Visit Sydney

Sydney is a vibrant, dazzling city built on one of the most spectacular harbours in the world. It is a city of fresh air and bold colours, skyscrapers and yachts. Blessed by nature and quite aware of its charms, Sydney is both alluring and as recognizable as a picture postcard.

Sydney’s climate is one of its biggest assets. For most of the year residents and visitors alike enjoy the outdoor lifestyle the city is famous for. Many of Sydney’s top attraction are to be found around the Harbour from Taronga Zoo and Sydney Opera House to the Royal Botanic Gardens and Darling Harbour.

Sydney is also spoilt for choice when it comes to beaches. Bondi- Australia’s most famous stretch of sand and surf – is just 30 minutes by bus from the city centre. The best things in Sydney – the beach, the mountains, the surf and the harbor they are all free for anyone to enjoy and have fun.

Though comparatively young as cities go, Sydney has rich and fascinating history. Indigenous people have lived in the area for over thousands of years leaving behind dozens of ancient Aboriginal cultural sites.

European settlement began in 1770 when Captain James Cook landed in Botany Bay, claiming the east coast of Australia for Great Britain. The transportation of convicts which followed resulted in the gritty, colourful history that today is waiting to be rediscovered in Sydney’s Museum.

Sydney has come a long way from its convict beginnings but it still has a rough and ready energy which makes it an exciting place to visit. It offers an invigorating blend of the old and the new, the raw and the refined. You can explore the historic Rocks area in the morning, then ride in the monorail to ultramodern Darling Harbour in the afternoon.

Sydney above all is an outdoor city. Everyone seems to be doing something, whether it’s yacht racing on the harbor, bushwalking in the Blue mountains or body surfing at Bondi Beach.

This is a city rich with natural assets, with its sparkling harbour waters, cosmopolitan culture and interesting history. Sydney is a city with plenty to enjoy.

• Sydney Harbour Bridge

  General information about the Sydney Harbour Bridge also known as 'The Coathanger' includes beautiful pictures and interesting links.

• Taronga Zoo - Sydney

  Taronga Zoo is is Sydney's internationally renowned zoo, overlooking the Sydney harbour, a great place to meet Australian native animals. Located at Bradley's Head, Mosman.

• Pictures of Sydney Harbour

  Sydney is situated on the beautiful harbour known as Port Jackson. It is the heart and soul of modern Sydney. It is the home of row boats to giant ocean liners. It serves as a dual role as a major shipping terminal and a vast pleasure ground.

• Luna Park - Sydney

  Luna Park is an amusement park and one of Sydney's most popular family attractions. It is located at Milson's Point, on the northern shore of Sydney Harbour, overlooking the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House. Great for a family day out. Free Entry.

• Queen Victoria Building - Sydney, Australia

  The Queen Victoria Building fills an entire city block bound by George, Market, York and Druitt Streets. There is so much history to see when you visit this unique and historic building. A great place to shop or just look around.

• Sydney Markets

  There are many markets that occur in Sydney during the weekend, whether you are a local Sydneysiders or a tourist looking for a bargain here is a guide to popular weekend markets at Sydney.

• Martin Place - Christmas Tree -If you are visiting Sydney during the Christmas season, don't miss the giant Christmas tree display at Martin Place.