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This post covers our recommendations for activities to do & walks to talk when in Sydney, Australia.
What Sydney offers
- World’s largest natural harbor
- Superb beaches (100+)
- Iconic Sydney Opera House
- One of the most global cities in the world (1/3 of its population was born overseas and 1/2 half of Sydney’s citizens are first and second-generation immigrants)
- Wide variety of food
- Close proximity to UNESCO World Heritage Blue Mountains
Logistics
- Sydney, Australia
- Arrive by plane to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport
- Arrive by train, bus, tram other options here: https://moovitapp.com/index/en-gb/public_transportation-Downtown_Sydney-Sydney-site_26164999-442
Map of Sydney, Australia
Map from Sydney Airport to downtown
Connect this itinerary
- Oceania Travel: A Photo Journal from Taronga Zoo, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
- Oceania Travel: A Photo Journal of Park Hyatt Sydney, Australia
- Oceania Travel: A Photo Journal from Royal Botanic Garden, Sydney, Australia
History of Sydney
Sydney is the capital city of New South Wales in Australia and is a thriving modern city that continues to attract visitors from around the world, offering a unique blend of history, culture, and natural beauty.
- Prior to European settlement, the area now known as Sydney was home to the indigenous people of the Eora nation.
- In 1788, the English explorer, Captain Arthur Phillip, established a penal colony on the shores of Port Jackson, which is now Sydney Harbor. The colony was initially intended as a place to send convicts from Britain, but it quickly grew and attracted free settlers as well.
- Throughout the 19th century, Sydney experienced rapid growth and development. It became a major trading hub, with transportation routes being established, including the construction of the Sydney Harbor Bridge and the Sydney Opera House.
- Over the years, Sydney has emerged as a leading economic and cultural center in Australia. It has a diverse population and is known for its vibrant arts scene, iconic landmarks, and beautiful beaches.
Sydney Favorites
Stay
- Park Hyatt Sydney (our coverage of Park Hyatt Sydney here)
- The Sebel Quay West Sydney Apartments (Serviced Apartments)
- YHA Sydney Harbour -The Rocks
See & Do
- Sydney Opera House
- Royal Botanical Gardens
- The Rocks
- In CBD, check out the arcades including Victoria Building + Pitt Arcade
- Sydney Harbor Bridge Climb
- Bondi to Cogee Walk
- Taronga Zoo
- Bondi Icebergs
- Darling Harbor
- Australia Museum
- Ferry to Manly, walk to Shelly Beach
- Tour University of Sydney campus
- Day trip to the Blue Mountains & Katoomba
Walks
- Bondi to Coogee: seaside walk – our coverage here
- Spice Alley to Blackwattle Bay Park
- Sydney CBD (from Circual Quay down Pitt Street)
- The Rocks to Hyde Park
Walk: Bondi to Coogee Seaside Walk
- Start: Bondi Beach
- Bondi Icebergs
- Tamarama
- Bronte Beach
- Waverly Cemetery
- Clovelly
- Gordons Bay
- Coogee Beach
Walk: The Rocks (Park Hyatt Sydney) to Hyde Park
- Start: The Rocks or Park Hyatt Sydney
- Museum of Contemportary Art
- Circular Quay
- Sydney Opera House
- Royal Botanic Garden
- Art Gallery of New South Wales
- Saint Mary’s Cathedral
- Hyde Park
- Australia Museum
Walk: Spice Alley to Blackwattle Bay Park
- Start: Spice Alley
- Victoria Park
- The University of Sydney
- Walk the length of Glebe Street to Glebe Point
- Walk in the direction of Blackwattle Bay Park (walk around one of the scenic bays that flows into Sydney Harbour)
- Glebe Foreshore Walk (boardwalk and foreshore promenade to the new Sydney Fish Market waterfront urban parks)
- End: Darling Harbor
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