue Mountains Must Do's

The Laneway, Sparrows, Little Paris

Cafes

Restaurants

Mountain Culture, Alexandra Hotel

Leave Sydney CBD 7am arrive 930am, Leave Leura 7pm arrive 930pm

Timeline

Overhead view of a wooden table with plates of breakfast food, including eggs, bread, and avocado toast, along with drinks and cutlery.

Day 6

The Inner Suburbs

The side of Sydney you haven’t heard of. Sydney’s inner suburbs are home to some of the city’s best restaurants, cafes, and bars. Walk through Surry Hills’ tree lined streets, op shop in Newtown, and bar hop down Enmore Rd. Sydney’s inner neighbourhoods have something for everyone.

Surry Hils, Newtown, Enmore, Op Shops, Restaurants, Bars, Cafes

Inner Suburbs Must Do's

Jibbi Coffee Roasters, Single O, Decanso

Cafes

Restaurants

Thai Pothong, Cafe Paci, Amuro

Deadwax, Bar Planet, The Clock

Bars

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