Sydney’s got it all, few cities in the world can rival its natural beauty, its undying heritage and history dating back to thousands of years; its creative, culinary and cultural offerings simply cannot be matched! This is the place where most people come to tick off their bucket lists, in fact there is so much to do and see here that you might be overwhelmed when visiting for the very first time. But no need to get muddle headed, this list will help you discover some exciting attractions that are noteworthy whether you're a resident or a visitor!
Lunch Cruise on a Modern Catamaran
Cruising is an essential part of Australians and is one of the most sought-after leisure activities in the harbour. Hop on a popular lunch cruise and traverse across the harbour waterways past some breathtaking iconic city attractions including the Opera House and Harbour Bridge, among others. You get to choose from a wide range of vessels but the one that stands out is the multi-million dollar catamaran which has spacious outer decks and panoramic windows for viewing. Cruise on this purpose-built vessel and experience the harbour attractions like never before as you savour a freshly prepared buffet! Stroll the outer decks to capture mesmerising photographs of you and your companions set against the striking city skyline! You also get to purchase sparkling drinks and other beverages from the fully licensed bar so don’t forget to make the most of it! A Sydney Harbour cruise lunch, thus, is the ultimate gateway to marvel at some of the biggest attractions of the city with a delectable lunch menu and drinks in an ambient setting!
Shop at Chinatown Markets
Shopping is inevitable when you're in a city like Sydney where culture is vast, especially if you're out with the family. Sydney has an interesting shopping scene with everything from towering shopping centres and weekend markets to organic street stalls. Chinatown has a vibrant atmosphere on every Friday when numerous market stalls line Dixon Street, selling colourful phone covers, Pokemon toys and cats! But the best stalls are the one selling different types of food from all corners of Asia. You can taste octopus balls and ten different types of asian inspired liquorice, along with other delicacies like yum cha, teppanyaki, sushi and pho! Visit late and round off your night with a karaoke at Dynasty or at the Golden Century.
Walking Tour at Dharawal National Park
Sydney has plenty of national parks and public gardens where you can connect with nature, enjoy a family picnic or just simply take a break from the busy city life. Located approximately 45 kilometres away from the city Central Business District (CBD) lies the 6000+ hectares of breathtaking scenery and wildlife, the Dharawal National Park. Public access to this paradise of natural flora and fauna was granted only recently and now you can enjoy guided tours every second Saturday of the month. These 90-minute walks are designed for people of all fitness levels and there are also other catered tours like children and wheelchair accessible tours. The walks are guided by Aborignal Discovery Rangers who will share insights into the local flora and fauna as well as Dreamtime stories which hold sacred messages representing connections between the land and the indigineous Australians.
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Overlooking the massive Pacific Ocean on the edge of South head is one of Sydney’s prettiest lighthouses which offers breathtaking views of the ocean to the east and that of the city to the west. You can easily make a day of it by jumping on the South Head walking trail from Watsons Bay and burn some calories!
Wendy’s Secret Garden is also an underrated attraction offering incredible harbour views and a serene environment filled with flowers, fountains and berries!
