Are you wondering where to take your parents when they’re visiting Sydney? With so much to do and see in the city, trying to find the right things to do with your parents might take a little more effort and imagination than you think. After all, there's only so many times you could take them to the Opera House or Icebergs. Whether they’re still in the planning phase or have already surprised you with a visit, here are a few suggestions to make your parents’ visit worthwhile.
Take it to the waters
A great way to spend time in the harbour is to book one of the popular Sydney dinner cruises. You will get 2-3 three hours of cruising time along the splendid harbour waterways and a chance to enjoy some of the major tourist attractions of the city in one go! You also get to choose from world-class vessels like the paddlewheeler, modern catamarans and glass boats; impress your family with a classy dining experience featuring the finest of food and beverage upgrades.
Even a Sydney Harbour cruise offering lunch is an ideal choice as you will be treated to a slew of harbour attractions including the Opera House, Harbour Bridge and more, under the bright glow of the sun. Top it off with a delicious lunch, and a selection of drinks upgrades and you got yourself an experience worth recalling time and time again!
Sydney from the skies
If your parents are a couple of adrenaline junkies then there’s the perfect and safest thing to do in Sydney and no, it’s not the BridgeClimb. The seaplane ride over Sydney Harbour is one of the most exciting things I have ever done in the city and it’ll be hands down the first thing I’d do with my loved ones. Sydney is known to be one of the most gorgeous-looking cities on the planet and you will appreciate it even more once you hop on this scenic flight tour! Watch from the best vantage point ever as the enchanting landscape of Sydney unfolds right in front of you! You will fly towards the iconic Bondi Beach before coming back for a thrilling loop around the Opera House and Harbour Bridge! Enough said right?!
Swim with sharks!
Sydney doesn’t always get too hot but if it does when your folks are in town, you can check out some of its best air con spots. They will also be ideal if it's raining as well. SEA Life Sydney Aquarium is one of the best places to be for people of all ages; offering a chance to get up close and personal with the likes of rays, dugongs, sharks, turtles and more! This aquarium featuring numerous exhibits, habitat replicas and shows, is one of the hottest attractions in Darling Harbour. The immersive experiences offered here including Day and Night on the Reef, Penguin Expedition and swimming with the sharks, are both thrilling as well as educational. All you need to do is book in advance as they often tend to be sold out.
How about a captivating space journey
Have you ever wondered what the burning bright balls in the night sky revealed about the cosmos? Yes, I'm talking about the stars. Every weekend in the Blue Mountains, you can unravel the mysteries behind these celestial wonders with the stargazing experience led by a professional astrophysicist. With his guidance, not only will you learn more about Australia’s night sky but you will also learn properly to identify and point out the stars and constellations! And with the ripples of waterfalls running nearby, your experience takes new heights!
