Places to go in Sydney, Australia
Sydney offers urban comfort with beautiful beaches & mountains. Here are some of the popular places in Australia's largest city - Sydney. I may have missed some of the places but this city is worth staying for 4 days and explore all the attractions.
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1 Sydney Opera House
Sydney Opera House is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the
well-known attraction on the Bright harbor. This graceful building, shaped like
shells, perches on a finger of land surrounded by water. This is the instant
famous and must visit the place.
2 The Rocks
It doesn't sound like the most promising place for tours in
Sydney but it is surely a worth visit. It is actually named for its historic
sandstone buildings.
3 Harbor Cruises from Circular Quay
Sydney Harbour is at
the top of the must-visit list for first-time visitors to Sydney, and the most
popular way to enjoy the magnificent views is on a sightseeing cruise.
4 Darling Harbour
Darling Harbour is a harbor adjacent to the city center of
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. It includes almost all the destination boxes,
by a splendid waterside location in the heart of Sydney.
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5. Sydney Harbour Bridge
It is also known as "The Coathanger". It was built in 1932. It is the world's
largest steel arch bridge, connecting the harbor's north and south shores in a
single curve rising 134 meters above the water.
6 The Royal Botanic Garden Sydney
The Royal Botanic
Garden Sydney is a major botanical garden located in the heart of Sydney.
Admire the beautiful plantings, old trees, and the peace and quiet
surroundings. You may also visit the nearby Art Gallery too.
7 Queen Victoria Building
The Queen Victoria Building, also known as QVB by locals, is
a famous historical building in Sydney. It is home to a variety of boutique
stores and cafes. It is rich in history and architecturally splendid.
8 Chinatown
Chinatown, Sydney is a colorful combination of Asian
culture, shopping, and authentic cuisine. You will find oriental architecture,
street lanterns, and many more attractive items. Can be a great experience for
shopping.
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9 The Sydney Tower Eye
At 250 meters above street level, Sydney Tower Eye is the
highest point in Sydney - perfect for finding your bearings. Sydney Tower is
Sydney's tallest structure and the second tallest observation tower. For a
breathtaking experience high above the city center, step onto the Skywalk
glass-floor viewing platform at the Sydney Tower Eye.
10 Taronga Zoo
Taronga Zoo is a great destination to explore native
wildlife and rare exotic animals. It has an amazing view of Sydney Harbour.
Taronga Zoo Sydney is a Sydney zoo located a 15-minute ferry ride from Circular
Quay in Sydney
11 George Street
George Street Sydney is Australia's oldest street. It
started as a dirt track in the first European settlement in Australia founded
at Sydney
12 St. Mary's Cathedral
St Mary's Cathedral represents the spiritual origins of the
Catholic Church in Australia. It is dedicated to Mary as Help of Christians. It
is regarded as one of the finest and the grandest structure in Sydney.