It’s all about vibrant blue water when it comes to Sydney, the powerhouse capital of NSW, whether you are bobbing around the stunning harbour or catching a wave at a surf beach.
It doesn’t take long to fall under Sydney’s magical spell especially when you are out on the water in the glorious harbour.
Attractions
The spectacular Sydney Harbour Bridge, the elegant Sydney Opera House and iconic ferries darting across the water – that’s the city for you.
Take a wander through the Sydney Botanical Gardens that curves around Farm Cove at the edge of Sydney Harbour.
For a bird’s eye view head to the Sydney Tower Eye and the Skywalk Experience for great views over the city and beyond.
See the harbour from the dizzy heights on the iconic Bridge Climb Sydney.
Luna Park, that sits under the Harbour Bridge is a fun day out with rides and a giant ferris wheel.
Take a ferry ride to Manly and take a dip there as well as Bondi Beach and Coogee which have a seaside village vibe.
There are lots of great walks including the popular Bondi to Coogee coastal trail.
Stay
Wake up to the call of the wild, enjoy the Roar and Snore sleep experience at the Taronga Zoo with the best views of Sydney.
Spend a romantic night on Sydney Harbour with Sydney by Sail’s B & B on a sleek yacht.
There are lots of smart hotels including Australia’s only 6-star hotel, Crown Sydney that opened recently.
Sydney old Quarantine Station, on the shores of Sydney Harbour National Park, has been revamped into the Q Station Retreat.
Dine
Sydney has so many wonderful restaurants including Peter Gilmore’s Quay in The Rocks, Glass Brasserie at the Hilton, Mr Wong and Restaurant Hubert.
At Bondi Icebergs has wonderful views and over at Manly try Hugos Manly and the Herring Room.
Stock up on fresh produce at Carriageworks Farmers Market on Saturdays, the Sydney Sustainable Market in Darlinghurst and the eclectic Marrickville Organic Market. Palm Beach Market is held on the fourth Sunday of every month.
