All Entries in the "Sydney" Category
Stay safe in Sydney travelers tips
Sydney has similar crime issues to most large western cities, but that being said, it is a safe place to visit. Be on the lookout for the usual big city crime problems such as pickpocketing, and exercise caution on the rail system late at night, as you would in other cities. It is generally advisable [...]
Sydney night life
Sydney has an enormous number of places to drink and party. A limited number of venues have 24 hour licences, however the majority close before 3am and some as early as 11pm, particularly if there are nearby residents. Most venues will have door staff checking photo identification to determine that you are over 18. Admission [...]
Sydney Festivals and Events
Sydney is home to a number of major and minor festivals and calendar events each year:
The Sydney Festival is an arts festival held in January each year. It aims to be international in reach, inviting acclaimed international artists to exhibit their work or perform in Sydney. A number of free outdoor events are held alongside [...]
Sydney Harbour Bridge
The Sydney Harbour Bridge has an excellent view of the city, especially at dawn and dusk, although the drivers and train passengers relegated to the middle of the Bridge don’t see it. There are four things to do on the Bridge:
Cross it on one of the protected lanes on either side of the bridge accessible [...]
Sydney Harbour
The harbour is served by a dedicated ferry service which transports passengers across the harbour. An excellent way to see both the harbor and Sydney attractions is to take a ferry from Circular Quay to Taronga Zoo, Manly or Parramatta.
There are a number of islands in the centre of the harbour which you can visit [...]
Sydney landmarks a must see when in Sydney
If you get to Sydney for a holiday you must see these iconic landmarks of the city. They provide photo opportunities and unique experiences that is only Sydney. These landmarks are not listed in any particular order. If you are on limited time, the top two are the Sydney harbour bridge and the Opera house. [...]
Getting around Sydeny a travellers guide
Sydney has a good public transport system, especially in areas closer to the city area where many attractions are. You can find out timetables, fares, and routes by phoning 131 500 within Australia for the cost of a local call, or by visiting 131500.info. The further away from the city you travel, the less frequent [...]
Transport options to get into Sydeny
Getting in to Sydney can be confusing if you are a traveller. It is a big city with may transport options. We have looked at the main ways of getting into the city. Costs are included, but are only to give an indication as it is impossible to make sure that all costs will remain [...]
Overview of Sydney a Travellers Guide
Sydney is the capital city of New South Wales and Australia’s most populous capital city with 4.25 million residents. Sydney is situated on Port Jackson, more commonly known as “Sydney Harbour”. Sydney has two of the most iconic Australian features in the Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Sydney was the host of [...]
