Oceania · Australia4.8· Exceptional for scenery

Sydney

A stunning harbor city with iconic landmarks, beautiful beaches, and a laid-back outdoor lifestyle.

Plan your trip

Best time

Mar – Nov

Budget

$$$$ — Expensive

Visa

Visa-free or eVisitor for EU/UK…

Currency

AUD ($)

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About Sydney

Sydney is Australia's glittering harbor city, where iconic architecture meets pristine beaches and a lifestyle that celebrates the great outdoors. The Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge form one of the world's most recognizable skylines.

Sydney's beaches are legendary. From the famous surf breaks of Bondi to the family-friendly coves of Manly, there's a stretch of golden sand for everyone. The Bondi to Coogee coastal walk showcases the city's natural beauty.

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Is Sydney for you?

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Getting to Sydney

Airport to city center

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Where to stay in Sydney

Circular Quay

Bondi

Surry Hills

Newtown

The Sydney Harbour Hotel

Park Hyatt Sydney

Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park

QT Sydney

The Grace Hotel

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Best things to do in Sydney

Opera House

Harbour Bridge

Bondi Beach

The Rocks

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